Competition continues unabated in solid-state battery technology, which is expected to consign range anxiety to history in the electric car market. Chinese automotive giant Geely Holding has officially shared its roadmap for next-generation solid-state batteries. The company aims to introduce its high-power-density batteries to its brands as pilots in 2027, following real-world tests in 2026.

Energy Density Doubles

Geely’s new solid-state battery architecture will be integrated into vehicles with different power density levels. The top-of-the-range battery pack reaches a highly competitive power density level of 500 Wh/kg.

The company’s currently used classic liquid electrolyte “Golden Brick” batteries offer a density of approximately 250 Wh/kg at the cell level. The new generation solid-state architecture doubles this value, making it possible for electric vehicles to achieve ranges comparable to diesel-powered cars on a single charge, exceeding 1,000 kilometers.

Which Brands Will Switch to Solid-State Batteries?

Geely will not limit this critical technology it has developed to only its main brand models. The broad ecosystem under the holding company will benefit from these batteries:

• Passenger and Luxury Vehicles: Geely, Zeekr, Lynk & Co, Volvo and Polestar

• Performance and City-Oriented Models: Lotus and Smart

• Regional and Commercial Vehicles: Proton and Farizon

Competition in the Sector Heats Up in 2027

The general timeline set for the commercialization process of solid-state batteries in the automotive world coincides with Geely’s plans. CATL, one of the leading players in the global battery market, and electric vehicle giant BYD also see 2027 as a critical threshold for pilot production and initial trials of solid-state batteries.

In line with the plans of automotive manufacturers, a new era is beginning with 2027 in which charging times for electric cars will be significantly shortened and ranges will reach four-digit numbers as standard.