Mercedes is developing solid-state batteries with the aim of having the technology ready by the end of the decade.

The emerging battery technology promises longer range, faster charge speeds, and is production feasible. Mercedes-Benz is testing a prototype EQS electric sedan fitted with a semi-solid-state battery pack co-developed with its Formula 1 powertrain subsidiary,

The initiative marks the first road test of a lithium-metal solid-state battery integrated into a passenger vehicle.

Mercedes tests motorsport solid-state battery in a Mercedes-Benz EQS on the road. With the same weight and space requirement, the range increases to 1000 km.

Mercedes-Benz and Formula 1 engineers begin road tests of a new solid-state battery, enhancing electric vehicle range and efficiency.

Lab testing of the EQS test vehicle shows that the solid-state battery provides up to 25% additional electric range. The post Road tests start on solid-state EV battery developed by Mercedes AMG and F1 engineers appeared first on The Manual.

Mercedes-Benz engineers from the road and racetrack and Factorial cell engineers have worked together on delivering an all-new solid-state battery test program, which has brought the first car powered by a lithium-metal solid-state battery to the road.

The race for the “holy grail” of EV batteries is heating up. Mercedes-Benz is testing the world’s first production