Dongfeng Motor’s premium electric vehicle (EV) unit, Voyah, has commenced research on its third-generation solid-state battery technology, according to a report from local media outlet Cailian.
The new power battery system is expected to maintain an energy density of 300 Wh/kg, while significantly improving charging speed, with a charge rate of 3 to 5 C. A 5 C charging rate suggests the battery could theoretically achieve a full charge in as little as 12 minutes.
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Voyah’s solid-state battery features zero electrolyte content and is designed to function across a broad range of extreme temperatures, the report noted.
Launched in late 2020, Voyah introduced its first model, the Voyah Free SUV, in June 2021. It later expanded its lineup with the Dream MPV in May 2022 and the Zhuiguang sedan in April 2023. The brand has already deployed first-generation semisolid batteries in the Dream MPV and Zhuiguang sedan.
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In 2023, Voyah unveiled its Amber Battery, boasting an energy density of 212 Wh/kg and a claimed range exceeding 900 km. Based on an 800 V platform, the battery supports 5 C ultra-fast charging, allowing a recharge of up to 450 km in just 10 minutes.