Gotion High-tech, backed by Volkswagen, launched two new batteries and announced its entry into the all-solid-state battery space at its 13th technology conference in Hefei, Anhui province, today. The announcement boosted its Shenzhen-traded shares by the 10 percent daily limit.
At the event, Gotion introduced the G-Current battery, which supports 5C ultra-fast charging. In the battery industry, the C-rate refers to the charge multiplier of a battery, and a 5C rate means the battery can theoretically be fully charged in one-fifth of an hour. Gotion stated that the G-Current can charge from 0 to 80 percent in 9.8 minutes, to 90 percent in 15 minutes, and from 0 to full in 25 minutes.
The G-Current battery is versatile, designed for use in battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), and extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs). It supports lithium iron phosphate (LFP) and ternary chemistries. The module-less design of the G-Current allows for a 30 percent reduction in the number of parts, enhancing efficiency.
With LFP cells, the G-Current battery has a capacity exceeding 75 kWh, providing a range of over 600 kilometers. When using ternary cells, the pack achieves a capacity of more than 100 kWh, extending the range to 800 kilometers. The battery also enables 4C fast charging for hybrids, resulting in an 80 percent charge in just 10 minutes. Gotion confirmed that the G-Current is already in mass production, touting its rapid charging capabilities as “charging as fast as free fall.”
The G-Current battery pack showcases one of the best charging performances among new batteries announced in the past year. For comparison, on August 16, 2023, CATL launched the Shenxing Superfast Charging Battery, which supports 4C charging and allows for a 400km range on a 10-minute charge.
Gotion also unveiled the Stellary Battery, based on high nickel ternary chemistry, targeting the large cylindrical battery market. The Stellary Battery cell, with a diameter of 46 millimeters, supports 4C fast charging and will be produced at Gotion’s seventh-generation plant. It boasts an energy density of 285 Wh/kg, or 775 Wh/L, and can be cycled 2,500 times at room temperature while maintaining 70 percent capacity.
The Stellary Battery can charge from 10 percent to 70 percent in nine minutes. Gotion highlighted that the next-generation factory will further reduce production costs.
Entering the all-solid-state battery space and launching these innovative products marks a significant milestone for Gotion. The company is committed to expanding its presence in mid- to high-end electric vehicle models and leading the industry with advanced battery technologies.
