Stellantis - Towards Lighter Electric Vehicles Through Battery Innovations

Stellantis, the giant in the automotive industry behind Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM, is constantly on the lookout for innovation, especially in the field of electric vehicles (EVs). The company recently highlighted its efforts to reduce the weight of its EV batteries by 50%, aiming to match the weight of traditional gasoline cars.

Stellantis is not working alone on this venture. The company actively collaborates with specialized battery technology companies to explore the most suitable chemistries for lighter batteries. One such collaboration is with Lyten, a company developing lightweight lithium-sulfur batteries. According to Lyten, these batteries are 60% lighter and also offer better thermal resistance, all while being more cost-effective due to the elimination of materials such as nickel, manganese, cobalt, and graphite.

Furthermore, Stellantis has also highlighted the potential of sodium-ion batteries, especially the one developed by CATL, which boasts impressive energy density, rapid charging, and superior thermal stability.

Stellantis' commitment to innovation was underscored with the inauguration of the Mirafiori Battery Technology Center in Turin, Italy. This center, valued at 43 million US dollars and spanning 8,000 square meters, is now one of the main sites in Europe for battery testing and development.

With these advancements, Stellantis clearly showcases its vision for the future of EVs. By investing in innovative battery technologies and collaborating with domain experts, the company aims to make EVs as practical and efficient as their gasoline counterparts, while being more environmentally friendly.

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