CATL plans to launch mass production of sodium-ion batteries in 2026. The company claims to have resolved key manufacturing challenges and, with a more mature supply chain, expects electric vehicles to achieve a range of up to 600 km. Sodium-ion batteries are expected to offer a cheaper alternative to LFP and NMC cells. CATL highlights their cold-weather performance, lower reliance on rare raw materials, and the potential to replace 30 to 40% of today’s battery market. The technology currently has a weakness in energy density. carnewschina.com 🇬🇧