Volvo's Parent Company Completes First Solid-State Battery

Electric vehicles are about to get a major safety upgrade that could finally put range anxiety and fire fears to rest.

Geely, the Chinese automotive giant that owns Volvo, announced it will complete production of its first solid-state battery pack this year. The company unveiled its plans at a five-year strategy event on Thursday, joining other Chinese automakers racing to bring this next-generation technology to market.

The new lithium manganese iron phosphate battery promises 15% more energy density than today's standard lithium-ion batteries. Once production wraps up, Geely will install the battery in an existing EV platform for real-world testing.

Solid-state batteries have earned the nickname "holy grail" of EV technology for good reason. They pack more power into smaller, lighter packages while using fewer expensive materials. That means cars can travel farther on a single charge without adding weight.

But the real game changer is safety. Unlike conventional batteries that use liquid electrolytes, solid-state batteries are far more resistant to overheating and fire. For a brand like Volvo, which has built its reputation on protecting passengers, that's the perfect match.

The Ripple Effect

Geely isn't keeping this innovation to itself. The technology is already flowing through the company's entire brand portfolio, including Volvo, Polestar, and ZEEKR. New electric Volvos like the EX90, XC70, and EX60 are already delivering impressive range and performance with current battery tech.

Sister brands Polestar and ZEEKR are pushing even further with 900-volt platforms that charge faster and deliver more power. When ZEEKR launches in America in the coming years, industry watchers expect it could arrive as an all solid-state brand, setting a new benchmark for EV safety and performance.

The timing couldn't be better. As more families consider switching to electric vehicles, concerns about battery safety and reliability remain top barriers. Solid-state technology addresses both issues head-on while making EVs more practical for everyday use.

Geely joins Chinese automakers Dongfeng, FAW Group, and SAIC MG in the race to deliver production-ready solid-state batteries. The competition is heating up, and consumers are the real winners as safer, more efficient electric vehicles become the new standard.