GM’s new EV battery tech will cut costs without sacrificing performance or range
Electrek • 9/29/2026 – 9/30/2026
Summary
GM announced it will be the world's first to mass-produce prismatic LMR battery cells. This new battery technology can provide 33% higher energy density than LFP at a comparable cost, aiming to reduce costs without sacrificing performance or range.
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