Samsung SDI unveils prototype battery for EVs
News
13 Jan 2016
Samsung SDI has unveiled a prototype high energy density battery designed for electric vehicles (EVs) at the Detroit Motor Show.
The show marked Samsung DSI’s first foray into the North American automobile market by introducing a variety of customised battery products.
The key product was the high energy density prototype designed for EVs, that reportedly enables a driving range of up to 600 kilometres on a single charge. Commercial production of the battery is expected to start in 2020.
Nam Seong, president of Samsung SDI, said: “We aim to lead the era of popularising EVs by introducing a variety of solutions and products desired by customers and the market at this auto show. Particularly, we will accelerate to make foray into the global automobile market including North America by providing the new high energy density battery cell based on the world’s top technology leadership.”
