Capitalizing on global research and development efforts in sodium-ion battery technology to fuel our vehicles.
Our strategy is built on the latest research in battery technology. Sodium-ion batteries represent a complete shift in energy storage, offering unique advantages for cold-climate applications.
Groundbreaking research demonstrating sodium-ion batteries achieving 13,000 cycles at 10C with superior cold-weather performance from -40°C to +60°C.
Research showing 84.33% capacity retention at -20°C, demonstrating exceptional cold-weather performance critical for Canadian applications.
Comprehensive study on sodium battery operation down to -80°C using specialized electrolyte formulations, proving viability in extreme cold conditions.
For decades, sodium-ion batteries remained a laboratory curiosity due to low energy density. Recent breakthroughs have changed everything, making commercial viability possible for the first time.
University of Houston researchers achieved a game-changing 458 Wh/kg energy density with sodium vanadium phosphate (NaxV2(PO4)3), representing a 15% improvement over previous sodium-ion materials and bringing the technology within striking distance of lithium-ion performance.
Chinese Academy of Sciences demonstrates sodium-ion batteries achieving over 200 Wh/kg - higher than commercial LiFePO4 batteries - through advanced interfacial engineering and anode-free configurations.
Stanford University's comprehensive 2025 analysis of 6,000+ scenarios shows sodium-ion batteries can achieve cost competitiveness with lithium-ion by the 2030s, driven by recent energy density improvements and supply chain advantages.
Energy density improvements from ~150 Wh/kg to 200+ Wh/kg have made sodium-ion commercially viable for the first time.
Recent materials advances enable sodium-ion to approach $10/kWh compared to $75-100/kWh for lithium batteries.
Supply chain disruptions and lithium price volatility create the ideal market conditions for sodium-ion adoption.
Leading manufacturers are rapidly scaling sodium-ion battery production, validating the technology's commercial viability.
World's largest battery manufacturer begins mass production of sodium-ion batteries, targeting 500-kilometer driving range for electric vehicles.
Analysis of breakthrough pricing at $10/kWh compared to $75-100/kWh for lithium batteries, demonstrating massive cost advantages.
How sodium-ion technology compares to traditional lithium-ion batteries.
| Feature | Sodium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Weather Performance | Superior (-40°C operation) | Limited (degrades below -20°C) | Nature Comm. 2022 |
| Safety | Enhanced thermal stability | Fire risk when damaged | NPG Asia 2025 |
| Cost | $10/kWh (projected) | $75-100/kWh | Yahoo News 2025 |
| Resource Availability | Abundant (seawater, salt deposits) | Limited (specific mineral deposits) | Nature Comm. 2024 |
| Cycle Life | 13,000+ cycles demonstrated | 1,500-3,000 cycles typical | Nature Comm. 2024 |
The rapid advancement of sodium-ion battery technology positions it as the ideal solution for Canadian electric vehicles in the immediate future. Looking further, we will collaborate with Canadian research groups and universities to advance our own battery technologies and infrastructure.
CATL's mass production begins Q4 2025, with second-generation batteries achieving 200+ Wh/kg energy density and 500km vehicle range capability.