Nissan, once at the forefront of electric vehicle (EV) technology, is now gearing up to reclaim its position by pioneering highly energy-dense solid-state batteries. In a bold move, Nissan aims to surpass its competitors, including industry giant Toyota, by accelerating the development of this cutting-edge battery technology.
The announcement came during a showcase of Nissan’s battery factory in Yokohama, where the automaker plans to establish a production line for solid-state batteries. Nissan’s ambitious timeline targets commercial availability by the fiscal year 2028, with the production of prototype batteries slated to commence by March 2025. Reuters reports Nissan’s goal of achieving a monthly production capacity of 100 megawatt-hours of solid-state batteries by April 2028.
This aggressive strategy puts Nissan ahead of Toyota, a key player in solid-state battery research. While Toyota has been testing vehicles with this technology for years, its conservative approach delays commercialization until at least the fiscal year 2027. Moreover, Nissan projects an annual production capacity of 1.2 gigawatt-hours within four years, potentially surpassing Toyota’s output.
Solid-state batteries, although promising, have faced challenges in real-world applications, hindering their widespread adoption. Nissan’s breakthrough in this area could revolutionize the EV market, attracting potential partnerships such as Honda, which seeks collaboration with Nissan in EV development. As Nissan races to fulfill its ambitious promises, the future of electric mobility hangs in the balance.