In Pictures: Mercedes-Benz Wins First Access to ProLogium's Gen4 Solid-State EV Battery Cells

The Gen4 cells pack up to 400 Wh/kg, a leap in energy density for EV battery development.

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Solid-state chemistry promises to leave conventional lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries far behind.

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Faster charging is central to the deal, with the new cells targeting 5-80% in just 6.4 minutes.

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ProLogium and Mercedes-Benz will jointly test the cells ahead of a push toward production.

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The partnership signals growing momentum behind solid-state storage for both vehicles and grid applications.

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Priority access gives Mercedes-Benz an early edge in the race to bring solid-state EVs to market.

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Real-world validation under the joint agreement will determine how soon the cells reach showrooms.

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If the 6.4-minute charging claim holds, range anxiety could become a thing of the past for drivers.

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Production-ready solid-state batteries would mark a major step for Mercedes-Benz's electric lineup.

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