Mercedes-Benz is on the forefront of electric vehicle technology, with high-end EV models such as The Mercedes-Benz EQB 250, Mercedes-Benz EQB 300, and Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 here at Mercedes-Benz of Owings Mills. The latest exciting development involves advanced solid-state battery technology developed and tested by Mercedes-AMG®. New Mercedes-AMG® cars will boast a new type of EV battery, promising range, efficiency, and safety advancements.
From Formula 1 to Our Showroom
Mercedes-AMG® High Performance Powertrains is renowned for its Formula 1 expertise, and it has collaborated with Factorial Energy and the Mercedes-Benz Center of Competence for Battery Systems to create a new solid-state battery system. The groundbreaking collaboration has resulted in the first road-going car powered by a lithium-metal solid-state battery. The battery was placed into a modified Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan. Road testing began in February, following laboratory testing that started late in 2024.
What Advantages Do Solid-State Batteries Offer?
Solid-state batteries offer an enormous leap forward from traditional lithium-ion batteries. Advantages include:
- Higher Energy Density: Solid-state technology allows the use of new anodes, such as lithium-metal, leading to significantly higher energy densities.
- Improved Safety: Using a solid electrolyte instead of a liquid one improves cell integrity and safety.
- Reduced Weight: Solid-state batteries reduce weight, improving performance and efficiency.
- Increased Range: The test vehicle with the solid-state battery is expected to have a range of 621 miles.
Experience the Future of Electric Cars in Owings Mills, MD
The introduction of the solid-state EV battery is expected to tremendously impact future electric vehicle development. Factorial Energy CEO Siyu Huang states, “Solid-state battery technology has moved beyond the laboratory into real-world applications.” As Mercedes-Benz continues to refine and develop this new technology, the team at Mercedes-Benz of Owings Mills will keep you updated. Visit us to learn more about the future of electric mobility!
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