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The Lab Where GM Is Cooking Up New EV Batteries To Beat China

21 Oct 2025 | Abstracted from The Verge

GM is developing lithium metal batteries (LMR) at its new EV battery lab to boost range and cut costs. The goal is to surpass current lithium-ion tech by using solid-state designs that offer higher energy density and faster charging. GM aims to integrate LMR into future Ultium-based vehicles, including affordable EVs like the next-gen Bolt. The lab accelerates testing and innovation to meet 2027 production targets.

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