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What’s next for EV batteries in 2026

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The article discusses the future of EV batteries in 2026, highlighting the increasing demand for electric vehicles globally. It mentions the potential for sodium-ion batteries as a cheaper alternative to lithium-ion batteries, despite limitations in energy density. Companies like CATL are already producing sodium-ion batteries for EVs. The article also touches on the development of solid-state batteries, with companies like Factorial Energy and Quantumscape making progress in this area. The global landscape for EVs varies, with China dominating the market and countries like the US facing challenges post-federal tax credit sunset.

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