Western automakers are racing to close the gap with Chinese competitors, and a U.S. startup may have found the key to success. Factorial, a cutting-edge battery technology firm, claims that its solid-state batteries can give Western automakers a significant edge in the electric vehicle (EV) market. In a major breakthrough, Stellantis, the parent company of Dodge, has announced plans to test Factorial's innovative technology in its high-performance Dodge Charger Daytona. If successful, this partnership could revolutionize the EV landscape, enabling Western automakers to surpass their Chinese rivals in terms of efficiency, range, and performance.
U.S. startup Factorial says solid-state batteries can help Western automakers surpass Chinese competitors. Stellantis will test the technology in Dodge Charger Daytona high performance cars.