Nissan and others eye mass-producing solid-state batteries

Challenges loom as Japan seeks lead in game-changing technology against China, South Korea

20240513 Nissan concept car

Nissan's concept car, seen here showcased in 2023, was designed on the basis that it would use solid-state batteries. (Photo by Toru Hanai)

SAYUMI TAKE and RYOHTAROH SATOH, Nikkei staff writers

TOKYO -- Nissan Motor and others in Japan are pouring millions into developing solid-state batteries that they believe can replace the lithium-ion versions that currently power almost all of the world's electric vehicles.

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