TOKYO -- As solid-state batteries move closer to broad use in electric cars and beyond, some Japanese companies will make a bid for early-mover advantage in the emerging field of testing these next-generation power sources.
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Companies such as BMW plan to use solid-state batteries to power their electric vehicles. (Photo courtesy of BMW)
TOKYO -- As solid-state batteries move closer to broad use in electric cars and beyond, some Japanese companies will make a bid for early-mover advantage in the emerging field of testing these next-generation power sources.