LG Energy To Supply Cylindrical Batteries for Aptera’s Solar EVs

LG Energy To Supply Cylindrical Batteries for Aptera's Solar EVs

LG Energy Solution has announced its partnership to supply cylindrical batteries to Aptera Motors Corp. (Aptera), a solar electric vehicle manufacturer. The agreement follows the signing of a three-party Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Las Vegas between LG Energy Solution, Aptera, and CTNS, a battery module and pack manufacturer.

The three companies will collaborate on battery supply and businescylinderical batteries s development to drive future growth opportunities. Under this MoU, LG Energy Solution will exclusively supply 2170 cylindrical battery cells from 2025 to 2031 to power Aptera’s solar EV, the ‘Aptera’, aimed to launch in the U.S. market in 2025.

Key Highlights of the Collaboration:

Battery Cell Supply: LG Energy Solution will exclusively supply 4.4GWh of its 2170 cylindrical battery cells to support Aptera’s production ramp-up from 2025 onwards.

Manufacturing Excellence: CTNS will utilize LG Energy Solution cells to produce high-quality modules and packs, optimized for Aptera’s proprietary battery pack design.

Seamless Integration: Aptera will integrate these components into its Solar EVs, achieving new levels of efficiency and performance in the EV industry.

This design of the solar EV minimizes air resistance for increased energy efficiency, resulting in a driving range of 643 km (400 miles) on a single charge. Its integrated solar panels can power the vehicle for up to 64 km (40 miles) per day and over 16,093 km (10,000 miles) per year. Built with recyclable materials, this eco-friendly vehicle features a lightweight carbon fiber structure and no-welding assembly for maximum cost and production efficiency.

LG Energy Solution said that the addition of LG Energy Solution’s cylindrical batteries offers superior performance and safety. To ensure safety, the batteries utilize high-quality NCMA cathodes enhanced with aluminum and LG Energy Solution’s proprietary SRS® (Safety Reinforced Separator) with a ceramic coating.

LG Energy Solution aims to significantly expand its product competitiveness and supply capabilities through mass production of the 46-series batteries at its plant in Queen Creek, Arizona by 2026.