Prepare to be electrified by the latest leap in the electric vehicle (EV) industry! “America Saves with Solar” brings you groundbreaking news about LG Energy Solution’s colossal investment of $4.5 billion in expanding EV battery production in the United States. In this thrilling article, we’ll unveil the details of LG’s ambitious expansion plans, explore the partnerships that drive this innovation, and delve into the competitive landscape of EV battery manufacturing. Here’s a sneak peek at what you’ll discover:
LG Energy Solution’s $4.5 Billion Investment in U.S. EV Battery Manufacturing
- An Industry Game-Changer: Witness LG Energy Solution’s commitment to the future of EVs with its staggering investment of $4.5 billion in U.S. EV battery manufacturing.
Expansion Plans
- Fueling Growth: Explore the extensive expansion plans, which include a significant increase in electric vehicle battery manufacturing capacity by a remarkable 70 GWh, starting in 2025. Learn about the expansion at LG’s existing facility in Holland, Michigan, and the construction of two new state-of-the-art plants.
Collaboration with General Motors (GM)
- A Powerful Partnership: Understand LG’s collaboration with General Motors under Ultium Cells LLC, a joint venture dedicated to advancing battery technology for electric vehicles. Stay tuned for the announcement of new facility locations, expected by June 2021, and the operational launch of the first new factory in 2023.
Production Capacity
- Powering Millions of EVs: Discover the impressive total capacity of LG’s three plants and one Ultium plant, surpassing 110 GWh. This capacity is sufficient to meet the energy needs of more than 1.2 million battery electric vehicles annually.
LG’s Partnerships
- Pioneering Battery Technology: Learn about LG’s pivotal role in supplying pouch cells for GM’s EVs, Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid, and Ford Mustang Mach-E. Explore the possibility of producing larger 4680 cylindrical cells and LG’s supply of cylindrical cells to Tesla production in China and Lucid Motors.
Supply Chain
- Securing the Supply Chain: Gain insights into LG’s commitment to ensuring that cells for the U.S. market are not sourced from China. Delve into the critical importance of addressing supply chain challenges in the fast-evolving EV industry.
Competitors
- A Competitive Landscape: Explore the competitive arena, where LG faces competitors like SK Innovation, Panasonic, GM, Ford, Stellantis, Quantumscape, and SES in the context of cell production. Witness the fierce competition driving advancements in battery technology.
Conclusion
- A Pioneering Supplier: Conclude your journey with a look at LG Chem’s position as a major supplier in North America’s booming EV battery market. Witness how this investment is set to reshape the future of sustainable transportation.
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