In a groundbreaking milestone for sodium-ion technology, China Sea Sodium has officially completed the world’s first intensive inspection test for a commercial vehicle-specific sodium-ion power battery. The test was conducted at China Automotive Research Institute Automotive Inspection Center (Tianjin) Co., Ltd., marking a major step toward real-world deployment.
The tested sodium-ion battery passed rigorous national standard protocols covering electrical performance, cycle life, and safety. Key highlights of the battery’s performance include:
- 200Ah nominal capacity per cell
- Operating temperature range: -40℃ to 45℃
- Over 90% discharge efficiency at -20℃
- Full charge in 20–25 minutes
- Fast-charging cycle life exceeding 8,000 cycles
The battery is a core component of the company’s commercial vehicle battery system “Starfish,” designed to meet the high demands of electric heavy trucks. With rapid growth in this segment since 2023, market needs have focused on faster charging, broader temperature resilience, and longer lifespan under high-intensity usage.
Sodium-ion technology’s inherent advantages—long life, fast charge, wide temperature adaptability, and cost efficiency—are well-suited for commercial transport applications. China Sea Sodium’s “less battery, fast charging, multiple uses” model promises to reduce upfront battery investment while maximizing vehicle productivity.
Passing the compliance inspection marks a critical regulatory milestone, advancing the commercialization of sodium-ion batteries in the heavy-duty EV sector.
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