Articles tagged with "LG-Energy-Solution"
LG Energy Solution launches five-minute EV battery health tool
LG Energy Solution (LGES) has launched B.once, a new diagnostic tool designed to assess the health of electric vehicle (EV) batteries quickly and accurately. The service offers two diagnostic modes: Quick Scan, which delivers battery health results in five minutes by analyzing capacity, voltage, and temperature through an onboard device, and Power Scan, which provides a more detailed report within 30 minutes by examining charging data between 50% and 80% state of charge. B.once aims to increase transparency in the used EV market by enabling dealerships and resale platforms to issue reliable battery assessment reports, helping buyers better understand vehicle conditions. The tool is supported by LGES’s extensive battery management expertise and over 10,000 global patents, with early adoption by used EV platform Revolt. This launch is part of LGES’s broader strategy to expand its Battery as a Service (BaaS) offerings, complementing existing services like B.Lifecare, which provides regular battery diagnostics for EV owners. LG
energyelectric-vehiclesbattery-healthbattery-diagnosticsLG-Energy-SolutionBaaSEV-battery-technologyThe ICE Raids In Georgia Will Have Ramifications That Echo For Years - CleanTechnica
The article discusses the recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in Georgia, where nearly 400 people were detained for allegedly being in the United States illegally. While some immigration paperwork issues may have existed, the article argues that the aggressive tactics used—such as handcuffing and public arrests—were unnecessary and served more as a warning to foreign investors and workers, particularly from South Korea. This message undermines the U.S. government's stated goal of attracting foreign investment, especially in manufacturing and clean energy sectors. The raids targeted workers involved in building a battery factory for Hyundai and Kia, part of a $7.6 billion investment in Georgia supported by substantial state incentives. Despite the economic significance, Georgia's government has remained silent, seemingly prioritizing political considerations over economic interests. South Korean officials have expressed strong dissatisfaction and are reviewing visa and accommodation policies to prevent future incidents. The article highlights a broader conflict within the U.S. government between harsh immigration enforcement and the desire to attract foreign business, suggesting
energyclean-energybattery-factoryelectric-vehiclesHyundaiLG-Energy-Solutionmanufacturing-investmentSeoul to repatriate 300 workers after US raid at Hyundai battery site
South Korea is arranging a chartered Korean Air flight to Atlanta to repatriate over 300 of its citizens detained during a large-scale U.S. immigration raid at a Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution battery plant construction site in Georgia. The raid, confirmed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as the largest single-site enforcement action in its history, resulted in approximately 475 arrests, including 300 South Koreans currently held at a detention center in Folkston, Georgia. The Korean Air flight, a Boeing 747-8i with 368 seats, is scheduled to depart from Incheon as early as Wednesday. In response, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung expressed regret and vowed stronger protections for Korean workers abroad, emphasizing that those contributing to U.S.-Korea industrial cooperation should not face unfair barriers. He directed government ministries to monitor the situation until all workers return safely and pledged to collaborate with Washington to improve visa regulations and prevent future incidents. Additionally, South Korean Foreign Minister
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The article discusses a significant disruption to Hyundai Motor Group’s new electric vehicle (EV) battery factory construction in Georgia due to a large-scale immigration raid ordered by then-US President Donald Trump on September 4. The factory, part of Hyundai’s massive $5.54 billion investment in Bryan County near Savannah, was expected to create over 8,000 jobs and is considered the largest economic development project in Georgia’s history. The project also includes an additional $1 billion investment from Hyundai suppliers and a $2 billion joint venture with LG Energy Solution, making it a key highlight for Georgia’s Republican Governor Brian Kemp, who has touted it as a major job creator and economic booster. However, the immigration raid, which detained approximately 475 workers—many reportedly Korean nationals legally present or in the process of obtaining legal status—has halted construction and delayed the factory’s timeline. This incident not only threatens the economic benefits for Georgia but also poses a political embarrassment for Governor Kemp, who is term-limited and considering
energyelectric-vehiclesbattery-manufacturingHyundaiLG-Energy-SolutionEV-battery-factoryclean-energyTesla Launches 515-Mile Model 3 in China - CleanTechnica
Tesla has introduced a new Model 3 variant in China boasting an impressive range of 830 kilometers (approximately 515 miles) on a full charge, according to the CLTC rating system. This range significantly surpasses the longest-range Model 3 available in the U.S., which offers 363 miles (584 km) based on the EPA rating. The new Chinese Model 3 trim is priced starting at RMB 269,500 ($37,540) and features a 78.4 kWh battery supplied by LG Energy Solution. It joins three existing trims in China: the rear-wheel-drive Standard Range, all-wheel-drive Long Range, and all-wheel-drive Performance models, with deliveries expected to begin in September. Tesla’s launch of this extended-range Model 3 in China comes amid declining sales in the region, with a reported drop of over 6% in the first seven months of 2024 compared to the previous year. The Chinese EV market has become increasingly competitive, prompting Tesla to enhance
energyelectric-vehiclesTeslabattery-technologyLG-Energy-Solutionclean-energyelectric-car-rangeTesla Signs $4.3 Billion LFP Battery Deal With LGES, $16.5 Billion Chip Deal With Samsung - CleanTechnica
Tesla has entered into a $4.3 billion agreement with LG Energy Solution (LGES) for lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries to be produced at LGES’s U.S. factories in Michigan, Ohio, and Tennessee. Although LGES has not officially named Tesla as the buyer due to confidentiality, South Korean sources confirm Tesla’s involvement. This deal marks a shift from Tesla’s previous reliance on China-based CATL amid U.S.-China trade tensions and political pressures. Deliveries are set to begin in August 2027 and continue through July 2030, potentially extending up to seven years with increased supply volumes. The batteries are expected to support Tesla’s grid-scale and residential energy storage products, aligning with LGES’s focus on affordable LFP batteries optimized for energy storage rather than high-cost, high-energy-density chemistries used in some EVs. In a separate but related development, Samsung Electronics has signed a $16.5 billion chip manufacturing contract with Tesla, effective July
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General Motors’ Ultium Cells joint venture with LG Energy Solution is advancing plans to produce low-cost Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) in the US, aiming for commercial production by late 2027. LFP batteries, known for being less expensive than conventional lithium-ion batteries, had initially lagged due to performance issues but have recently improved in both cost and efficiency. Ultium Cells is converting its Spring Hill, Tennessee factory to manufacture these LFP cells, complementing GM’s existing high-nickel and lithium manganese battery technologies to diversify its EV portfolio despite political resistance and the impending expiration of EV tax credits. Key executives from GM and LG Energy Solution emphasized the strategic importance of LFP technology in making EVs more affordable and accessible to a broader range of consumers. Kurt Kelty, GM’s VP of batteries, propulsion, and sustainability, highlighted the company’s commitment to balancing range, performance, and affordability, while LG’s Wonjoon Suh unders
energyelectric-vehicleslithium-iron-phosphatebattery-technologyUltium-CellsGMLG-Energy-SolutionGM to challenge China’s LFP monopoly with upgraded battery factory
General Motors (GM), in partnership with LG Energy Solution, is upgrading its Ultium battery factory in Spring Hill, Tennessee, to produce lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) cells for its low-cost electric vehicles (EVs). This $2.3 billion facility, part of the Ultium Cells LLC joint venture, initially began producing nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) lithium-ion cells in 2024. The conversion to LFP production is set to start later this year, with commercial output expected by late 2027. Although LFP batteries were originally invented and commercialized in the U.S., most production currently occurs in China, making this upgrade a significant step toward boosting domestic LFP manufacturing. GM is adopting a three-tiered battery strategy for its EV lineup, which includes 12 models. High-end vehicles will continue to use NMC batteries for longer range, exemplified by the Chevy Silverado EV’s 205 kWh NMC pack offering 492 miles per charge
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LG Energy Solution inaugurated a large lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery manufacturing plant in Holland, Michigan, in early May 2025. This $1.4 billion facility, spanning an area equivalent to 42 football fields, represents a strategic pivot from electric vehicle (EV) battery production toward energy storage systems (ESS) to address the growing demand for grid stability and renewable energy integration amid cooling EV demand. The plant currently operates two production lines with a third expected by the end of the year, employing advanced manufacturing processes including slurry mixing, foil coating, cell stacking, and quality control to produce high-performance LFP battery cells. The facility is expected to have a significant economic impact, positioning Michigan as a leading state for grid-scale battery manufacturing in the U.S. Industry leaders forecast billions in annual revenue and transformative economic growth driven by this investment. The plant aligns with supportive policies such as the Inflation Reduction Act, which bolster clean energy initiatives. LG Energy Solution’s focus on deploying energy storage solutions near
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