Stellantis and Factorial Inc. have advanced their partnership by unveiling the next stage in their collaboration to develop and deploy next-generation electric vehicles (EVs) powered by Factorial’s cutting-edge solid-state battery technology. This builds upon Stellantis’ $75 million investment in Factorial in 2021, with the aim of accelerating the commercial viability of solid-state batteries in EVs.
By 2026, Stellantis will launch a demonstration fleet of Dodge Charger Daytona vehicles equipped with Factorial’s proprietary FEST® solid-state battery technology. This fleet will allow Stellantis to validate the performance of Factorial’s batteries in real-world conditions, an essential step in the move toward full-scale commercialization. Factorial’s FEST® technology delivers a specific energy density of over 390 Wh/kg, offering numerous advantages over traditional lithium-ion batteries, such as increased energy density, reduced weight, enhanced vehicle performance, and the potential for lower overall costs over time.
The STLA Large platform, which focuses on high-volume electric SUVs and performance vehicles, has been chosen for this innovation. It is a key component of Stellantis’ Dare Forward 2030 strategy and supports major brands like Jeep®, Dodge, Chrysler, Alfa Romeo, and Maserati. Designed to produce up to two million vehicles globally, the platform is ideally suited for integrating Factorial’s solid-state battery technology.
Ned Curic, Stellantis’ Chief Engineering and Technology Officer, emphasised the importance of this milestone in the collaboration, noting that it would validate Factorial’s potential to enhance Stellantis’ electric vehicle lineup. Factorial’s CEO and Co-Founder, Siyu Huang, expressed excitement about the partnership, underscoring solid-state technology’s critical role in improving EV performance and reducing costs.
This collaboration signals the growing significance of solid-state batteries, as Stellantis and Factorial work together to push forward technological innovation and sustainable mobility solutions.