07:43 05-03-2026

Suzuki gains solid-state battery technology through Kanadevia acquisition

Suzuki Motor Corporation has acquired solid-state battery technology through its purchase of Kanadevia's division. Previously part of the Hitachi Zosen industrial group, Kanadevia has been developing these batteries since 2006.

With this acquisition, Suzuki gains accumulated research experience and a patented production process. Solid-state batteries are widely regarded as a promising direction for the future of electric transportation.

In 2021, Kanadevia unveiled a solid-state battery with a capacity of 1000 mAh. At the time, the company claimed this was one of the highest-capacity cells of its type. While such batteries are not yet mass-produced, they have already found applications in industrial settings and even space projects.

The technology's main advantage lies in its high energy density. This allows for increasing the range of electric vehicles without adding battery weight, or reducing battery mass while maintaining driving distance. Solid-state cells also potentially support significantly faster charging.

For Suzuki, these new developments could prove valuable beyond just automobiles. The company also manufactures motorcycles, where battery compactness and low weight are particularly important. Experts believe adopting such batteries could influence future electric cars by making them lighter and extending their range. However, specific timelines for when these batteries might appear in mass-produced vehicles remain unannounced.