Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) has unveiled the Freevoy Super Hybrid Battery, the world’s first hybrid vehicle battery to achieve a pure electric range exceeding 400 kilometers and 4C superfast charging. This innovation marks a significant advancement for extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs).
Gao Huan, CTO of CATL’s China E-car Business, highlighted the technological breakthroughs during the launch event. The Freevoy battery addresses common consumer concerns such as short electric range, slow charging speeds, and reduced performance in low-temperature conditions.
Key features of the Freevoy include:
- Extended Electric Range: Drivers can expect over 400 kilometers of pure electric driving, reducing the need for frequent charging and enabling a week’s worth of commuting on a single charge.
- Ultra-Fast Charging: The battery provides more than 280 kilometers of range with just 10 minutes of charging, mitigating range anxiety for hybrid vehicle owners.
- Technological Innovations: The battery utilizes surface modification technology for the cathode material and a high-voltage electrolyte formulation, creating a nano protective layer that minimizes side reactions. Enhanced lithium-ion transport efficiency is achieved through high-activity particles in the cathode material.
- Improved Low-Temperature Performance: Incorporating CATL’s sodium-ion battery technology, the Freevoy operates efficiently in extreme cold, with discharge capability down to -40 degrees Celsius and charging capability down to -30 degrees Celsius.
The Freevoy battery has been adopted by several automotive brands, including Li Auto, AVATR, DEEPAL, CHANGAN NEVO, and NETA. By 2025, 30 hybrid vehicle models from brands such as Geely, Chery, GAC, and VOYAH are scheduled to feature the Freevoy technology.
CATL’s commitment to technological innovation aims to enhance the driving experience and accelerate the transition toward full electrification in the automotive industry.
Source: BusinessWire, CATL
