LG Energy Solution (LGES) announced an exclusive agreement to supply a total of 4.4 gigawatt-hours of 2170-size battery cells between 2025 and 2031 to Aptera Motors. The collaboration is based on a tripartite memorandum of understanding signed at the Consumer Electronic Show (CES) 2025 in Las Vegas. In addition to LGES and Aptera, battery modules and packs manufacturer CTNS is also involved.
Solar power enabling annual range of 10,000 miles
LG Energy Solutionʼs cylindrical batteries are based on an NCMA cathode. The company will also apply its patented Safety Reinforced Separator to the cells supplied. Afterwards, CTNS will use the cells to manufacture the modules and packs specifically optimized for Apteraʼs solar electric vehicles. Aptera plans to offer its first solar electric vehicle in the United States beginning in 2025. The vehicle is designed for aerodynamic efficiency to reduce energy consumption. According to the manufacturer, it will have a range of 400 miles per charge. Integrated solar cells are also expected to provide a daily range of up to 40 miles, or more than 10,000 miles per year.
