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news Scmp World 2026-06-25

EV Battery Tech Nearing Inflection Point? CATL Chief Expresses Doubts

Robin Zeng, CEO of CATL, the world's largest EV battery maker, cast doubt on the immediate impact of solid-state battery technology. He predicts an inflection point closer to 2030 and questions its current commercial viability.

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