CATL’s new innovation expands EV battery horizons in untapped cold regions

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by Themis QiFebruary 10, 2026 at 01:30 AM

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Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) has developed a new sodium-ion battery capable of functioning in extreme cold areas such as Antarctica. The Naxtra battery is undergoing winter testing in vehicles in Inner Mongolia and has been tested at -50 degrees Celsius (-58 Fahrenheit). This innovation aims to expand EV battery horizons into untapped markets, particularly in regions with harsh winters like China's northern provinces. The development comes as the company seeks to increase its presence in the global EV market. CATL is partnering with China Changan Automobile Group on this project, and mass production of passenger cars using the Naxtra battery is expected to begin globally this year. This technology addresses a limitation in EV sales in regions where temperatures are typically below 0 degrees Celsius.

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