General Motors (GM) and LG Energy Solution are teaming up to bring a new kind of battery to future GM electric trucks and full-size SUVs. The batteries will feature new tech that could boost range, cut costs, and help make electric vehicles (EVs) more widely accessible.
LMR Technology
GM and LG are developing lithium manganese-rich (LMR) prismatic batteries designed to pack more energy into the same space—potentially leading to longer driving ranges of over 400 miles.
The batteries are also expected to be more affordable since they use fewer rare materials like nickel, manganese, and cobalt—which is particularly expensive. This will make them more sustainable and cost-effective over time.
GM, LG Partnership
This isn’t the first time these two companies have collaborated; GM and LG co-developed GM’s Ultium battery platform and co-founded the Ultium Cells joint venture, which builds battery plants across the U.S.
In this latest project, GM is taking the lead on battery design, while LG is in charge of development and manufacturing. The companies plan to begin pre-production of LMR prismatic cells at an LG facility by late 2027, with commercial production in the U.S. targeted for 2028.
GM’s Electric Future
GM has been vocal about its all-electric future ambitions, and this new battery tech brings the giant automaker one step closer to its goal.
The company plans to roll out a range of EVs, including electric pickups and SUVs—likely powered by LMR cells, although this hasn’t been confirmed for specific models yet—helping speed up the transition to EVs.
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