LG Energy Solution announced an exclusive partnership to supply cylindrical batteries to Aptera Motors (Aptera), a company in the solar EV industry.
The agreement follows the signing of a three-party Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between LG Energy, Aptera, and CTNS, a battery module and pack manufacturer, at CES 2025 in Las Vegas.
The three companies will collaborate on battery supply and business development to drive future growth opportunities. Under this MoU, LG Energy will exclusively supply 2,170 cylindrical battery cells from 2025 to 2031 to power Aptera’s solar EV, the ‘Aptera’, aimed to launch in the U.S. market in 2025.
This design of the solar EV minimizes air resistance for increased energy efficiency, resulting in a driving range of 643 km (400 miles) on a single charge. Its integrated solar panels can power the vehicle for up to 64 km (40 miles) per day and mor than 16,093 km (10,000 miles) per year. Built with recyclable materials, the vehicle features a lightweight carbon fiber structure and no-welding assembly for cost and production efficiency.
The addition of LG Energy’s cylindrical batteries offers performance and safety. To ensure safety, the batteries use high-quality NCMA cathodes enhanced with aluminum and LG Energy Solution’s proprietary SRS (Safety Reinforced Separator) with a ceramic coating.
By 2026, LG Energy aims to significantly expand its product competitiveness and supply capabilities through mass production of the 46-series batteries at its plant in Queen Creek, Arizona.