I follow this subject pretty closely and I am very suspect that solid state batteries will be ready for primetime by 2028. They have been researching the tech for a long time and while solid state increases the energy density it does NOT solve some of the safety issues and it will be more expensive to manufacture. The claims of longevity are also highly suspect to me.
We will find out in the next few years, but many “green energy” things fail to match the glossy brochures put out years prior to any roll-out (see hydrogen fuel) to encourage investors.
FWIW - in the near term, the sodium ion battery appears to be best positioned to grab the market share now dominated by LFP or lithium iron phosphate in larger applications. Based on market fluctuations and prices of nickel, lithium, and cobalt for cathodes, much of the market is looking for cheaper materials that will give the same performance.
There are simply not enough minerals (or electrical grid capacity/production) to meet the ridiculous “goals” (really mandates) we are seeing in the West. Economics are now the main driver for the tech and insurance companies are telling us that the risks/benefit analysis for current EV’s is different than what the media is selling. Rates are going way up - far beyond traditional transportation.
IMO, the government and elites don’t really want We the People in privately-owned EVs, either. They want us in their “smart, 15-minute” cities and either riding public transport (which may be EVs), biking, or walking.
I agree 100%
Sodium is the next big step, because it is CHEAP.
I believe my next car will be Sodium.
Mind you, we are still choosing from a very limited set of choices, but sodium seems to be next for me.
Cheap, and readily available. And relatively SAFE
Not great range yet, but I think that is a good next step for me
Probably in the next two years