The episode discusses the imminent adoption of semi-solid and solid-state batteries in electric vehicles, particularly focusing on MG's announcement to integrate a semi-solid battery into one of its models by 2025. It compares the characteristics of semi-solid and solid-state batteries in terms of energy density and range, highlighting the potential revolution in the electric automotive sector due to these new technologies. Other manufacturers like Toyota and BYD are mentioned, emphasizing the trend towards greater range and reduced charging times. Finally, it is anticipated that advancements in these technologies will lead to a decrease in the production costs of electric vehicles in the coming years.
