LG Chem Unveils Electric Vehicle Battery with 20% Improved Driving Range

Participation in Korea's Largest Secondary Battery Exhibition 'InterBattery'
Exhibition of 'Long Cell' Batteries with 16% Higher Energy Density and Over 20% Increased Driving Range
Showcasing World No.1 Technology Including Lithium-Sulfur Batteries for Drones

[Asia Economy Reporter Hwang Yoon-joo] LG Chem is participating in 'InterBattery,' the largest secondary battery industry exhibition in Korea, showcasing its global No.1 technology and solutions for electric vehicle batteries. Despite the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), LG Chem has maintained its position as the world’s No.1 in electric vehicle battery market share, surpassing China’s CATL.

◆LG Chem Participates in 'InterBattery'... Exhibits 'Long Cell' Battery with 16% Higher Energy Density and 20% Improved Driving Range

LG Chem announced that it will participate in 'InterBattery 2020,' held from the 21st (Wednesday) to the 23rd (Friday) at COEX in Samseong-dong. InterBattery is the largest exhibition in Korea hosted by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and organized by the Korea Battery Industry Association, with 198 domestic and international companies participating this year.

LG Chem set up the largest booth among participants (315㎡) incorporating the new vision, "We connect science to life for a better future."

First, in the ‘Core Zone,’ LG Chem introduces its unique battery innovation technologies (Science). Reflecting how these technologies connect to life (Connect Science to Life), various battery products are showcased in the ‘More Powerful Zone,’ ‘More Efficiency Zone,’ and ‘More Stylish Zone.’

In the ‘Sustainability Zone’ and ‘Next Generation Zone,’ LG Chem presents its efforts for sustainable growth in the battery business and next-generation battery technologies, proposing a better future that science can offer us.

In the ‘Core Zone,’ key technologies that enable the production of the world’s best batteries are exhibited. These include ‘Lami & Stack’ manufacturing technology, ‘Safety Reinforced Separator (SRS®)’ material technology, and ‘Integrated Cooling Module’ manufacturing technology, all of which maximize battery performance and safety.

In the ‘More Powerful Zone,’ visitors can see at a glance how electric vehicles, kickboards, and home appliances equipped with LG Chem batteries have improved performance compared to the past. Notably, the ‘Long Cell’ electric vehicle battery, which offers 16% higher energy density and over 20% improved driving range compared to previous models, is showcased.

◆Showcasing Next-Generation Battery Technologies Including Lithium-Sulfur, All-Solid-State, and Long-Life Batteries

In the ‘More Efficiency Zone,’ LG Chem introduces ESS (Energy Storage System) battery products that enable more efficient energy use. The products are categorized for various applications such as power grids, commercial, and residential use, demonstrating ESS battery technologies that contribute to energy savings across diverse fields.

In the ‘More Stylish Zone,’ battery products designed flexibly to allow devices equipped with batteries to feature freeform designs are presented. Visitors can see LG Chem’s latest battery products that consider the design of final applications, such as low-height battery modules for electric vehicles with reduced height compared to previous models, and replaceable battery technology for electric scooters (e-Scooters).

In the ‘Sustainability Zone’ and ‘Next Generation Zone,’ LG Chem explains eco-friendly battery production using green energy, recycling businesses utilizing used batteries, and responsible and transparent supply chain management of battery raw materials.

Next-generation battery technologies including lithium-sulfur, all-solid-state, and long-life batteries will also be showcased, providing many attractions. In particular, the actual lithium-sulfur battery, recently installed in an unmanned aerial vehicle and successfully test-flown, will be exhibited.

An LG Chem official said, "The booth is organized to comprehensively cover the key technologies and diverse product portfolio that enabled LG Chem to achieve the world’s No.1 battery position." He added, "Visitors can experience not only various current battery products and technologies but also LG Chem’s next-generation batteries, such as lithium-sulfur, leading the future, all in one place."

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