In this development, Chinese company Gotion has surpassed the 10-minute charging barrier in the competitive electric vehicle (EV) battery race.

In a groundbreaking development for the electric vehicle (EV) industry, Gotion High-Tech, a leading Chinese battery manufacturer, has commenced mass production of its G-Current batteries on 22nd May 2025. This new battery technology is set to revolutionise the charging experience for EV owners worldwide.

The global market for 800-volt charging technology is projected to reach 1.62 million units in 2025, with China expected to lead the charge for superfast-charging EVs. This rapid growth is due, in part, to the adoption of 800-volt charging technology by major players such as Hyundai Motor, whose Ioniq 5 model is now capable of 800-volt charging.

China's EV industry has made significant strides in fast-charging technology, developing it not just for nickel-manganese-cobalt batteries but also for LFP (lithium iron phosphate) batteries, which are installed in 60% of the electrics in the market. Two notable examples are the Zhejiang Geely Holding Group's Zeekr brand and Chery Automobile's Exeed series of EVs, both of which use CATL's Shenxing batteries.

CATL, the global EV battery leader, has unveiled the Shenxing Plus battery, capable of a 600-kilometer range on a 10-minute charge. The company aims to develop technology that will provide a sufficient driving range with a six-minute charge. The Shenxing Plus is the successor to the Shenxing battery, with mass production of the original Shenxing beginning at the end of 2023.

The G-Current battery pack, unveiled at a technology conference hosted at Gotion's headquarters in Hefei, is thinner with 30% less components, making it suitable for various types of electric vehicles. It will come in two types: a LFP version and a nickel-manganese-cobalt version. The LFP version, which does not use rare metals, is more affordable.

Gotion developed the G-Current with a new mix of materials, improving the conductivity of lithium-ion electrolytes by 30% to 50%. This advancement allows the G-Current battery to charge from 10% to 80% capacity in 9 minutes and 48 seconds.

While the rapid advancements in 800-volt charging technology are promising, one major challenge remains: expanding the network of charging stations for EVs compatible with this technology. According to Huawei Technologies, this is a crucial step in ensuring the widespread adoption of 800-volt charging technology.

Notable early adopters of 800-volt charging technology include Porsche, who released the Taycan EV in 2019, capable of charging at 800 volts. The 2024 edition, which uses batteries from South Korea's LG group, can charge from 10% to 80% capacity in 18 minutes.

As the race for faster and more efficient charging solutions continues, Gotion High-Tech's G-Current battery is poised to make a significant impact in the EV industry, offering a charging experience that is faster, more efficient, and suitable for a wide range of electric vehicles. With production lines for batteries for all-electric vehicles still being built, mass production is set to begin at the end of the year.

In this development, Chinese company Gotion has surpassed the 10-minute charging barrier in the competitive electric vehicle (EV) battery race.