US EditionGM, LG Energy Solutions to Make Cheaper EV Batteries at Tennessee Site
SPRING HILL, TENNESSEE, JUL 14 – GM and LG Energy Solution will begin commercial production of lower-cost lithium iron phosphate batteries by late 2027, aiming to reduce EV costs and diversify battery chemistry, officials said.
- On July 14, 2025, Ultium Cells LLC will upgrade its Spring Hill, Tennessee plant, scaling LFP cell output, building on a $2.3-billion 2021 investment.
- With buyers slowing, the industry has gravitated to LFP batteries, and Mary Barra said GM would invest $35 billion from 2020 to 2025, despite sluggish demand.
- In contrast to NMC chemistry, LFP batteries offer lower cost and high safety, powering over 80% of EVs in China.
- GM said the LFP-powered Silverado EV will deliver about 350 miles of range while cutting $6,000 in battery costs, and that both the next-generation Bolt EV and a Silverado EV trim will use LFP cells.
- By late 2027, Ultium said commercial LFP production will start after assembly line conversion later this year, boosting U.S. battery capacity.
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