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GM’s Sodium Battery Gambit | Business and Finance News

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Business News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
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Sep 12, 2026
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Summary

GM is betting big on sodium-ion batteries to break free from China’s grip on critical battery materials, aiming for a fully U.S.-based supply chain within two to three years—starting with energy storage and eventually powering their EVs. Partnering with startup Peak Energy, they’re targeting commercial production by 2029, touting cheaper, easier-to-make cells that could outperform lithium in temperature range and lifespan. With a new battery lab on the horizon, GM’s long-term play is to leapfrog global rivals by building next-gen tech from American soil—and secure dominance in the future of electric mobility. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f8d8af4a6106e781