Huan Qiu Wang·2026-02-05 08:41Group 1 - Changan Automobile officially launched its global sodium battery strategy and unveiled the world's first mass-produced sodium battery passenger vehicle at an event in Yakeshi, in collaboration with CATL [1] - The sodium battery passenger vehicle has completed winter validation, demonstrating that its range, low-temperature performance, safety, and discharge performance meet user needs [1] Group 2 - CATL's sodium battery, combined with its third-generation CTP system, can achieve over 400 km of pure electric range, with potential upgrades to 500-600 km as the sodium industry chain develops [3] - The battery cell has a maximum energy density of 175 Wh/kg, which is industry-leading, and can significantly outperform conventional lithium iron phosphate models in extreme cold conditions [3] Group 3 - CATL provides comprehensive support for Changan's global sodium battery strategy, enabling the rapid rollout of multiple sodium battery models by 2026 [5] - CATL plans to establish over 3,000 rapid battery swap stations across more than 140 cities in China by 2026, enhancing the user experience with efficient energy replenishment [5] - The company aims to continuously improve sodium battery technology and prepare for the era of "sodium-lithium dual stars" [5]