Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of recognizing and validating pragmatic innovation in the solid-state battery sector, particularly as the industry approaches a critical technological transition by 2026 [1]. Group 1: Industry Overview - By 2026, the global new energy battery industry is expected to enter a key window for technological iteration [2]. - Solid-state batteries are identified as the core direction for next-generation batteries, with a focus on the practical advancement of hybrid solid-liquid (semi-solid) batteries and the acceleration of all-solid-state battery development [3]. Group 2: Market Dynamics - According to GGII, approximately 60 new solid-state battery projects are planned in China for 2025, with a total capacity of 189 GWh and an investment of 67.7 billion yuan. Despite a slight decrease in investment, capacity planning has increased by 23% year-on-year, driven by breakthroughs in dry electrode and stacking processes [4]. - The hybrid solid-liquid battery is projected to exceed 15 GWh in shipments in 2026, with energy density reaching 400 Wh/kg, targeting the mid-to-high-end passenger vehicle market [4]. - In the next 3-5 years, hybrid solid-liquid batteries are expected to become mainstream, achieving energy density of 450 Wh/kg and cycle life exceeding 6000 times [4]. Group 3: Company Initiatives - Chang'an Automobile plans to complete the validation of its all-solid-state battery by Q3 2026, with an energy density of 400 Wh/kg and a range exceeding 1500 km [5]. - Geely aims to debut its prototype in 2026, with small-scale industrialization in 2027 and mass production of high-end models by 2030, targeting an energy density of over 500 Wh/kg [5]. - Chery plans to establish a 0.5 GWh pilot line for all-solid-state batteries in 2026 and initiate vehicle demonstration in 2027 [5]. Group 4: Application Expansion - Solid-state battery applications are diversifying into areas such as energy storage, humanoid robots, and low-altitude aircraft [6]. - GGII has launched a public call for the 2026 solid-state battery benchmark enterprise directory to identify leading companies in technology and practical application [6]. Group 5: Evaluation Criteria - The evaluation for the benchmark enterprise directory includes criteria such as technological leadership, industrial feasibility, market competitiveness, and forward-looking growth potential [7]. - The final directory will be released on April 23, 2026, at the 2026 High-tech Solid-State Battery Technology and Application Summit, aiming to promote pragmatic innovation in the industry [7].