Li Auto is accelerating its in-house battery development, aiming to equip all new models released after 2026 with self-developed batteries. This strategic move, initiated in 2015, is driven by the desire to control core data, enhance user experience through integrated systems, and ensure consistent service standards. The company has invested heavily in battery research and development, with a team of around 300 engineers and nearly 4,000 patents, and has already integrated its self-developed batteries into several models, including the new Li MEGA and Li i9, with plans for wider rollout. AI
IMPACT This move by Li Auto signals a broader trend of vertical integration in the automotive industry, potentially impacting supply chains and the pace of EV innovation.
RANK_REASON Company announces a significant shift in its product strategy and manufacturing approach for a core component. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]
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