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LG's EV battery with six times more energy to power Rivian R2


The much-anticipated Rivian R2, expected to compete with Tesla's Model Y, will utilize US-made LG's 4695 cylindrical batteries.

American EV manufacturer Rivian has partnered with South Korea’s LG Energy Solution for procurement of batteries which would be fitted on to its upcoming R2 electric SUV cars. LG Energy Solution has been developing its cylindrical battery technology for the past 20 years, backed by extensive manufacturing experience and a wide range of patents. “Due to the dynamic nature of the current EV market, an increasing number of global automakers are demonstrating a strong preference for a diverse range of battery form factors.

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