Volkswagen and QuantumScape Strengthen Partnership for Solid-State Battery Production

Partnership with QuantumScape to Accelerate Solid-State Battery Production

Volkswagen (VW) has signed a licensing deal with QuantumScape, a US-based innovator in battery technology. The agreement allows VW’s battery subsidiary, PowerCo, to use QuantumScape’s solid-state battery technology for high-volume production of next-generation EV batteries.

Up to 80 GWh of Production Capacity Planned

Under this non-exclusive licensing agreement, PowerCo is authorized to produce up to 40 GWh per year, with future expansion reaching 80 GWh annually. This capacity would be enough to power approximately one million electric vehicles. The collaboration reflects the increasing global demand for advanced battery solutions.

Breakthrough Solid-State Battery Performance

QuantumScape’s technology uses a solid-state ceramic separator that enables a pure lithium-metal anode. This results in faster charging, greater energy density, and improved safety compared to conventional lithium-ion batteries. Through this partnership, VW plans to accelerate the deployment of high-performance solid-state batteries for its global EV lineup.

Strategic Shift from Joint Venture to Licensing Model

This licensing model replaces the companies’ earlier joint venture and gives PowerCo greater manufacturing flexibility. While production timelines and locations remain undisclosed, the shift reflects VW’s strategy to scale faster and adapt more easily to EV market changes while still benefiting from QuantumScape’s innovations.

Supporting the Shift to Sustainable Mobility

The Volkswagen–QuantumScape partnership illustrates the role of strategic alliances in advancing electric mobility. As global demand rises, collaborations like this one are essential for delivering sustainable transport technologies that meet performance and safety expectations.