Cummins has announced the signing of an agreement with Sion Power Corporation, a leading developer of high-energy rechargeable battery technology, in order to design and supply battery cells based on their proprietary lithium metal technology for commercial vehicle applications. Cummins has also invested in Sion Power Corporation, with a minority stake that is supposed to allow Sion Power to further develop their lithium metal technology for the commercial vehicle technology, positioning both companies for success in the future commercialization of the technology.

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Under the agreement, Sion Power will engage in a multi-year development program to design and supply large-format lithium metal battery cells for use in Cummins battery packs. The batteries developed by Cummins will be integrated in its electric powertrains for commercial vehicles. Sion Power’s high-energy battery chemistry is an important component of Cummins’ roadmap to electrify the company’s commercial vehicle products. Based on Sion Power’s proprietary lithium-metal anode technology and incorporating its patented manufacturing process, the cell provides a robust, long-lasting rechargeable battery for Cummins’ demanding applications.

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«Our customers rely on Cummins to provide the most robust electric powertrains in the world. We need battery technologies that will meet the performance and cost expectations for tough, commercial vehicle duty cycles», said Amy Davis, Vice President at Cummins and President of the company’s New Power segment.

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«Sion Power’s Licerion is an enabling technology for Cummins’ future electric commercial vehicle offerings. Cummins is an ideal partner for Sion Power to enable this next generation of electric mobility and significantly support the decarbonization of the transportation industry. Together this strategic relationship sets us on a path to deliver the future of batteries», added Tracy Kelley, Chief Executive Officer at Sion Power.

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