GM’s LMR battery breakthrough means more range at a lower cost

Warren, Mich.—General Motors is making strides toward cheaper electric vehicle batteries with its new LMR technology, designed to reduce costs by removing cobalt from cathodes while maintaining high energy density. The company demonstrated this advanced battery at its Technical Center in Michigan, showcasing how prismatic cells will simplify pack complexity and lower production costs—aiming for prices near those of lithium-iron-phosphate batteries but with a 30% range increase over current models. GM plans to introduce LMR in its electric trucks starting in 2028, marking a significant step toward making EVs more affordable and competitive.