Subaru and Panasonic Energy enter talks for supply of cylindrical Li-Ion batteries

Subaru of America has pulled the wraps off its most powerful production model to date, debuting the all‑new, all‑electric 2027 Subaru Getaway at the 2026 New York International Auto Show. Positioned as the brand’s next major step in its expanding EV strategy, the three‑row SUV blends family‑focused practicality with the kind of performance Subaru fans don't usually associate with a seven‑seater. The Getaway delivers...

2 April 2026

Subaru of America unveiled U.S. pricing and specifications for the 2026 Subaru Uncharted, positioning the model as the brand's most affordable EV while promising class‑leading range and the kind of all‑weather capability Subaru buyers expect. Subaru Uncharted Premium FWD - USD 34995 MSRP Subaru Uncharted Sport AWD - USD 39795 MSRP Subaru Uncharted GT AWD - USD 43795 MSRP The entry price of $34,995 makes the...

18 December 2025

South Korea's LG Chem has been selected to supply cathode materials for Panasonic's battery production in North America, according to industry sources. This marks LG Chem's first direct deal with Panasonic, whose primary customer in the region is Tesla. Previously, LG Chem supplied cathodes to Prime Planet Energy & Solutions, a joint venture between Toyota and Panasonic. Panasonic operates a Gigafactory in Nevada...

23 October 2025

Subaru of America announced pricing on the all-new 2026 Subaru Solterra EV, arriving at Subaru retailers this fall. The redesigned Solterra all-electric SUV has been significantly improved with more power, increased driving range, and upgraded interior comforts and technology. It starts at $38,495 MSRP, which is the same entry price as the outgoing model. An updated all-wheel-drive system integrates the front and...

27 September 2025

Subaru unveiled the all-new 2026 Subaru Solterra EV, adding significant improvements to overall driving performance, efficiency, styling, and cabin comfort. The new 2026 Subaru Solterra is powered by a 74.7-kWh lithium-ion battery, providing an estimated range of more than 285 miles, up more than 25% compared to the outgoing model. Thanks to a newly added battery preconditioning system, when navigating to a charging...

24 April 2025

The all-new, all-electric 2026 Subaru Trailseeker EV SUV was unveiled at the 2025 New York International Auto Show. With its advanced electric powertrain and adventurous style, the Trailseeker represents the next generation of Subaru vehicles. Featuring 375 horsepower, the Trailseeker delivers an engaging driving experience with the grip of legendary Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and 8.3 inches of ground...

24 April 2025

Lucid Gravity Grand Touring will be powered by Panasonic Energy's lithium-ion EV battery cells. With an EPA-estimated range of up to 450 miles from a battery pack that is up to 40% smaller than competitors', the collaborative efforts between Panasonic and Lucid have helped deliver an SUV with a previously impossible combination of outstanding range, performance, and interior space. Enabled by Lucid’s revolutionary...

7 January 2025

Subaru and Panasonic Energy announced plans to prepare for the supply of automotive lithium-ion batteries and joint establishment of a new battery factory in Oizumi, Gunma Prefecture, Japan. Panasonic Energy will supply its next-generation cylindrical automotive lithium-ion batteries for the battery electric vehicles (BEVs) Subaru plans to produce starting in the latter half of the 2020s. This follows their...

9 September 2024

Panasonic Energy announced that it finalized preparations for mass production of the 4680 cylindrical automotive lithium-ion batteries, marking a much-anticipated breakthrough in the industry. The company has also revamped its Wakayama factory in Western Japan, which will serve as the mother factory for the new cells. An opening ceremony was held today to commemorate the occasion. The mass production is set to start...

9 September 2024

Mazda and Panasonic Energy have signed an agreement on the supply of cylindrical automotive lithium-ion batteries. Earlier this month, Subaru also announced it signed a basic cooperative agreement with Panasonic Energy for the supply of cylindrical automotive Li-Ion batteries. In June and July 2023, Mazda and Subaru commenced discussions with Panasonic Energy aimed at building a medium- to long-term partnership for...

30 March 2024

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) has agreed with Panasonic Holdings Corporation (Panasonic HD) to make Primearth EV Energy Co., Ltd. (PEVE) a wholly-owned subsidiary to strengthen its capabilities in mass-producing automotive batteries. The acquisition is scheduled to take place in late March. Among Toyota-affiliated companies, currently PEVE, Toyota Industries Corporation, and Prime Planet Energy & Solutions, Inc...

5 March 2024

Subaru of America, Inc. announced today pricing on the enhanced 2024 Subaru Solterra all-electric SUV with several new features to improve comfort, driver safety, and versatility – all without increasing the price over the previous year. The 2024 Subaru Solterra is available in Premium, Limited, and Touring trim levels and has a starting price of $44,995 MSRP before applicable federal, state, or local tax credits...

25 January 2024

Subaru of America, Inc. today announced that its parent company, Subaru Corporation, reached an agreement with Tesla, Inc. to adopt the North American Charging Standard (NACS) for the charging ports of its battery electric vehicles (BEVs) to be launched in North America beginning in 2025. To provide customers with access to the extensive Tesla charging network, Subaru will adopt NACS ports on certain Subaru BEVs...

1 November 2023

Subaru Sport Mobility Concept was presented at the Japan Mobility Show 2023. It expresses the enjoyment that Subaru offers in the age of electrification, embodying the pleasure of going anywhere, anytime, and driving at will in everyday to extraordinary environments. Driving with peace of mind allows us to embark on exciting new adventures. This is a battery electric vehicle (BEV) concept that evokes the evolution...

25 October 2023