A factory producing battery packs in the Marshall Islands

4 FAQs about A factory producing battery packs in the Marshall Islands

Is Ford launching a new battery plant in Marshall?

Coupled with an up to $45 per kWh subsidy as allowed for in the IRA under current rules, Ford's plant in Marshall is set to produce batteries that are hundreds, if not thousands of dollars cheaper than those of competitors. LFP is largely seen as an interim solution on the way to superior technology, such as Lithium Manganese Rich (LMR) batteries.

What's going on at Ford's blueoval Battery Park in Marshall?

An aerial view of Ford's BlueOval Battery Park in Marshall under construction, taken May 8. The electric vehicle fight between Detroit rival automakers is turning bitter — and a politically fraught battery factory in Marshall is the latest battleground.

Where is Ford Building a battery plant?

Ford is building a battery plant in Marshall, Michigan, and plans to license CATL technology to produce low-cost lithium-iron batteries at the facility. USA TODAY Shopping: Shop sales in tech, home, fashion, beauty & more curated by our editors.

Will GM make LFP batteries in the US?

GM is reportedly working with South Korean battery makers LG and Samsung SDI to produce LFP batteries in the U.S. as well. But CATL is leagues above the competition.