SAMSUNG SDI Signs First EV Battery Supply Deal with Mercedes-Benz

Published: Apr 20, 2026 00:00

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Samsung SDI has entered into a multi-year agreement with Mercedes-Benz to supply high-nickel NCM batteries for the automaker’s next-generation electric vehicles. This marks the first time Samsung SDI has provided automotive power batteries to Mercedes-Benz. The two companies held a signing ceremony in Seoul. Under the agreement, the supplied batteries will feature high energy density, long range, long lifespan and high power, and will be equipped with Samsung SDI’s proprietary safety technologies. Mercedes-Benz plans to use these batteries in its future compact and mid-size all-electric SUVs and coupe models. In addition, the two companies will expand their strategic cooperation by jointly developing next-generation power battery technologies.

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