Factorial’s Siyu Huang: Solid-state batteries could change EV game

Factorial’s Siyu Huang: Solid-state batteries could change EV game

June 14, 2026 · 23 min

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Siyu Huang discusses the impact of solid-state batteries on electric vehicles and their future amidst geopolitical tensions.

Siyu Huang, CEO and founder of Factorial Energy, joins joins Automotive News reporter Molly Boigon on the “Shift” podcast to discuss solid-state batteries for electric vehicles. Huang explains why the batteries make EVs lighter and less expensive and how geopolitical tensions play into the batteries’ future.

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Host: Molly Boigon

Guest: Siyu Huang

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Organizations: Factorial Energy, Automotive News

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