General Motors has been a leader in automotive technology for over a century, with a legacy of battery innovation dating back to Charles Kettering’s establishment of GM’s research and development division in 1920.
As National Battery Day is celebrated on February 18, it’s the perfect time to reflect on GM’s contributions to electrification.
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GM’s history includes key milestones such as Kettering’s electric starter, battery advancements for NASA’s Apollo lunar rovers, and a lineup of groundbreaking EVs—from the experimental Electrovair with its silver-zinc battery to the iconic EV1 powered by lead-acid and nickel-metal-hydride packs.
Today, GM continues to push boundaries with lithium-ion technology and state-of-the-art facilities like the Battery Systems Lab (opened in 2009) and the Ultium Cells plant in Ohio, which recently produced its 100-millionth battery cell.
With a century of innovation behind it, GM remains committed to shaping the future of electric mobility.
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