QuantumScape Announces Plans for 100 MWh Solid-State Battery Production Line for AI Data Centers, Aerospace and Defense

(NASDAQ:QS) QuantumScape Corporation announced plans for a 100 megawatt-hour (MWh) capacity cell production line to address demand for solid-state batteries in markets such as AI data centers, aerospace, and defense. To develop this production line, QuantumScape has partnered with Muehlbauer Group, a German automation and manufacturing technology company, which will serve as an ecosystem provider of cell assembly equipment. QuantumScape is currently demonstrating scalable production of solid-state batteries at its highly automated Eagle Line pilot facility in San Jose. Muehlbauer evaluated the Eagle Line processes and has developed design enhancements to enable mass production. Engineering work is underway on higher-throughput processes and equipment for the new production line. The start of cell production on the new line is targeted for 2028. Dr. Siva Sivaram, president and CEO of QuantumScape, stated that Muehlbauer brings system integration capability, engineering depth, and scalability mindset necessary for gigawatt-hour scale production. Josef Markus Mühlbauer, CEO of Muehlbauer Group, commented that the Eagle Line demonstrated QuantumScape’s technology is ready to scale and that Muehlbauer is contributing its expertise to the scale-up plan. Muehlbauer Group employs around 4,500 people at 40 locations worldwide and has 45 years of experience. The company serves 90% of worldwide demand for RFID and has installed more than 90,000 machines and systems globally. Muehlbauer specializes in high-precision, high-speed assembly systems, including those for cleanroom environments. QuantumScape’s solid-state lithium-metal battery technology is designed for greater energy density, faster charging, and enhanced safety. The partnership aims to bring QuantumScape’s technology into mass production and support the transition to a lower carbon future. The Eagle Line pilot facility serves as the foundation for the scale-up plan. Muehlbauer is a preferred partner within QuantumScape’s ecosystem. The announcement highlights the companies’ joint mission to revolutionize energy storage.

QuantumScape Reports Third Quarter 2026 Business and Financial Results

(NASDAQ:QS) QuantumScape Corporation announced its business and financial results for the third quarter of 2026, which ended September 30. The company described itself as a global leader in next-generation solid-state lithium-metal battery technology. No further financial figures, operational metrics, executive names, product names, or additional details were disclosed in the source text.

QuantumScape Announces Agreement with Honda on Solid-State Battery Technology

(NASDAQ: QS) QuantumScape Corporation announced a joint research agreement with Honda R&D Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., aimed at advancing the QS battery platform through the combined contributions and expertise of both parties. The joint program includes a multi-year plan focused on solid-state battery development and associated manufacturing processes. The agreement follows Honda’s successful completion of a technology evaluation agreement with QS, which included an in-depth, hands-on technical study of QS’s solid-state technology platform as well as competitive benchmarking across a range of standard technical tests. Atsushi Ogawa, Chief Operating Officer, Research Center of Excellence, Honda R&D Co., Ltd., stated that 'QS technology demonstrated compelling and unique advantages during our evaluation.' Dr. Siva Sivaram, CEO and President of QS, said, 'This agreement reflects the growing confidence in QS solid-state lithium-metal batteries to enable safer, higher-density energy storage.' The company’s next-generation solid-state lithium-metal battery technology is designed to enable greater energy density, faster charging and enhanced safety. Certain information in this press release may be considered 'forward-looking statements,' including statements regarding the company’s expectations for its joint research agreement and joint development program with Honda R&D Co., Ltd., the anticipated benefits and contributions of the parties under that agreement, and the commercialization and scaling of its solid-state lithium-metal battery technology.