Description: CATL, the world's leading EV battery manufacturer, has promised that its next-generation Naxtra sodium-ion battery technology will be ready for large-scale deployment by the end of 2026. This includes applications in passenger electric vehicles (EVs), with claimed features like an energy density of 175 Wh/kg, over 500 km (310 miles) of range, fast charging (e.g., 520 km in 5 minutes in some variants), improved cold-weather performance (-40°C to 70°C), enhanced safety, and lower costs compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries. The battery has already passed China's GB 38031-2025 safety certification in September 2025, effective July 1, 2026.

Resolution:

This market resolves YES if, by December 31, 2026, at least one consumer-available EV model using CATL's Naxtra sodium-ion battery is shipped to customers (e.g., deliveries begin, as confirmed by official CATL announcements, partner automaker reports, or reputable industry sources like Electrek, Reuters, or EV-focused media). "Ship" means commercial availability and customer deliveries, not just prototypes or limited pilots.

Resolves NO if no such EV ships by the deadline, or if the technology is delayed/canceled without deployment in an EV.

Resolves N/A if CATL clarifies or retracts the promise in a way that invalidates the market (e.g., no EV application intended).

Resolution Sources: Official CATL press releases, partner announcements (e.g., from automakers like Chery or others adopting the tech), and verified reports from sources like Electrek, InsideEVs, or BloombergNEF.