Archive · 25 Jul 2025
LG Energy to Boost Energy Storage Amid EV Demand Slowdown
LG Energy Solution is changing its plans because people aren't buying as many electric cars.
They plan to focus more on storing energy, like in big batteries, especially in the US.
This is because they think it'll be a good business with growing needs for electricity.
The company also wants to make batteries in the US so it can get some money back from the government.
At the same time, they have to deal with rivals from China.
LG Energy Solution plans to boost its energy storage business in the US.
The company aims to offset potential impacts from a slowdown in electric vehicle demand.
The US tax credits for EVs are set to expire, potentially affecting demand.
LG Energy aims to increase ESS battery production capacity in the US by 2026.
The company faces intensifying competition in Europe from Chinese rivals.
- Who
- LG Energy Solution, a battery manufacturer, and its CFO Lee Chang Sil.
- What
- LG Energy Solution is increasing its energy storage business in the US.
- When
- The expansion is planned in response to slowing EV demand.
- Where
- The focus is on the US and also involves operations in Europe and Poland.
- Why
- To offset impacts of declining EV demand and expiring tax credits.
EV Market Challenges
ESS Market Opportunities
Demand & Growth
EV Market Challenges
Concerns about slowing global EV demand, tax credit expirations, and tariffs.
ESS Market Opportunities
Emphasis on the growth potential of the energy storage business to offset EV market challenges.
Competition
EV Market Challenges
Increasing competition from Chinese rivals in the EV battery market.
ESS Market Opportunities
Plans to switch production lines to energy storage and target the high-end market to respond to competitive pressures.
- Company
- LG Energy Solution
- Action
- Ramping up energy storage business
- Location
- United States
- Production Goal (2026)
- 30 GWh
- Q2 Operating Profit
- 492.2 billion won ($358 million)