Changan‑backed solid‑state battery startup Tailan New Energy has completed a B+ round financing exceeding 400 million yuan (≈57 million USD) to accelerate the industrialization of its next-generation batteries, according to Chinese media. Investors include Liangjiang Fund, Jun’an Huitian, Bank of Communications Investment, and Qianjiang Zero Degree, with Zero2IPO Capital serving as financial advisor, according to Sina.
The capital will support the construction of Tailan’s first mass-production line, the expansion of research and development in automotive-grade solid-state battery technology, and the recruitment of technical and production talent as the company transitions from prototype to industrial-scale production.
Tailan New Energy, a national high-tech enterprise, holds over 800 patents covering battery materials, cell design, and manufacturing processes. Its proprietary “Safe+” solid-state platform and in-situ sub-micron industrial film deposition (ISFD) technology aim to enhance energy density and intrinsic safety by replacing conventional liquid electrolytes. Early pilot batteries have successfully validated with downstream partners across electric vehicles, two-wheel EVs, and stationary energy storage.
The startup maintains a strategic partnership with Changan Automobile, which has invested in the company and collaborates on technological development. In late 2025, Tailan and Changan jointly unveiled separator-free solid-state battery technology, marking the start of a multi-year cooperation that could see these batteries integrated into future EV models.
Industry observers note that solid-state batteries are considered next-generation EV technology due to their higher energy density, improved safety, and better thermal stability compared with conventional lithium-ion cells. However, large-scale commercialization is still in its early stages, making startups like Tailan critical to China’s push for advanced EV battery solutions.
The recent financing and Chang’an backing underscore growing investor confidence and governmental support for advanced battery development in China. Analysts note that the startup’s progress could strengthen domestic EV supply chains and help pave the way for broader adoption of solid-state technology by automakers in China, positioning Tailan as a rising player in the next-generation EV battery sector.
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