Solid Power stock news
On September 10, 2026, Solid Power Inc. (NASDAQ: SLDP) announced the successful delivery of its first "A--1" sample solid--state battery cells to BMW Group, marking a pivotal milestone in their Joint Development Agreement. This delivery initiates the formal automotive qualification process, where BMW will conduct vehicle--level testing and validation. The achievement triggered a $10 million milestone payment to Solid Power, further strengthening its liquidity position. Management confirmed that the cells were manufactured using the company's newly commissioned continuous--flow electrolyte production line in Thornton, Colorado. CEO John Van Scoter is scheduled to discuss the technical data and future "B--sample" timelines at the Morgan Stanley Global Automotive Conference on September 16, 2026.