The competition for power supply for artificial intelligence data centers has spread to the automotive industry. General Motors (GM) has unveiled plans for an energy storage system, partnering with energy storage startup Peak Energy to develop a new sodium-ion battery chemistry specifically designed for grid-scale deployment. These batteries offer low costs, long lifespans, and low overheating risks, though they are bulkier and heavier. They do not require cooling systems or fire suppression and explosion-proof devices. Trial production is expected to begin in 2028, which could shorten the commercialization cycle and reduce costs. Meanwhile, GM will supply LG Energy Solution with lithium iron phosphate batteries for energy storage equipment and expand its cooperation with Redwood Materials. Redwood Materials acquires battery production scrap and retired battery packs from GM, and GM's Michigan plant will purchase its 7.2 MWh energy storage system, with plans to deploy it at all future factories to enhance power supply stability and economic efficiency.