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中文The new national standard has already been implemented for some time, and more and more new standard electric bikes are appearing on the roads. To pursue longer range, many people choose lithium battery models, as lithium batteries have an advantage in terms of range.
Recently, good news came for lithium batteries. The State Administration for Market Regulation issued GB/T 36972—2026, “Safety Technical Specification for Lithium-ion Batteries for Electric Bicycles.” This is seen as the new national performance standard for lithium batteries, and it has been clearly stated that it will be officially implemented from September 1st. Subsequently, electric bike users will benefit in three main aspects.
So, what exactly has changed with this so-called “Performance Technical Specification”? Simply put, what was previously vague is now clarified, and what was previously lenient is now strict. The new version of the standard not only clarifies the performance requirements for individual cells and battery packs, but also specifies detailed test methods in detail, even standardizing aspects like packaging, transportation, and storage. It is specifically applicable to electric bicycles that comply with GB 17761, drawing a clear red line for the industry’s development.
Once the standard is officially implemented from September 1st, using lithium batteries that comply with this new national standard will bring three major benefits to users.
**Lithium batteries will become more durable.**
Previously, buying a lithium battery was somewhat of a gamble regarding whether it would last 3 years or 5 years, as there was no clear standard, and the charge-discharge cycle count of batteries wasn’t accurate either.
After the implementation of the new lithium battery performance standard, the testing standards for charge-discharge cycle counts are clearly defined. This means manufacturers must meet minimum charge-discharge cycle requirements during production. For users, this is undoubtedly a reassurance.
Lithium batteries that meet the new performance standard will see a significant improvement in overall durability. Users no longer need to worry about batteries retiring prematurely. They can use them with confidence, saving both worry and money.
**The overall performance experience of lithium batteries will be comprehensively upgraded.**
As is well known, lead-acid batteries are significantly affected by temperature. Lithium batteries are also affected by temperature. As the temperature drops, the capacity of lithium batteries decreases, and there can even be situations where they cannot be charged at low temperatures.
With the implementation of the new lithium battery performance standard, technical requirements for low-temperature charging capacity and low-temperature cycle life have been specifically added. This means lithium batteries must not only perform well at room temperature but also be durable and reliable in high or low-temperature environments.
This ensures that in the future, whether in cold winters or hot summers, the charging and discharging capacity of the lithium batteries used will be guaranteed. This not only increases riding range but also makes using lithium batteries safer.
**Inferior lithium batteries will exit the market, making users more confident when replacing batteries.**
When replacing lithium batteries, one often notices significant price differences. Batteries with the same nominal capacity can differ in price by tens or even hundreds of RMB. Why is there such a big gap? The reason is the large number of substandard, assembled lithium batteries from small workshops on the market.
These assembled, inferior lithium batteries are often the source of safety hazards. After the implementation of the new lithium battery performance standard, the technical threshold for batteries will be raised. Production methods aimed at cutting corners will be phased out, as they simply won’t be able to meet the new requirements for discharge performance and cycle life.
Once the new lithium battery performance standard is strictly enforced in the future, inferior products will be eliminated. When buying lithium batteries in the future, the market will be filled with products that meet the new national standard—with better performance and more stable quality. Users will no longer have to worry about buying shoddy goods that won’t last.
**Summary**
Starting from September 1st, the new national performance standard for lithium batteries will be officially implemented. This standard clarifies multiple performance criteria for lithium batteries. Only lithium batteries that meet this standard will be allowed for sale. This is undoubtedly good news for the majority of electric bike users. It will not only make lithium batteries more durable and provide a better performance experience but, crucially, it will lead to the elimination of inferior lithium batteries. In the future, replacing lithium batteries will be a much more reliable process.
