IDTechEx forecast the Li-ion market to grow to over US$430 billion by 2033, driven by demand for electric vehicles. Electric vehicles remain the key driver behind the Li-ion market and electric cars will be the largest market for Li-ion batteries over the next 10 years. Despite the ongoing effects of COVID-19, chip shortages and other supply chain issues, electric car unit sales reached 6.4 million 2021, driven by strong emissions targets and regulations.