Dragonfly Energy (NASDAQ: DFLIW) gains U.S. patent for Wakespeed charge control

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Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp. reported that it has secured U.S. Patent No. 12,403,782 for its Wakespeed® Charge Control technology. This patent covers how power is transferred from a towing vehicle to a trailer to charge onboard batteries. The new protection expands the company’s intellectual property portfolio and supports its positioning in advanced power systems targeting applications that rely on vehicle-to-trailer power management.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 4, 2025

DRAGONFLY ENERGY HOLDINGS CORP.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Nevada		001-40730		85-1873463
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

12915 Old Virginia Road Reno, Nevada		89521
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (775) 622-3448

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share		DFLI		The Nasdaq Capital Market
Redeemable warrants, exercisable for common stock		DFLIW		The Nasdaq Capital Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (17 CFR §230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR §240.12b-2).

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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 8.01 Other Events.

On September 4, 2025, Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp. (the “Company”) announced it has secured U.S. Patent No. 12,403,782 for its Wakespeed® Charge Control technology. The newly issued patent addresses the transfer of power from a towing vehicle to a trailer for the purpose of charging onboard batteries — an innovation that expands the Company’s intellectual property portfolio and bolsters its position in advanced power systems.

Signature

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized

	DRAGONFLY ENERGY HOLDINGS CORP.
Dated: September 4, 2025
	By:	/s/ Denis Phares
	Name:	Denis Phares
	Title:	Chief Executive Officer, Interim Chief Financial Officer and President

FAQ

What did Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp. (DFLIW) disclose in this 8-K?

The company disclosed that it has secured U.S. Patent No. 12,403,782 covering its Wakespeed® Charge Control technology for transferring power from a towing vehicle to a trailer to charge onboard batteries.

What technology is covered by Dragonfly Energy’s new patent?

The patent covers the company’s Wakespeed® Charge Control technology, which addresses the transfer of power from a towing vehicle to a trailer for charging onboard batteries.

How does this new patent affect Dragonfly Energy’s intellectual property portfolio?

The company states that the newly issued patent expands its intellectual property portfolio and bolsters its position in advanced power systems.

When was the patent-related event announced by Dragonfly Energy?

Dragonfly Energy announced the securing of U.S. Patent No. 12,403,782 on September 4, 2025.

Who signed the report for Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp.?

The report was signed by Denis Phares, who is identified as Chief Executive Officer, Interim Chief Financial Officer and President.

What stock exchange lists Dragonfly Energy’s common stock and warrants?

The company’s common stock trades on The Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol DFLI, and its redeemable warrants trade under the symbol DFLIW.