CATL's intelligent chassis subsidiary has secured its first overseas passenger vehicle project, a strategic partnership with Turkish EV maker Togg to co-develop three B-segment models.
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CATL to supply Togg with 3 EV chassis in first overseas deal
Chinese battery giant Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL) will supply its integrated "Bedrock" chassis to Turkish electric-vehicle maker Togg for three new models, marking the first time the Chinese company's skateboard platform will be used in a passenger car overseas. The deal deepens CATL's push beyond batteries into core vehicle architecture.
"This collaboration represents another important milestone in the global expansion of the CATL Bedrock Chassis following its mass production rollout in the Chinese market," Robin Zeng, Chairman and CEO of CATL, said in a statement. He added that the partnership will serve as a benchmark project and accelerate the transition to low-carbon mobility in emerging new energy markets.
Under the agreement, CATL's subsidiary Contemporary Amperex Intelligent Technology (CAIT) will co-develop the chassis platform for three of Togg's B-segment vehicles. The first model developed under the partnership is scheduled to enter mass production in 2027 and will be aimed at the Turkish and European markets.
The deal signifies a major strategic evolution for CATL, the world's largest EV battery manufacturer, as it moves to become a foundational platform supplier for global automakers. For Togg, the partnership provides access to a sophisticated, integrated architecture, potentially reducing development costs and time-to-market for its next generation of vehicles.
Bedrock Chassis: More Than a Battery
The so-called "skateboard" chassis is an integrated platform built around a "battery-centric" architecture. The Bedrock chassis, which first achieved mass production in China in 2024, combines the battery, electric drive system, thermal management, and a chassis domain controller into a single unit. This allows the chassis to manage both vehicle energy and motion control, functioning as the core structural and operational foundation of the vehicle. By offering a complete chassis, CATL aims to simplify the design and manufacturing process for automakers.
A "1+1+1" Model for Global Expansion
This partnership is the first application of CATL's "1+1+1" localisation model for global deployment. The strategy combines a single chassis technology platform with a unified industrial supply chain and the localized operation of a domestic automotive brand. The collaboration with Togg will apply this approach in Türkiye, enabling the development of vehicles tailored to regional consumer preferences while helping to strengthen the local EV ecosystem. CAIT has stated it is pursuing similar cooperation deals in Europe and Southeast Asia.
The partnership solidifies CATL's dominant position in the electric vehicle supply chain, elevating its role from a component supplier to a core technology partner for car manufacturers. For Togg, it secures a direct line to advanced EV architecture, accelerating its ability to compete in the increasingly crowded European market. This deal will be closely watched as a potential template for how emerging automakers can leverage Chinese technology to fast-track their product development.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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