Quick Takeaways
- Changan Auto CATL strategic cooperation marks a significant step toward strengthening China’s electric vehicle battery ecosystem and global competitiveness.
- The partnership focuses on advanced battery technology development and scaled manufacturing to support next-generation electric mobility.
On January 2026, Changan Auto formalized a memorandum of understanding with Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) to comprehensively deepen their long-term strategic cooperation across multiple business and technology domains.
Expanding collaboration across technology, brand, and global markets
Under the agreement, both companies will pursue multi-level cooperation covering brand development, advanced research and development, terminal market promotion, overseas business expansion, and high-quality battery supply assurance. The collaboration also includes joint venture operations aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and long-term competitiveness.
Power battery joint venture project strengthens supply chain
Alongside the memorandum, a power battery manufacturing project under CATL-Changan EV Battery Co., Ltd. was signed. The joint venture reinforces supply chain integration while aligning battery production closely with vehicle platform requirements.
Large-scale battery production site planned in Sichuan-Chongqing region
The project site is located in the Sichuan-Chongqing Gaozhu New Area and spans approximately 666,667 square meters. It is planned as a 25 GWh power battery production facility using CATL’s latest battery manufacturing processes to support high-volume and high-quality output.
Supporting Changan’s EV sub-brands with localized battery supply
Once operational, the facility will supply power batteries to Changan Auto’s electric vehicle sub-brands, including Avatr, Deepal, and Nevo. This localized production strategy is expected to improve supply reliability, cost efficiency, and time-to-market for new EV models.
Phased construction and production timeline outlined
The project follows a clearly defined rollout plan:
At full operation, the annual output value of the facility is estimated to reach approximately CNY 10 billion, reinforcing Changan Auto’s position in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle market.
Expanding collaboration across technology, brand, and global markets
Under the agreement, both companies will pursue multi-level cooperation covering brand development, advanced research and development, terminal market promotion, overseas business expansion, and high-quality battery supply assurance. The collaboration also includes joint venture operations aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and long-term competitiveness.
Power battery joint venture project strengthens supply chain
Alongside the memorandum, a power battery manufacturing project under CATL-Changan EV Battery Co., Ltd. was signed. The joint venture reinforces supply chain integration while aligning battery production closely with vehicle platform requirements.
Large-scale battery production site planned in Sichuan-Chongqing region
The project site is located in the Sichuan-Chongqing Gaozhu New Area and spans approximately 666,667 square meters. It is planned as a 25 GWh power battery production facility using CATL’s latest battery manufacturing processes to support high-volume and high-quality output.
Supporting Changan’s EV sub-brands with localized battery supply
Once operational, the facility will supply power batteries to Changan Auto’s electric vehicle sub-brands, including Avatr, Deepal, and Nevo. This localized production strategy is expected to improve supply reliability, cost efficiency, and time-to-market for new EV models.
Phased construction and production timeline outlined
The project follows a clearly defined rollout plan:
- Groundbreaking is scheduled for the first quarter of 2026
- Commissioning is planned for the second half of 2027
- Full production capacity will be achieved within three years after commissioning
At full operation, the annual output value of the facility is estimated to reach approximately CNY 10 billion, reinforcing Changan Auto’s position in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle market.
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