Turkey's national electric vehicle maker, Togg, has entered a landmark strategic partnership with CAIT. CAIT is a subsidiary of CATL, the world's largest battery manufacturer. The collaboration aims to develop a shared platform for a new family of B-segment electric cars. Had Togg chosen to build its platform independently, the costs would have been significantly higher. This deal represents a major milestone for the Turkish automotive industry.
Under the agreement, CAIT will provide its Bedrock Chassis, a highly integrated smart platform. This chassis combines the battery, electric powertrain, thermal management, and chassis control into one unit. Togg, meanwhile, will lead the development of user experience, product requirements, and digital architecture. The partnership is expected to produce three new vehicle models by mid-2027. These models will be gradually introduced to consumers in Turkey first.
Togg's chairman, Fuat Tosyalı, emphasized that this agreement goes beyond a traditional supplier relationship. He stated that Togg would actively contribute to the entire engineering and development process. By participating in development rather than purchasing a ready-made solution, Togg strengthens its domestic ecosystem. Robin Zeng, CATL's chairman, called the deal a major milestone for global expansion. The Bedrock Chassis had already entered mass production in China in 2024.
This partnership illustrates a sophisticated business model that merges global technology with local expertise. For Togg, the collaboration reduces development risk while preserving its role in product differentiation. For CATL, Turkey offers a strategic gateway into European and Middle Eastern markets. If the venture proves successful, it could serve as a reference project worldwide. The electric vehicle sector continues to reward companies that form bold, cross-border alliances.