CATL and Changan Mazda have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in Shanghai to jointly develop new energy vehicles (NEVs) leveraging CATL's CIIC (Integrated Intelligent Chassis)—commonly known as the skateboard chassis—and Changan Mazda's vehicle manufacturing capabilities, according to a press release CATL issued via its WeChat account on May 13. 

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According to CATL, the collaboration will inject strong momentum into Changan Mazda's electrification strategy while offering the industry a model for transformation through "technology integration and efficient development."

The two companies plan to deepen cooperation in the skateboard chassis segment by combining their respective strengths. CATL's platform features a decoupled upper and lower body design, modular subsystems, standardized interfaces, and a hardware-software decoupling architecture. These characteristics allow for rapid adaptation across multiple vehicle models, significantly shortening development cycles and enabling both parties to respond more flexibly to evolving market demands.

Looking ahead, CATL and Changan Mazda will continue to explore the application of cutting-edge NEV technologies, aiming to deliver high-quality, safe NEVs and drive forward the industry's transition to electrification.