News, 8 August 2025
General Motors will temporarily import EV batteries from China’s CATL, as the automaker works to produce its own lower-cost lithium-iron-phosphate cells, according to some leading news providers(Reuters, WSJ).
GM currently offers 12 U.S. EV models with domestically made battery packs and plans to begin LFP production stateside by 2027. Facing fierce competition from Chinese manufacturers and higher tariffs on critical components, GM’s rival Ford is also partnering with CATL technology to reduce costs, with its Michigan battery plant slated to start operations in 2026 under revised federal tax-credit rules.
About GM
General Motors (GM) is a leading American automotive manufacturer founded in 1908 and headquartered in Detroit. It produces vehicles under brands like Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC, and is rapidly transitioning to electric vehicles investing heavily in battery technology and aiming for an all-electric future. GM sold over 6.8 million vehicles globally in 2023 and plans to launch 30+ new EV models by 2025.
About CATL
Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL) is a Chinese battery manufacturer founded in 2011 and headquartered in Ningde, Fujian. It’s the world’s largest producer of EV lithium-ion batteries, supplying major automakers globally. CATL leads in both NMC and LFP chemistries and invests heavily in R&D to enhance energy density, lifespan, and sustainability.
