Will GOTION be supplying EV batteries to locally manufacturer electric cars
Gotion High-tech is a leading Chinese energy solutions company and battery manufacturer, specialising in the R&D and production of lithium-ion power batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems.
Founded in 2006, it is partly owned (24.77%) by the Volkswagen Group and is one of the world’s top battery makers, often ranking among the top ten globally.
Ranked 5th globally in 2025 with a 4.5% market share, it is accelerating the commercialisation of 300-360 Wh/kg cells and partnering with BASF for next-gen solid-state technology.
Gotion Battery Development
Solid-State Batteries: Gotion has a 0.2 GWh pilot line for its “Gemstone” solid-state battery (300 Wh/kg) and is developing a 2 GWh line, targeting mass production by 2030.
Partnership with BASF: The collaboration focuses on advanced material development for solid-state batteries and supply chain strengthening.
Global Expansion: Projects include a 2 Billion battery plant in Illinois (USA) and a 95-hectare gigafactory in Šurany, Slovakia (2026 production target).
Technological Focus: The company has produced 302 Wh/kg ternary cells and is advancing 10-minute fast-charging LMFP batteries.
Gotion’s Malaysia Factory & Investment:
Located in Johor, Malaysia, they have plans involving partnerships to develop the facility, including potential links to the Gerbang Nusajaya Renewable Energy Industrial Park.
The plant will focus on battery pack manufacturing and module integration, serving as a lead OEM and technology provider.
The investment is part of Gotion’s strategy to strengthen its Southeast Asian manufacturing network, complementing existing facilities in Indonesia and Thailand.
Beyond manufacturing, Gotion has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ITRAMAS Corporation and UEM Sunrise to develop a research and development (R&D) centre in Johor.
The project involves collaboration with local entities such as TusStar Malaysia and DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia to foster local talent.
Gotion joins other major battery players like Samsung SDI in Seremban and Zhuhai CosMX in Kedah, strengthening the country’s EV supply chain.
