# Dongfeng and CATL strengthen their partnership in electric batteries

> On October 31, 2026, Dongfeng Motor and CATL signed a group strategic agreement covering the entire electric vehicle supply chain. On November 1, Xiaomi Auto took a 1.7 billion yuan stake in Sunwoda Power, while Dongfeng and CATL concluded a new five-year partnership. On November 2, Dongfeng and CATL entered negotiations for the automaker to get first access to the third generation of Shenxing battery.

**In brief**: Ongoing story bringing together 3 events involving CATL, Dongfeng, Dongfeng Motor and 4 more, in Chine, followed from 31 October 2026 to 3 November 2026. 36 articles from 5 sources (electric and batteries); last updated on 3 November 2026 at 16:00.

- Status: ongoing
- Scope: National (China)
- Category: Electric and batteries
- Countries: Chine
- Brands: CATL, Dongfeng, Dongfeng Motor, Li Auto, Sunwoda, Voyah, Xiaomi Auto
- First detected: 31 October 2026 at 14:02
- Updated: 3 November 2026 at 16:00
- Web page: https://mecapress.com/stories/150-dongfeng-and-catl-strengthen-their-partnership-in-electric-batteries

## Background

_Context and reference points, separate from the story’s news; every item links to its source._

**Key terms**

- **LFP battery**: Lithium-ion battery whose cathode is made of lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4). They are widely used in China for electric vehicles because of their lower cost, despite their lower energy density. ([Wikipédia](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Accumulateur_lithium-fer-phosphate))
- **Supply chain**: All processes and information associated with sourcing, holding, circulation and making products available from their design to the end customer, under conditions and throughout the product life cycle. ([Wikipédia](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gestion_de_la_cha%C3%AEne_logistique))

## Sources by country and language

- China: 35 articles, 25 outlets
- Spain: 1 articles, 1 outlets

**Languages**: Chinese (33), English (2), Spanish (1)

## Timeline (3 events)

### 31 October 2026 — [Dongfeng and CATL sign a group-level strategic agreement](https://mecapress.com/events/190-dongfeng-and-catl-sign-a-group-level-strategic-agreement.md)

Dongfeng Motor and battery maker CATL conclude a strategic partnership at group level, covering the entire electric vehicle supply chain.

1 sources, 5 articles · Wuhan — Chine

### 1 November 2026 — [Xiaomi invests 1.7 billion yuan in Sunwoda; Dongfeng and CATL extend cooperation](https://mecapress.com/events/1307-xiaomi-invests-1-7-billion-yuan-in-sunwoda-dongfeng-and-catl-extend-cooperation.md)

Xiaomi Auto takes a stake worth 1.7 billion yuan in Sunwoda Power, while Dongfeng and CATL seal a new five-year partnership.

2 sources, 3 articles · Chine

### 2 November 2026 — [Dongfeng and CATL negotiate the first use of the third-generation Shenxing battery](https://mecapress.com/events/2285-dongfeng-and-catl-negotiate-the-first-use-of-the-third-generation-shenxing.md)

Dongfeng and CATL are discussing arrangements for the manufacturer to secure exclusive rights to the third generation of the Shenxing battery.

4 sources, 28 articles · Chine

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