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Mazda Intensifies Its Electrification Plans With New Platform
Mazda is intensifying its electrification plans. The Japanese automaker has unveiled plans to establish a manufacturing plant in Japan dedicated to the production of batteries for its upcoming electric model.
This initiative marks a significant advancement in Mazda’s electrification strategy. The factory aimed to generate battery modules for the company’s first EV constructed on a specific electric vehicle platform.
Situated in Iwakuni, Yamaguchi Prefecture, the facility will source its cylindrical battery modules from Panasonic Energy.
These cylindrical batteries will power the new model, which will leverage Mazda’s inaugural EV architecture. The company has yet to announce a release date, not to mention disclose any technical specifications for the model. CEO Masahiro Moro indicated that the development of the EV architecture is expected to be finalized by 2027.
Mazda promises that this new foundation will result in a car with “advanced design, superior practicality, and extended driving range.”
In addition, Mazda already offers all-electric models, including the MX-30 crossover, which was first launched in 2019. Built on a modified version of the SkyActiv platform—originally designed for models with internal combustion engines—the MX-30 represents Mazda’s initial foray into electrification.
Lastly, Mazda also recently launched the EZ-6 in China, which is available undoubtedly in both all-electric and range-extended versions. The midsize sedan is based on the Changan. The same platform-sharing approach is expected for the production version of the Mazda Arata EV concept, which is expected in 2025.
