Suzuki Motor Corporation has secured strategic partnerships with Tata Gotion, TDS Lithium-ion Battery Gujarat (TDSG), FinDreams Battery, and ELIIY Power to ensure a steady and sustainable supply of batteries for its electric vehicle (EV) business. These collaborations will help Suzuki strengthen its supply chain, diversify battery sourcing, and support its electrification strategy across various vehicle types.
Tata Gotion will supply batteries for Suzuki’s electric motorcycles, while TDSG will provide lithium-ion batteries for hybrid vehicles. FinDreams Battery will supply the batteries for Suzuki’s battery electric vehicles (BEVs), ensuring a continuous supply for the company’s growing EV production. In addition, Suzuki is partnering with ELIIY Power to establish a battery research and development center at its Kawasaki Plant. This center will focus on advancing in-house battery production and developing locally made solutions.
Suzuki aims to source high-quality, high-performance batteries in partnership with these companies. The automaker plans to increase demand by developing batteries for in-house production. The company is also committed to using energy-efficient technology, reducing battery waste, and optimizing regional production capabilities. These efforts are part of Suzuki’s broader strategy to electrify its vehicle lineup while improving sustainability. The company is particularly focused on increasing localization in India, where the electric vehicle market is growing rapidly.
India is expected to play a pivotal role in Suzuki’s EV strategy, positioning the country as a global hub for electric car production and export. Suzuki plans to raise its annual production capacity to four million units, with India acting as the export center for hybrid vehicles. The company recently introduced its first electric car, the e-Vitara, which will be exported to Europe before being made available in India. Suzuki also launched an electric version of its Access scooter for the Indian market.
By 2030, Suzuki aims to launch a range of four BEVs in India’s passenger vehicle market, targeting an annual production of 381,000 electric cars by the decade’s end. BEVs are expected to account for 15% of Maruti Suzuki’s powertrain mix by 2030, with CNG, internal combustion engine (ICE), and hybrid vehicles making up 35% and 25%, respectively.
Suzuki’s focus on local production is designed to boost domestic demand while strengthening India’s role as a key supplier for global markets. The company is expanding its production capacity with new facilities in Kharkhoda and Gujarat, further enhancing India’s importance in Suzuki’s global electrification strategy.
Through these partnerships and investments, Suzuki is positioning itself for a successful transition to electric mobility, both in India and around the world. The company is also working on developing high-safety, durable batteries for mobility and stationary storage applications. Additionally, Suzuki is exploring the possibility of building its own battery manufacturing facilities to stay competitive in the rapidly expanding EV market.
