CATL Unveils Bedrock Chassis: A Revolutionary Safety Benchmark for Electric Vehicles. On December 24, CATL introduced the Bedrock Chassis, the world’s first ultra-safe skateboard chassis designed to withstand a 120 km/h frontal impact without catching fire or exploding.
China’s leading battery manufacturer, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL), has introduced a new electric vehicle (EV) chassis that is designed to endure a high-speed frontal collision without the risk of fire or explosion. The innovative chassis has successfully passed a rigorous crash test at 120 km/h (75 mph), a feat that, according to CATL’s chief manufacturing officer, has never been achieved by any new energy vehicle in the industry.
The test, which simulates a frontal pole impact—a severe and high-intensity crash scenario—demonstrated the robustness of the chassis, positioning it as a potential breakthrough in EV safety standards. CATL’s development aims to address growing concerns over the safety of electric vehicles in high-speed collisions, particularly relating to the risk of battery fires or explosions.
The new chassis is part of CATL’s broader push to enhance the safety and durability of electric vehicles. As electric vehicles become more mainstream, manufacturers face increasing pressure to not only improve driving range and performance but also to ensure that these vehicles are as safe as their internal combustion counterparts.
This development could mark a significant step forward in the global push for safer electric vehicles, and CATL’s pioneering technology may inspire other manufacturers to adopt similar approaches in the future.
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