Hyundai Motor Turkey will build a new battery assembly plant at its Izmit site in northwest Turkey to support electric vehicle production.
The move strengthens the company's regional manufacturing footprint and secures the supply chain for its next generation of electric cars. By localizing battery assembly, the automaker reduces reliance on imports and lowers logistics costs for its European and Middle Eastern markets.
This facility is part of a larger investment programme totaling €715 million [3]. The specific investment for the battery plant is €55 million, which is approximately $65 million [1, 2].
The plant is designed to bolster the investment in the upcoming IONIQ 3 electric vehicle. This new model is central to the company's strategy to expand its EV portfolio. Mass production for the IONIQ 3 is expected to begin in August [4].
Hyundai Motor Turkey operates as a subsidiary of the South Korean Hyundai Motor Company. The Izmit site has long served as a primary hub for the company's operations in the region, a role that now expands into the specialized field of battery assembly.
The investment follows a broader industry trend of automotive manufacturers shifting toward vertical integration. By controlling the battery assembly process, Hyundai can better manage quality and production timelines for the IONIQ 3 launch.
“Hyundai Motor Turkey will build a new battery assembly plant at its Izmit site.”
Hyundai's decision to localize battery assembly in Turkey indicates a strategic shift toward regionalizing the EV supply chain. By integrating battery production with vehicle assembly in Izmit, the company mitigates the risks of global shipping disruptions and positions Turkey as a critical export hub for the IONIQ 3 into the European market.
