Times BAIC: Powering the Future of EVs with Xiaomi's Innovation
Times BAIC (formerly Beijing Times Power Battery Co., Ltd.) is a joint venture focused on revolutionizing the electric vehicle (EV) battery landscape. This venture brings together industry leaders CATL, BAIC Hailanxin, Xiaomi, and Beijing Jingneng.
The company's scope includes technical consulting, technology development, battery sales, and import/export services. Xiaomi's involvement signals its ambition to integrate its smart ecosystem, including HyperOS, into the automotive sector. For more on Xiaomi's ecosystem expansion, see Xiaomi Invests in Fitness App.
The Lighthouse Factory: A Zero-Carbon Vision
The Beijing CATL Battery Base, a key project of Times BAIC, is designed as a “lighthouse factory” emphasizing high automation, flexible production, and zero-carbon technology. This plant will supply batteries to automakers in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, including BAIC and Xiaomi Automobile. This aligns with Xiaomi's focus on sustainability and innovation, as seen with HyperOS integration in vehicles. Learn more about HyperOS: Xiaomi HyperOS 2.0.
Xiaomi's Strategic Role
While Xiaomi holds a 5% stake in Times BAIC, this partnership signifies its commitment to expanding beyond smart devices into the EV market. The collaboration allows Xiaomi to integrate its HyperOS philosophy into automotive technology, creating intelligent battery solutions for its upcoming EVs. This move strengthens Xiaomi's position in the EV market, promoting smarter and more energy-efficient driving. For insights into Redmi's advancements, see Redmi Book 14 2025.