The 5.1-meter-long Zeekr 8X will be the Zeekr brand’s second premium hybrid model following the 9X SUV.
The Zeekr 8X is expected to debut in the first quarter, targeting the high-end market with a price point around RMB 400,000 ($57,290).
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Xiaomi files updated SU7 sedan, launch expected in Apr
The updated SU7 comes in single-motor and dual-motor variants, with the single-motor version delivering a peak power output of 235 kW (315 horsepower).
It utilizes LFP and ternary lithium batteries, with suppliers including CATL and BYD.
Onvo L90 to feature LiDAR and two-tone body color, filing reveals
Neither of Onvo’s currently available models includes LiDAR, unlike the Nio main brand which offers the sensor as standard.
The SUV’s rear badge reads either L90 or L80, suggesting the L80 may also feature LiDAR and offer a two-tone body color option.
Nio files for ES9 large electric SUV, launch set for Q2
The ES9 will be launched in the second quarter and feature new technologies shared with the ET9, William Li said Tuesday.
The ES9 measures 5,365 mm in length, larger than the ES8.
BYD upgrades 2 hybrid models in Qin series, offering up to 210 km battery range
Both the 2026 Qin Plus DM-i and Qin L DM-i feature up to 210 km CLTC battery range, partly to meet China’s latest NEV tax reduction requirements.
The Qin series is currently BYD’s best-selling model by monthly sales, with 60,667 units sold in December.
Xpeng updates 4 models, betting on EREV segment and smart driving capabilities
Xpeng added EREV options for 2 models and introduced paid smart driving upgrades for all 4 models, a strategy poised to extend to more products.
The launch of the updated P7+, G6, G9, and G7 EREV initiates Xpeng’s 2026 product cycle.
Xpeng to begin public road tests of robotaxis powered by VLA 2.0 software
Xpeng’s robotaxis equipped with VLA 2.0 software have passed closed-venue testing and are set to begin public road tests.
Xpeng plans to launch three robotaxi models in 2026.
Firefly debuts in Singapore as Nio’s 1st right-hand drive model enters global market
Singaporean customers can now reserve the Firefly EV through Wearnes, with the first local Firefly showroom opening in late January.
Nio aims to expand its international footprint to 40 countries and regions by year-end.
Tesla Shanghai plant rolls out 5 millionth locally produced electric drive system
Tesla said its in-house developed three-in-one integrated electric drive system offers higher energy conversion efficiency, a more compact structure, and lighter weight.
On July 31, 2024, Tesla’s 10 millionth electric drive system globally rolled off the production line at its Shanghai factory.
Nio to expand into Australian and New Zealand markets later this year
Firefly EV is expected to be introduced to more right-hand drive markets following Singapore launch.
Nio Inc aims to expand its international footprint to 40 countries and regions cumulatively by year-end.
Geely Galaxy begins pre-sales for V900 extended-range MPV, starting at $45,730
The Geely Galaxy V900 boasts a battery range of up to 260 km, with a total range of 1,220 km when fully fueled and charged.
It will compete against MPVs including the BYD Denza D9.
Geely Galaxy begins pre-sales for V900 extended-range MPV, starting at $45,730
The Geely Galaxy V900 boasts a battery range of up to 260 km, with a total range of 1,220 km when fully fueled and charged.
It will compete against MPVs including the BYD Denza D9.
Huawei-backed Shangjie previews Z7 sedan in contest with Xiaomi
Shangjie shared the first image of its Z7 sedan, hinting it will compete with Xiaomi’s revamped SU7.
This comes as Xiaomi begins pre-sales for the updated SU7.
Huawei-backed Shangjie previews Z7 sedan in contest with Xiaomi
Shangjie shared the first image of its Z7 sedan, hinting it will compete with Xiaomi’s revamped SU7.
This comes as Xiaomi begins pre-sales for the updated SU7.
China NEV retail sales rise 7% to 1.387 million units in Dec, preliminary CPCA data shows
NEV retail penetration in China reached 60.4% in December, surpassing the 60% mark for the first time.
In December, China’s total passenger vehicle retail sales amounted to 2.296 million units, down 13% year-on-year.
Hesai selected as Nvidia’s LiDAR partner; plans to double production capacity to 4 million units in 2026
Hesai will support Nvidia’s Drive Hyperion 10 in achieving L4 fleet deployment.
Hesai’s new factory in Bangkok, Thailand, is expected to commence production in early 2027.
Global EV battery market share in Jan-Nov 2025: CATL 38.2%, BYD 16.7%
CATL and BYD collectively installed 575.2 GWh of EV batteries from January to November 2025, accounting for 54.9% of the global total.
South Korea’s LG Energy Solution maintained its third-place position with a 9.3% market share.
Nio launches new limited-edition ET9 to mark its 1 million car production milestone
The ET9 limited edition starts at RMB 818,000 ($117,070) with only 9 units available.
Nio saw its 1-millionth vehicle roll off the production line yesterday at its F2 factory in Hefei, Anhui.
BYD to add long-range variants to 4 affordable hybrid models
BYD will roll out longer range versions for the Qin Plus DM-i, Qin L DM-i, Seal 05 DM-i, and Seal 06 DM-i, with battery ranges exceeding 210 km.
This doubles the battery range of comparable PHEV models, enabling a week’s worth of usage on a single charge.
Xpeng to also launch updated G6 and G9 on Jan 8, besides updated P7+ and G7 EREV
Xpeng hinted the updated G6 and G9 SUVs will adopt its in-house developed Turing AI chip.
The last update for the G6 and G9 occurred in March 2025, when prices were significantly reduced.
