
The Leapmotor D19’s EREV variant utilizes an 80.3-kWh battery pack — the largest ever installed in an EREV — delivering up to 500 km of battery range. Read more…
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BYD Yangwang hikes U9 electric supercar price by 7% to $252,630

The Yangwang U9 boasts 1,287 horsepower and can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.36 seconds.
Last month, Yangwang debuted the more powerful U9 Xtreme, limited to 30 units worldwide.
Nio responds to lawsuit filed by Singapore’s GIC, says it’s ‘not a newly occurring incident’

“This matter is not a newly occurring incident, nor is it directed at NIO’s recent operational performance,” Nio said in a response shared with CnEVPost. Read more…
Li Auto sets up overseas headquarters in Hong Kong, plans active local expansion

Li Auto established its overseas headquarters in Hong Kong earlier this year and is now actively planning to further expand its Hong Kong operations.
Li Auto will use Hong Kong as a strategic base to coordinate the globalization of its R&D, intellectual property management, and international supply chain operations.
Li Auto sets up overseas headquarters in Hong Kong, plans active local expansion

Li Auto established its overseas headquarters in Hong Kong earlier this year and is now actively planning to further expand its Hong Kong operations.
Li Auto will use Hong Kong as a strategic base to coordinate the globalization of its R&D, intellectual property management, and international supply chain operations.
BYD plans to build up to 300 fast-charging stations in South Africa by end-2026

BYD currently sells seven models in South Africa, including five pure electric vehicles and two hybrid models.
BYD’s dealership development in South Africa is in its early stages.
Beijing Hyundai begins pre-sales of EO compact SUV, priced from $18,250

The Hyundai EO starts at RMB 130,000 ($18,250) in pre-sales, competing primarily against the BYD Yuan Plus and Geely Galaxy E5.
As Beijing Hyundai’s first pure-electric SUV, the Hyundai EO aims to spearhead the joint venture automaker’s comeback in China.
Nio extends losses to 12% in Hong Kong amid concerns over GIC lawsuit

As of press time, Nio was down 12.21 percent to HK$47.54 per share, poised for its biggest single-day drop since April 7. Read more…
Xpeng exports over 5,000 EVs in Sept

In January-September, Xpeng’s exports reached 29,723 units, marking a 125.2 percent year-on-year increase.
To date, Xpeng has expanded into nearly 50 countries and regions, and last month commenced localized production in Europe.
GWM’s Wey brand launches Gaoshan 7 MPV, starting at $40,100

The 7-seat Gaoshan 7 is the latest addition to the Gaoshan series MPVs, joining the Gaoshan 8 and Gaoshan 9.
The Gaoshan 7 boasts a WLTC battery range of 172 km and a WLTC combined range of 945 km when fully fueled and charged.
Singapore sovereign wealth fund GIC sues Nio over losses from three years ago

The catalyst for GIC’s lawsuit against Nio was a short-selling report released in June 2022, which has since been refuted.
The case was temporarily stayed in a US court earlier this month pending resolution of a prior class action lawsuit.
BYD cars now generate over 100 million km of assisted driving data daily

As of the end of September, cumulative sales of BYD models equipped with assisted driving systems exceeded 1.7 million units.
In September, sales of BYD models featuring driver assistance systems reached 295,606 units.
China NEV retail at 367,000 units in Oct 1-12, down 1% year-on-year

This marks a rare year-on-year decline in China’s NEV retail sales, partly due to the impact of a “golden week” holiday.
In October 1-12, China’s total passenger vehicle retail sales totaled 686,000 units, down 8 percent year-on-year.
China NEV retail at 367,000 units in Oct 1-12, down 1% year-on-year

This marks a rare year-on-year decline in China’s NEV retail sales, partly due to the impact of a “golden week” holiday.
In October 1-12, China’s total passenger vehicle retail sales totaled 686,000 units, down 8 percent year-on-year.
Nio’s LiDAR supplier Seyond gets regulator nod for Hong Kong listing

Seyond plans to go public in Hong Kong through a merger with TechStar, and plans to issue no more than 190,240,000 ordinary shares.
Starting with the ET7, all Nio brand models use LiDAR provided by Seyond.
Nio’s LiDAR supplier Seyond gets regulator nod for Hong Kong listing

Seyond plans to go public in Hong Kong through a merger with TechStar, and plans to issue no more than 190,240,000 ordinary shares.
Starting with the ET7, all Nio brand models use LiDAR provided by Seyond.
Dongfeng makes foray into Tunisia’s auto market

Dongfeng has launched three models in Tunisia: the Shine, Shine Max HEV, and Box. Read more…
BYD Denza to launch N8L six-seat hybrid SUV in late Oct

Denza commenced pre-sales for the N8L on September 26, with a starting price of RMB 319,800 ($44,870).
Measuring 5,200 mm in length, the N8L’s powertrain delivers peak power of up to 560 kWh (751 horsepower).
Nio sub-brand Onvo reaches 100,000th car production milestone

Delivery of Onvo’s 100,000th vehicle is expected to be completed this weekend. Read more…
China Sept EV battery installations: CATL holds 42.81% share, BYD 21.07%

CATL’s market share increased by 0.47 percentage points in September compared to August, while BYD saw a 0.22 percentage point rise.
Smaller players generally experienced declines in September’s share.

