The Li i6 will be officially launched on September 26, with an expected price range of about RMB 250,000 ($35,150) to RMB 300,000.
Li Auto aims for stable monthly sales of 9,000 to 10,000 units for the Li i6 by year-end.
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Huawei, GAC launch new brand to target premium EV market
GAC said it will prioritize the new brand — Qijing — allocating its best resources to ensure the brand’s long-term development.
Qijing vehicles will be equipped with Huawei’s most advanced intelligent technology, the company said.
Xpeng delivers 24,702 cars overseas in Jan-Aug, up 137% year-on-year
Overseas markets contributed 9 percent of Xpeng’s deliveries in January-August, as the company aims to increase this proportion to 50 percent over the coming decade.
Xpeng has doubled its overseas retail outlets to 275 locations.
Nio to launch special edition ET9 at Nio Day 2025 besides all-new ES8
The special edition ET9 will be launched before the third-generation ES8, around 7:35 pm Beijing time on Saturday.
The ET9 special edition should be the two-tone ET9 Horizon Edition mentioned by Nio two months ago.
Leapmotor to debut D19 SUV on Oct 16, targeting higher-priced market
A Leapmotor executive previously said the first model in the D series targets a price point of around RMB 300,000 ($42,180).
Leapmotor plans to cover the market segment priced between RMB 60,000 and RMB 300,000 with 13-14 models across its A, B, C, and D series.
Nio Onvo launches updated L60 SUV, deliveries to begin next month
Onvo begins accepting locked-in orders for the updated L60 today, with deliveries expected to commence in mid-to-late October.
The updated L60 retains its starting price of RMB 206,900 ($29,080), featuring optimizations in energy efficiency, cabin, and comfort.
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Li Auto, CATL ink new deal to deepen tie-up on battery safety, supercharging tech
Li Auto and CATL will also collaborate to expand domestic and international operations, jointly advancing battery technology innovation and global deployment.
CATL will provide high-performance, high-safety, and high-quality power battery systems for Li Auto’s entire product lineup.
CPCA estimates China Sept NEV retail to rise to 1.25 million units
In September, China’s passenger NEV retail penetration rate is expected to reach a record high of 58.1 percent.
China’s overall passenger vehicle retail sales for September are projected to be about 2.15 million units, a 2.0 percent year-on-year increase.
Nio Onvo hints at upcoming L60 refresh as SUV marks 1 year on market
Onvo said the L60 will evolve and become better as it marks its one-year anniversary on September 19.
By the end of August, the L60 had accumulated total deliveries of 64,458 units.
Nio Onvo hints at upcoming L60 refresh as SUV marks 1 year on market
Onvo said the L60 will evolve and become better as it marks its one-year anniversary on September 19.
By the end of August, the L60 had accumulated total deliveries of 64,458 units.
China’s cumulative NEV sales have surpassed 40 million units
China has maintained its position as the world’s top producer and seller of NEVs for ten consecutive years.
From 2020 to 2024, China’s NEV sales surged tenfold from about 1.3 million units to nearly 13 million units.
Dreame shares rendering of its debut EV model, reveals some specs
Dreame’s EV unit shared a rendering in its first Weibo post, mentioning some specifications.
Dreame will offer ultra-luxury EVs and mass-market models under two brands, a report said.
Geely Galaxy launches 5.2-meter M9 large SUV, starting at only $24,470
The M9 comes with a discounted starting price of just RMB 173,800 ($24,470), making it one of the most affordable large SUVs in the Chinese market.
Analysts note the M9’s core selling point is its highly competitive pricing, setting a new benchmark in the full-size SUV segment.
BYD Denza launches updated N9 SUV with unchanged starting price and enhanced features
The 2026 N9 retains its starting price of RMB 389,800 ($54,870) while introducing upgrades to the cabin chip, exterior and interior.
The update arrives just six months after the PHEV’s March launch, making it one of the fastest-evolving models under BYD’s umbrella.
Nio completes share offering, raising $1.16 billion
Nio has completed its latest share offering, with underwriters fully exercising their over-allotment option, raising $1.16 billion.
Nio’s shares have risen for four consecutive trading days, a rare occurrence for a company to see its stock surge following a new share issuance.
China NEV retail at 438,000 in Sept 1-14, up 6% year-on-year
China’s total passenger vehicle retail sales from September 1-14 totaled 732,000 units, down 4 percent compared to the same period last year.
China’s NEV retail penetration rate stood at 59.8 percent in the September 1-14 period, and 51.67 percent year-to-date.
AUDI launches E5 Sportback in China starting at $33,180, securing 10,153 orders within 30 minutes
The AUDI E5 Sportback rivals the Nio ET5 Touring in size and boasts a range of up to 773 km.
The E5 Sportback offers single-motor and dual-motor options, and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in as little as 3.4 seconds.
Zeekr to launch 9X luxury hybrid SUV on Sept 29
Zeekr began pre-sales for the Zeekr 9X on August 29, securing 42,667 pre-orders within the first hour.
With a starting pre-sale price of RMB 479,900 ($67,520), the Zeekr 9X ranks among the most expensive models from a Chinese domestic automaker.
Huawei-backed Stelato launches S9T wagon, securing 5,000 orders within 1st hour
The S9T is Stelato’s second model following the S9 sedan, with a starting price of RMB 309,800 ($43,580).
Offering both BEV and EREV options, the S9T is the latest entrant in China’s electric station wagon market.
