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Zeekr launches updated 001 with enhanced powertrain, ultra-fast charging
The updated Zeekr 001 delivers up to 912 horsepower, achieving 0-100 km/h acceleration in 2.83 seconds.
It supports charging rates up to 12C, enabling a charge from 10 percent to 80 percent in just 7 minutes.
China NEV retail up 16% year-on-year to 1.31 million in Sept, preliminary CPCA data show
China’s NEV retail penetration rate stood at 58.5 percent in September and 52.2 percent year-to-date.
In September, China’s total passenger vehicle retail sales reached 2.239 million units, up 6 percent year-on-year.
Nio Firefly launches new special edition model, limited to 666 units
The Night Creature Special Edition Firefly EV starts at RMB 136,800 ($19,170), with deliveries set to begin on October 23.
The new special edition variant features exclusive paintwork, decals, wheels, a g-force handling package, and an exclusive illuminated NFC card.
Geely begins assembling Starray EM-i hybrid SUV in Indonesia
The Geely Galaxy E5 and Geely Xingyuan will also be produced at Geely’s factory in Puwakarta, Indonesia.
The Starray EM-i is the Starship 7 EM-i in China’s domestic market, with a starting price of RMB 97,800 ($13,710).
Arcfox teases first extended-range EV as BAIC unit joins EREV race
Arcfox will debut the EREV variant of its Alpha T5 SUV later this month, featuring CATL’s Freevoy Battery.
The Alpha T5 EREV offers a battery range of 215 km and a combined range of 1,215 km when fully fueled and charged.
BYD launches 2026 Seal 05 DM-i hybrid sedan, starting at $11,180
The 2026 Seal 05 DM-i has a battery range of 128 km, longer than its predecessor’s 55-120 km.
The Seal family sold 51,359 units in September, ranking as BYD’s third-highest selling model lineup.
Xiaomi EV delivers record 41,948 cars in Sept
This marks the third consecutive month of record monthly deliveries for Xiaomi EV, bringing year-to-date deliveries to 266,722 units.
In the third quarter, Xiaomi EV delivered 108,796 vehicles, representing a 173.43 percent year-on-year increase.
BYD to discontinue Song Plus amid product lineup change as SUV nears 1.6 million sales
The Song Plus, the only model in BYD’s Ocean series named after a Chinese dynasty, is being replaced by the Sealion 06.
Sales of the Song family models have declined sequentially for six consecutive months since April.
China EV registrations for week ending Oct 5: Nio Inc 6,400, Tesla 5,020, Xiaomi 7,360
Major EV makers saw a significant drop in insurance registrations in China last week, primarily due to the impact of the Golden Week holiday.
The Nio main brand recorded 2,120 insurance registrations last week, Onvo registered 3,320 units, and Firefly registered 960 units.
Geely launches updated Xingyuan as compact EV surpasses 400,000 sales 1 year on market
The 2026 Geely Xingyuan starts at RMB 65,800 ($9,240) with limited-time offers, primarily competing against BYD’s Seagull and Dolphin.
The Xingyuan has become one of China’s best-selling models, with over 400,000 units sold in the past year.
CPCA estimates China Sept NEV wholesale to rise 22% to 1.5 million
From January to September, China’s NEV wholesale sales are estimated at 10.45 million units, up 32 percent year-on-year.
Among major automakers’ NEV wholesale sales, BYD recorded 393,060 units, while Geely reached 165,201 units.
CATL closes $280 million first external funding round for skateboard chassis unit, report says
Following the funding, CAIT-SH is valued at over RMB 10 billion, becoming the first unicorn in the skateboard chassis sector.
Funds from this round will primarily support mass production of CATL’s Bedrock Chassis models and R&D for next-generation technology.
Tesla China sells 90,812 cars in Sept, back to growth after 2 consecutive declines
Tesla China’s September sales, including exports, rose 2.82 percent year-on-year, partly boosted by the start of deliveries for the six-seat Model Y L.
From January to September, Tesla China’s sales totaled 606,364 units, down 10.27 percent year-on-year.
Tesla China sells 90,812 cars in Sept, back to growth after 2 consecutive declines
Tesla China’s September sales, including exports, rose 2.82 percent year-on-year, partly boosted by the start of deliveries for the six-seat Model Y L.
From January to September, Tesla China’s sales totaled 606,364 units, down 10.27 percent year-on-year.
Nio’s battery swap network hits record single-day service volume during ‘golden week’ travel peak
On October 1, Nio’s single-day battery swap service reached 145,955, setting a new record high.
During the 8-day holiday, Nio provided 1,097,985 battery swap services, with the daily average service volume increasing by 37 percent year-on-year.
VW Anhui files for ID.UNYX 07 electric sedan
The ID.UNYX 07 is slightly larger than the Tesla Model 3 and uses a single motor delivering 228 horsepower.
Volkswagen Anhui currently offers only the ID.UNYX 06 model, with a starting price of RMB 145,900 ($20,470).
Nio signs dealer in Armenia to explore new market in flexible way
Nio has signed a dealer in Armenia, differing from its practice of appointing distributors in multiple other overseas markets.
N-Motors is authorized to sell Nio and Onvo brand products in Armenia for a specified period.
Xpeng replaces head of smart driving as focus shifts toward AI
Liu Xianming, with expertise in AI, replaced Li Liyun as head of Xpeng’s autonomous driving center.
Xpeng will announce major breakthroughs in physical AI at this year’s AI tech day event.
CATL partners with Maersk to expedite global expansion
Maersk will become CATL’s preferred global logistics partner, providing integrated services including ocean freight, air freight, project logistics, and warehousing.
The collaboration aims to enhance CATL’s supply chain operations and support its international growth objectives.
