China’s NEV retail penetration rate was 52.59 percent in August 1-11, and 36.29 percent year-to-date. Read more…
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Audi reportedly to equip China models with Huawei smart driving solution
The next-generation A5 will be the first Audi model to feature Huawei’s smart driving solution, which is expected to be unveiled at the Guangzhou auto show in November, according to local media. Read more…
Chinese startup WeRide gets nod to test robotaxis with passengers in California
WeRide has 12 active vehicles and will operate in San Jose and nearby areas. Read more…
Xpeng to launch Mona M03 on Aug 27
Xpeng will launch the first model of its Mona lineup, the M03, on August 27, after already starting to take pre-orders earlier this month. Read more…
Zeekr launches updated 001 and 007 with faster charging and enhanced driver assist capabilities
The 2025 Zeekr 007 has variants with Zeekr’s next-generation battery packs that can charge from 10 percent to 80 percent in 10.5 minutes, which Zeekr said is the fastest charging speed yet. Read more…
Mercedes partners with ByteDance’s Volcano Engine to bring AI capabilities to cockpit
Mercedes-Benz and Volcano Engine have signed a memorandum of strategic cooperation to collaborate in areas including large models, generative AI and big data. Read more…
BYD Yangwang U9 achieves top speed of 375.12 km/h in track test
The Yangwang U9 achieved a top speed of 375.12 km/h in a track test, exceeding the 300 km/h mentioned on the model’s regulatory filing page. Read more…
China EV insurance registrations for week ending Aug 11: Nio 3,300, Tesla 15,500, Xiaomi 3,500, BYD 75,800
Li Auto had 11,100 insurance registrations last week, Zeekr 3,400, Leapmotor 5,400 and Aito 3,900. Read more…
GM reportedly cuts jobs in China as sales decline
In the January-July period of this year, SAIC-GM sold 240,579 vehicles, down 55.14 percent from a year earlier. Read more…
Tesla Model Y ranks No. 1 in BEV wholesale in China in Jan-Jul
The Model Y ranked first among BEV models in China with wholesale sales of 298,384 units in January-July 2024, with the BYD Seagull coming in second with 227,2934 units. Read more…
Neta starts pre-sales of Neta S shooting brake with starting price of $24,520
Neta is offering three EREV variants of the Neta S shooting brake with a CLTC battery range of 300 kilometers in pre-sales. Its BEV variants will be available at a later date. Read more…
Zeekr to start building showrooms in Japan in Q4 for local market entry in 2025
Zeekr will begin building showrooms in Japan in the fourth quarter of this year and plans to start selling and delivering vehicles there in 2025. Read more…
Avatr to unveil limited-edition model Avatr 012 on Aug 20
The Avatr 012 is expected to be based on the Avatr 12 electric sedan to target fashion-conscious potential customers. Read more…
Xpeng’s AI robot can complete reservation for Mona M03, video shows
A video shared by Xpeng’s CEO shows that the company’s AI robot can complete the entire process of booking the Mona M03, except for payment. Read more…
Zeekr to launch new models on Aug 13, refreshed 001 and 007 expected
A Zeekr poster hints that the Zeekr 001 shooting brake and the Zeekr 007 sedan will get the 2025 model year updates, both just about half a year after the launch of their predecessors. Read more…
BYD launches Sealion 6 DM-i hybrid SUV in Thailand
Previously BYD’s available models in Thailand were three BEVs — Dolphin, Sealion and Atto 3. Read more…
CATL opens 1st experience center to showcase EV models powered by its batteries
CATL’s first experience center opened today, bringing together nearly 100 models from about 50 automotive brands it ramps up its engagement with consumers. Read more…
Automakers’ share of China NEV market in Jul: BYD tops with 35.5%, Tesla 4th with 5.3%
In the January-July period, BYD was No. 1 in the NEV market by retail with a 34.1 percent share, while Tesla was No. 3 with a 6.5 percent share. Read more…
Xpeng sees 1st production cars of Mona M03 roll off line
The first production vehicles for the Xpeng Mona M03 have rolled off the production line, with the official launch expected in late August. Read more…
China EV battery installations in Jul: CATL’s share 47.3%, BYD 22.83%
CATL’s share increased by 2.24 percentage points in July compared to June, while BYD decreased by 2.49 percentage points. Read more…
