The YU7 delivered 39,089 units in December, accounting for 77.85% of Xiaomi EV’s monthly deliveries.
Xiaomi EV began accepting pre-orders for the facelifted SU7 earlier this week, with its official launch scheduled for April.
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Nio Dec exports surge 79% from Nov to record 750 units
Nio sold 47,385 vehicles in China’s domestic market in December, ranking 9th in the NEV market.
Nio plans to use Firefly as its pioneer brand for exploring international markets.
BYD adds long-range variants to 2 Seal series hybrid sedans, with battery range up to 210 km
BYD has rolled out long-range versions for the Seal 05 DM-i and Seal 06 DM-i, following similar upgrades to two hybrid sedans in the Qin series.
In 2025, the Seal series sold 518,412 units, contributing 11.26% of BYD Group’s total sales during the same period.
China Dec NEV retail sales hit record high
China’s December passenger NEV retail sales reached a record 1.337 million units, though year-on-year growth slowed to 2.6%.
For the full year 2025, China’s NEV retail sales reached 12.81 million units, representing a year-on-year increase of 17.6%.
Tesla retail sales in China hit record-high of 93,843 units in Dec
This was partly due to Tesla accelerating deliveries in China toward year-end so consumers could take advantage of more favorable tax policies in 2025.
For the full year 2025, Tesla’s retail sales in China totaled 625,698 units, a year-on-year decrease of 4.78%.
Xpeng begins deliveries of updated P7+ as sedan hits 100,000th production milestone
Xpeng saw the 100,000th P7+ roll off the production line on Friday, 14 months after the model’s launch.
Xpeng launched the 2026 P7+ on Thursday, adding EREV options beyond BEV variants.
BYD’s $10,000 Seagull EV to feature LiDAR, filing shows
The Seagull ranks among BYD’s best-selling models, with 44,627 units sold in December.
In addition to the Seagull, the slightly higher-priced Dolphin will also feature LiDAR.
Huawei-backed Luxeed files for V9 MPV, debut slated for spring
The Luxeed V9 marks the first MPV model under the Huawei HIMA umbrella, expected to be launched in the first half of 2026.
The vehicle features a 37 kWh or 53.4 kWh battery pack, delivering a range of up to 223 km.
BYD creates Linghui sub-brand for ride-hailing market
BYD has filed four models under its Linghui sub-brand, all based on existing vehicles and featuring a new brand logo.
BYD currently targets the ride-hailing market with its e-series models.
Leapmotor files for A10 compact electric SUV, launch expected within months
The Leapmotor A10 measures 4,270 mm in length and targets the market segment priced below RMB 100,000 ($14,330).
Some A10 variants will feature LiDAR mounted on the roof.
Leapmotor files for D19 large SUV, set for Apr launch
The D19 will offer both BEV and EREV variants, with the EREV version featuring an 80.3-kWh battery pack delivering up to 500 km of battery range.
The D19 targets the RMB 300,000 ($42,980) market segment.
Zeekr files for 8X hybrid SUV, debut expected in Q1
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).
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.
