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Tesla’s delivery wait times for all models in China reduced to 1-3 weeks
This indicates Giga Shanghai currently has ample production capacity, with the order backlog largely cleared.
Historically, when Tesla’s delivery wait times in China reach shortest point, it is typically followed by new market initiatives.
Nio nears 70,000th delivery of 3rd-gen ES8 as premium SUV momentum continues
Nio surpassed the milestone of 60,000 deliveries for its third-generation ES8 on February 1.
The ES8 contributed over 22,000 deliveries in December 2025 alone, accounting for 64.96% of Nio Inc’s total monthly deliveries that month.
Wuling unveils 5th-gen Mini EV, updating world’s best-selling micro EV
The Hongguang Mini EV family sold 435,598 units in 2025, with cumulative sales surpassing 1.85 million units since its July 2020 launch.
The fifth-generation Hongguang Mini EV unifies the design language for both two-door and four-door variants.
Nio’s battery swap network handles over 2 million services in holiday stress test
Nio’s daily battery swap volume hit new records five consecutive days from February 18 to February 22, peaking at 177,627 swaps.
Nio’s average daily battery swap service during the 2026 Spring Festival holiday increased by 29.4% compared to the same period last year.
Tesla extends 7-year car loans in China again as over 10 EV makers join price war alternative
This marks Tesla’s second extension of its 7-year low-interest financing plan this year, following its unconventional launch of the promotion on January 6.
More than ten automakers, including BYD, Nio, Xpeng, and Geely, have followed suit.
Xpeng to break ground on humanoid robot factory in Q1, with mass delivery targeted in 2026
Xpeng’s humanoid robot production base will span about 110,000 square meters, covering processes from R&D to large-scale manufacturing.
The facility will pave the way for Xpeng to achieve its goal of mass-producing advanced humanoid robots by the end of 2026.
BMW, CATL deepen partnership on data and carbon reduction
BMW and CATL will launch pilot projects for trusted data exchange and carbon footprint accounting under the Battery Passport framework.
The initiative marks the evolution of their strategic partnership, established in 2012, from pure battery procurement to broader institutional coordination.
BYD joins China’s auto market ‘financial war’ with 7-year low-interest financing plan
BYD’s Ocean lineup and Fang Cheng Bao sub-brand have launched a 7-year low-interest financing plan, following similar offers from over a dozen other automakers.
With Chinese regulators discouraging direct price wars, domestic automakers are intensively shifting toward competing for consumers through relaxed financial policies.
Nio faces another chip shortage with ES8, rolls out temporary solution to ensure deliveries
Nio is experiencing a shortage of signal processing chips for the audio system in its ES8 SUV. Vehicles produced next month will utilize a short-term alternative solution.
This marks the second production adjustment for the Nio ES8 since its launch due to chip supply constraints.
SAIC Audi offers substantial discounts on E5 Sportback
SAIC Audi is offering limited-time promotions of up to RMB 30,000 ($4,370) on the AUDI E5 Sportback this month, lowering the model’s starting price to RMB 205,900.
The E5 Sportback discount comes as Germany’s luxury automakers BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi are embroiled in a price war in China.
Xpeng to officially launch 2026 X9 BEV on Mar 2
Xpeng aims to further solidify its position in the premium family mobility segment by upgrading the X9 BEV’s intelligent features and driving range.
The new X9 BEV, boasting a maximum CLTC range of 750 kilometers, commenced pre-sales in late January.
Xpeng to officially launch 2026 X9 BEV on Mar 2
Xpeng aims to further solidify its position in the premium family mobility segment by upgrading the X9 BEV’s intelligent features and driving range.
The new X9 BEV, boasting a maximum CLTC range of 750 kilometers, commenced pre-sales in late January.
BYD’s Jan new car registrations in Europe surge 165%, once again surpassing Tesla
BYD’s new car registrations in Europe reached 18,242 units in January, higher than Tesla’s 8,075 units.
BYD’s market share in Europe surged from 0.7% in January last year to 1.9%, while Tesla’s share declined from 1.0% to 0.8%.
BYD begins large-scale deployment of megawatt flash charging facilities
Analysts said the launch of BYD’s second-generation megawatt flash charging system will be a key driver for sales recovery.
Deutsche Bank forecasts BYD’s sales will rebound in 2026, growing 6% year-on-year to reach 4.9 million units.
Changan expects to validate solid-state batteries in robots and EVs by Q3
Changan said its solid-state battery project is progressing steadily, with plans to validate the technology in robots and vehicles by the third quarter of this year.
Changan aims to advance all-solid-state batteries toward mass production by 2027.
Nio ES9, Onvo L80 both set for official launch in May as Nio intensifies SUV market push
Nio ES9 deliveries are scheduled to begin on June 1, with the Nio team still considering whether to introduce more affordable versions without the SkyRide chassis system.
Onvo will officially announce the L80 pricing and begin the SUV’s deliveries in mid-May.
Xpeng secures VW as first customer for VLA 2.0; targets 1 million overseas EV sales by 2030
Volkswagen’s adoption of Xpeng’s VLA 2.0 as its smart driving solution signifies the partnership’s expansion into AI software capabilities.
Xpeng has set a target of 1 million overseas sales by 2030, with overseas operations expected to contribute over 70% of its profits by that time.
Li Auto joins EU lobbying body, betting on European market expansion
Li Auto has joined the Brussels-based China Chamber of Commerce to the EU (CCCEU) as a full member and become part of its automotive working group.
BYD, Nio, Xpeng, Geely Auto, and CATL are members of the CCCEU.
[Updated] Nio breaks single-day battery swap service record, again
Nio completed 165,898 battery swap services on February 19, setting a new single-day record.
Over the past five days, Nio has seen its battery swap service break its all-time high three times.
