Xpeng Aeroht has signed pre-order contracts with two companies for 150 modular flying cars worth nearly RMB 300 million ($42.8 million). Read more…
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BYD launches Yuan Up in Costa Rica
BYD has launched the Yuan Up in Costa Rica, a compact SUV known locally as the BYD S1 Pro. Read more…
BYD chief scientist expects solid-state batteries to be widely used in 5 years’ time
BYD’s chief scientist expects solid-state batteries to be widely used in 5 years, starting with high-end models, the first time a BYD executive has spoken publicly on the topic in the last few years. Read more…
Dongfeng Honda launches Lingxi L, 1st EV model from sub-brand Lingxi, as JV brands struggle in China
Dongfeng Honda has launched the Lingxi L to target a younger demographic, with a starting price of RMB 129,800 ($18,500). Read more…
IM Motors launches updated LS6 SUV with starting price of $34,220
The updated LS6 — a Tesla Model Y competitor — received more than 6,000 orders in its first 12 hours on the market. Read more…
BYD starts taking pre-orders for Xia MPV
BYD gave the Xia its debut a month ago, saying at the time that the MPV would be priced in the RMB 300,000 yuan ($42,780) range. Read more…
Tesla further extends 5-year 0-interest loan incentive in China to Oct 31
Tesla has further extended its 5-year 0-interest loan in China to October 31, making this car-buying incentive, which began in April, essentially the norm. Read more…
Avatr launches 07 SUV, its 1st to offer BEV and hybrid options
The Avatr 07 is Avatr’s third model and its first to offer EREV options, as hybrids are seen as a panacea to boost sales. Read more…
Xpeng adds new 4-wheel-drive variant to G9 SUV
Xpeng has added a new variant of the G9 to cater to consumers who value power over smart driving capabilities. Read more…
SAIC-GM, CATL jointly launch EV battery with fastest charging to date
SAIC-GM and CATL have jointly launched an LFP battery that supports a 6C charging multiplier and can get more than 200 km of range on a 5-minute charge. Read more…
China Sept EV sales preview: Deutsche Bank expects Nio at 21,000, Tesla 64,000, BYD 370,000
New order flow for Nio’s main brand is estimated at around 20,000 units in September, flat from August, but new brand Onvo has received more than 30,000 non-cancelable orders, according to Deutsche Bank. Read more…
Chinese startup WeRide to offer robotaxis on Uber, starting in UAE
Uber will start offering WeRide’s robotaxis first in Abu Dhabi by the end of this year. The partnership does not involve the US and Chinese markets. Read more…
Zeekr launches 009 MPV in Thailand, deliveries to start in Oct
Zeekr has launched the right-hand drive version of the Zeekr 009 in Thailand, the second model it is offering in the Southeast Asian country after the Zeekr X SUV. Read more…
China NEV retail at 664,000 in Sept 1-22, up 7% from same period last month
China’s NEV retail penetration stood at 53.41 percent in the September 1-22 period, and 45.36 percent year-to-date. Read more…
Xpeng launches new variant of X9 MPV to expand potential customer base
Xpeng has rolled out the X9 610 Max, which supports the XNGP assisted driving feature by adding two LiDARs compared to the entry-level variant. Read more…
BYD sees 9 millionth NEV roll off line
BYD today saw its 9 millionth NEV, a Yangwang U9 electric supercar, roll off the assembly line, as it produced its latest 1 million vehicles in less than 3 months. Read more…
BYD delivers 100 electric buses to Uruguayan bus operator Cutcsa
Cutcsa is the largest electric bus operator in Uruguay, which plans to fully electrify its fleet by 2040. Read more…
Leapmotor teases new model B10, to debut at Paris auto show in Oct
The B10 SUV, the first global model of Leapmotor’s new B platform, will make its official debut at the Paris auto show, which opens on October 14. Read more…
Xpeng to unveil P7+ sedan in Oct, CEO hints
Xpeng CEO hinted at unveiling P7+ sedan in October. The EV maker will hold a new product launch about the X9 MPV later today. Read more…
Nio enters charging partnership with China’s oil giant Sinopec
Nio and Sinopec have entered into a charging services partnership agreement, after jointly building 279 charging and battery swap stations over the past three years. Read more…
