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Alice Ye

Senior editor with 15 years in news and financial media. Covers China's AI, electric vehicles, and robotics, with a focus on industry trends, technological innovation, and capital markets.

Leapmotor Leads Record September for China's EV Makers as XPeng, Xiaomi Surge

Chinese electric vehicle startups posted record-breaking deliveries in September, as a traditional peak sales season and a flurry of new models underscored intensifying competition in the world's largest auto market. A broad-based surge saw multiple carmakers, including Leapmotor, XPeng, NIO, and Li Auto, set new monthly

Chinese Robot Vacuum Giants Conquer Vietnam With Old-School Retail

Chinese robot vacuum makers, honed in their home country’s hyper-competitive e-commerce landscape, are deploying a surprisingly traditional strategy to dominate Vietnam: a ground game built on physical stores, local distributors, and personal trust. This pivot away from the online-first playbook is rapidly securing their leadership in

Mercedes-Benz Invests in Autonomy Startup Qianli to Tackle China’s EV Race

Mercedes-Benz AG is taking a stake in Qianli Technology, a Chinese autonomous driving startup with ties to Zhejiang Geely, in a strategic push to accelerate its intelligent vehicle development in the world’s most competitive auto market. The investment marks a significant step in the German luxury automaker'

5 Cheapest EVs You Can Buy in China (and Why They’re So Cheap)

China has become the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) market, producing everything from luxury EVs that rival Tesla to ultra-budget mini cars. For international readers, the ultra-low prices of some Chinese EVs are often shocking. So, let’s break down the five cheapest EVs you can currently

Cao Cao Mobility Taps Satellite Network to Bolster Robotaxi Ambitions

Cao Cao Mobility is turning to space to solve a critical terrestrial problem, leveraging satellite technology to ensure the safety and reliability of its autonomous vehicles in a bid to gain an edge in China’s fiercely competitive robotaxi market. The Geely-backed ride-hailing company announced that the "

Xiaomi Confirms 2027 European EV Entry With Showroom-First Strategy

Xiaomi Corp. is moving ahead with plans to enter Europe’s competitive electric vehicle market by 2027, confirming it will initially focus on building a network of showrooms to showcase its cars and smart device ecosystem before considering local production as part of its long-term strategy. A top executive

Huawei Expands Premium Device Lineup With Upgraded Smartwatch, AI-Powered Earphones

Huawei Technologies has launched a new range of high-end wearable devices and a smart television, signaling a continued strategic focus on expanding its premium consumer electronics ecosystem with advanced health and AI-driven features. The Chinese technology giant on Tuesday unveiled its Watch GT 6 series, FreeClip 2 open-

Avatr, Changan's Premium EV Brand, Plans Hong Kong IPO for Global Push

Avatr Technology, the premium electric vehicle brand backed by state-owned automaker Changan Automobile, Huawei Technologies Co. and battery giant CATL, plans to file for a Hong Kong initial public offering in the fourth quarter of 2025 to fuel its global expansion and charging network development. The planned listing, a

Huawei's New AI Chip Launch Highlights Three Critical Challenges for China's Domestic Semiconductor Industry

China's AI chip sector is undergoing a strategic transformation as Huawei Technologies Co. unveiled its latest processor lineup at the 2025 Huawei Connect conference, introducing the Ascend 950, 960, and 970 series AI chips alongside a three-year product roadmap that signals the industry's shift toward

Huawei Reportedly Planning 'Air' Model for Mate 80 Series to Rival iPhone Air

A recent report has revealed that Huawei Technologies may be developing an "Air" variant of its upcoming Mate 80 flagship smartphone series, potentially positioning it as a direct competitor to Apple's recently launched iPhone Air. According to a report published by tech publication Huawei Central on