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China's Delivery Robots Hit the Streets as 90% Price Drop Ignites Mass Adoption

China's autonomous delivery vehicle sector is undergoing a massive expansion, fueled by a staggering price collapse that is rapidly turning niche technology into a mainstream solution for the country's fiercely competitive logistics industry. In 2025, leading startups including Neolix and Zelos have announced or are nearing

The Battery Kingdom: How China Built an Empire to Power the World

China’s dominance in lithium-ion batteries—the heart of the electric vehicle revolution—is not just about manufacturing might. It’s a story of strategic foresight, brutal efficiency, and a state-nurtured ecosystem that has left global rivals playing a desperate game of catch-up. Inside a pristine, climate-

JD.com's Budget EV Fetches $10.8 Million in Promotional Auction, Highlighting Auto Ambitions

JD.com Inc.’s foray into the world's largest electric vehicle market is drawing massive attention, after a promotional auction for the first unit of its co-branded budget car fetched a stunningly high bid. The event highlights the e-commerce giant’s strategy to disrupt China’s

Nio’s Weekly Sales Top 10,000 as Turnaround Strategy Gains Traction

NIO Inc.’s weekly vehicle deliveries have surpassed the 10,000-unit mark for the first time, signaling that the electric vehicle maker’s multi-brand strategy and steadfast investment in core technologies are yielding significant results in a fiercely competitive market. For the week of October 13-19, the

DJI Dominates JD.com's Action Camera Sales Rankings with Osmo Series Sweep

DJI has solidified its dominance in China's action camera market, capturing the top three positions on JD.com's recently released "Action Camera Gold List" with its Osmo series products. The Shenzhen-based technology company's Osmo Action 5 Pro, Osmo Nano, and Osmo

Li Auto Mega Catches Fire in Shanghai, Raising Fresh Concerns Over EV Battery Safety

A Li Auto Mega electric vehicle erupted in flames while driving in Shanghai on October 23, burning down to its frame within seconds in an incident that has intensified scrutiny over battery safety in China's rapidly expanding electric vehicle market. The company confirmed all occupants escaped unharmed, with

Xiaomi Unveils Purchase Tax Subsidy for Auto Buyers, Committing Over RMB 2 Billion

Xiaomi Corp.announced a purchase tax subsidy program for its electric vehicle customers, with estimated investment exceeding 2 billion yuan ($277 million), as the company moves to protect buyers facing potential delivery delays into 2026. The subsidy applies to customers who lock in orders before Nov. 30, 2025, but receive

Huawei's HarmonyOS 6 Bridges Gap with Apple to Lure iPhone Users

Huawei has launched HarmonyOS 6, the latest version of its proprietary operating system, introducing native data transfer capabilities with Apple's iOS devices in a strategic move to attract users from the rival ecosystem. Announced at a special event on October 22, the new feature allows for seamless, high-

UBS Raises CATL Price Target to HK$640 on Booming Heavy Truck and Energy Storage Demand

UBS Securities Asia Limited has sharply raised its price target for Contemporary Amperex Technology to HK $640 from HK $495, citing stronger-than-expected demand for electric heavy-duty truck batteries and energy storage systems. The October 22, 2025 report, which increased 2026 earnings estimates by 11%, underscores CATL'

China's Auto "Involution" Bloodbath: JPM Details The Carnage As Foreign Brands Collapse

In a detailed and unflinching look at China's automotive sector, J.P. Morgan’s Asia Pacific Equity Research team has laid bare the brutal reality of the world's largest car market. The October 2025 report, a preview of Q3 earnings and a look ahead to 2026,