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In-depth analysis of China’s electric vehicle industry, including EV makers, batteries, pricing competition, and policy support. This section tracks profitability challenges, technology shifts, and structural changes shaping the world’s largest EV market.

Li Auto’s Reckoning: How China’s EV Darling Crumbled, and Why Its Next Bet Is on AI

The visionary founder who mastered the family car market with “refrigerators, TVs, and sofas” saw his empire falter after a single misstep. Now, armed with $15 billion in cash and a high-stakes bet on AI, Li Auto is fighting to reclaim its crown. BEIJING – In the gilded halls of

BYD Deepens Price War With New Lower-Priced Qin PLUS Models

BYD is escalating the intense price war in China’s auto market, launching new, more affordable versions of its best-selling Qin PLUS sedan to further lower the entry barrier for its popular hybrid and electric vehicles. On September 25, the automotive giant introduced three new "Advancement Edition"

XPeng Deepens Europe Push With Five-Country Expansion

Chinese electric-vehicle maker XPeng Inc. is significantly expanding its European footprint by launching operations in five new countries, signaling a major acceleration of its global strategy to challenge established automakers on their home turf. XPeng Inc. announced its official entry into Switzerland, Austria, Hungary, Slovenia, and Croatia. The move

Chery Caps 21-Year IPO Quest With $1.2 Billion Debut, High-End EV Push Awaits

Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., a stalwart of China’s traditional auto industry, has finally completed a two-decade journey to the public market, raising HK9.14billion(US1.17 billion) in a Hong Kong debut that highlights investor appetite for its stable legacy business but leaves questions about its future in

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

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

Advanced Driving Systems Become Kingmaker in China’s Crowded EV Market

A fundamental shift is underway in China’s electric vehicle market, with advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) supplanting range and price as the new primary engine for sales. This pivot towards “intelligence” is rapidly reshaping consumer preferences and creating a new hierarchy of winners and losers in the world’s

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

NIO's Turnaround: Sales Problem Solved, Financial Health is the Next Hurdle

NIO Inc. has achieved a significant turnaround in sales momentum with strong locked orders for its latest models, prompting Nomura to raise its target price to 8.40 from 5.00 while maintaining a Neutral rating, according to a research report published Sunday. The Chinese electric vehicle maker's

Huawei-Backed EVs Launch to Frenzied Demand, Straining Online Store

Huawei Technologies automotive alliance has launched two new electric vehicles to overwhelming consumer interest, with pre-orders topping several hundred thousand and initial demand crashing the company’s online sales platform. The debut of an affordable SUV and an updated premium model underscores the technology giant’s aggressive expansion in