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BYD is reportedly preparing a major restructuring of its research and development operations, shifting from a technology-centered organization to a more brand-focused structure as China’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer seeks to sustain growth in an increasingly competitive market. According to local media outlet Jipian Lab, BYD plans to reorganize its Engineering Academy into five independent research institutes aligned with its major automotive brands: Dynasty, Ocean, Fang Cheng Bao, Denza, and Yangwang. Brand Research Institutes Gain Greater Authority Under the proposed restructuring, the five brand-specific research institutes would be elevated to a level similar to that of the Engineering Academy. The…

Zeekr, the premium electric vehicle brand owned by Geely Auto, has surpassed 800,000 cumulative vehicle deliveries, highlighting the rapid growth of the Chinese automaker in the increasingly competitive premium mobility market. The company announced the milestone on Tuesday, noting that its vehicles are now available in more than 50 countries and regions worldwide. Deliveries continue to surge Zeekr delivered a record 34,377 vehicles in May, bringing cumulative deliveries to 786,090 units as of the end of the month. Based on the latest milestone announcement, the company has delivered more than 13,910 additional vehicles in June, pushing total deliveries beyond the…

Chinese battery manufacturer CATL has cautioned that mass adoption of all-solid-state batteries in electric vehicles remains several years away, with the technology unlikely to reach widespread commercial deployment before 2030. Speaking in an interview with Caijing, CATL founder and CEO Robin Zeng said significant technological and manufacturing challenges still need to be overcome before solid-state batteries can be produced at scale for mainstream vehicles. According to Zeng, the first commercial applications are likely to be confined to premium vehicle platforms priced above 250,000 yuan (approximately €32,000), reflecting the high costs associated with the emerging technology. Commercialization Still in Early Stages…

China’s Guangdong province has unveiled a major infrastructure strategy aimed at accelerating electric vehicle adoption, with plans to build more than 3 million charging facilities by the end of 2027 to support a rapidly growing fleet of new energy vehicles (NEVs). The action plan, jointly issued by eight provincial government departments including the Guangdong Provincial Development and Reform Commission, seeks to expand charging access across urban centers, highways and rural areas while promoting next-generation charging technologies. Charging Network Expansion Targets 8 Million NEVs Under the plan, Guangdong aims to establish a charging network capable of supporting more than 8 million…

Nio has strongly rejected a decision by the US Department of Defense (DOD) to include the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer on its list of “Chinese military companies,” describing the designation as unjustified and signaling it may pursue legal action to challenge the move. The company said it is neither a Chinese military company nor a contributor to China’s military-civil fusion program, responding after the Pentagon formally added Nio to the list under Section 1260H of the US National Defense Authorization Act. In a statement issued Tuesday, Nio sought to reassure investors that the designation does not constitute economic sanctions and…

Nio has entered into a strategic partnership with Chinese semiconductor supplier GigaDevice to jointly develop automotive-grade chips and support the next generation of intelligent electric vehicles. The agreement, announced by GigaDevice on Friday, focuses on collaborative innovation in automotive semiconductors, with the two companies aiming to accelerate the development of advanced chips for smart cockpits, intelligent driving systems, and future vehicle electronic architectures. Joint Development of Automotive Chips Under the partnership, GigaDevice will leverage its expertise in chip design and large-scale semiconductor manufacturing to provide high-performance automotive-grade memory and microcontroller products for Nio’s future vehicle lineup. The Beijing-based semiconductor company…

CATL’s Chocolate Swap battery-swapping network has expanded to 1,650 stations across China, underscoring the company’s ambition to transform from a battery manufacturer into a comprehensive energy services provider. The company announced that its battery-swapping infrastructure now spans 127 cities nationwide, up significantly from its plan unveiled in June 2025 to build 1,020 stations across 45 cities by the end of that year. According to CATL, the network has been growing at an average pace of more than 200 new stations per month over the past six months. Building a Nationwide Swapping Network CATL said it aims to expand the Chocolate…

A senior official at the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) has called for reforms to China’s road taxation system, arguing that the rapid growth of new energy vehicles (NEVs) requires a new approach to funding road infrastructure. Cui Dongshu, secretary general of the CPCA, said the current system, which relies largely on fuel consumption-related taxes, is becoming increasingly outdated as electric vehicles gain market share. NEV Growth Reshaping the Market Cui’s comments come as China’s passenger vehicle market continues its transition toward electrification. According to preliminary CPCA data, new energy vehicles accounted for 63% of passenger vehicle retail sales in…

Leapmotor delivered a record 81,569 vehicles in May, marking its highest monthly sales total to date as the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer continued to benefit from strong demand in its home market. The May figure represented an 80.99% increase from a year earlier and a 14.26% rise from April, according to data released by the company. The result surpassed the previous monthly record of 71,387 vehicles set in April. The latest performance extends a period of rapid growth for the automaker, which has emerged as one of China’s fastest-growing new energy vehicle brands. Incentives and New Models Support Growth To…

Huawei’s Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA) reported vehicle deliveries of 46,122 units in May, extending its recovery from a slower start to the year as new model launches contributed to stronger sales momentum. According to data released by HIMA, May deliveries increased 3.77% year-on-year and rose 40.79% compared with April. The result marked the second consecutive month of sequential growth after deliveries increased 23.17% month-on-month in April. January-May Deliveries Rise From January through May, HIMA delivered approximately 192,000 vehicles, representing a 26.5% increase compared with the same period in 2025. The alliance attributed the improvement largely to the introduction of…

Seres Group is reportedly preparing to launch a new automotive brand aimed at younger consumers and the performance-oriented vehicle market, according to a report by LatePost. The new brand is expected to debut in June and will focus on smart new energy vehicles, with support from Chongqing state-owned capital and technology participation from ByteDance’s cloud platform, Volcengine. New Venture Receives Fresh Funding According to the report, the business will operate through Chongqing Saidou Technology Co. Ltd., formerly known as Landian Technology Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Seres Group. Earlier this week, the company completed a capital increase and share expansion…

BYD has announced a new accident coverage program for its intelligent driving systems in China while unveiling its self-developed Xuanji A3 automotive chip, expanding the company’s efforts in advanced driver assistance technologies. The announcements were made during BYD’s Intelligence Strategy Launch Event in Shenzhen on 28 May 2026. Coverage for Intelligent Driving Functions BYD said it will provide one year of full damage coverage for eligible users of its intelligent driving system. The policy applies to new vehicle buyers as well as existing owners who upgrade to the latest version of the company’s God’s Eye 5.0 driver assistance platform. According…