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Denza, the premium brand under BYD, will officially launch its large six-seat N8L SUV on October 28, according to a Weibo post from Li Hui, the brand’s general manager. Pre-sales for the N8L began on September 26, with two variants priced from RMB 319,800 ($44,890) and RMB 349,800. Positioned for the family vehicle segment, the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) emphasizes safety, comfort, and handling agility. See also: BYD’s Denza Launches New D9 MPV Variants With Lower Starting Price The N8L measures 5,200 mm in length, 1,999 mm in width, and 1,820 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,075…

BYD’s off-road and family-focused sub-brand Fang Cheng Bao will unveil updated variants of its Bao 5 and Bao 8 SUVs on October 20, aiming to expand its market reach after achieving record sales last month. The Bao 5 SUV will receive a long-range variant, while the Bao 8 will see the introduction of a five-seat version, complementing its existing six- and seven-seat configurations. The launches follow strong September deliveries, when the brand sold 24,121 vehicles, marking a 344.87 percent year-on-year increase, driven primarily by its Tai 3 and Tai 7 models. See also: Fang Cheng Bao Launches Tai 7 SUV,…

BYD’s premium sub-brand Yangwang has increased the price of its U9 electric supercar, diverging from the pricing adjustments seen across other divisions of the Chinese automaker. The starting price of the U9 has been raised to RMB 1.8 million ($252,630), up RMB 120,000, or about 7.14%, from the previous RMB 1.68 million, according to an announcement by the company on Wednesday. Customers in China who purchase the vehicle between October 1 and December 31 will receive benefits including a six-year or 150,000-kilometer vehicle warranty and eight years of free maintenance, Yangwang said. See also: BYD’s Yangwang U9 Demonstrates ‘God’s Eye’…

Beijing Hyundai, the joint venture between Hyundai Motor and BAIC Motor, has begun pre-sales of its first all-electric SUV, the Hyundai EO, marking a significant step in the company’s push to re-establish itself in China’s fast-growing electric vehicle market. Formerly known as the Hyundai Elexio, the EO compact SUV is available in three variants — Fun, Smart, and Tech — priced between RMB 130,000 ($18,250) and RMB 150,000. Built on Hyundai’s Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), the vehicle measures 4,615 mm in length, 1,875 mm in width, and 1,698 mm in height, with a 2,750 mm wheelbase. See also: CATL…

Great Wall Motor’s premium Wey brand has launched the Gaoshan 7, a seven-seat plug-in hybrid electric MPV, adding to its Gaoshan series alongside the Gaoshan 8 and Gaoshan 9. The release follows steady sales growth for the Wey brand in recent months. The Gaoshan 7 is priced from RMB 285,800 ($40,100), slightly lower than its pre-sale price of RMB 289,800. Wey also introduced a Gaoshan Welfare Edition starting at RMB 349,800. The MPV measures 5,050 mm in length, 1,960 mm in width, and 1,900 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,085 mm. See also: Wey Begins Pre-Sales of Gaoshan…

Battery manufacturer CATL and e-commerce company JD.com have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to collaborate in areas related to green logistics, battery technologies, and sustainable energy systems. According to the companies, the partnership covers a wide range of fields, including omni-channel battery services, logistics and warehousing, zero-carbon industrial parks, digital supply chains, administrative and employee services, data centers, and overseas business support. See also: CATL to Double Battery Testing Capacity in Germany by 2026 In the new energy vehicle (NEV) energy replenishment sector, CATL and JD.com plan to establish official direct sales channels for the “Choco SE” battery swap model.…

BYD’s premium brand Denza will officially launch its N8L large six-seat SUV later this month, Li Hui, the brand’s general manager, said on Weibo. The announcement follows strong interest in the model since pre-sales began in late September, particularly among family buyers seeking comfort, space, and performance. See also: BYD’s Denza Launches Pre-Sales for N8L Hybrid SUV, Expands Premium Lineup Pre-sales for the Denza N8L opened on September 26, with two variants priced from RMB 319,800 ($44,870) and RMB 349,800. The N8L is a large plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) measuring 5,200 mm in length, 1,999 mm in width, and…

Dongfeng Commercial Vehicle and CATL have signed a new five-year strategic cooperation agreement to deepen their collaboration in commercial vehicle electrification, according to a post from CATL on its WeChat account on October 13. The signing ceremony took place in Ningde, Fujian, marking a new phase in the long-standing partnership between the two Chinese industry leaders. Building on previous cooperation, the renewed alliance will focus on three key areas — product R&D, the establishment of industry standards, and the development of a collaborative ecosystem. Together, the companies aim to accelerate innovation in battery technologies, drive global market expansion, and establish…

Onvo, the mass-market sub-brand of Nio, has reached a major production milestone with the rollout of its 100,000th vehicle, the company announced Tuesday on its mobile app. The milestone unit is expected to be delivered this weekend, marking another step forward in Onvo’s rapid rise within China’s competitive EV market. According to delivery data, this milestone will bring Onvo’s October total to about 9,721 units, following cumulative deliveries of 90,279 vehicles through the end of September. The brand delivered 15,246 vehicles in September alone, representing 43.9% of Nio’s total monthly sales of 34,749 units. See also: Nio’s Onvo Sub-Brand Reaches…

Gotion High-Tech, the Chinese battery manufacturer backed by Volkswagen, said its self-developed all-solid-state “Jinshi Battery” has entered pilot-scale production, marking a significant milestone in China’s race toward large-scale solid-state battery manufacturing. The company also confirmed that design work has begun for a 2 GWh mass production line, according to Chinese outlet IT-Home. The move positions Gotion among the leading players in the country’s push to industrialise advanced battery technologies that promise higher energy density, improved safety, and longer lifespans for electric vehicles. See also: Gotion High-tech to Supply Advanced Battery Cells to Ehang’s EH216 eVTOL Series Developed over eight years,…

Tesla recorded a rebound in sales in China last month, though overall volumes continued to trail the same period last year. The U.S. electric vehicle maker sold 71,525 vehicles in China in September, its second-highest monthly total this year after March’s 74,127 units, according to data from the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA). The result represented a 25.15% increase from August, narrowing Tesla’s year-on-year retail sales decline to 0.93%, compared with a 9.93% decline in August. See also: Tesla Files for New Model Y+ in China with Expected 800 km Range Despite the improvement, Tesla marked its seventh year-on-year sales…

Chinese automaker BYD has introduced the 2026 Seal 05 DM-i, a refreshed version of one of its key hybrid sedan models, featuring an extended driving range and updated specifications. The new Seal 05 DM-i is offered in a single trim level starting at RMB 79,800 ($11,180), maintaining the same entry price as the previous model, which was available in three trims. See also: Everything You Should Know About BYD Seal 06 EV Specifications Measuring 4,780 mm in length, 1,837 mm in width, and 1,515 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,718 mm, the updated model is built on BYD’s…