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BYD reported February sales of 190,190 new energy vehicles, a decline of 41.09% from a year earlier and the sixth consecutive month of year-on-year contraction, as domestic demand weakened amid holiday disruptions and policy changes. The figure also represents a 9.46% decrease from January’s 210,051 units. The Lunar New Year holiday, which ran from Feb. 15 to Feb. 23 this year, affected production and deliveries across China’s automotive sector, while last year’s holiday occurred mainly in January. Passenger vehicles accounted for 187,782 units of February sales, down 40.99% year on year and 8.63% from the previous month. Battery electric vehicles…

The European Commission has accepted a price undertaking proposal submitted by Volkswagen Anhui, exempting the China-built Cupra Tavascan electric sport utility vehicle from additional European Union import tariffs. The decision, dated Monday, was published in the Official Journal of the European Union on Tuesday. Volkswagen Anhui, a Chinese joint venture of Volkswagen, had submitted the proposal in December, seeking approval for a minimum price and quota mechanism. It marks the first formal review of the EU’s tariffs on Chinese-made battery electric vehicles (BEVs). The Commission launched an anti-subsidy investigation into BEVs originating from China on Oct. 4, 2023, alleging that…

Arcfox, the electric vehicle brand of BAIC Group, has introduced a new premium-focused product lineup under the Wendao name, signaling a push upmarket as competition in China’s EV sector intensifies. The Wendao range will concentrate on “mid-to-large-size MPVs and SUVs,” Arcfox said in information released on its social media channels on Tuesday. The first model in the lineup will be the Wendao V9, an MPV positioned to compete with models such as Chery’s Luxeed V9 and BYD’s Denza D9. See also: Arcfox Launches 2026 Kaola S With CATL Batteries, Cuts Starting Price Arcfox did not disclose detailed specifications or pricing…

Li Auto has expanded its self-operated charging network to more than 4,000 supercharging stations in China, marking a key infrastructure milestone roughly six months after completing its 3,000th station, company data showed. The automaker now operates 4,001 supercharging stations nationwide, according to its in-vehicle and mobile charging map, positioning Li Auto among China’s leading carmakers in terms of proprietary high-power charging infrastructure. The expansion underscores the company’s continued investment in charging capacity as it navigates a challenging transition in its product strategy. See also: Li Auto CEO Highlights AI Push in Internal Meeting Amid Employee Concerns Over Sales Slowdown Beyond…

Chinese automaker JAC Group said on Feb. 6, 2026, that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Italian braking specialist Brembo, as both companies seek to develop next-generation braking technologies tailored to China’s rapidly evolving automotive market. Under the agreement, the two companies will jointly work on advanced braking systems and software-driven solutions designed to integrate more closely with electric drivetrains and intelligent driving architectures. Financial details of the partnership were not disclosed. For JAC Group, the collaboration forms part of its broader strategy to move upmarket and strengthen its capabilities in smart and premium vehicles. The automaker has…

Xpeng has filed its new flagship sport utility vehicle, the GX, with Chinese regulators, clearing a key step toward market launch in the coming months as the company expands its high-end product lineup. China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on Friday released its latest catalogue of vehicle models open for public comment prior to sales approval, with the Xpeng GX included. The public consultation period runs from Feb. 7 to Feb. 13, after which the model can receive final clearance for sale in China. The GX appears across six pages in the MIIT catalogue, covering six variants produced…

Xpeng said on Friday it has officially entered New Zealand, adding a new right-hand drive market to its international footprint as the automaker continues its overseas expansion. The move marks Xpeng’s first international market entry in 2026. The company has opened its initial service centres in Auckland’s North Shore and in Christchurch, offering sales, vehicle delivery and after-sales services to local customers. See also: Xpeng Tests Level 4 Autonomous Driving on Upcoming GX Flagship SUV, Report Says Both locations are showcasing the Xpeng G6, the company’s most affordable sport utility vehicle, which competes in the midsize electric SUV segment dominated…

Xiaomi EV has disbanded its dedicated sales team for the SU7 Ultra, its ultra-premium electric sedan, as demand for the high-performance model has fallen sharply in recent months, according to Chinese media reports. The specialised “Ultra Master” sales team was officially dissolved by the end of January, local outlet Lanjinger reported on Wednesday. The SU7 Ultra remains available for purchase in China, but sales are now being handled by general entry-level sales staff rather than a dedicated premium team. See also: No EV Joint Venture Planned, Ford and Xiaomi Say After Media Report Launched in February 2025, the SU7 Ultra…

Chinese new energy vehicle maker BYD has formally announced the creation of Linghui, a new sub-brand focused on the ride-hailing market and corporate clients, following regulatory filings last month for multiple models under the name. BYD said in a post on Weibo on Monday that Linghui would pioneer what it described as “ultra-value mobility.” “A car carries not just luggage and aspirations, but also supports every striving individual shining brightly,” the company said in Linghui’s inaugural social media post. See also: BYD January NEV Sales Fall 30% Year on Year as China Auto Market Weakens The launch adds a new…

Chinese automaker GWM reported a sharp decline in net income for 2025, reflecting rising expenditures linked to marketing, sales channel expansion and investment in new technologies, even as revenue and vehicle sales increased. GWM said its net income for 2025 fell 21.71% to 9.91 billion yuan ($1.43 billion), down from 12.66 billion yuan a year earlier, according to an earnings preview released on Friday. Excluding non-recurring gains and losses, net income dropped more sharply, declining 36.48% year-on-year to 6.16 billion yuan. See also: GWM January Sales Rise 11.6% Year on Year on Overseas Growth Revenue for the year rose 10.19%…

Chinese electric vehicle maker Nio Inc is increasing its investment in artificial intelligence this year, strengthening its smart driving research team with the recruitment of senior AI talent as it seeks to sharpen its autonomous driving capabilities. Yang Sheng, a former algorithm expert at Alibaba Group’s DAMO Academy, has joined Nio’s smart driving team, Chinese media outlet Yiou reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter. Yang will work closely with Ren Shaoqing, Nio’s vice president and chief expert for smart driving research and development, focusing on autonomous driving architectures and advanced algorithms. See also: Nio Warns of Rising…

Smart, the electric vehicle brand jointly owned by Mercedes-Benz and Geely, said it will debut the two-seat Smart #2 mini electric vehicle prototype concept at the 2026 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, ahead of a planned production launch later in the year. The concept will be shown publicly at Auto China 2026, which runs from April 24 to May 3 in Beijing, Smart said over the weekend. The production version of the Smart #2 is scheduled to be launched within 2026, following its initial unveiling in September last year. See alos: Smart Begins Real-World Testing of All-Electric #2 Ahead of 2026…