Author: Linda Ma

Eşarj, the first electric vehicle charging provider in Turkey, is aiming to build 1,000 stations across the country by the end of 2023. The company, which is majority-owned by Enerjisa Energy, plans to invest over 90% of its resources into fast-charging stations, with at least one DC station in each of Turkey’s 81 provinces by the end of this year. Enerjisa Energy, which was founded in 1996, has the goal of providing the best service in every field of the electric industry and creating innovative solutions. In 2018, the company purchased Eşarj and has since expanded its vehicle charging station…

BYD has expanded its range of discounted models by offering discounts on two additional models, the Yuan Plus and Dolphin. Customers who purchase either of these models between April 14 and April 30 can enjoy a discount of RMB 5,800 ($846). In addition to the discount, both models are also eligible for other benefits, such as a 2-year zero-interest loan, up to two years of free on-board internet traffic, and a trade-in subsidy. Customers who purchase the Yuan Plus or Dolphin at the time of trade-in will receive a RMB 1,000 subsidy and RMB 2,000 subsidy, respectively. Currently, the BYD…

BYD’s luxury brand Yangwang has announced that it will begin pre-sales of its first model, the Yangwang U8, at the Shanghai auto show on April 18. The U8 is a rugged off-road SUV that measures over 5 meters long and 2 meters wide. Capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4 seconds, the U8 will be priced at approximately $146,000. The Yangwang U8 is equipped with intelligent extrication and emergency avoidance capabilities, ensuring safety and reliability in complex road conditions. The model is also equipped with BYD’s proprietary e⁴ technology, a mass-produced four-motor independent drive technology platform.…

Buick, the luxury brand of General Motors, has officially entered the Ultium era with the launch of its electric crossover, the Electra E5, in China. Originally introduced last year, the model boasts a sleek and “pure” design inspired by the Electra-X concept. Buyers will appreciate the flush-mounted door handles, Buick’s controversial new face, and the new tri-shield emblem along with 18- or 20-inch wheels. The Electra E5 falls between the Envision and Enclave models in terms of size, measuring 192.6 inches (4,892 mm) long, 75 inches (1,905 mm) wide, and 65.2 inches (1,655 mm) tall with a wheelbase of 116.3…

BYD is looking to expand its footprint in the European market with the introduction of its latest electric vehicle (EV), the Dolphin hatchback. With a starting price of around $33,000, the Dolphin hatchback is set to become BYD’s most affordable EV offering in Europe and has the potential to become the automaker’s most popular model in the region. BYD announced its plans to expand its EV lineup in Europe last summer, with the launch of three passenger EVs – the Han sedan, the Atto-3 crossover, and the Tang SUV. Since then, the automaker has launched the Seal midsize sedan, and…

BYD has unveiled its latest electric supercar, the YangWang U9, equipped with a new smart hydraulic suspension system called Yunnian or DiSus in English. The new system is an amalgamation of three intelligent subsystems – DiSus-A, DiSus-C, and DiSus-P – that work together to provide an unparalleled driving experience. The YangWang U9’s DiSus system has the capability to rise up to 150mm and adjust the firmness in milliseconds by processing thousands of signals per second. However, it is the hydraulic part of the system that takes the cake. It is the world’s first intelligent hydraulic suspension system, which means it…

Chinese car manufacturer Chery is taking steps to enter the increasingly popular electric vehicle (EV) sector in the world’s largest vehicle market. On Friday, the Anhui province-based carmaker unveiled its ambitious plan for electrification. Gao Xinhua, executive vice-president of Chery, announced that this year, the company will launch a platform for hybrids and another for EVs, along with cutting-edge technologies for its batteries and operating systems. Chery’s high-end Exeed marque also introduced a new energy vehicle (NEV) product line called Sterra, which will cover a range of models from sedans to SUVs and MPVs. These models will be available in…

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker NIO has confirmed that it will launch the 2023 ET7 at the upcoming Shanghai Auto Show, alongside the new ES6. The biennial event, which runs from April 18 to April 27, will also showcase the full range of NIO models equipped with the Banyan intelligent system, with NIO’s booth located in Hall 6.1, Stand 6A01. NIO’s Banyan software architecture is used for its NT 2.0 platform-based models, while the company’s NT 1.0 platform-based models use a software architecture called Aspen. The new ET7 is expected to feature a new gold exterior option and a tow…

BYD has launched a new chassis suspension system called the DiSus Intelligent Body Control System. The system is designed to offer a premium driving experience, similar to what is found in luxury cars like Porsche and Mercedes-Benz. Initially, the DiSus system will be used in BYD’s luxury off-road SUV, Yangwang U8, and will later be available in the Han, Tang, and Denza models. This move signifies BYD’s efforts to penetrate the upmarket segment with premium products, as the company’s current products are mainly concentrated in the mass market segment with prices under 300,000 yuan ($43,641.44). The launch of the DiSus…

BYD, China’s biggest new energy vehicle (NEV) manufacturer, unveiled its latest Qin Plus EV model on Friday. Dubbed the “champion version” for 2023, the upgraded model comes in six different variants and is poised to rival traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. According to BYD, the new version boasts significant improvements over its predecessor. Built on the latest 3.0 platform technology, the champion version features a powertrain that is 10% smaller and lighter than before, yet boasts an impressive efficiency rating of up to 89%. In terms of performance, the model is capable of generating a maximum output of 150 kW and has…

BYD, a Chinese automaker, has reintroduced its all-electric e2 vehicle with a new design and upgraded features. Initially launched in 2019 as a purpose-built taxi vehicle, the e2 unexpectedly gained immense popularity, selling over 72,000 units in just two years. Now, the new and improved e2 is part of the Ocean family, built on the e-platform 3.0. The latest e2 model has grown to be 4.26 meters long, with a completely new interior design that is more in line with other BYD vehicles. The 12.8-inch touchscreen display can rotate from horizontal to vertical orientation for added convenience, and the car…

General Motors is gearing up for the launch of its first all-electric model under the Buick brand in China. The Electra E5, a five-seat all-electric SUV, will debut on April 13th and is set to be one of the most anticipated EV offerings from a foreign brand in China. The Electra E5 will come in standard, long-range, and Avenir four-wheel-drive versions. The Avenir version will feature an Ultium 8-in-1 electric drive system with a permanent magnet synchronous motor in the front and an induction asynchronous motor in the rear, providing the vehicle with a capacity of 80 kWh and a…

Chinese automaker BYD has recently announced a partnership with Evera, a New Delhi-based electric taxi service, to provide a fleet of 100 e6 electric cars. The collaboration aims to support sustainable energy solutions in reducing carbon emissions in India and eventually onto a global stage. The 100 BYD e6 units will be delivered to Evera over the next few months, adding to the existing fleet of electric vehicles in the company. Nimish Trivedi, CEO & Co-Founder of Evera, expressed excitement about the partnership and how it aligns with the company’s goal to expand the grid of e-mobility across the nation.…

Chinese automaker Dongfeng Motor (DFM) has announced the world’s first series production passenger vehicle that utilizes Protean Electric’s in-wheel electric motors. The Dongfeng Fengshen E70, which is one of China’s most popular passenger cars and is an electric vehicle (EV) with a single front-mounted electric motor, has now been upgraded with two ProteanDrive Pd18 in-wheel motors for the rear wheels, transforming the vehicle into an all-wheel-drive sedan. The ProteanDrive Pd18 in-wheel motor is capable of producing a peak power output of 78 kilowatts (104 horsepower) and a peak torque of 922 pound-feet (1,250 Newton-meters), providing more than enough power for…

NIO has deployed 1,326 battery swapping stations and 52 destination charging routes across China, with users completing nearly 20 million battery swaps. The founder, chairman, and CEO of NIO, William Li, announced that the company is also actively installing 500 kW ultra-fast charging stations to complement its existing battery swapping technology. According to NIO, users have completed 20 million battery swaps, with over 45,000 daily swap services provided. One car departs from a battery swap station every 1.9 seconds on average. The company plans to accelerate its charging station layout and provide more convenient battery swapping services to users in…

BYD, the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, has now launched its EV models for sale in Spain, including the Atto 3 SUV, Tang SUV, and Han sedan. The company plans to open two ‘BYD Pioneer Stores’ in Madrid and Barcelona in the coming weeks, with additional retail outlets to follow in Valencia, the Canary Islands, Malaga, and Seville, as well as more stores in Madrid and Barcelona in 2023. Astara, Quadis, and Caetano Retail Spain will provide sales and aftersales support for BYD customers in Spain. BYD already offers its electric cars in several European countries, including the Netherlands, Norway, Denmark,…

Tesla China-made vehicle sales reached 88,869 in March, including exports, according to data released by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) today. This marks a 35.03% increase from the same month in 2020 and a 19.44% increase from February 2021. These sales figures include both domestic sales in China and exports to other countries. The sales breakdown is expected to be available in the coming days. Tesla’s China-made vehicle sales in Q1 2021 totaled 229,322, a 25.88% increase from the same period last year. This includes only the Model 3 and Model Y, which are currently produced in Tesla’s Shanghai…

Electric vehicles (EVs) are poised for a significant price drop over the next decade, according to Zhu Jiangming, founder and CEO of Leapmotor. Speaking at the China EV 100 Forum on Saturday, Zhu stated that the price of the company’s mid-sized electric SUV, the C11, which is currently priced from 155,800 yuan ($22,606), is expected to plummet to approximately 50,000 yuan within the next ten years. Zhu attributed this drop to the decline in the cost of electronic components, such as batteries and smart cabin features, which account for over 60 percent of a smart EV’s cost. “The prices of…

NIO has reached a new milestone, with its cumulative battery swap service providing 20 million swaps. This achievement was announced on the company’s mobile app, and it took only nine months to double the number of swaps from 10 million to 20 million, with an average of 45,000 services provided daily. This increase demonstrates the popularity of NIO’s battery swap stations as a way for its customers to quickly recharge their EVs. NIO’s battery swap stations are becoming increasingly popular among its customers, and they now provide over 60% of the power the company delivers to its owners. The swap…

Tesla is set to begin large-scale testing of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology in China, according to local media reports. The move marks a significant development for the company, which has been seen as slow to progress in the autonomous driving space in China. The news comes just days after auto blogger Zheng Xiaokang claimed that Tesla China would soon release a major update to its Autopilot software, sparking speculation that it could be the company’s vision-only V11 software. Currently, all Tesla vehicles come with the Basic Autopilot (BAP) software as standard, while Enhanced Autopilot (EAP) and FSD software are…