Author: Jackson Han

Chery Group reported a 5.25% year-on-year increase in vehicle sales in October, supported by record new energy vehicle (NEV) deliveries and strong overseas demand, with exports exceeding 200,000 units for the third time this year. The Chinese automotive group sold 295,934 vehicles in October, bringing its total sales for the first 10 months of the year to 2,502,723 units, up 9.34% from the same period in 2025, according to figures released on Sunday. NEVs continued to drive growth. Chery Group sold 140,893 NEVs in October, an increase of 27.7% year-on-year. Monthly NEV sales remained above 100,000 for the seventh consecutive…

Xpeng has launched the Mona L05, a five-seat mid-size SUV in China, with limited-time prices starting at 139,800 yuan (approximately $20,820). The new model is available in six variants, covering battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) powertrains. The launch took place on Thursday, with official guide prices ranging from 144,800 yuan to 176,800 yuan. Customers who pay a 5,000-yuan deposit by 15 December qualify for a 5,000-yuan cash discount, reducing the prices to between 139,800 yuan and 171,800 yuan. The four BEV variants cover the full price range, while the two EREV versions are priced at 149,800 yuan…

Denza, BYD’s premium automotive brand, has opened reservations for its redesigned N8 electric SUV ahead of an official launch scheduled for November. The five-seat model introduces BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery and flash charging technology, with a maximum claimed electric driving range of 1,003 kilometers (623 miles). Reservations opened on Monday, following the timeline announced by Denza on October 22. The company has not disclosed pricing but is offering customers who pay a 2,000-yuan deposit a 5,000-yuan option credit. Five-Seat Layout and Updated Cabin The new Denza N8 measures 5,150 mm long, 1,999 mm wide and 1,820 mm tall, with a…

Nio’s Firefly brand has introduced a 60-kWh battery option supplied by CATL, extending the compact electric vehicle’s claimed CLTC driving range to 560 km (348 miles). CATL confirmed on Weibo on Saturday that Firefly uses its Qilin Battery technology. The announcement followed Firefly’s launch of the larger-capacity battery on Friday, adding a longer-range option to the model’s existing lineup. The new battery increases the vehicle’s claimed range by 140 km compared with the original 42-kWh pack, representing an improvement of approximately 33%. Firefly Battery Options and Pricing Specification Standard-Range Version Long-Range Version Battery supplier Sunwoda CATL Battery capacity 42 kWh…

Aito, the automotive brand jointly developed by Huawei and Seres, plans to partner with Bosch on intelligent systems for its overseas vehicles, moving away from Huawei’s technology for international markets, 36Kr reported. The overseas versions of the Aito M6, M7, M8 and M9 are expected to use Bosch systems covering advanced driver assistance, smart cockpits and chassis technologies. Development work has reportedly begun, with mass production of highway navigation-on-autopilot functions tentatively scheduled for September 2027. The reported arrangement resembles Huawei’s Huawei Inside model, under which Huawei supplies integrated technology while automakers retain control of their vehicle brands and products. Aito…

Newcool, the Huawei-backed intelligent automotive technology company, has signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement with CATL and Contemporary Amperex Energy Service Technology (CAES) to develop an integrated battery swapping ecosystem in China. Announced by CATL on Monday, the agreement focuses on connecting vehicles equipped with Huawei Qiankun intelligent automotive solutions to CATL’s Choco battery swapping network. CAES operates CATL’s battery swapping business. The three companies plan to coordinate vehicle systems, battery swap stations and cloud services to improve the integration of assisted driving and battery replenishment. Specific vehicle models, initial service locations and a commercial launch date have not been…

Chery’s iCar V25 is an extended-range electric SUV offered with rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD). The model combines a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine serving as a range extender with an electric-motor powertrain. Pre-sales in China opened with prices ranging from 139,800 yuan to 175,800 yuan. The V25 is available in four variants: Pro, Max, Max+ and Ultra. Its key specifications include up to 335 kW of combined electric-motor output, a maximum combined CLTC range of 1,240 km and a 15-minute charging time from 30% to 80%. Powertrain and Performance Specifications The V25’s two drivetrain configurations offer different power outputs…

Beijing Hyundai, Hyundai Motor’s Chinese joint venture, has launched the Ioniq V electric sedan in China with five variants and limited-time prices ranging from 99,900 yuan ($14,820) to 131,900 yuan, expanding its lineup as the automaker targets China’s electric vehicle market. Five Variants Offered at Launch Suggested retail prices range from 109,900 yuan to 139,900 yuan, with limited-time launch discounts of 8,000 yuan or 10,000 yuan depending on the variant. The Ioniq V opened for pre-sales at the Chengdu Auto Show in August with three variants priced between 119,900 yuan and 139,900 yuan. The launch adds the entry-level 540 Pro…

FAW-Volkswagen, Volkswagen’s joint venture in China, has opened pre-sales for the ID. AURA T6, a five-seat all-electric mid-size SUV designed to strengthen the German automaker’s position in China’s rapidly evolving smart electric vehicle market. The ID. AURA T6 is offered in four variants with pre-sales prices ranging from 135,900 yuan ($20,040) to 169,900 yuan. The lineup combines two battery options, a single electric motor and advanced driver-assistance technology on the higher-priced versions. FAW-Volkswagen ID. AURA T6 Pricing and Variants The entry-level 540 Pro is priced at 135,900 yuan, while the 660 Pro costs 149,900 yuan. The two higher-end versions are…

China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has identified compliance issues involving Geely Auto’s Xingyuan and BYD’s Qin L DM-i as part of its 2025 new energy vehicle (NEV) production conformity inspections. MIIT released the inspection results on Friday, identifying problems involving seven vehicle models. The regulator disclosed vehicle identification codes rather than model names, but previous regulatory filings link two of the cases to Geely’s Xingyuan and BYD’s Qin L DM-i. Geely Xingyuan Cited Over Wheelbase Discrepancy The vehicle identified by MIIT as JL7001BEV71 corresponds to Geely’s Xingyuan, an all-electric sedan. According to the regulator, the wheelbase of…

The Chery Fulwin T7 is a compact battery electric SUV designed for China’s increasingly competitive entry-level new energy vehicle market. Offered in three variants, the model combines a 65.05 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery with a 178 kW electric motor and a claimed CLTC range of 600 km. It also brings fast charging, vehicle-to-load functionality and advanced intelligent driving technology on the top-spec version. Chery Fulwin T7 Pricing and Variants The Fulwin T7 is available in three variants with official starting prices of 97,900 yuan ($14,430), 108,900 yuan and 118,900 yuan, respectively. Chery is also offering limited-time early-bird trade-in prices.…

FAW Toyota, Toyota’s joint venture in China, is preparing to launch the 2027 bZ5 on Wednesday, marking the first annual refresh for the all-electric coupe SUV since its introduction in the Chinese market. FAW Toyota announced the launch date on Weibo on Tuesday but has not yet disclosed pricing or the full specifications of the updated model. Design and Dimensions Based on an official image, the 2027 bZ5 will largely retain the current model’s exterior design. The refresh appears to focus more heavily on equipment and technology upgrades rather than major styling changes. https://evmagz.com/toyota-overtakes-volkswagen-in-china-ev-sales-at-brand-level-in-2025/ The updated bZ5 continues with a…

Stelato, the electric vehicle brand jointly developed by Huawei and BAIC, has launched the G9 luxury SUV in China. The model is available in both battery-electric (BEV) and extended-range electric (EREV) configurations, with prices ranging from 429,800 yuan ($63,390) to 549,800 yuan. The Stelato G9 is the first off-road SUV introduced under Huawei’s Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA). It combines an 800-volt electrical architecture, dual-motor all-wheel drive, Huawei’s ADS 5.0 driver-assistance system and an all-terrain suspension platform. Stelato G9 Variants and Prices The G9 is available in 10 variants covering EREV and BEV powertrains and five- or six-seat configurations. Trim…

Buick has launched the battery-electric version of its Electra L7 sedan in China, expanding its electric vehicle lineup with an 80.6 kWh battery, a claimed CLTC range of 702 kilometres and 6C fast-charging capability. The Electra L7 BEV is offered in three versions with official prices of 179,900 yuan ($26,510), 199,900 yuan and 209,900 yuan. After launch incentives, the prices are reduced to 169,900 yuan ($25,040), 189,900 yuan and 199,900 yuan. 800-Volt Platform Supports Fast Charging Buick says the Electra L7 BEV is built on an 800-volt high-voltage platform and comes with 6C ultra-fast charging across the range. https://evmagz.com/buick-opens-pre-orders-for-electra-l7-electric-sedan-in-china/ The…

GWM has completed a regulatory filing for an all-electric version of its flagship Wey V9X SUV, advancing plans to expand the model beyond its existing plug-in hybrid configuration. China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) included the battery-electric V9X in its latest batch of vehicle filings released on Friday. The filing follows GWM’s product roadmap announced in May, when the automaker said conventional hybrid and fully electric versions would join the V9X range later in the year. Six-Seat SUV Uses Dual Electric Motors The Wey V9X EV measures 5,299 mm long, 2,025 mm wide and 1,825 mm high, with…

China’s passenger new energy vehicle (NEV) wholesale sales are expected to post their strongest year-on-year growth of 2026 in July, reinforcing signs of continued momentum in the country’s electric vehicle market. Preliminary data released by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) estimates passenger NEV wholesales reached approximately 1.47 million units in July, representing a 23% increase from the same month last year. Compared with June, wholesale sales are estimated to have eased 1% from 1.481 million units, a decline the CPCA described as smaller than typical seasonal trends. NEVs Continue to Outperform Conventional Vehicles According to the CPCA, the overall…

Nio delivered 35,934 vehicles in July, an increase of 70.98% from a year earlier, although deliveries declined 11.49% from June following two consecutive months of growth. The July figure marked the company’s first month-on-month decline in three months after June deliveries reached 40,597 vehicles, the second-highest monthly total in Nio’s history. Deliveries Increase Year-on-Year The main Nio brand delivered 20,008 vehicles in July, up 57.9% from a year earlier but down 8.7% from June. Family-focused brand Onvo delivered 10,155 vehicles, representing a 69.93% year-on-year increase and a 13.52% decline from the previous month. Firefly, Nio’s boutique compact electric vehicle brand,…

General Motors’ Buick brand has started accepting pre-orders for the battery-electric Electra L7 sedan in China, expanding its electrified vehicle lineup in the world’s largest automotive market. The automaker has not yet disclosed the model’s official retail price. Customers who place a pre-order before August 19 are eligible for promotional incentives, including a 1,000-yuan deposit that will be credited as 6,000 yuan toward the vehicle’s final purchase price. Electric Sedan Features 800-Volt Architecture The Electra L7 is built on an 800-volt electrical architecture that Buick says is designed to support high-speed charging and improved vehicle performance. All versions of the…

Li Auto has established a new company in Shanghai with a business scope that includes integrated circuit design and related technology services, a move that expands the Chinese electric vehicle maker’s activities in semiconductor development. Business registration records show that Xinchuang Zhihe (Shanghai) Technology Co., Ltd. was incorporated on July 13 with a registered capital of 100,000 yuan ($14,724). The development was first reported by local media outlet Chedongxi. https://evmagz.com/li-auto-launches-new-li-l6-with-larger-battery-and-updated-smart-driving-system/ New Entity Focuses on Chip Design The company is registered in the Shanghai Free Trade Zone and lists its business activities as including technology development, technical services, integrated circuit chip…

FAW-Volkswagen has filed the ID. AURA T6 battery-electric sport utility vehicle with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), completing a key regulatory step ahead of the model’s expected launch in the second half of 2026. The vehicle appeared in the latest batch of new-vehicle filings released by the ministry on July 10. Two variants of the ID. AURA T6 were included in the filing, with LiDAR available as an optional feature. Two Variants Listed With Different Battery Suppliers According to the regulatory documents, the five-seat midsize SUV measures 4,811 millimeters in length, 1,879 mm in width and 1,648…