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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…

Xiaomi has taken another step toward expanding its automotive lineup after four models from its new Sky Nomad sport utility vehicle (SUV) series appeared in the latest vehicle filing published by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). The regulatory documents include four extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) models: the N90 Max, N90 Max Camping Edition, N70 and N70 Max. The filing marks the first public disclosure of technical specifications for the Sky Nomad family through China’s vehicle approval process. The submission comes one day after Xiaomi introduced Sky Nomad as its second vehicle series following the SU7 and YU7…

Tesla’s operations in China recorded their strongest monthly wholesale performance of 2026 in June, extending the company’s recovery as demand continued to improve in the world’s largest electric vehicle market. According to data released by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA), Tesla China recorded 89,091 wholesale vehicle sales in June, an increase of 24.43% compared with the same month last year. The figure also represented a 3.62% increase from 85,982 vehicles in May, making June the company’s highest monthly wholesale volume so far this year. Growth Momentum Continues June marked Tesla China’s eighth consecutive month of year-over-year wholesale growth, reversing…

Huawei-backed Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA) delivered 50,624 vehicles in June, down 3.73% from a year earlier, according to figures released by the alliance on Wednesday. The result marked HIMA’s first year-on-year delivery decline since May 2025. However, deliveries increased 9.76% from May, extending its month-on-month growth streak to three consecutive months. First-Half Deliveries Continue to Rise HIMA delivered a total of 242,229 vehicles during the first half of 2026, representing year-on-year growth of 18.74%. Cumulative deliveries across all HIMA brands have now exceeded 1.43 million vehicles. The alliance said this represents the fastest pace among China’s emerging automotive brands…

China’s leading battery manufacturers have pledged to pay suppliers within 60 calendar days under a new industry initiative aimed at improving supply chain stability and addressing excessive competition across the battery sector. The initiative was jointly released by the China Automotive Battery Innovation Alliance (CABIA) and the China Energy Storage Alliance (CNESA), calling on battery manufacturers to complete payments to small and medium-sized suppliers within 60 days of goods being delivered or passing inspection. Eleven battery companies have signed the commitment, including CATL, BYD’s FinDreams Battery, CALB, Eve Energy and Sunwoda. Industry Moves to Shorten Payment Cycles The initiative supports…

Aistaland, the premium electric vehicle brand jointly developed by GAC Group and Huawei, has officially launched its first production model, the GT7, as the partners seek to expand their presence in China’s premium electric vehicle market. The mid-to-large-size battery electric shooting brake is available in five variants, with prices ranging from 209,900 yuan (US$30,880) to 329,900 yuan. The starting price is lower than the 219,900-yuan entry price announced when pre-sales began on May 29. Launch Incentives To encourage early orders, Aistaland is offering limited-time purchase incentives, including deposit credits, priority production scheduling and complimentary interior upgrades. The GT7 targets younger…

Lotus, the premium electric vehicle brand owned by Geely Holding Group, will begin delivering vehicles in Canada next month, marking the arrival of the first Chinese-owned and manufactured electric vehicles under the new China-Canada EV tariff agreement, according to Reuters. China’s Ambassador to Canada, Wang Di, said a delivery ceremony will be held in Montreal after the first shipment arrives. First Chinese EVs Under New Tariff Deal The launch follows an agreement between Canada and China that allows up to 49,000 Chinese electric vehicles to enter the Canadian market annually under a most-favored-nation tariff rate of 6.1%. According to Wang,…

Xpeng Chairman and Chief Executive Officer He Xiaopeng has assumed direct leadership of the company’s robotics division, underscoring the strategic importance of humanoid robots to the Chinese automaker’s long-term growth plans. According to a report by CnEVPost, He announced in an internal letter to employees that he would immediately take on the role of “CEO” of Xpeng’s robotics business, a move aimed at accelerating the unit’s transition from research and development to large-scale commercialization. The decision comes as Xpeng seeks to expand beyond electric vehicles and establish itself as a broader artificial intelligence and robotics company. Robotics Business Nearing Commercialization…

Nio’s battery asset management subsidiary Mirattery has issued a new tranche of green asset-backed securities (ABS), advancing its battery asset securitization strategy and expanding financing channels for China’s growing battery-as-a-service sector. The issuance was completed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange and forms part of a shelf-registered green sci-tech power battery ABS program with a total approved quota of 3 billion yuan ($443 million), according to a company statement released Friday. First Tranche Raises 1 Billion Yuan The first issuance under the program totaled 1 billion yuan, with the priority A1 tranche of 150 million yuan priced at a coupon rate…