Author: Jackson Han

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Nio posted strong vehicle deliveries in September, continuing its upward momentum. The company delivered 21,181 units, making it the second-highest monthly total in its history, just behind June’s record of 21,209. This marks the fifth consecutive month where Nio’s group-wide deliveries exceeded 20,000 units. The majority of these came from the main Nio brand, with 20,349 vehicles delivered, while its new sub-brand Onvo contributed 832 units. Compared to September last year, the company’s deliveries rose by 35.42% and increased by 4.98% from August. For the third quarter, Nio achieved record-breaking deliveries of 61,855 vehicles, within its…

Tesla’s Megafactory in Shanghai has reached 60% completion just four months into construction, positioning the facility to begin production of the Megapack, Tesla’s utility-scale battery energy storage product, in early 2025. Situated in the Lingang New Area of Shanghai, the Megafactory is strategically located near Tesla’s existing Gigafactory in the region. This will mark Tesla’s first Megafactory outside North America, with its other facility located in Lathrop, California. According to Tesla’s latest update, production of Megapacks at the Shanghai facility is anticipated to commence in the first quarter of 2025. Once fully operational, the Megafactory will have an annual production…

Leapmotor, a Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, delivered 33,767 vehicles in September, marking its second consecutive month with more than 30,000 deliveries and its fourth straight month of record-setting figures. This represents a significant 113.72% increase compared to 15,800 deliveries in September 2023, and an 11.42% rise from August’s 30,305 units. In the third quarter of 2024, Leapmotor delivered 53,286 vehicles, making it the company’s second-highest quarterly result, following its record of 55,328 vehicles in the fourth quarter of 2022. Deliveries in the first nine months of the year totaled 172,861, reflecting a 97.6% increase compared to the same period in…

Zeekr reported impressive delivery figures for September, reaching 21,333 vehicles and surpassing its previous record of 20,106 vehicles set in June. This marks the second consecutive month in which Zeekr has delivered over 20,000 vehicles. The latest figures reflect a significant year-on-year increase of 76.99 percent and an 18.42 percent rise compared to August. In total, Zeekr delivered 55,003 vehicles in the third quarter, a 51.13 percent increase year-on-year and a slight 0.35 percent increase from the previous quarter. Although the company had not provided guidance for quarterly deliveries previously, it has set an ambitious target of 230,000 vehicles for…

BYD has introduced the BYD Shark hybrid pickup truck in Panama, marking its first hybrid vehicle in the Latin American market. This launch comes amid a significant rise in the pickup truck segment within the country, according to Eduardo López de Victoria, general manager of BYD Central America and the Caribbean. “The pickup truck market has shown considerable growth in recent years,” said López de Victoria in a recent announcement. He emphasized that pickup models cater to both business and personal needs, highlighting that the BYD Shark is designed to meet the demand for an innovative mobility experience. The Shark…

BYD announced a recall of nearly 100,000 electric vehicles (EVs) due to potential fire hazards. The company will initiate the recall starting from September 30, 2024, involving 96,714 Dolphin and Yuan Plus models sold in China, according to a statement posted on the website of China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) today. This move is one of the rare instances where BYD has issued a large-scale recall, highlighting its commitment to ensuring the safety and reliability of its vehicles. The recall involves two different BYD operating entities and covers two batches of vehicles. The first group of 87,762 Dolphin…

Chinese automotive group Dongfeng has unveiled its latest electric saloon, the Xinghai S7, under the Forthing brand. This model is being touted as the most aerodynamic production electric vehicle (EV) globally and is set to make its way into the European market. The Xinghai S7 is powered by a 56.8 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery that energizes a 160 kW rear-wheel drive system, delivering a torque of 310 Nm. According to Dongfeng, the vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.67 seconds, with a Chinese Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle (CLTC) range of 555 kilometers. In addition…

Chinese automaker BYD is pursuing an extension of tariff relief for electric vehicle (EV) imports from the Mexican government as it aims to establish a manufacturing facility in the country. In an interview with the newspaper Reforma, Jorge Vallejo, BYD’s country head, expressed the company’s intention to negotiate the continuation of a decree that exempts 15% to 20% of tariff payments on EVs imported from nations without a trade agreement with Mexico. This decree is set to expire at the end of the month, coinciding with the departure of President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador. Vallejo stated, “The proposal to the…

Dongfeng Honda, a collaboration between Japan’s Honda and China’s Dongfeng Motor, has introduced the Lingxi L, marking the debut of its electric vehicle (EV) sub-brand, Lingxi. This launch comes at a critical time as joint venture brands struggle to keep pace with the rapid electrification of the Chinese automotive market. Key Specifications and Features The Lingxi L is a mid-size all-electric sedan with dimensions of 4,830 mm in length, 1,845 mm in width, and 1,503 mm in height, alongside a wheelbase of 2,731 mm. Its pricing starts at RMB 129,800 (approximately $18,500), positioning it competitively against models like BYD’s Qin…

BYD has begun accepting pre-orders for its Xia MPV, following the model’s debut at the Chengdu Auto Show in late August. While the company’s head of sales for the Dynasty lineup, Lu Tian, made the announcement on Weibo, no official pricing details have been released yet. The Xia MPV is set to expand BYD’s product offerings, which currently include its Dynasty and Ocean series, neither of which feature MPVs. The Xia marks a new model series for the BYD brand, aligning with the tradition of naming models after Chinese dynasties. The Xia dynasty, considered the first recorded dynasty in Chinese…

Xpeng has introduced a new variant of its flagship SUV, the G9, aimed at consumers prioritizing power over advanced smart driving capabilities. The G9 650 Pro was launched today with a starting price of RMB 309,900 ($44,150), making it RMB 50,000 (13.89 percent) cheaper than the top-tier G9 650 Max, priced at RMB 359,900. The G9 650 Pro features a dual-motor four-wheel drive system, delivering a combined maximum power of 405 kW and a peak torque of 717 Nm. This variant can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.9 seconds. However, unlike the G9 650 Max, it omits…

The European Union has delayed its vote on imposing special tariffs on electric vehicles imported from China, leaving open the possibility that an agreement may still be reached. Originally expected to take place on September 25, the vote was postponed as negotiations between EU and Chinese representatives continue in Brussels, according to a report by Politico. Despite several rounds of talks, officials have yet to reach an agreement, and it remains unclear whether the extended discussions signal a potential breakthrough. EU officials have not publicly commented on the ongoing negotiations or the possibility of an extension. One option reportedly under…