Author: Jason Zhao

Denza has submitted a new battery-electric N8 sport utility vehicle for regulatory approval in China, reviving a model name that previously appeared as a plug-in hybrid. The vehicle was included in the latest batch of new model filings published by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on July 10. The documents list three battery-electric variants of the N8 ahead of its expected market introduction. New N8 Adopts Battery-Electric Platform According to the filing, the new N8 measures 5,150 millimeters in length, 1,999 mm in width and 1,820 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,075 mm. The model…

Nio has begun nationwide deliveries of its new five-seat ES8 sport utility vehicle in China, one day after the model officially went on sale, as the electric vehicle maker broadens its offering in the premium large SUV market. The company announced on its social media platforms that deliveries started immediately following the vehicle’s launch. Nio founder, chairman and chief executive William Li and company president Qin Lihong attended the handover ceremony for the first group of customers. The five-seat ES8 is offered in two variants. The Executive Luxury model starts at 382,800 yuan for a full-vehicle purchase or 274,800 yuan…

Xiaomi’s electric vehicle division has confirmed that Sky Nomad will be introduced as a new vehicle series rather than a standalone sub-brand, while revealing the exterior design of its first model for the first time. The company announced the update through its official Weibo account, describing Sky Nomad, also referred to as Xiaomi Pengcheng, as a new product line within Xiaomi EV. Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Lei Jun said the company’s existing SU7 and YU7 models were designed as “driver’s cars,” while the Sky Nomad series will focus on creating an “intelligent, transformable large-space SUV.” “These are two different…

China’s retail sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) declined from a year earlier for the sixth consecutive month in June, although exports continued to expand rapidly, according to data released by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA). The CPCA reported that NEV retail sales totaled 1.007 million units in June, representing a 9.4% decline from the same month a year earlier. Compared with May, however, sales increased 6.0%, marking the first time this year that monthly NEV retail sales exceeded one million units. Despite the decline in sales, the NEV retail penetration rate remained high at 62.8%, up 9.5 percentage…

Nio plans to begin construction of a new battery research and development center in Shanghai during the second half of 2026 as the electric vehicle manufacturer strengthens its technology development capabilities. According to an article published by a WeChat account affiliated with Shanghai’s Jiading district government, the new facility will focus on research and development of next-generation power battery technologies, reinforcing Nio’s strategy of combining vehicle manufacturing in Anhui Province with research operations in Shanghai. Battery Research Center Planned The new project will include 31 lithium battery testing laboratories, one lithium-ion battery cell pilot production line, and one battery pack…

Avatr Technology has renewed its application for a Hong Kong initial public offering (IPO), updating its prospectus with financial results through the end of 2025 as the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer continues its push toward a main board listing. The company, jointly backed by Changan Automobile, Huawei and CATL, refiled its application with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange after its previous prospectus expired in May following the end of its six-month validity period. IPO Process Moves Forward The updated filing indicates that Avatr remains committed to completing a Hong Kong listing, while providing investors with revised financial and operating information.…

Huawei-backed luxury automotive brand Maextro has unveiled its first ultra-luxury multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs), the V800 and V680, marking the brand’s expansion beyond its flagship S800 sedan. The two seven-seat MPVs entered pre-sales during the launch event for the Maextro S800 Grand Design and are scheduled for official market launch in early August. Premium MPVs Enter Pre-Sales The Maextro V800 is priced between 800,000 yuan (US$117,810) and 1.2 million yuan, while the slightly smaller V680 is offered from 650,000 yuan to 900,000 yuan. Customers placing pre-orders will receive a 20,000-yuan option package incentive. Both models feature a seven-seat cabin layout and…

Huawei’s advanced driver-assistance technology package will become more expensive for Chinese consumers starting in July, as rising global chip and memory costs ripple through the automotive industry. According to Lanjinger reports, discounts on Huawei’s Qiankun ADS advanced driver-assistance package will be reduced from July 1, increasing the effective purchase price for customers by about 3,000 yuan ($440) after automaker subsidies are taken into account. Discount Adjustments Increase Consumer Cost Huawei’s Qiankun ADS Max and Ultra packages carry an official retail price of 36,000 yuan. However, the company has typically offered promotional discounts that lowered the purchase price to 32,000 yuan.…

Xiaomi’s electric vehicle division delivered more than 30,000 vehicles in May, extending a streak of strong monthly sales performance as the company continues to expand its presence in China’s competitive electric vehicle market. The Beijing-based technology company announced the delivery milestone on social media platform Weibo on June 1, although it did not disclose a specific figure. Detailed delivery data is expected to be released later this month through the China Passenger Car Association’s monthly market report. Delivery Momentum Continues The latest result follows April deliveries of 36,702 vehicles, one of the company’s strongest monthly performances since entering the automotive…

CATL plans to launch a range of mass-produced sodium-ion battery products this year as the company expands commercialization of alternative battery chemistries aimed at reducing reliance on lithium-based materials. The announcement was made by Wu Kai, Chief Scientist at CATL and an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, during the 2026 Equipment Powerhouse Forum on May 30, according to reports from Sina. Sodium-Ion Production Moves Forward Wu said the company has resolved key manufacturing challenges associated with sodium-ion battery production, paving the way for broader commercial deployment. Sodium-ion batteries have attracted industry interest because they utilize more abundant raw…

CATL has partnered with logistics operator DST to launch what the companies describe as China’s first standardized battery swap ecosystem for light-duty trucks. The first batch of battery-swappable logistics trucks has already been delivered and deployed into urban logistics operations, CATL said on Monday. The system uses CATL’s “Choco-swap” battery exchange technology, which the company said can complete battery replacement in approximately 120 seconds. According to CATL, the model could save more than 2,000 hours of refueling time over an eight-year vehicle lifecycle, while energy replenishment costs are estimated at roughly half those of conventional fuel-powered light trucks. The modular…

Volkswagen has launched the new ID. UNYX 07 electric sedan and the updated ID. UNYX 06 sport utility vehicle in China as the automaker seeks to strengthen its position in the country’s highly competitive electric vehicle market. Both models, produced by Volkswagen Anhui, officially went on sale on Saturday. The ID. UNYX 07 sedan starts at 109,900 yuan ($16,170) after limited-time promotional incentives for orders placed before June 1, compared with a suggested retail price of 129,900 yuan. The updated ID. UNYX 06 SUV has a suggested retail price starting at 149,900 yuan, with temporary discounts lowering the entry price…