Author: Victor Choi

Foxtron has unveiled the Cavira electric SUV, marking a significant step in the company’s transition from contract manufacturing to selling vehicles under its own brand. The new battery-electric model will debut in Taiwan before expanding to Australia and New Zealand later this year, with additional international markets planned in the future. Founded in 2020 by Foxconn and Taiwan-based Yulon Motor, Foxtron was originally established to develop electric vehicle platforms and manufacturing solutions for global automakers. The Cavira now becomes the company’s second production vehicle sold under the Foxtron brand. Mid-Size SUV Positioned for Global Markets The Cavira enters the market…

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng plans to expand its manufacturing partnership with Magna Steyr by adding a fourth vehicle program to its European production operations in Graz, according to statements from senior company executives. The move builds on Xpeng’s existing collaboration with the Austrian contract manufacturer, which currently produces the G6 and G9 electric SUVs as well as the P7+ electric sedan for European markets. While the company confirmed that a fourth model will be added to the production line, it has not disclosed which vehicle will be selected. Expanding European Manufacturing Xpeng began local production of the G6 and…

Voyah delivered 13,003 vehicles in May, representing a 30% increase from a year earlier and reinforcing its position among China’s leading premium new energy vehicle brands. The premium electric vehicle marque, owned by Dongfeng Motor, reported cumulative deliveries of 62,041 units during the first five months of 2026, up 35% year-on-year and significantly outpacing overall industry growth. Retail Expansion Continues Voyah continued to expand its physical sales and service network during May, adding seven Voyah Space stores, three full-service user centers and one delivery center across 11 major cities. By the end of May, the company’s offline network covered more…

Chinese automaker Seres Group is preparing to launch a new automotive brand through a joint venture with ByteDance’s cloud and artificial intelligence unit Volcengine, according to local media Lanjinger reports. The new business, named Chongqing Saidou Technology Co Ltd, is expected to be officially unveiled on June 9, including the launch of its brand identity and logo. New Venture Receives Major Funding The company was formerly known as Landian Technology, a subsidiary of Seres, before undergoing a significant ownership restructuring. Following a recent capital increase, Saidou raised approximately RMB 6.67 billion ($985 million), attracting investment from several strategic partners. Chongqing…

Tesla’s China operations posted strong growth in May, with wholesale vehicle shipments rising sharply from a year earlier as the U.S. electric vehicle maker benefited from improving momentum in the world’s largest EV market. Tesla China delivered 85,982 vehicles on a wholesale basis in May, up 39.4% from the same month last year and 8.2% higher than in April, according to data released by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA). The result marks Tesla China’s highest monthly wholesale volume so far in 2026 and signals a recovery after a month-on-month decline recorded in April. Shanghai Factory Drives Growth During the…

Cadillac has launched the LYRIQ-V in China with a starting price of RMB 399,900 (approximately US$59,100), introducing the brand’s first locally produced V-Series model in the country and its first all-electric V-Series sport utility vehicle. The company said production will be limited to 124 units, marking Cadillac’s 124th anniversary. The launch also coincides with the brand’s entry into Formula 1, which Cadillac said reflects its efforts to connect its motorsport heritage with its expanding electric vehicle portfolio. Electric Powertrain Delivers High Performance The LYRIQ-V is equipped with a silicon carbide dual-motor all-wheel-drive system that incorporates technologies such as dual-sided water…

Li Auto reported lower vehicle deliveries in May as competition in China’s electric vehicle market continued to intensify, prompting the company to accelerate model updates and expand its international presence. The company delivered 33,350 vehicles in May, down 18.4% from a year earlier and 2.2% lower than in April, according to figures released on Monday. Deliveries for the first five months of the year totaled 162,577 vehicles, a decline of 3.0% compared with the same period in 2025. As of May 31, Li Auto’s cumulative deliveries had reached 1.7 million vehicles. Li i6 Remains a Bright Spot Despite the broader…

Zeekr delivered a record 34,377 vehicles in May, extending the premium electric vehicle brand’s growth streak in China as demand for its higher-end models continued to strengthen. The May total represented an 81.8% increase from a year earlier and an 8.2% rise from April, according to figures released by the company. Deliveries during the first five months of the year reached 143,201 vehicles, up 93.4% from the same period in 2025. The performance highlights Zeekr’s growing presence in China’s premium electric vehicle market, where competition among domestic automakers continues to intensify. Premium Models Drive Growth Zeekr said the average transaction…

Zeekr has launched an additional allocation of its limited-edition 001 Fifth Anniversary Edition in China, offering a series of purchase incentives aimed at attracting buyers in the premium electric vehicle segment. The special edition model retains its official suggested retail price of 365,000 yuan (US$53,920), with customers who place deposits by May 31 eligible for several temporary purchase benefits. Purchase Incentives Introduced According to the company, buyers can receive an 8,000 yuan purchase tax subsidy, a 5,000 yuan trade-in subsidy, a 5,000 yuan insurance subsidy and a 5,000 yuan optional equipment allowance. Additional benefits include an exclusive commemorative gift box,…

Chinese technology company Xiaomi reported higher revenue from its electric vehicle business in the first quarter of 2026, although the division returned to an operating loss after achieving profitability in the second half of last year. Xiaomi delivered 80,856 electric vehicles during the January-March period, up 6.6% from a year earlier. The company currently sells two models, the Xiaomi SU7 sedan and the Xiaomi YU7 sport utility vehicle, which was introduced in mid-2025. The latest deliveries brought Xiaomi’s cumulative EV sales to nearly 500,000 units since the launch of its automotive business two years ago. By the end of 2025,…

Northern Irish bus manufacturer Wrightbus has secured an order from Hong Kong public transport operator Citybus for 20 battery-electric 6×2 StreetDeck Electroliner double-deck buses. The order marks the first international contract for Wrightbus’s new triple-axle StreetDeck Electroliner model, the company said. The 12-metre buses will be manufactured at Wrightbus’s facility in Malaysia and are scheduled for delivery in 2027 as part of the company’s expansion strategy in the Asia-Pacific region. According to Wrightbus, the contract was awarded following an open tender process in which Citybus evaluated both technical performance and commercial value. The agreement is valued at approximately £7 million.…

Nio said its boutique compact EV brand Firefly has delivered its 60,000th vehicle, marking a new milestone for the urban-focused electric vehicle brand. The achievement comes less than two months after Firefly reached the 50,000-delivery milestone on March 29 and about 13 months after the launch of its first and currently only model, the Firefly EV. Firefly is positioned as a premium compact electric vehicle brand targeting urban commuting consumers in China’s competitive EV market. The delivery milestone comes shortly after Firefly released a major over-the-air software update, identified as the Aster 1.5.0 system version. According to the company, the…