Author: Victor Choi

Chinese materials and battery supplier Ganfeng Lithium has started production of a semi-solid-state battery with an energy density of 650 watt-hours per kilogram, while also initiating pilot production of full solid-state battery packs, according to Chinese media reports. Ganfeng, one of the world’s largest lithium processors and a supplier to automakers including Hyundai and Changan, has been expanding into battery manufacturing in recent years. The company is now focusing on next-generation chemistries aimed at higher performance and improved safety compared with conventional lithium-ion cells. The semi-solid-state batteries reportedly use a lithium-alloy, stress-free anode paired with a sulphur cathode and exhibit…

Chinese battery manufacturer Svolt has introduced a redesigned safety architecture in its Dragon Armor 3.0 battery, separating electrical connections from pressure relief channels to better protect passengers in the event of a battery fire, according to a report by CarNewsChina. Battery fires typically result from thermal runaway, a self-accelerating chain reaction inside a cell in which rising temperatures trigger further chemical reactions and heat generation. Once a critical threshold is reached, the process can lead to ignition and the spread of fire to adjacent cells. While prevention remains a priority, Svolt said its latest design focuses on mitigating risks should…

Chinese automaker JETOUR has outlined a comprehensive strategy for hybrid off-road vehicles, combining plug-in hybrid technology with an intelligent four-wheel-drive system across its expanding lineup. The approach centers on three models—the JETOUR T1 PHEV, JETOUR T2 PHEV, and flagship JETOUR G700—all built on a shared technical foundation designed to serve mainstream through premium segments. At the core is the company’s GAIA architecture, which integrates a 2.0-litre turbocharged hybrid engine with a dual DHT transmission and a 210-kW P3 electric motor. In the G700’s “Super Hybrid” configuration, the system delivers a combined output of up to 665 kW with a power…

Mercedes-Benz will recall 19,481 electric vehicles in China due to potential battery safety issues, according to a notice published by the country’s top market regulator, marking another large-scale recall linked to EV battery reliability. The recall affects locally produced EQA and EQB electric SUVs manufactured between April 1, 2021, and March 12, 2024, and will begin on June 25, 2026. The vehicles were built by Beijing Benz, the German automaker’s joint venture with Chinese partner BAIC, and the campaign is being conducted under a defect investigation by the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR). Regulators said variations in the high-voltage…

BYD has released the first official exterior images of the Song Ultra EV, signaling an acceleration in marketing activities for the upcoming electric sport utility vehicle. The Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) maker shared two images of the model on its official Weibo account on Tuesday, highlighting the vehicle’s size and positioning within its Dynasty lineup. The Song Ultra EV is described as the brand’s first B-segment pure-electric SUV under the Dynasty series and the latest addition to the Song family. See also: BYD Sues U.S. Government Over Trump-Era Tariffs, Seeks Refund of Levies Paid According to a vehicle purchase…

BMW has appointed Christian Ach as President and Chief Executive Officer of BMW Group Region China, effective April 1, as the German premium carmaker seeks to stabilise its performance in its most important global market. Ach, who has led BMW’s home market in Germany since March 2024, will relocate to China at a time when foreign premium brands are under growing pressure from domestic automakers and a rapidly expanding local electric vehicle sector. China remains BMW’s largest single market by volume, despite a sharp decline in recent years. See also: BMW Launches 2026 iX1 Electric SUV In China With Equipment…

Xiaomi has filed a new ultra-high-performance variant of its YU7 sport utility vehicle, signalling a further push into the premium electric performance segment, according to a regulatory catalogue released by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The filing reveals a YU7 GT pure-electric SUV with a combined power output of 738 kilowatts, or about 990 horsepower, exceeding the 508 kW output of the most powerful YU7 variant currently on record. The YU7 GT uses a dual-motor setup, with a 288 kW motor at the front and a 450 kW motor at the rear. See also: Xiaomi YU7 GT Electric…

Nio said on Thursday it expects to post its first-ever quarterly profit in the fourth quarter of 2025, under both non-GAAP and GAAP accounting standards, marking a potential turning point for the Chinese electric vehicle maker after years of losses. In a profit alert issued before market open, the company forecast non-GAAP adjusted operating profit of between 700 million yuan ($100 million) and 1.2 billion yuan ($172 million) for the quarter. That would compare with a non-GAAP adjusted operating loss of 5.54 billion yuan recorded in the same period of 2024. See also: Nio Launches Seven-Year Financing Plan as China…

Tesla recorded year-on-year growth in China-made vehicle sales in January, even as deliveries declined from the previous month amid a broader seasonal slowdown in the country’s auto market, industry data showed. Wholesale sales of China-produced Tesla vehicles totaled 69,129 units in January, including domestic sales and exports, according to figures released on Tuesday by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA). The figure marked a 9.32% increase from 63,238 units a year earlier but represented a 28.86% drop from December’s 97,171 units. See also: Tesla Beats Q4 Earnings Expectations as Margins Improve and Energy Business Sets Records Monthly sales declines are…

Geely Auto sub-brand Geely Galaxy has previewed a new plug-in hybrid sport utility vehicle, the M7, as it looks to sustain strong growth in the PHEV segment, the company said. Geely Galaxy released the first images of the M7 on Weibo on Monday, describing the vehicle as a mid-size SUV. The model will be equipped with Geely’s Golden Battery, offering a battery-only range of 225 kilometres. With a full fuel tank and fully charged battery, the company said the M7 will deliver a combined driving range of more than 1,730 kilometres. The M7 will be the second model in Geely…

Nio Inc said it has delivered its 60,000th third-generation ES8 sport utility vehicle, marking a rapid acceleration in deliveries for the model just weeks after surpassing the 50,000-unit milestone. The Chinese electric vehicle maker confirmed the latest delivery on Sunday via a social media post by Yang Bo, head of user operations, who said the vehicle was handed over in Guangzhou. The company is expected to publish its full January delivery figures later on Sunday. See also: Nio Rolls Out Updated NWM Driver Assistance Software in China Nio launched the third-generation ES8 at its annual Nio Day event on Sept.…

Aito, the automotive brand jointly developed by Huawei and Seres Group, has released the first official images of its upcoming M6 sport utility vehicle, signalling an expansion of its lineup in China’s highly competitive SUV market. Aito and Huawei’s Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA) shared multiple exterior images and a short preview video of the M6 on Weibo on Tuesday, offering an early look at the model’s design ahead of its official debut. The M6 adopts Aito’s established family styling, though its front-end design is closer to the entry-level M5 rather than the full-width headlight signature used on higher-end models…