SK On has completed its pilot plant for solid-state batteries in South Korea. The manufacturer aims to commercialise sulphide-based batteries by 2029 – one year earlier than originally planned. Read more…
Chery plans to open books for its Hong Kong IPO on Sept 17, targeting $18 billion valuation, report says
Chery passed the Hong Kong Stock Exchange’s listing hearing on September 7 and is expected to begin trading in Hong Kong later this month.
Chery plans to raise between $1.5 billion and $2 billion, potentially making it the largest auto IPO on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange this year.
Geely opens UK order books for the EX5
Geely will start deliveries of its EX5 all-electric SUV in the UK this October, marking the first appearance of the brand on the UK market. Pre-orders for the electric SUV have now started. Priced from £31,990, the model arrives with a 60.2kWh battery and a maximum WLTP range of up to 267 miles. Read more…
Jean-Philippe Parain named new CEO of Mini
BMW Group has announced a series of senior management changes that will take effect on 1 October 2025. Jean-Philippe Parain, currently Head of Sales Region Asia-Pacific, Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa, will become the new CEO of the Mini brand. He succeeds Stefan Richmann, who will assume responsibility for BMW Group Treasury and Investor Relations. Read more…
Jean-Philippe Parain named new CEO of Mini
BMW Group has announced a series of senior management changes that will take effect on 1 October 2025. Jean-Philippe Parain, currently Head of Sales Region Asia-Pacific, Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa, will become the new CEO of the Mini brand. He succeeds Stefan Richmann, who will assume responsibility for BMW Group Treasury and Investor Relations. Read more…
BYD unveils e-bus platform with 1,000 volts and chassis battery
BYD has unveiled the latest generation of its e-bus platform in China, featuring a 1,000-volt system architecture and batteries integrated using a cell-to-chassis design. The company also presented the first series model based on the new platform: the eleven-metre BYD C11, which can accommodate almost 600 kWh of batteries. Read more…
BYD unveils e-bus platform with 1,000 volts and chassis battery
BYD has unveiled the latest generation of its e-bus platform in China, featuring a 1,000-volt system architecture and batteries integrated using a cell-to-chassis design. The company also presented the first series model based on the new platform: the eleven-metre BYD C11, which can accommodate almost 600 kWh of batteries. Read more…
AMG Isn’t Sure If It Wants Another Electric Coupe
Electric two-door sports cars are a rare breed, but AMG might make one (again). Lire la suite…
BYD’s New Electric Bus Can Keep Things In Check During A Tire Blowout
The new e-Bus Platform 3.0 is much more impressive than that, though, with a 1,000-volt battery and trick suspension. Lire la suite…
LiDAR maker Hesai surges on Hong Kong stock market debut
As of this writing, Hesai rose 11 percent to HK$236.2 per share in Hong Kong, with a market capitalization of HK$36 billion.
Hesai raised HK$4.16 billion ($535 million) through the listing, the largest listing in the global LiDAR industry to date.
Voyah’s updated Dream MPV secures over 10,000 orders within 18 hours of launch
Over 50 percent of these orders are for the two highest-priced Ultra variants of the model. Read more…
Voyah’s updated Dream MPV secures over 10,000 orders within 18 hours of launch
Over 50 percent of these orders are for the two highest-priced Ultra variants of the model. Read more…
Download the guide to moisture control in battery dry rooms
Sponsored by Munters. For lithium battery manufacturers, proper moisture control is a critical variable for safety, yield, and cost. And while desiccant dehumidification is the proven way to reach ultra‑low dew points, performance and operating expense also depend on how you design the dry room, and which dehumidifier you select. For success, manufacturers and labs… Read more…
Download the guide to moisture control in battery dry rooms
Sponsored by Munters. For lithium battery manufacturers, proper moisture control is a critical variable for safety, yield, and cost. And while desiccant dehumidification is the proven way to reach ultra‑low dew points, performance and operating expense also depend on how you design the dry room, and which dehumidifier you select. For success, manufacturers and labs… Read more…
Today’s Virtual Conference on EV Engineering schedule: September 16, 2025
This week, Charged is hosting a virtual conference on EV engineering that’s free to attend. The conference includes live webinar sessions with interactive Q&As and on-demand webinars. All of the live sessions will be recorded and available to view after the broadcasts. The recorded videos can be accessed on each session’s registration page. Tuesday, September 16th Webinar Topics:… Read more…
Today’s Virtual Conference on EV Engineering schedule: September 16, 2025
This week, Charged is hosting a virtual conference on EV engineering that’s free to attend. The conference includes live webinar sessions with interactive Q&As and on-demand webinars. All of the live sessions will be recorded and available to view after the broadcasts. The recorded videos can be accessed on each session’s registration page. Tuesday, September 16th Webinar Topics:… Read more…
China EV insurance registrations for week ending Sept 14: Nio Inc 6,170, Tesla 15,350, Xiaomi 9,790
The Nio main brand recorded 2,425 insurance registrations last week, Onvo 2,620, and Firefly 1,125.
Tesla’s insurance registrations in China last week increased by 7.34 percent compared to the previous week’s 14,300 units.
Li Auto to launch i6 electric SUV on Sept 26, targeting monthly sales of up to 10,000 units
Li Auto aims for stable monthly deliveries of 9,000 to 10,000 units for the Li i6, the company’s CEO said earlier this month.
Li Auto is pinning its hopes on its second electric SUV after experiencing significant sales declines this year.
Buick debuts Electra L7 extended-range sedan in China, betting on powertrain that’s been popular for years
The Electra L7 extended-range sedan measures 5 meters long, boasts a battery range of up to 302 km, and delivers 338 horsepower.
Buick is betting on a segment of NEVs that has been popular in China for several years but where competition is becoming exceptionally fierce.
BYD launches e-Bus Platform 3.0 for electric buses, delivering enhanced safety and comfort
The BYD e-Bus Platform 3.0 incorporates multiple new technologies including the DiSus-A body control system and high-speed flat tire stability system.
The all-new C11 bus is the first electric bus built on the e-Bus Platform 3.0, offering a range of up to 730 kilometers.
