The GAC Group has commissioned a facility for the production of solid-state batteries. According to Chairman Feng Xingya, it is currently producing small batches of “automotive-grade solid-state cells with capacities above 60 Ah”. The company plans mass production for 2027-2030. Read more…
SAIC partner Qingtao produces solid-state batteries in Anting
SAIC partner Qingtao Power has reportedly brought its new production line for pure solid-state batteries in Anting, China, into operation. SAIC expects to receive regular series deliveries of batteries from Qingtao’s production from 2027 onwards. Read more…
VW chief strategist Weckbach set to leave the company
Volkswagen is apparently losing its chief strategist Stefan Weckbach. Apparently, the manager is set to move to a competitor, which is now causing some discord in Wolfsburg. Read more…
UK moves to secure critical minerals
The UK government has released a new “Critical Minerals Strategy” aimed at cutting dependence on foreign suppliers and securing materials essential for, for example, electric vehicles. The plan includes producing 10% of national mineral demand domestically and at least 50,000 tonnes of lithium by 2035. Read more…
Nissan announces UK prices for the new Leaf
With the introduction of Nissan’s newest Leaf generation, prices for the UK have been announced. The base price for the Leaf now starts from £32,249, and qualifies for the £3,750 discount under the Electric Car Grant. Read more…
Huawei-backed Aito plans to launch new SUV model M6 in Q2 2026
The Aito M6 is expected to target the RMB 250,000 ($35,180) segment family SUV market, according to a local media report.
Aito will launch a facelifted M9 next year and introduce a longer-wheelbase M9L variant.
AUDI, Not Audi, Wants To Make An EV SUV
Times are tough in China, so the German automaker is trying everything it can to boost sales. Lire la suite…
Xpeng asks suppliers to increase materials for X9 EREV as orders strong, report says
Xpeng has sent a memo to its suppliers requesting materials for an additional 5,000 X9 EREVs by year-end, according to a local media report.
The move aims to address robust order demand following the X9 EREV’s launch and ensure uninterrupted delivery schedules, a supply chain source said.
BYD leads the global EV race as Tesla slips away
The world’s shift to battery power is accelerating, and the fight for supremacy in the EV market is tighter than ever. New figures show global sales of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), which include all battery-powered and plug-in hybrid models, hit 5.39 million units in the third quarter of this year. This is an impressive 31% increase from the same time… Read more…
Changan takes over former Hyundai factory in China
Changan has taken over a Beijing Hyundai factory in Chongqing and will use it to produce vehicles for its Deepal brand in future. The main aim is to increase production capacity, as Changan is reaching its limits. Read more…
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IM Motors launches LS6 SUV in New Zealand
The right-hand-drive LS6 has been rebranded as the IM6 in New Zealand, with deliveries set to begin in December.
The model starts at NZ$66,900 ($37,490) in New Zealand.
UK weighs higher EV incentives while considering new road-usage tax
The British government will likely increase subsidies for electric vehicles and secure them until 2030. And it could introduce a new per-mile tax on EVs at the same time – a levy that is meant to mirror the fuel duty on petrol and diesel cars. Read more…
Ford Trucks’ First Electric Big Rig Has Up To 186 Miles Of Range
The new F-Line E can be fitted with up to four battery packs totaling 314 kWh of usable energy. Lire la suite…
Leapmotor A10 debuts in China – Europe to follow soon
Chinese carmaker Leapmotor has unveiled its new A10 model at the Guangzhou Auto Show. Customers can now place pre-orders for the compact BEV, which in its most expensive version is set to cost less than 100,000 yuan (about €12,200). Leapmotor plans to offer the A10 outside China as well, although under a different name. Read more…
Changan takes over Hyundai’s China plant to produce Deepal-branded cars
Changan has taken over Beijing Hyundai’s Chongqing plant, which has now been converted into Deepal production lines.
Changan’s 2025 sales target is three million units, and its production capacity is already tight.
BYD leads global BEV market with 15.4% share in Q3, followed by Tesla at 13.4%
BYD retained its position as the top BEV seller in the third quarter with a 15.4 percent global share, though sales declined compared to the second quarter.
In the global PHEV market, BYD maintained its leading position with a 27.9 percent market share.
BYD launches Yuan Up DM-i hybrid SUV in Europe instead of its home market in China
The BYD Yuan Up DM-i, rebranded as Atto 2 DM-i in Europe, is the first PHEV model in the Yuan family and is unavailable in China.
The Yuan Up DM-i offers a battery range of up to 90 km, with a combined range of up to 1,000 km when fully fueled and charged.
2026 BYD Han L brings over 700 km of range and 1,000 HP for less than $30,000
The new 2026 BYD Han L was just unveiled at the 2025 Guangzhou Auto Show. This sleek sedan is challenging the notion that high-performance EVs must cost a fortune as it arrives with new styling, high-tech features, and a shocking starting price. For Chinese buyers looking at a new EV, the entry ticket starts at approximately €23,400 and tops out… Read more…
Homeowners share surprising, real-world data after installing solar panels
Are you wondering what kind of results you’d get if you added a home solar system to your roof? Homeowners are sharing their results online — and the real-world data might surprise you. Read more…
