CATL has achieved its 2025 goal of deploying 1,000 Choco swap stations and has raised its end-2026 target from 2,500 to 3,000 stations.
CATL’s Qiji Energy heavy-duty truck battery swap network now operates 305 stations.
Xiaomi EV to launch 4 models in 2026, including 2 extended-range SUVs, report says
Xiaomi EV plans to launch the SU7 sedan’s facelift, an executive edition of the SU7, and two extended-range SUVs in 2026, according to a local media report.
Xiaomi EV anticipates substantial production volumes for both its seven-seat and five-seat extended-range SUVs.
Nio Firefly begins deliveries in Austria
Firefly had previously started deliveries in Europe covering the Netherlands, Norway, Belgium, Denmark, and Greece.
Firefly will enter the UK and Thailand markets in 2026.
Nio Firefly begins deliveries in Austria
Firefly had previously started deliveries in Europe covering the Netherlands, Norway, Belgium, Denmark, and Greece.
Firefly will enter the UK and Thailand markets in 2026.
China to continue trade-in subsidies in 2026 to stimulate auto consumption
The 2026 subsidy caps remain unchanged from 2025, though details have been adjusted.
China has allocated RMB 62.5 billion ($8.9 billion) in special ultra-long-term government bonds to support consumer goods replacement programs.
China to continue trade-in subsidies in 2026 to stimulate auto consumption
The 2026 subsidy caps remain unchanged from 2025, though details have been adjusted.
China has allocated RMB 62.5 billion ($8.9 billion) in special ultra-long-term government bonds to support consumer goods replacement programs.
Waymo Ditched Drivers, But It’s Paying People To Close Robotaxi Doors
A Waymo robotaxi will not move if one of its doors is not closed all the way. So the company is paying at least $20 to fix the problem. Lire la suite…
Tesla rolls out its 9 millionth EV globally at Shanghai plant
Tesla today saw the rollout of its 9 millionth EV globally at Giga Shanghai, with the milestone vehicle being a Model Y.
Tesla’s Shanghai factory began construction on January 7, 2019, and commenced operations by the end of 2019.
Outlook 2026: these electric cars will hit the road next year
2026 could be electric fireworks. Faster charging, cheaper models, bold premieres from Audi to VW, Ferrari to Dacia, plus facelifts galore. German brands lead, China pushes, politics lag. One thing’s clear: nobody’s going back to ICE. Read more…
Leapmotor reveals new D99 electric flagship
During its 10th-anniversary celebration in Hangzhou, the Chinese car manufacturer Leapmotor introduced its newest flagship models to the public. The company revealed the D99, which is the brand’s very first MPV. At the same event, the company also shared more details about the D19, a large family SUV that first appeared in October. The Leapmotor D99 is a large vehicle… Read more…
BYD reportedly developing Yuan Max, spy shots emerge
The Yuan series has been one of BYD’s top-selling models, with 47,835 units sold in November.
The Yuan series currently carries a starting price range of RMB 74,800 ($10,700) to RMB 147,800.
Tesla (TSLA) does something unsual ahead of Q4 delivery results
In a surprising move, Tesla (TSLA) has publicly released a delivery consensus for the fourth quarter of 2025 via a press release on its investor relations website. This is a significant departure from the automaker’s standard operating procedure, suggesting it is trying to get ahead of what looks to be a disappointing quarter. Read more…
Voyah’s premium Taishan SUV reaches 5,000 deliveries in 26 days
Voyah launched the Taishan SUV on November 18 with a starting price of RMB 379,900 ($54,240), commencing deliveries on December 4.
Voyah plans to introduce a limited-edition Black Knight version of the Taishan in the first quarter of 2026, priced higher at RMB 509,900.
Voyah’s premium Taishan SUV reaches 5,000 deliveries in 26 days
Voyah launched the Taishan SUV on November 18 with a starting price of RMB 379,900 ($54,240), commencing deliveries on December 4.
Voyah plans to introduce a limited-edition Black Knight version of the Taishan in the first quarter of 2026, priced higher at RMB 509,900.
Ganfeng Lithium faces potential insider trading charges in case dating back 5 years
Ganfeng traded Jiangte Motor shares during a sensitive period involving insider information in August 2020, profiting RMB 1.1053 million ($157,810).
Ganfeng said that the case has been transferred from police in Yichun to the local procuratorate for review on suspicion of insider trading.
Ehang completes maiden public flight of next-gen unmanned eVTOL VT35
Ehang conducted the VT35’s first public flight in Hefei, Anhui, following the October unveiling of this long-range, next-generation unmanned eVTOL.
The official retail price for the VT30 standard edition in the Chinese market is set at 6.5 million RMB ($928,000).
Xpeng previews extended-range G7 SUV with up to 1,704 km ‘world’s longest’ range
The G7 EREV delivers a battery range of 430 km per charge and can add 314 km of range with a 12-minute charge.
The G7 BEV was launched on July 3 this year with a starting price of RMB 195,800 ($27,950).
Google just spent $4.75B chasing power for AI data centers
Alphabet is buying energy and data center developer Intersect for $4.75 billion in cash, plus the assumption of debt – a clear signal that securing power, not just servers, has become one of Google’s biggest bottlenecks as AI demand explodes. Read more…
EV battery leader CATL is gearing up for sodium-ion batteries in 2026
CATL is already dominating the global electric vehicle battery market, but now the company is saying sodium-ion batteries will be widely available by the end of 2026. Read more…
China is running out of critical battery material: here are the countdowns
We talk a lot here at Electrek about the exponential growth of electric vehicles and the massive strain that puts on the battery supply chain. Literally, the majority of that demand and production comes from China. Read more…
