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#Geely announced that its self-developed artifical intelligence (AI) model and #DeepSeek ’s R1 model have completed integration to “redefine human-computer interaction and intelligent driving in smart cars” as well as “jointly promote the popularization of AI technology in the field of smart cars”.
February 7, 2025 at 3:21 AM
#Xiaomi founder and CEO Lei Jun shared that the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra performance sedan has a sales goal of 10,000 units in 2025. This car will start sales in China in March with a price tag of 814,900 yuan (114,200 USD). According to Lei Jun, the Xiaomi SU7 will have five body color variants.
February 6, 2025 at 2:53 AM
The #Geely Galaxy L6 EM-i is expected to enter the Chinese market on February 15, according to Geely’s East China Sales Network representative. Earlier on January 17, the pre-sale opened with a price range of 89,800 – 116,800 yuan (12,400 – 16,100 USD).
February 5, 2025 at 6:25 AM
In the first month of the year, all Chinese EV makers’s sales were down MoM, with #Geely being an exception. #BYD was down 42%, #Nio 56%, and #Xpeng 17%, while Geely was slightly up 4% compared with December.
February 5, 2025 at 6:08 AM
#Xiaomi filed for a recall plan for 30,931 SU7 electric sedans due to a faulty autonomous parking system. Owners of those vehicles will receive a free OTA update to improve software without having to visit a Xiaomi-authorized after-sales service center.
January 26, 2025 at 8:09 AM
According to Weibo, it’s reported that #BYD has secured 1000 pre-orders for its Atto 3 model in the South Korean market. This comes just a week after the brand officially launched in the country.
January 26, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Dongfeng’s eπ middle-to-high electric brand signed a cooperation agreement with #Huawei to jointly develop a series of new energy vehicles. This partnership aims to enhance the eπ’s sales volume in China as it currently lags behind its main competitors.
January 24, 2025 at 6:44 AM
In Thailand, the number of pure electric vehicle registrations in 2024 was 70,137 units, down 8.1% year-on-year, with a market penetration rate of 14.0%. Among the top ten best-selling brands, seven were Chinese brands, with BYD ranking first in sales throughout the year
January 24, 2025 at 6:33 AM
#Chery launched Jetour Zongheng high-end off-road brand in China. The brand’s first model Jetour Zongheng G700 will enter the Chinese market in Q3 this year. Later, the F700 pickup truck and the G900 SUV with 1,572 hp will start sales domestically.
January 23, 2025 at 6:37 AM
The new #BYD Qin Plus DM-i sedan has arrived in the store in China, powered by BYD’s DM 5.0 PHEV technology. Its price may start at 89,800 yuan (12,300 USD), which is 10,000 yuan (1,375 USD) more expensive than the current model on sale.
January 23, 2025 at 6:36 AM
On January 16th, #BYD held a press conference in Incheon, South #Korea, officially announcing its plans to enter the South Korean auto market. BYD stated that they will introduce three models to the South Korean market this year: BYD Atto 3, BYD Seal, and BYD Sealion 7.
January 17, 2025 at 6:16 AM
On January 15, #BYD announced a partnership with Grab, a Southeast Asian superapp, to provide 50,000 BYD new energy vehicles (NEVs) to Grab driver partners across Southeast Asia. This cooperation marks BYD’s further expansion into the Southeast Asian market.
January 16, 2025 at 5:51 AM
On January 10, #Dongfeng Motor's Southeast Asia marketing center for passenger vehicles held a launch event in Vietnam, During the event, Dongfeng Motor signed a supply agreement with a leading Vietnamese taxi company for 200 electric vehicles.
January 15, 2025 at 3:15 AM
The #Tesla Model Y became the bestselling car in #China in 2024 by selling 480,309 units in twelve months, according to China EV DataTracker. In contrast with most countries, the Model Y’s sales volume in China increased.
January 15, 2025 at 3:04 AM
It was reported on January 13 that Huawei had launched the world’s first commercial pilot of an autonomous parking system at an airport. It is operating at Shenzhen’s Bao’an International Airport.
January 14, 2025 at 9:17 AM
China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) announced that China produced and sold 31.282 million and 31.436 million vehicles in 2024, respectively, a year-on-year increase of 3.7% and 4.5%. In particular, the export volume was 5.859 million vehicles, a year-on-year increase of 19.3%.
January 14, 2025 at 8:58 AM
On January 13th, the South Korean Ministry of Environment granted #BYD’s Atto 3 emissions and noise certifications. The certifications were issued by South Korea’s National Institute of Environmental Research.
January 14, 2025 at 8:40 AM
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China NEV sales at record 1.596 million in Dec, CAAM data show

For the full year of 2024, China's NEV sales amounted to 12.866 million units, contributing 40.9 percent of the total vehicle sales of 31.436 million units. cnev.co/qJk5Fk8 👇
China NEV sales at record 1.596 million in Dec, CAAM data show
For the full year 2024, China's NEV sales amounted to 12.866 million units, contributing 40.9 percent of the total vehicle sales of 31.436 million units.
cnev.co
January 13, 2025 at 7:33 AM
2024 has officially ended, emerging new energy vehicle (NEV) manufacturers have subsequently announced their annual performance numbers. Li Auto, HIMA (Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance), and GAC Aion claimed the top three spots, and their annual sales collectively exceeded 350,000 vehicles
January 13, 2025 at 7:57 AM
On January 10, when the new #Tesla Model Y “Juniper” was launched in China, 50,000 orders were placed that day, according to a Chinese auto blogger 长三角行健者. Additionally, a Tesla China salesperson said his store received nearly 300 orders on the 10th.
January 13, 2025 at 7:13 AM
On January 9 it was reported that Great Wall is creating a new super luxury brand. Currently it is just known by the code name BG. The brand is another attempt by a Chinese producer to create more premium cars. It will likely form Great Wall’s equivalent to BYD’s Yangwang brand.
January 10, 2025 at 3:06 AM
In 2024, Great Wall Motor (GWM) sold 29,218 vehicles in Brazil, up 154% year-on-year compared to the 11,479 vehicles sold in 2023. The growth was mainly contributed by the #Haval H6 and #Ora 03.
January 9, 2025 at 9:17 AM
On January 8, Huang Zhaogen, general manager of #Chery Exeed Marketing, announced that the Exeed Exlantix ET for the overseas market officially rolled off the production line in China and will enter more than 20 countries in 2025.
January 9, 2025 at 9:13 AM
#Zeekr, the premium EV brand under Geely, has released teaser images of the 007 GT wagon. It will be available in four variants, with prices expected to start at 209,900 yuan (28,650 USD)
January 8, 2025 at 9:30 AM
#BYD will launch a number of new models in South Africa in 2025, including the Shark plug-in hybrid #pickup truck. The company aims to strengthen its market positions in both passenger and commercial car markets.
January 7, 2025 at 7:40 AM