Xiaomi Sky Nomad N90 Spotted With Built-In Tent and 500 km EREV Range
Xiaomi’s first full-size SUV — the Sky Nomad N90 — has been spotted testing in China, revealing a 500+ km extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) with…
Overseas Markets
Chinese EV overseas market coverage across Europe, Southeast Asia, Latin America, Middle East, tariffs, local production, exports, and brand expansion.
Stellantis-Backed Leapmotor Hits 1.5 Million Global Deliveries as Export Network Expands
Leapmotor has crossed the 1.5 million cumulative global delivery milestone, the Stellantis-backed Chinese EV maker announced, marking accelerating growth for one of China’s fastest-rising electric…
CATL Files Two Safety Patents to Harden EV Batteries Against Fire as Insurance Costs Soar
CATL, the world’s largest EV battery manufacturer, has secured two new utility patents designed to physically prevent thermal runaway during collisions — a direct response…
BYD Hits 5% UK Market Share as 100,000th Vehicle Delivered, First Flash Charger Goes Live
BYD has crossed a significant milestone in one of Europe’s most competitive auto markets: the Chinese EV giant delivered its 100,000th vehicle in the United…
Leapmotor C10/C11/C16 Launch Updated SUVs With 800V, LiDAR and Stellantis Global Reach
Leapmotor officially launches its updated C10, C11, and C16 SUVs today, June 16, marking the most significant refresh of the three models that account for…
GAC AION V Enters UK Market at £36,450 as Chinese EV Brands Target Europe
GAC launches AION V electric SUV in the UK from £36,450 with 310-mile range, partnering with Jameel Motors and opening a London flagship store as Chinese EV brands accelerate their European expansion.
BYD Overseas Sales Hit Record 160,000 in May 2026 as International Markets Drive 42% of Total Volume
BYD exported a record 160,644 vehicles in May 2026—a stunning 80% year-on-year increase that propelled overseas markets to account for 42% of total sales. The milestone underscores BYD's transformation from domestic powerhouse to global automaker.
China NEV Exports Smash Record 54% Share in May 2026 as BYD Leads 424K Shipments
China NEV exports hit 424,000 units in May 2026, claiming a record 54% of total passenger-car exports. BYD led with 155,944 units as NEV export share crossed the 50% threshold for the first time.
Indonesia Launches Full VAT Exemption for EVs With 40% Local Content Mandate From June 2026
Indonesia's June 2026 EV policy offers full 11% VAT exemption for qualifying BEVs, but only if they meet a 40% local content (TKDN) requirement. With TKDN rising to 60% by 2027 and 80% by 2030, Chinese automakers face a build-local-or-lose-access choice.
EU’s Industrial Acceleration Act: New Rules Target Chinese EVs Where Tariffs Failed
EU's Industrial Acceleration Act proposes tying all EV subsidies to a 'Made in Europe' battery standard — explicitly excluding China. With tariffs failing to slow imports, Brussels is rewriting the rules for corporate fleets, procurement, and CO2 credits.