NIO ONVO L60 Gets 106 Upgrades for 2026 Refresh, Launching June 11
NIO's ONVO L60 receives 106 upgrades for its 2026 refresh, launching June 11. Improvements span smart driving, interior materials, chassis tuning, and noise isolation.
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CATL Sodium-Ion Battery Enters Mass Production, Targeting 160 Wh/kg by 2026
CATL confirms first-generation sodium-ion battery enters mass production, targeting 160 Wh/kg energy density. Commercial EV deployment expected H2 2026 with 20-30% cost savings versus LFP.
China’s First Solid-State Battery Standard Due July 2026
China is preparing to introduce its first national solid-state battery standard in July 2026, as BYD, Chery, and Dongfeng race to deploy the technology in vehicles with ranges approaching 1,600 kilometers.
China NEV Penetration Hits Record 62.5% in May 2026
China's new energy vehicle penetration reached a record 62.5% in May 2026, with wholesale NEV sales hitting 1.36 million units as the market achieved double-digit year-over-year and month-over-month growth for the first time this year.
NIO ES9 Launches at About $73K: 900V Flagship SUV
NIO has launched the ES9 executive flagship SUV starting at 498,000 yuan (about $73,300), featuring a 900V platform, 620km CLTC range, Shenji NX9031 chip, and Tianxing active chassis with rear-wheel steering.
Xiaomi YU7 GT: 990 HP, Nurburgring SUV Record, $57,290
Xiaomi has launched the YU7 GT performance SUV with 990 horsepower, a 7:22.755 Nurburgring lap record for production SUVs, and a starting price of 389,900 yuan ($57,290), targeting the premium performance segment.
CATL Opens World’s Largest Energy Storage Testbed in Xiamen
CATL has launched the world's largest energy storage testbed at its Xiamen facility, marking a new era of real-world validation for grid-scale battery systems as the industry pushes toward standardized testing.
China Robotaxi 2026: Baidu, Pony.ai, WeRide and Commercial Scale
Compare China’s 2026 robotaxi leaders, city permits, prices and commercial evidence—separating paid rides, fleet scale, unit economics and future targets.
BYD in Talks to Take Over Stellantis European Factories
BYD is negotiating with Stellantis and other European carmakers to acquire underutilized factories, preferring independent operation over joint ventures as it accelerates its European expansion.
PHEV vs EV in 2026: Why BYD DM-i Hybrids May Win Overseas
Full EVs are not always the best answer overseas. In 2026, BYD DM-i plug-in hybrids may win buyers where fuel is expensive but charging is uneven.