China Sees 774 Vehicle OTA Updates in April as New-Entrant Brands Slow Pace
China’s OTA updates fell to 774 in April as the market shifted toward more practical functions, with Chinese local brands maintaining stable output, New-entrant brands slowing sharply, and joint-venture (JV) and premium brands gradually catching up
China April Power Battery Output Hits 184 GWh, Installation Rate Slips to 34%
China’s battery output rose to 184GWh in April, yet the EV install rate fell to a record-low 34% as surging energy storage demand diverted capacity. Weak passenger EV demand contrasted with strong electric truck growth, while CATL extended its lead and market concentration increased
BYD Launches DM Hybrid Tech in Indonesia With M6 DM Cross Debut
BYD launches its DM hybrid technology in Indonesia, shifting towards a dual electric and hybrid vehicle strategy.
China EV Charging Infrastructure Reaches 21.96 Million Units by End-April
China added 474,000 EV charging facilities in April 2026, reaching 21.955 million total, led by private installations.
IEA Forecasts Global EV Sales to Rise 15% to 23 Million Units in 2026
The IEA projects global electric vehicle sales will reach 23 million units by 2026, driven by market dynamics and rising oil prices.
China Sweeps Top 10 as Global Storage Battery Shipments Reach 205.52 GWh in Q1 2026
Global energy storage shipments soared in Q1 2026, driven by strong competition and market growth.
Tesla Nears FSD Supervised Launch in China
Tesla launched FSD Supervised in ten regions, notably entering the Chinese market amid regulatory discussions.
XPeng GX Slashes Launch Price by $17,600, Bets on Full-Size SUV Push
The XPeng GX’s pricing and features spark debate, aiming to enter the premium SUV market competitively against rivals.
BYD Enters Japan BESS Market With Haohan Solution
BYD launches Haohan energy storage system in Japan, featuring 14.5MWh units with 2710Ah blade batteries; high-density design cuts container use by 52% and supports large-scale renewable projects
China NEV Passenger Car Retail Sales Fall 12% to 400K Units in May 1–17
China’s passenger vehicle retail sales fell 23% YoY to 680,000 units during May 1–17, as the market cooled following the Labor Day holiday surge.
