China Car Sales Drop 23% in First 3 Weeks of June; NEV Share Hits 63.8%
Passenger vehicle retail sales in China declined 23% year-on-year in June, although demand is gradually improving with NEVs driving market growth amid challenging conditions.
China’s EV Charging Infrastructure Hits 22.5 Million Units by End-May
China’s EV charging infrastructure grew 44.9% year-on-year to 22.497 million connectors by May 2026, driven by private installations.
BMW i3, i4 Owners Report Battery Replacement Alerts below 10K km
A battery warning on low-mileage BMW EVs ignites concerns over reliability, prompting owner inquiries and demands for clarity from BMW China.
Changan Nevo Q05 to Enter Uzbekistan Market on June 26
Q05 is scheduled to enter Indonesia and selected Latin American markets between July and September, followed by further expansion into European countries after October.
China Expands Auto Consumption Drive Amid Record 370 Million Vehicle Parc
China’s automotive industry is entering a period of intensified policy support, creating a multi-layered tailwind for the sector.
Denza N8L Megawatt Flash-Charge Edition Launches from $46.9K
Denza launched the 2026 N8L Flash-Charge Edition to enhance competitiveness in China’s premium SUV market, featuring significant battery and charging upgrades.
Li Auto Launches New-Gen L8 With Premium Five-Seat Redesign
Li Auto’s L8 redefines the five-seat flagship SUV with luxury features, enhanced comfort, and advanced technology.
L2+ ADAS in 87.4% of China’s New Energy Passenger Cars in Jan-April
China’s NEV market sees rising ADAS adoption and sales, with intelligent driving features becoming standard as competition shifts to software and efficiency.
Baidu’s Apollo Go Overtakes Waymo to Lead Global Robotaxi Rankings
Baidu’s Apollo Go ranked first in Robotaxi operations, surpassing Waymo, highlighting China’s emerging dominance in the industry.
ECARX Takes Control of Flyme Software Unit for $266 Million
ECARX acquires Flyme software from DreamSmart Group for $266M, enhancing its automotive technology portfolio and operational integration.
