GAC Opens First Overseas Battery Pack Plant in Thailand With $7.5M Investment
GAC Group opened its first overseas battery plant in Thailand, enhancing local production and supporting vehicle manufacturing efforts.
Japanese Automakers’ China Output Drops 32% to Lowest Since 2008 in Apr-Sep
Japanese automakers faced significant production declines in China, with Toyota, Honda, Nissan’s output plummeting drastically.
WeRide, TADA to Launch RHD Robobus Service on Sentosa by Early 2027
WeRide will launch a right-hand-drive Robobus in Singapore by 2027, enhancing on-demand transport services on Sentosa Island.
Li Auto i6 Hits 200K-Unit Production Milestone as 2026 Model Ramps Up
Li Auto produced its 200,000th Li i6 vehicle while ramping monthly capacity targets to 20,000 units by November.
Beijing Hyundai’s First Chinese General Manager to Leave After One Year
Beijing Hyundai General Manager Li Fenggang will leave due to shareholder disagreements, impacting the company’s strategic direction and performance.
Xiaomi Takes 5.34% Stake in Sunwoda EVB, Joins Li Auto as Third-Largest Shareholder
Xiaomi invested RMB 1.7B ($255.21M) for a 5.34% stake in Sunwoda EVB, joining Li Auto (11.17%) as a major shareholder.
Dongfeng, CATL Extend Ties Into Supercharging and Battery-Swap Networks
Dongfeng and CATL have expanded their strategic partnership to include supercharging, battery swapping, and overseas after-sales services developments.
Tesla China Offers Down Payments Starting at $6K in Oct After Sep Sales Surge
Tesla launched a limited-time financing program in China, reducing payments for Model 3 and Model Y.
SAIC’s Q3 Net Profit Drops 76.7% on FX Losses and Fair-Value Changes
SAIC Motor’s Q3 2026 revenue declined 7.34%, with net profit down 76.7%, despite strong overseas vehicle sales growth.
Li MEGA Orders Face CATL Battery Shortage, Drawing Complaints From Buyers
Li Auto is facing customer complaints due to delays in Li MEGA deliveries as CATL batteries are unavailable, prompting battery changes.
