South Korea Strips BYD of $1,400 EV Subsidy
BYD is excluded from South Korea’s electric vehicle subsidy program, jeopardizing its competitive edge against eligible brands like Hyundai and Tesla.
France Car Registrations Rise 11% as Chinese Brands Lift Share to 7.2%
France’s car registrations rose 11.37% in June 2026, with electrification dominating market trends amid moderate recovery.
Li Auto Reshuffles Product Team Amid Intensifying EV Competition
Li Auto plans a restructuring to enhance efficiency in product development and decision-making, amidst growing competition in China’s new-energy vehicle market.
Leapmotor Major Shareholders Lift Stake Again After Record June Deliveries
Leapmotor’s controlling shareholders boosted their stake again amid record vehicle deliveries and upcoming product launches.
Italy June Auto Sales Grow 10.6% as Chinese Brands Grab 13.3% Share
In June 2026, Italy’s vehicle registrations increased year-on-year, driven largely by rising Chinese brand presence, notably BYD and MG.
Huawei, BYD, Tesla-Backed China L2 ADS Standard Takes Effect
China’s new L2 driver-assistance standard, effective January 1, 2027, enhances safety regulations industry-wide.
BYD Energy Storage Signs Poland’s Largest BESS Project at 2.4 GWh
BYD Energy Storage partners with Greenvolt for a 600 MW battery project in Poland, enhancing renewable energy integration and grid stability.
BYD June Passenger Sales Hit 397.3K, Overseas Deliveries Jump 95%
BYD’s June sales hit 397.3K units, driven by overseas demand, while emphasizing growth in battery-electric vehicles and new models.
Leapmotor Extends China EV Startup Lead in June as NIO, XPeng, Li Auto Diverge
June delivery rankings reflect varied automaker performances, with Leapmotor leading new entrants, while others face challenges in competition and sales growth.
CATL Expands Chocolate Battery-Swap Network to 2,000 Stations
CATL rapidly expands its battery swapping network, aiming for 3,000 stations while competing with established player NIO.
