China Mandates World’s First EV Energy-Consumption Standard From 2026
The new standard introduces differentiated electricity-consumption caps by vehicle weight, tightening requirements by about 11% compared with the previous voluntary standard.
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CATL, IAT Forge Partnership on Intelligent Chassis, For Diverse EV Powertrains
The two parties will jointly develop new energy vehicle models covering various powertrain forms such as pure electric and range-extended.
Deepal Completes Over 6.1B Yuan Series C, Changan Retains Control
Deepal targets 2 million global sales by 2030, with overseas sales accounting for 35% and plans to launch 30 new models.
IM Motors Achieves First Full-Cost Profitability in December, Plans LS8 Launch in 2026
IM Motors achieved consecutive quarter-on-quarter sales growth in 2025 and recorded monthly sales above 10,000 units for four consecutive months.
Toyota’s China Sales Fall 12% in Nov, EV Sales Hit 86,928 Units
The performance in the Chinese market was a major factor contributing to Toyota’s global sales decline.
BYD Wins First-Instance Ruling in Defamation Case, Awarded $280,000
BYD has disclosed multiple online infringement cases this year.
XPeng Dominates as Top NEV Brand in 10 Nations, With 161% European Surge
From January to November this year, XPeng’s sales grew 170% year-on-year in the Asia-Pacific region (including China), 161% in Europe, and 66% in the Middle East, with its global sales rising 156% overall.
Porsche China Responds to Reports of Sudden Closure at Zhengzhou Porsche Center
The incident comes as Porsche faces mounting pressure in China, where deliveries fell 26% YoY in the first three quarters.
When the Year-End “Tail-End Effect” Disappears: China Auto Dealers Face a Bleak December
December sales in China’s auto industry are declining, with concerns about lack of incentives and consumer hesitation.
Mercedes-Benz Digital Technology Acquires 3% Stake in Geely-Affiliated AFARI
Mercedes-Benz will further accelerate the localization of its intelligent strategies in China.