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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’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 its DM hybrid technology in Indonesia, shifting towards a dual electric and hybrid vehicle strategy.
China added 474,000 EV charging facilities in April 2026, reaching 21.955 million total, led by private installations.
The IEA projects global electric vehicle sales will reach 23 million units by 2026, driven by market dynamics and rising oil prices.
Global energy storage shipments soared in Q1 2026, driven by strong competition and market growth.
Tesla launched FSD Supervised in ten regions, notably entering the Chinese market amid regulatory discussions.
The XPeng GX’s pricing and features spark debate, aiming to enter the premium SUV market competitively against rivals.