Li Auto i6 to Launch on September 26, Positioned as a $35,100–42,100 All-Electric SUV
Li Auto previously described the i6 as a versatile product designed for the $35,100–42,100 price segment, with deliveries beginning immediately upon launch.
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China Produces 2.75 Million Vehicles in August, NEV Penetration Reaches 48%
From January to August 2025, China’s auto output totaled 20.83 million vehicles, an 11 % YoY increase, while NEV production reached 9.38 million units—up 31 % YoY.
China’s LiDAR Maker Hesai Signs Over $40 Million Deal with Leading U.S. Robotaxi Company
Under the agreement, Hesai will serve as the company’s exclusive supplier, providing both long-range and short-range LiDAR units, with delivery expected to be completed by the end of 2026.
CAAM Issues Supplier Payment Code, Automakers Commit to 60-Day Settlement Rule
Currently, major automakers including Seres Group, BYD, Xiaomi Auto, NIO, Great Wall, Changan, Chery, GAC, SAIC, Dongfeng, and Li Auto have voiced support for the Code.
NIO Rolls Out Nationwide Shipments of the All-New ES8 Ahead of NIO Day
NIO has begun nationwide shipments of its all-new ES8 ahead of the model’s official launch.
XPeng Starts Local Production in Europe as G6 and G9 Roll Off Assembly Line
XPeng Motors has launched localized production in Europe at Magna’s Graz plant, enhancing its competitiveness with the G6 and G9 models while expanding its overseas presence to 46 countries.
Spy Shots Reveal XPeng’s First MONA-Series SUV
The MONA lineup will include both BEV and EREV versions, with the latter expected to target the sub-RMB 150,000 ($21,000) segment.
Dreame Lands First-Round Financing, Pushes Ahead with Germany EV Plant
Dreame Automotive is selecting a site for its new factory adjacent to Tesla’s German Gigafactory, with the planned facility expected to be 1.2 times the size of Tesla’s Berlin plant.
China’s August Battery Data: CATL and BYD Retain Top Two Positions
In August, CATL led with 26.45 GWh of power battery installations, capturing a 42.35% market share, followed by BYD with 13.02 GWh and a 20.85% share.
Mercedes-Benz’s Solid-State Battery Tested: EQS Prototype Achieves 1,205 km on One Charge
Mercedes-Benz plans to bring the solid-state battery technology to mass production within the next five years.