Leapmotor CEO Zhu Jiangming Sees China’s EVs Replacing ICEs Within Four Years
Zhu Jiangming forecasts that within a decade, 90–95% of vehicles in China will be electric, while global electrification will reach 60–70% over the same period.
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Toyota Refutes Reports of Unified Sales Channels in China, Says Pilot Limited to Few Cities
Toyota’s China sales have declined for three consecutive years since 2022.
WeRide’s Robotaxi GXR Named to Fortune China’s Best Design List
WeRide now operates autonomous driving development, testing, and commercial services in over 30 cities across 11 countries.
GAC Aion, JD.com and CATL Name New EV ‘Aion UT Super,’ First Unit Auctioned for $11 Million
The Aion UT super, built on the Aion UT platform, introduces major upgrades in driving range, battery-swapping capability, and intelligent connectivity.
China’s Top 10 EV SUVs in September: Tesla, BYD, and Xiaomi Dominate
In September, Tesla’s Model Y led new energy SUV sales, with BYD’s Sea Lion 06 and Xiaomi’s YU7 following closely.
Europe’s EV Industry Faces “Chip Lock” as China Tightens Semiconductor Exports
Europe’s automotive industry faces a semiconductor shortage due to China’s export restrictions, threatening electric vehicle production.
Baidu’s Apollo Go to Launch Autonomous Ride Service ‘AmiGo’ in Switzerland
Baidu stated that the AmiGo project has gained backing from the Swiss government and several public institutions, with public ride reservations expected to open by Q1 2027.
China’s Passenger Car Retail Falls 6% in First Three Weeks of Oct., NEV Penetration Reaches 56%
In the first three weeks of October, retail sales of NEV passenger cars in China reached 632,000 units, up 5% YoY and 2% MoM.
Mercedes Initiates Largest-Ever Layoff Plan as 4,000 Employees Accept Severance Offers
Mercedes-Benz has begun implementing what is reportedly the largest layoff plan in its history, with around 4,000 employees
BYD Partners with AEON to Sell EVs in Japanese Malls, Starting at 2 Million Yen ($13,180)
In September, BYD sold 802 vehicles in Japan, tripling year-on-year and accounting for about 20% of imported BEV sales that month.