China’s October NEV Exports Jump 144.7% as Passenger Car Retail Sales Fall 27.1%
China’s October 2026 passenger-car market weakened domestically, while record NEV penetration and surging exports supported automakers amid ongoing destocking.
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Huawei-Backed Maextro Reportedly Weighs SUV Sub-Brand Priced From $60K
Maextro may launch a RMB 400,000–500,000 SUV sub-brand, separate from its Maserati partnership, to broaden market reach.
BYD Debuts C12 DUO Electric Coach in UK, as Brand’s Local Deliveries Top 3K
BYD unveiled the C12 DUO electric coach, showcased new buses, and celebrated producing its 3,000th UK electric bus.
Dongfeng Nissan NX7 Opens Pre-Orders Nov. 13 in China, Targeting BYD Song Ultra
Dongfeng Nissan’s NX7 plug-in hybrid SUV opens Chinese pre-orders November 13, expanding its youthful, electrified lineup below the NX8.
SAIC Audi to Launch E5 Sportback, E7X Special Editions on November 13
SAIC Audi will launch E5 Sportback and E7X special editions, plus World Model driver assistance, amid restructuring and weak sales.
Xiaomi Auto Establishes International Business Division to Step Up Overseas Expansion
Xiaomi Auto established an international division, targeting European expansion from 2027 while strengthening China operations and dealer networks.
Japan’s Oct Import‑Car Registrations: BYD Only Chinese Brand in Oct Rankings
Japan’s imported-vehicle registrations rose 13.9% in October 2026, driven by Japanese brands, while BYD posted modest growth amid tough competition.
Momenta and SAIC Motor Form $45 million Joint Venture to Deepen Capital Ties
Momenta, SAIC Motor, and Yandian Technology formed a RMB300 million joint venture to develop global Level 2 and Level 3 driving systems.
BYD’s Second-Gen Seal 07 Launches From $21K, Sharing DiSus-M With Denza Z
BYD launched the second-generation Seal 07 with electric and hybrid variants, advanced technology, extended range, enhanced comfort, and competitive pricing.
CATL, Hithium and EVE Lead Global ESS Battery Shipments in Jan–Sep
Global LiB ESS shipments surged 73% to 779.9 GWh, with Chinese suppliers dominating despite China’s declining market share.