NIO CEO Reaffirms No-Robotaxi Plan, Puts Driver Safety Ahead of Job Replacement
NIO’s William Li says autonomous driving should enhance safety and productivity, not replace drivers, as China advances toward commercialization.
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GAC Toyota Recalls More Than 121K EVs in China, Including bZ3X and bZ7
GAC Toyota recalls 121,260 bZ3X and bZ7 EVs in China for suspension hardware, braking, camera, and steering software defects.
China-Made Cars Claim 38.8% of Australian Market in October as BYD Holds Second
Australia’s October 2026 vehicle market grew, driven by surging BEV and Chinese-brand sales, with BYD leading Chinese automakers and China dominating imports.
Germany’s BEV Share Hits 37% in Oct as Chinese Brands Capture 6.3% of Market
Germany’s October car market grew modestly as BEVs surged, conventional vehicles declined, and Chinese brands rapidly expanded their market presence.
China’s Traditional Auto Sales Peak Season Fizzles as October Retail Sales Drop 25%
China’s October car retail sales fell 25% year-on-year, while NEVs showed resilience, reaching 67.8% penetration amid weak demand and declining production.
CATL Joins Octopus Energy, Ampace to Deploy Home Energy Storage in Europe
CATL partnered with Octopus Energy and Ampace to develop residential energy storage solutions in Europe, enhancing energy management and cost efficiency.
Belgium Passenger Car Registrations Fall 5.9% in Oct, Most Chinese Brands Grow
In October 2026, Belgium saw a decline in car registrations, but Chinese automakers like BYD and Jaecoo achieved significant growth.
Denmark EV Share Hits 88.4% in October as Chinese Brands Gain Ground
In October 2026, Denmark’s new passenger car registrations rose 16.9%, driven by electric vehicles, particularly from Chinese brands.
Third-Gen BYD Han May Debut at Late-November Guangzhou Auto Show
BYD plans to unveil the redesigned third-generation Han at the Guangzhou Auto Show, featuring significant upgrades and performance options.
XPeng, BYD Drive Chinese Brands to Record 22.5% Share in Norway in October
In October 2026, Chinese automotive brands achieved a record 22.5% market share in Norway, reflecting significant growth in registrations.