CALB Signs 220 MWh Battery Storage Contract in Japan
CALB signs a 220MWh deal with Japan’s GRF, expanding its energy storage presence significantly.
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China’s Premium SUV Crown Up for Grabs as AITO, Li Auto, NIO and Zeekr Clash
In May, four major Chinese SUVs, AITO M9, Li L9, NIO ES9, and Zeekr 9X, ignited fierce competition in the RMB 500,000 market segment.
China’s Top 10 NEV SUVs in May: Model Y Extends Lead, Leapmotor A10 Surges to No.2
In May, top 10 new-energy SUV sales in China rose 14%, led by Tesla, while newcomers reshaped rankings, intensifying competition.
XPeng Launches Refreshed X9 in Malaysia, Unveils 2028 Expansion Plan
XPeng launched the refreshed X9 in Malaysia, planning local assembly, expanded dealerships, and enhanced charging infrastructure by 2028.
Huawei-BAIC’s Stelato MPV Spied in Testing for the First Time
Huawei-backed Stelato has begun road-testing its first MPV, aiming to strengthen its position in China’s expanding premium MPV market.
BYD Says 2026 Sales Hinge on Battery Capacity, Sees Major Ramp-Up in 2027
BYD is currently adding battery capacity equivalent to 20,000-30,000 vehicles per month, while a much larger production release is expected in 2027.
Xiaomi Addresses SU7 Ultra Fire: Battery Thermal Runaway Ruled Out
A Xiaomi SU7 Ultra caught fire in Nanchang, sparking safety concerns in China’s EV market. Investigations ruled out battery defects, intensifying demands for transparency from automakers.
BYD Opens First 1.5 MW Flash Charger in Germany, Eyes 300 Sites by Year-End
BYD launched its first megawatt flash-charging station in Germany in May 2026, expanding its European network significantly.
China NEV Penetration Hits 62.9% in May, Export Share Smashes Record 54%
China’s passenger-car market faced pressure in May with weak domestic demand, while exports surged. Despite a drop in overall sales, NEV penetration reached a record 62.9%.
China Validates Solid-State Battery for eVTOL in Cross-Sea Flight, Range Up 90%
Solid-state batteries could benefit eVTOLs first, showing successful performance in flight tests, though commercialization still faces challenges ahead.