China EV Sales Race Heats Up in May as Leapmotor Sets Record, NIO Surges
China’s auto industry stabilized in May, with several brands achieving record deliveries amid competitive pressures.
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Zeekr May Deliveries Jump 81.8% to 34,377 Units
Zeekr reported May deliveries of 34,377 vehicles, an 81.8% year-on-year increase. The brand focuses on premium models, achieving significant market share and plans for expanded overseas growth amid intensified competition.
China Battery Demand Hits 671 GWh in Jan-Apr, Storage Surges 90%
Lithium battery demand surged in 2026, driven by energy storage, exports, and commercial vehicles.
BYD’s Ro-Ro Vessel Departs With 7.3K Cars Bound for Europe
BYD has shipped 7,273 new-energy vehicles, primarily plug-in hybrids, to Europe, focusing on markets like Italy and Spain. Demand is high due to favorable trade policies, with exports setting new records.
NIO ES9 Reportedly Sees 20,000+ Firm Orders Within 72 Hours of Launch
The NIO ES9 quickly gained traction with high orders and strong buyer profiles, significantly impacting NIO’s overall sales and market sentiment.
GAC-Huawei AISTALAND GT7 Kicks Off Pre-Sales to Rival Zeekr 007GT
AISTALAND announced pre-sales for the GT7 electric model at 219,900 yuan during the auto show.
New Li L9 Secures 86% Tested Range Achievement, Targets 8K Deliveries in Q2
Li Auto’s recent test of the L9 Livis SUV covered 1,422.8 km from Beijing to Shanghai, achieving a pure EV range of 327.4 km before the range extender activated, demonstrating efficient energy management.
SAIC Volkswagen to Launch ID. ERA 5S Sedan in Q3
SAIC Volkswagen will launch the ID. ERA 5S plug-in hybrid sedan in Q3 2026, focusing on intelligent driving technology.
New Geely Xingyuan (EX2) Hits Market Starting at $8.5K
Geely launched the updated Xingyuan on May 28, featuring six variants priced between 61.8K–91.8K RMB. The refresh enhances range, cockpit, and smart driving capabilities, with a new 47 kWh battery boosting range to 480 km. The model has seen over 700K deliveries and performs well in global markets like Brazil and Malaysia.
SAIC-Audi AUDI Brand Launches E7X Electric SUV in China From $39,800
The AUDI E7X, a midsize electric SUV launched at RMB 269,800, emphasizes advanced technology and caters to China’s NEV market.