Xiaomi Takes 5.34% Stake in Sunwoda EVB, Joins Li Auto as Third-Largest Shareholder
Xiaomi invested RMB 1.7B ($255.21M) for a 5.34% stake in Sunwoda EVB, joining Li Auto (11.17%) as a major shareholder.
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Xiaomi invested RMB 1.7B ($255.21M) for a 5.34% stake in Sunwoda EVB, joining Li Auto (11.17%) as a major shareholder.
Xiaomi will lead Longjia battery pack development with CALB and Sunwoda Power. The new battery is planned for its upcoming SkyNomad SUVs.
Global EV battery use reached 608.5 GWh in H1 2026, up 20%. CATL led with a 39.9% share, while BYD ranked second at 14.4%.
China’s power battery industry is moving to standardize supplier payment practices, following similar commitments made earlier by automakers.
Volvo’s EX30 recall affects 2,501 Chinese vehicles due to battery issues, highlighting broader quality concerns across Geely’s brands.
Global electric vehicle battery installations increased to 244.6 GWh in Q1, with China dominating the market significantly.
Geely’s Polestar will recall 1,473 Polestar 4 EVs due to battery defects, implementing replacements and monitoring for safety.
Sunwoda Power has become Tesla’s fifth battery supplier, shifting to direct cell sourcing to optimize costs and enhance market positioning.
Sunwoda expects the settlement to impact its net profit attributable to shareholders in 2025 by RMB 500–800 million ($72–115 million).
On the battery front, LFP remains dominant, accounting for over 99% of installations, while CATL retained the top supplier position with a 60% share, followed by EVE Energy, REPT Battero and BYD.