Geely-Backed e.MAS 7 Leads Malaysia EV Market as Chinese Brands Grab Over Half
In May 2026, Malaysia registered 8,287 EVs, led by Proton’s e.MAS series with 2,408 units.
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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.
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 Climbs to Third in South Korea Imported Vehicle Sales, Edging Out Japan
Chinese cars surpassed Japanese models for the first time in South Korea’s import market, led by BYD’s remarkable sales growth.
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.
New Li Auto L9 Reportedly Reaches 8K Firm Orders Within 72 Hours of Launch
The updated Li Auto L9 experienced high demand post-launch, with significant orders, particularly for the lower-priced Livis version.
Huawei-Backed Maextro S800 Grand Design Revealed Ahead of June Debut
Richard Yu previously hinted the Maextro S800 Grand Design edition could be priced around RMB 2 million ($294,200).
Geely Xingyuan Rebadged as Proton e.MAS 5 Tops Malaysia EV Market in April
Malaysia’s EV registrations soared 103.8% in April 2026, led by Chinese brands, particularly Proton’s e.MAS 5 model.
BYD, Tesla, NIO Refute Rumors of Regulatory Probe Over OTA Battery Lock
Chinese regulators reportedly investigated NEV manufacturers over “battery locking” claims, but multiple companies have denied these allegations.
Zeekr Opens First Brand Gallery in South Korea Ahead of 7X Launch
Zeekr opened its first showroom in South Korea, slated to launch the Zeekr 7X in June, marking its entry into the competitive electric vehicle market.