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    FISITA World Mobility Conference 2025: Key themes and concerns for the automotive industry
    One thing is abundantly clear after the FISITA World Mobility Conference (WMC) last week. Megatrends impact everything. No longer can chassis development, braking, safety validation and so forth stand alone without impact from the broader drive towards electrification, the AI revolution or SDVs, to name a few.  The event’s sessions gave the impression that electrification is already baked into the industry, particularly in Europe where the debate on (regulation-pushed) direction is ...
    Beyond horsepower: Compute becomes the new competitive edge for OEMs
    Automotive compute power is becoming a defining metric of vehicle capability — not just for autonomy, but across cockpit systems, connectivity and life-cycle software deployment. As vehicles transition toward centralized electrical/electronic (E/E) architectures and software-defined platforms, silicon performance is now a core determinant of what a vehicle can do — and how long it will remain competitive in the field. Two metrics have emerged as industry standards for measuring this compu...
    U Power collaborates with Beijing Foton for battery swapping in global markets
    U Power Ltd., a provider of electric vehicle battery-swapping solutions, announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Beijing Foton International Trade Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Foton Motor, to jointly promote battery-swapping-compatible electric heavy trucks, buses and vans in Southeast Asia, South America, Hong Kong and Macau markets. U Power will offer technological support to integrate battery-swapping capabilities into Beijing Foton vehicles and develop battery-swappi...
    CATL launches two battery production lines inside Seres’ EV factory in Chongqing
    In a first-ever move, Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd. (CATL), the world's largest manufacturer of electric vehicle batteries, has launched its production lines inside a carmaker's factory to produce and supply customized battery cells. According to the report published by Yicai Global on July 1, CATL has commenced operations at a production line installed at a factory owned by Seres Group for the latter's premium EV brand Aito.  Two CATL Cell-to-Pack 2.0 production lines have b...
    Mainland Chinese battery company EVE Energy files for public listing in Hong Kong
    EVE Energy, a leading mainland Chinese battery-maker, has filed for public listing in Hong Kong. It plans to utilize the proceeds to construct its production facilities in Hungary and Malaysia. Founded in 2001, EVE Energy was listed on the ChiNext stock market in Shenzhen, mainland China, in 2009. From its first public listing to Dec. 31, 2024, the company experienced a revenue compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 43.9% and a net income CAGR of 36.4%. EVE Energy specializes in consum...
    U Power enters Macau market with battery-swapping agreement
    U Power Ltd. announced its first agreement with an electric service provider (ESP) in Macau to facilitate the deployment of its UOTTA battery-swapping stations and cabinets, as well as the sale of compatible electric vehicles. As part of this agreement, the local ESP will handle the installation and maintenance of U Power's smart battery-swapping infrastructure in Macau. Additionally, U Power will leverage its partnership with UNEX EV BV, a Netherlands-based new-energy and technology company ...
    Tesla deploys V4 Superchargers in mainland China
    Tesla has started operations of its first batch of V4 Superchargers in mainland China with a peak power output of 500 kW, while BYD progresses in deploying 1-MW charging facilities. As the largest electric vehicle market globally enters the megawatt-level ultrafast-charging era, Tesla announced on Weibo that its latest V4 Superchargers are now operational for both Tesla and other EV brands. These Superchargers are available at seven stations located in Shanghai, Zhejiang, Gansu and Chong...
    Garrett Motion opens Wuhan Innovation Center for zero-emission technology advancement
    Garrett Motion Inc. inaugurated its Wuhan Innovation Center, located within the Garrett Wuhan Plant, to expand its zero-emission research and development capabilities. This center, the second in mainland China after the Shanghai R&D Center, forms a dual innovation hub that promotes turbocharging technologies and zero-emission solutions. The opening of this facility aims to advance Garrett's electrification efforts and enhance its position as a provider of differentiated technology for dec...
    50% of new battery production could be decoupled from virgin raw materials within 20 years: CATL
    During London Climate Action Week, CATL and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation discussed their goal of transitioning to a circular battery economy by decoupling new battery production from the use of virgin raw materials. This approach aims to achieve meaningful sustainability and growth without relying on the extraction of critical materials used in battery production. Both entities that forged a strategic partnership earlier in the year have been working on applying circular economy principl...
    CATL executive warns of risks from EV discount war in Greater China, urges government to step in
    A senior executive from Contemporary Amperex Technology Limited (CATL), the largest manufacturer of EV batteries, has called for authorities in mainland China to intervene to address the ongoing price war in the new-energy car market. Ni Jun, CATL's chief manufacturing officer, emphasized that the discount war will not end unless Beijing steps in, as the strategy of reducing prices to gain market share threatens smaller competitors. BYD, the world's largest EV manufacturer, initiated signific...
    CATL prioritizes global expansion amid persisting price war in mainland China
    Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL), the world's largest electric vehicle battery manufacturer, is prioritizing its overseas expansion amid intense competition in mainland China's domestic EV and EV battery market. The move comes as Ni Jun, CATL's chief manufacturing officer, highlighted the unhealthy nature of the competitive landscape, which mirrors concerns previously expressed by Stella Li, BYD's executive vice president, regarding the sustainability of the ongo...
    Rheinmetall secures major order for hybrid vehicle components from mainland Chinese manufacturer
    Rheinmetall has secured a significant order from a leading mainland Chinese manufacturer of new-energy vehicles, focusing on hybrid vehicles. The order, valued in the upper double-digit million euro range, involves the supply of electronic throttle bodies and delta pressure valves, which are pivotal in enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing emissions. These components are tailored for hybrid and range-extender electric vehicle engines and feature a modular platform design aligned with the spe...
    CATL commits to global collaboration and EV market growth at Belt and Road conference
    Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL) plans to foster global collaboration and support emerging economies. Speaking at the second Belt and Road Conference on Science and Technology Exchange, Robin Zeng, chairman and CEO of CATL, highlighted the company's readiness to pursue industrial cooperation and share advanced technologies to promote global energy transition. CATL's strategy includes building factories, forming joint ventures and licensing technology to support partners ...
    CATL establishes a new JV to explore robo-taxi segment
    The world's largest battery manufacturer, CATL, has made a strategic move into the robo-taxi sector by establishing a new joint venture with local partners. The new JV, Shanghai Zaofu Intelligent Technology Co. Ltd., was registered in Shanghai and has a capital of 1.288 billion yuan (about $177.5 million). The newly formed company will focus on developing Level 4 autonomous driving technology. The joint effort includes contributions from Hello, Ant Group and CATL, with initial investments ...
    U Power plans 55 smart battery-swap stations in Hong Kong to advance zero-carbon goals
    U Power Ltd. announced its plan to build 55 smart battery-swap stations in Hong Kong as part of its strategy to promote zero-carbon living, marking a significant move toward the city's zero-emission target by 2050. This initiative, revealed at the inauguration of Hong Kong's first demonstration smart swap station, includes the construction of four bus-only stations and the world's first ferry swap stations. The event was attended by Hong Kong government officials, business leaders and industr...
    Xiaomi secures new land parcel in Beijing for its EV manufacturing plans
    Xiaomi Jingxi Technology Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Xiaomi, has acquired a new land parcel in Beijing's Yizhuang area for 635 million yuan (about $88.39 million). The land spans 485,133.91 square meters and is leased for 50 years. The land parcel is strategically located next to Xiaomi's existing electric vehicle factory and will be used for a new-energy intelligent connected vehicle manufacturing project. Xiaomi, which announced its entry into the automotive sector in March 2021, had signed a...
    Huawei files patent for a sulfide-based solid-state battery with up to 3,000 km of range
    Huawei has advanced its efforts in energy storage by patenting a sulfide-based solid-state battery. This innovation aims to provide a driving range of up to 3,000 km with ultrafast-charging capabilities in just five minutes. Huawei's patent reveals a battery architecture with energy densities between 400 and 500 watt-hours per kilogram (Wh/kg), which is significantly higher than conventional lithium-ion cells. A highlighted feature is the doping of sulfide electrolytes with nitrogen to improv...
    BYD partners with mainland China’s top 2 charge-point operators to install megawatt chargers
    Leading Chinese carmaker BYD has forged new partnerships with Teld and Star Charge, two prominent charge-point operators (CPOs) in mainland China, to advance the deployment of its ultrafast chargers, which can deliver up to 1,000 kW or 1 MW of power. BYD's announcement emphasized the joint effort to promote megawatt-level fast-charging infrastructure in mainland China. Teld, which was established in 2014, is the country's largest public electric vehicle CPO, with 777,782 public charge...
    Antimony export bans by mainland China create crisis for US battery industry
    Antimony suppliers and battery-makers are facing significant challenges due to mainland China's restrictions on antimony exports, which include a ban on shipments to the US. This has led to soaring prices, causing the US battery industry to view the shortage as a national emergency, as Steve Christensen of the Responsible Battery Coalition said. The cost of antimony has escalated to more than $60,000 per metric ton, more than quadrupling over the past year, impacting industries reliant on this m...
    Geely unveils Leishen AI Hybrid 2.0 PHEV powertrain system in mainland China
    Geely has unveiled the second generation of its Leishen AI Hybrid (2.0) plug-in hybrid electric vehicle powertrain in mainland China, highlighting its 47.26% thermal efficiency rate. The thermal efficiency of the Leishen AI Hybrid 2.0 PHEV powertrain surpasses that of BYD's DM-i system. Geely's new powertrain system includes EM-i, EM-P and Hydrogen variants. The first-generation Leishen plug-in hybrid system was introduced in 2021. It had a thermal efficiency of 43.32% and was integra...
    Xiaomi applies for a patent on high-density electrode, joins global solid-state battery development race
    Mainland Chinese electric-car maker Xiaomi announced a new patent that marks its venture into solid-state battery technology. The patent is about a layered electrode structure that enhances ionic conductivity and energy density. The design incorporates a current collector with several layers of electrode materials, such as active materials, conductive agents, binders and a solid electrolyte comprised of polymers and metal salts. By allowing the electrolyte to penetrate the electrode laye...
    LG Energy Solution to supply 46-series EV batteries to Chery Automobile
    LG Energy Solution Ltd., a prominent battery manufacturer from South Korea, has announced a significant deal with mainland China's Chery Automobile Co. to supply cylindrical electric vehicle batteries. According to the agreement, LG Energy Solution will provide 8 GWh of its next-generation 46-series cylindrical batteries to Chery Automobile over a six-year period, which is sufficient to power approximately 120,000 EVs. While the financial details of the contract have not been officially ...
    Xpeng, BP Pulse open their first jointly built EV charging station in Guangzhou, mainland China
    Xpeng and BP Pulse have inaugurated their first jointly built electric vehicle charging station following a partnership established in January to share their charging networks. The newly opened EV charging station, located in Guangzhou where Xpeng is headquartered, officially commenced operations on June 11. The EV charging hub houses 30 charging pads and 50 charging guns, with a maximum power of 480 kW. Xpeng announced plans to open three more such jointly developed charging hubs in Beijing,...
    PowerCell deepens partnership with Bosch to accelerate adoption of fuel cells in mainland China
    PowerCell Group is deepening its long-term partnership with Robert Bosch GmbH to expedite the deployment of hydrogen fuel-cell systems in mobility applications. This includes both the companies exploring the possibilities of using hydrogen fuel-cell systems in stationary applications. The collaboration between PowerCell and Bosch is rooted in a mutual goal to expand the technology's availability to a wider range of customers, particularly in emerging and high-growth market...
    US-China agree on framework to ease export restrictions, trade conditions
    US and mainland Chinese officials have agreed on a framework to revive trade and ease mainland China's export restrictions on rare earths, though the agreement offers limited potential of resolving long-standing trade differences, a Reuters report said June 11. After intense negotiations in London, US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the framework would add substance to a previous agreement from Geneva, which aimed to ease bilateral tariffs that had reached high levels. The Geneva ...
    CATL lays down new technology roadmaps for EV batteries
    In an attempt to redefine new technology roadmaps for batteries at its first ever Super Tech Day, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. (CATL) has unveiled three new innovative battery solutions — a sodium-ion battery for electric passenger cars, a dual-core battery system and a second-generation Shenxing ultra-fast charging battery. CATL’s new solutions aim to address some of the key challenges associated with the batteries, which are not only pivotal in advancing new innovations in mobili...
    Mainland China issues temporary rare earth export licenses to top US automakers
    Mainland China has issued temporary export licenses to rare earth suppliers for the top three US automakers, according to a June 6 report by Reuters, citing sources familiar with the matter. These licenses, valid for six months, come amid supply chain disruptions caused by mainland China's recent export curbs on rare earth materials. The restrictions, imposed in April, have impacted industries globally, including automakers, aerospace manufacturers and semiconductor companies. The export curb...
    After CATL, Eve Energy plans public listing in Hong Kong
    Mainland Chinese battery-maker Eve Energy has announced its plans for public listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, joining CATL and other domestic battery manufacturers.  Eve Energy disclosed its public listing plan in a regulatory filing at the Shenzhen Stock Exchange. The move is expected to enhance Eve Energy's global brand image and support its global business development efforts. The proposal to issue H-shares and list on the Hong Kong Main Board was approved during a board me...
    China approves export licenses for rare earths amid rising global demand
    Mainland China recently approved several export license applications for rare earth-related items in response to the increasing international demand for medium and heavy rare earth elements, primarily utilized in high-tech manufacturing sectors such as industrial robotics and electric vehicles. This strategy aims to balance mainland China's resource security with its status as a crucial supplier in the global high-tech value chain. The Commerce Ministry said that the export controls on rare e...
    Chinese sodium-ion battery startup Zoolnasm Energy secures new funding
    Chinese sodium-ion battery startup Jiangsu Zoolnasm Energy Technology has successfully completed its Series A2 financing round, bringing its total Series A funding to nearly 300 million Chinese yuan ($42 million). Several investors participated in this funding round, including Tiande Investment and Saize Capital, an existing shareholder. The funds raised will be allocated toward technological research and development, capacity expansion and market development. Founded in January 2021,...
    CLEPA seeks urgent action as mainland China’s export restrictions on rare earth begins to disrupt European auto supply chains
    The European Association of Automotive Suppliers (Comité de Liaison Européen des Fabricants d'Equipements et de Pièces Automobiles [CLEPA]) warned that mainland China’s export restrictions on rare earth elements (REEs) and magnets have caused a severe shortage of critical materials, shuttering several assembly lines and plant operations in Europe. “These restrictions have led to the shutdown of several production lines and plants across Europe, with further impacts expected in the comi...
    CATL marks Hong Kong trading debut as one of the world’s biggest listings in 2025
    Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL), the world's largest battery manufacturer, has reportedly raised HK$35.7 billion on its Hong Kong trading debut, becoming one of the largest global listings for 2025. The company achieved this milestone despite being blacklisted by the Pentagon and amid geopolitical tensions. CATL's shares jumped 16% to HK$306.20, exceeding its Shenzhen stock price. Investors prioritized the potential of a leading company in EV technology over ...
    Mainland China to cooperate with other countries on rare earth export controls
    Mainland China announced its intent to enhance cooperation with other nations concerning its rare earth export controls amid potential shortages that could impact automobile and semiconductor manufacturers in Europe and India, according to a May 30 report by Reuters. Mainland China holds more than 90% of the global processing capacity for rare earth magnets, which are essential in various industries, and began enforcing stricter export regulations in early April, requiring exporters to acquir...
    BYD plans to install 15,000 1-MW EV chargers across mainland China
    BYD is collaborating with several partners to install its megawatt electric vehicle chargers, which deliver a power output of up to 1,000 kW, to expedite the development of ultrafast-charging infrastructure across mainland China. On May 31, the first day of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area International Auto Show, also known as the 2025 Shenzhen auto show, BYD revealed its partnership with Xiaoju Charging and LongShine. BYD plans to build a network of 10,000 ultrafa...
    Taiwan introduces its first Level 3 AI-powered autonomous electric bus
    Taiwan introduced its first Level 3 AI-powered autonomous electric bus equipped with state-of-the-art systems such as intelligent cabin monitoring, AI-driven vibration and noise analysis, and electronic rearview mirrors, according to a report published by Taiwan News on May 30. It includes advanced safety features such as lane keeping, active obstacle avoidance and driver condition monitoring, while adhering to the United Nations Regulation No. 157, established by the United Nations Economi...
    Nio, Zeekr sign agreement to share EV charging facilities in mainland China
    In a notable collaboration between two competing electric-car makers in mainland China, Nio and Zeekr have teamed up to share their respective electric vehicle charging facilities. On May 29, Nio's energy unit, Nio Power, and Zeekr's energy division, Zeekr Power, signed a cooperation agreement for their charging facilities. This collaboration aims to provide their customers with an efficient and convenient EV charging service. Users of Nio's brands, including Nio, Onvo and Fire...
    Nio Power installs 56 battery-swap stations in all districts of Tianjin in mainland China
    Nio Power, a wholly owned subsidiary of Shanghai-based electric-vehicle maker Nio, has successfully completed the installation of battery-swap stations across all districts in Tianjin, in the northern part of mainland China. The move is part of the company's Power Up Counties program. The company announced through a WeChat post that Nio Power now operates 56 battery-swap stations covering 16 districts in Tianjin. These stations cater to both Nio and Onvo customers. Nio's operations ...
    CATL achieves breakthrough in lithium metal battery technology
    The world's largest battery-maker, CATL, made significant advancements in lithium metal battery (LMB) technology, achieving a breakthrough in electrolyte strategy through quantitative mapping. CATL's latest research, published in Nature Nanotechnology, allows for LMBs with high energy density and extended cycle life, addressing a long-standing challenge in battery chemistries. The optimized prototype has achieved a cycle life of 483 cycles and an energy density of over 500 watt-hours per kilo...
    Changan begins rolling out EVs developed on CATL’s battery-swap technology
    Changan Automobile has successfully delivered the first 1,000 units of the Oshan 520 electric sedans, which are built on CATL's Choco-SEB battery-swap technology. The model will be used as fleet cabs in Chongqing, mainland China. The move marks a significant milestone for CATL, especially highlighting industry adoption of its swappable battery solutions at scale. CATL's Choco-SEB swappable batteries are standardized battery packs that can be used at battery-swap stations for qu...
    Toyota, Sinotruck partner to advance R&D in hydrogen fuel-cell trucks and powertrain systems
    On April 25, a strategic cooperation agreement was signed between Sinotruk and Toyota Motor Corp. at Toyota's headquarters in Nagoya, Japan. The signing ceremony was attended by high-level representatives including Man Shenggang, party committee secretary and chairman of Shandong Heavy Industry Group; and Yoichi Miyazaki, executive vice president of Toyota Motor Corp. The event also saw participation from Ma Changhai, deputy general manager of Shandong Heavy Industry Group; and Mits...
    Sinexcel partners with Phoenix Contact for global EV charging market expansion
    Sinexcel entered into a global strategic partnership with Phoenix Contact to collaborate in the electric vehicle sector, combining Sinexcel's power electronics and EV charging technologies with Phoenix Contact's connector solutions to enhance the charging experience for EVs. The agreement was signed by Sinexcel Vice President Kevy Zhao and Phoenix Contact China Senior Vice President Yi Zhang in the presence of senior executives, including Sinexcel CEO Raymond Fang and Phoe...
    CATL’s new battery manufacturing plant in Jining goes into production
    CATL, the largest battery-maker in mainland China, started production at its new facility in Yanzhou District, Jining, Shandong. This is its first base in northern China and the largest in the country by planned capacity. The project is being developed in three phases, with the first phase already operational and possessing a capacity of 60 GWh. The first phase covers 530,000 square meters, including factory buildings and living facilities. The second and third phases are set t...
    Nio’s Onvo L90’s 85-kWh battery pack delivers a range of up to 605 km per charge
    Shanghai-based electric-car maker Nio's subbrand Onvo has released driving range information for its flagship sport utility vehicle, the L90, to highlight the performance of its battery performance. The Onvo L90 comes with a standard battery pack capacity of 85 kWh, offering a China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle (CLTC) driving range of about 570 km to 605 km per charge. The rear-wheel-drive (RWD) version of the Onvo L90 offers a driving range of up to 605 km with a consumption rate ...
    CATL eyes mobile EV charging market with in-house brand CharGo
    The world's largest battery-maker Contemporary Amperex Technology Company (CATL) has expanded its operations by establishing CharGo, a subsidiary focused on developing mobile storage and charging robots for electric vehicles. These robots aim to fill gaps where EV charging infrastructure is unavailable, or where the charging stations are running at full capacity with no access to waiting EV drivers.  CharGo is striving to become a market leader by planning to deploy between 5,000 and 15,...
    EVE Energy unveils new battery series and strategic partnership for greener transportation
    EVE Energy, a global lithium battery company, hosted its first Commercial Vehicle Battery Tech Day in Huizhou, China, where it launched eight new flagship Open Source Battery products aimed at enhancing commercial transportation in a greener and more efficient manner. The new battery series is designed for a variety of vehicles, including vans, light and heavy trucks, buses, and construction machinery, addressing industry challenges and maximizing user benefits. James Jiang, vice president of...
    CATL lists on Hong Kong Stock Exchange amid global investor interest
    CATL announced that it has listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under the stock code 3750. The global offering included 135 million shares at HK$263 each, marking CATL as the first A-share company to pursue a secondary listing in Hong Kong with a capped issuance price. The stock opened at HK$296 per share, showing a 12.55% increase on its debut day. The offering attracted a wide array of investors from 15 countries, highlighting confidence in CATL's value and the market op...
    Gotion opens pilot production line for all-solid-state batteries
    Gotion High-Tech, a leading Chinese battery maker, announced advancements in its all-solid-state battery (ASSB) technology, including its installation in electric vehicles for road tests. The company is planning small-scale production of ASSBs by 2027.  Gotion, which refers to its ASSB as the Gemstone battery, officially opened the experimental production line with a 0.2GWh capacity for its Gemstone ASSB battery. The core equipment for Gotion's production is locally sourced and...
    CATL launches standardized swappable battery packs for heavy-duty electric trucks
    Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL), the world's largest battery-maker, introduced a standardized battery-swap pack, called 75#, for heavy-duty trucks. The launch follows that of a similar standardized swappable battery pack for passenger cars in December 2024. At an event on May 18, 2025, in Datong, Shanxi province, CATL revealed the swappable battery block, which Yang Jun, CEO of CATL's unit Qiji Energy, described as having a long lifespan and customizable pack op...
    China races to lead in ultrafast EV charging technologies
    The race to develop ultrafast chargers for electric cars started around 2022, when at an event, Chinese electric carmaker XPeng launched its S4 ultrafast supercharging technology. At the event in Guangzhou, the company organized a ‘live’ demonstration of charging its electric SUV G9 with its S4 supercharger, which delivered a Chinese light-duty test cycle (CLTC) range of 210 kms in just 5 minutes of charging. It was then Xpeng Chairman and CEO He Xiaopeng took the spotlight and compared t...
    Leapmotor upgrades C10 electric SUV with high-voltage 800V platform in mainland China
    EV maker Leapmotor has launched the 2026 model year variant of the C10 crossover, which is developed on the high voltage 800V platform, in mainland China with a price tag of 122,800 yuan ($17,000), according to a news report published by CarNewsChina website on May 15. The upgraded Leapmotor C10 is developed on new 800V platform, which helps in offering an extended driving range of 605 km per charge under the CLTC conditions. The earlier variant, which was launched in March 2024, was develope...
    Power2Drive 2025: Sungrow unveils ultrafast EV charger IDC480E-C
    Sungrow Charging introduced the IDC480E-C, an ultrafast compact charger that represents a new approach to modular, high-performance charging, at the Power2Drive event in Munich on May 7. This charger is adaptable for both compact urban sites and large-scale depots, and it is designed to grow with business needs. The newly launched compact EV charger complements Sungrow's existing range of AC and DC charging solutions, such as the Satellite charger IDC480E, providing a scalable ...
    Lithium iron phosphate may get another boost as mainland China further tightens battery safety standards
    Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) technology is already a force to be reckoned with in mainland China’s electric vehicle segment, with automakers preferring this technology over the nickel cobalt manganese (NCM) battery due to its low-cost, better safety attributes. LFP’s position may get even stronger when mainland China’s new battery safety regulations take effect. Recently, mainland China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) announced a new mandatory national safety ...
    CATL plans largest global listing in 2025 with Hong Kong IPO
    Mainland Chinese battery manufacturer CATL is set to raise at least HK$31.01 billion through its Hong Kong listing, the largest global listing in 2025 so far. The company plans to sell 117.9 million shares at a maximum offer price of HK$263 per share. The total deal size could potentially reach about $5.3 billion if certain options are exercised. More than 20 cornerstone investors, including Sinopec and the Kuwait Investment Authority, have committed $2.62 billion for CATL shares. The institu...
    Changan Mazda, CATL partner to jointly developed BEVs on CATL’s skateboard chassis
    CATL and Changan Mazda have formed a partnership to develop new-energy vehicles (NEVs) utilizing CATL's CIIC skateboard chassis. The collaboration aims to accelerate the electrification transition for Changan Mazda, a joint venture between Chinese Changan Automobile and Japanese carmaker Mazda. The two companies signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) in Shanghai to produce more efficient and smarter NEV products by leveraging the innovative skateboard chassis technology provided by CATL. ...
    Kongsberg Automotive secures €20M contract for dog-clutch actuator supply
    Kongsberg Automotive (KA) secured a four-year contract for its dog-clutch actuator (DCA), valued at approximately €20 million over its lifetime. The company will produce the DCA at its Wuxi, China, facility and supply it to a major global original equipment manufacturer in the electric commercial vehicle sector. The DCA is designed for gear-shifting and decoupling applications in multispeed transmissions. It supports a range of vehicle applications, including electric axles and central...
    Geely proposes to delist Zeekr a year after it went public in the US
    Geely Automobile Holdings is proposing to take its premium electric vehicle unit Zeekr private, a year after Zeekr's public debut in the US. Geely has submitted a non-binding offer to Zeekr on May 7 to acquire all issued and outstanding shares and American depositary shares (ADS) at $2.57 per share or $25.66 per ADS. According to the company, this offer represents a 13.6% premium to Zeekr's recent closing price in the US and a 20.0% premium to its volume-weighted average price over ...
    Foxconn to develop, supply EV model to Mitsubishi
    Foxtron Vehicle Technologies, a subsidiary of Hon Hai Technology Group (popularly known as Foxconn), has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Mitsubishi Motors Corp. to develop and supply an electric vehicle model as an original equipment manufacturer model. Foxtron will be responsible for design and manufacturing management services, with plans to launch this model in the markets of Australia and New Zealand in the second half of 2026. Mitsubishi Motors highli...
    CATL’s Qilin battery meets mainland China’s new battery safety standards
    CATL, the world's largest battery-maker, has become the first company to meet mainland China's "No Fire, No Explosion" national safety standard. This regulation, effective from July 1, 2026, mandates that batteries must prevent fires and explosions after an internal thermal runaway occurs. The updated mandatory national standard for battery safety, GB 38031-2025, was released on March 28, with a significant change being the thermal diffusion test requirement to ensure that during thermal runa...
    Shanghai Putailai and Blue Solutions collaborate on solid-state battery development
    Shanghai Putailai New Energy Technology Co. Ltd. has entered into a joint-development agreement (JDA) with Blue Solutions to advance the manufacturing of next-generation solid-state batteries. The agreement, signed on April 24, combines Putailai's expertise in raw material supply and production equipment with Blue Solutions' solid-state battery technology. This collaboration aims to optimize materials and processes for fourth-generation solid-state batteries. Putailai has been establishing lo...
    Auto Shanghai 2025: MediaTek unveils Dimensity automotive cockpit platform
    At the Auto Shanghai 2025, MediaTek introduced its new flagship platforms, the Dimensity Auto Cockpit Platform C-X1 and Dimensity Auto Connect MT2739. MediaTek, in collaboration with its ecosystem partners, is focusing on enhancing the future of intelligent driving with innovations in AI technology for autonomous vehicles. Mike Chang, corporate vice president at MediaTek, emphasized the significance of intelligent cockpits in differentiating vehicle designs in the software-defined vehicle era. T...
    Auto Shanghai 2025: Changan Automobile announces new global blueprint, investment roadmap
    Changan Automobile, a leading Chinese vehicle manufacturer, has chalked out three key strategies as part of its mid-to-long term roadmap, the company announced April 27 at the ongoing Auto Shanghai 2025. Changan said its three key strategies include Shangri-La Mission, Dubhe Plan and its Vast Ocean Plan, covering the expansion of its new-energy vehicle (NEV) portfolio, global footprint, and new investment in intelligent driving technologies and innovations. Under its Shangri-La Mission, Ch...
    Delta showcases advanced e-mobility solutions at E-Mobility Taiwan 2025
    Delta, renowned for its expertise in power management and smart green solutions, showcased its transportation electrification portfolio at E-Mobility Taiwan 2025 in Taipei, Taiwan, on April 23. The highlight of the exhibit was the innovative Megawatt Charging System (MCS) capable of delivering up to 1 MW, expandable to 3 MW, targeted at heavy-duty electric trucks and buses. Delta also introduced a new ultraslim 50-kW DC Wallbox electric vehicle charger designed for parking venu...
    Forvia and Smart Eye introduce biometric authentication using existing driver monitoring system cameras
    Forvia and Smart Eye, a Sweden-based AI specialist, have leveraged the existing driver monitoring system (DMS) camera to implement iris and face recognition for strong customer authentication, enabling new in-car use cases such as secure payments without additional user input. This innovation is particularly valuable for identification in apps within Appning by Forvia Apps Market, which includes over 200 apps integrated across 32 car brands from 13 original equipment manufacturers. Forvia and...
    Auto Shanghai 2025: Gestamp showcases next-generation body-in-white and chassis solutions
    Gestamp, a Spain-based company specializing in engineered metal components for the automotive industry, is showcasing its latest technological solutions in products and materials at Auto Shanghai 2025, taking place in the National Center for Exhibition and Convention (NCEC), in Shanghai. These solutions are designed to improve the strength and durability of vehicle components while enabling the production of lighter and safer vehicles. “At Auto Shanghai 2025, we are showcasing our...
    Auto Shanghai 2025: ZF showcases range extender for electric drives, connected chassis
    Germany's automotive component supplier ZF is making a significant impact at the ongoing Auto Shanghai 2025, which is being organized in Shanghai between April 23 and May 2. The international motor show highlights advancements in passenger cars, commercial vehicles and charging infrastructure, bringing together key stakeholders to promote sustainable mobility. As one of the world’s leading automotive suppliers, ZF is committed to investing in the growth of the Chinese market and the broader...
    South Korean battery, material companies reevaluate investments amid global trade conflicts
    South Korean battery manufacturers and battery material suppliers are reevaluating their global investment strategies in response to changing market dynamics and geopolitical influences, according to a news report published by Business Korea on April 21. Citing unnamed industry sources, the report mentioned that EcoPro BM has suspended construction of its cathode active material (CAM) factory in Quebec, following Ford’s withdrawal from the joint venture in November 2024. The CAM factory pro...
    Xpeng introduces 5C fast charging for affordable EV segment
    Xpeng announced that it is introducing 5C fast-charging technology to the electric vehicle market for cars priced at approximately ¥200,000 (about $27,375), according to an announcement by the company's CEO, He Xiaopeng on April 23. This breakthrough enables batteries to be charged at five times their capacity, allowing a full charge in about 12 minutes, significantly enhancing convenience and competitiveness in the crowded EV market. Speaking at a recent media briefing, Xpeng's CEO highl...
    Auto Shanghai 2025: Marelli unveils advanced automotive lighting innovations
    Marelli is presenting its latest advancements in automotive lighting at Auto Shanghai 2025, currently taking place at the National Center for Exhibition and Convention in Shanghai. The company's display will feature key innovations, including the Pixel Rear Lamp, Near-Field Ground Projection technology and the Thin Lit Line Headlamp. These developments signify new experiences in smart mobility and automotive lighting, crafted through collaboration with customers. The Pixel Rear Lamp integrate...
    Huawei launches megawatt charger with up to 1.5 MW of peak charging output
    Huawei announced the launch of a supercharger with a peak charging power of 1.5 MW, marking a significant development as mainland China's electric vehicle industry continues to intensify its focus on ultrafast-charging equipment. Huawei said that its all-new megawatt charger, which was unveiled in Shanghai, is the industry's first fully liquid-cooled, MW-class supercharging solution. Huawei said its charger is primarily targeted at charging electric heavy-duty vehicles (e-HDVs), although...
    CATL launches second generation of Shenxing battery, new sodium-ion battery brand
    China's CATL has introduced a new sodium-ion battery brand named Naxtra, which is set to enter mass production by December. This launch marks CATL's ongoing efforts in advancing battery technology, following its initial introduction of sodium-ion batteries in 2021. Sodium-ion batteries present a cost-effective alternative due to their cheap and abundant raw material, sodium, which also potentially reduces fire risks in electric vehicles. The new Naxtra batteries achieve an energy density of 1...
    Ford Motor Co. halts shipments of vehicles to mainland China amid tariff conflicts
    Ford Motor Co. has halted shipments of its sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks and sports cars to mainland China as it begins to face tariffs as high as 150%, according to a news report published by Reuters on April 19. “We have adjusted exports from the US to [mainland] China in light of the current tariffs,” the report said, quoting a statement from the carmaker. Elaborating further, the report mentioned that the vehicle manufacturer has halted shipments of its F-150 Raptors, Musta...
    BYD forays into Czech Republic and Slovakia as part of EU expansion strategy
    Continuing to expand its footprint in Europe, Chinese carmaker BYD has forayed into the passenger car markets of the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The initial offerings in these countries include the all-electric Sealion 07 electric vehicle and the hybrid Song Plus DM-i sport utility vehicle, locally rebranded as Sealion 7 and Seal U DM-i, respectively. By the end of 2025, BYD aims to establish 30 stores in the Czech Republic and 20 in Slovakia. The company has already opened its first store i...
    South Korean battery firms rethink partnerships with mainland Chinese companies amid rising geopolitical tensions
    South Korean battery firms are reconsidering joint ventures with mainland Chinese companies amid rising geopolitical tensions and market uncertainties, a Business Korea report said on April 17, citing industry sources. According to the report, LG Energy Solution has postponed plans to establish a battery recycling JV with mainland China's Huayou Cobalt. The plan was to set up processing plants in Nanjing and Quzhou in mainland China, with construction starting in the latter half of 2023 and o...
    BASF Cellasto invests €60 million to establish a second plant in China
    Cellasto, a prominent player in noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) components, has announced a significant expansion in the Chinese market with an investment of approximately €60 million to establish a second plant in Shanghai. This new facility is set to cater to the rapidly growing electric vehicle market in China and is expected to increase production capacity by nearly 70% when operations begin in 2027. A ceremony was held on April 14 to mark the commencement of this expansion. Martin...
    Auto Shanghai 2025: Marelli to present platform approach to simplify product development, enabling faster launch of solutions to market
    At the upcoming Auto Shanghai 2025 in mainland China, Marelli will present its technology based on a strategic platform approach, which streamlines hardware development, resulting in a faster launch of the solution to market. The company said its platform-based products utilize a highly predeveloped (up to 70%) technological foundation while also leaving some room for customization. The approach includes three platforms: Lean, Pro and Elite, each catering to different market se...
    US imposes sweeping new tariffs of up to 245% on Chinese goods
    In a press note released by the White House on April 15, the US government said that President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to launch an investigation into the national security risks posed by the reliance on imported processed critical materials and their derivative products. The investigation is aimed at evaluating vulnerabilities in supply chains, the economic impact of foreign market distortions, and potential trade remedies to ensure a secure and sustainable domestic supply...
    Mainland China to implement stricter EV battery safety regulations
    Mainland China is set to enforce stricter regulations on the safety standards of batteries used in electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids to mitigate the risks of fires and explosions within this rapidly expanding industry segment. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology announced new technical standards, aiming to enhance the safety of EVs, a category that now constitutes over half of the country's new car sales. Set to be implemented starting July 2026, these standards demand rig...
    HERE Technologies to debut at Auto Shanghai 2025 with AI mapping solutions
    HERE Technologies announced its debut at the Auto Shanghai 2025, showcasing various technologies designed to enhance the software-defined vehicle (SDV) experience. These include the HERE Navigation, a customizable software solution for the digital cockpit; the HERE AI Assistant, which offers real-time, predictive location-aware interactions; and the ADAS Cockpit Experience, among others. Additionally, HERE's Automated Driving Zones feature will be highlighted for its role in defining operational...
    Auto Shanghai 2025: Forvia plans to unveil range of innovative technologies aimed at enhancing mobility experiences
    At the upcoming Shanghai Auto Show, Forvia is set to present a range of innovative technologies aimed at enhancing mobility experiences. Among the innovations to be showcased is the Saphir, a midsize low-body car segment featuring AI-driven advancements designed for comfort, efficiency and freedom during travel. The exhibit will also introduce groundbreaking electronics such as the Electric fuse iConF and the Radar ForWave7e, both by Forvia Hella, which contribute to vehicle safety and autonomou...
    Auto Shanghai 2025: Hyundai Mobis to unveil new technologies tailored to mainland Chinese market
    Hyundai Mobis announced its plan to showcase 10 new technologies specifically tailored for the mainland Chinese market at the upcoming Auto Shanghai 2025, scheduled to be held from April 23 to May 2, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai. The technologies were developed at the company's technical centers in Shanghai and Yantai, mainland China, focusing on precommercial technologies for local customers. At its 300-square-meter booth at the NECC, Hyundai Mobis...
    Company reviewed supply chains to ensure no impact from US tariffs, China’s Xpeng says
    Guangzhou, mainland China-headquartered electric-car maker Xpeng has done a thorough analysis of its supply chain to ensure its production plans are not disrupted by the ongoing tariffs and trade tensions between the world’s largest electric vehicle market and the US, according to a news report published by Reuters on April 16. However, Xpeng's President Brian Gu, who spoke to the publication in Hong Kong, said that while sales are not currently impacted, it would be difficult to escap...
    PolyCera secures phase two of Tibet’s Lithium Extraction project
    PolyCera has been selected for the second phase of the Salt Lake Lithium Extraction project in Tibet, marking a significant expansion in the project's capacity, now exceeding 100,000 cubic meters per day (m³/d). This progression underscores PolyCera's pivotal role in the renewable energy sector, building on its phase one success where it established an advanced membrane system with a 1,900 cubic meters per hour (m³/h) capacity. Phase two aims to increase capacity by 2,300 m³/h, target...
    Lexus secures land in Shanghai to build a wholly-owned EV plant
    Lexus, the premium brand of Toyota, has recently acquired a significant plot of land in Shanghai's Jinshan district for the construction of its first electric vehicle plant in mainland China. The land, spanning approximately 1.13 million square meters, was acquired for 1.353 billion yuan (about $185 million), as confirmed by the Shanghai Public Resources Trading Center. This purchase was completed on April 1 and grants Lexus a 50-year term of usage for the land, specifically allocated for new...
    Auto Shanghai 2025: Valeo to present innovations in smart electrification, ADAS, lighting and sustainable mobility
    At the upcoming Auto Shanghai 2025, scheduled to be held from April 23 to May 2 in Shanghai, Valeo will present its innovations across four strategic areas of smart electrification, advanced driver assistance systems and user experience, lighting styling, and commitment to sustainable mobility. In the field of smart electrification, Valeo will present an ultracompact On-Board Charger and DC-DC Converter Combo ready for bidirectional charging; the Predict4Range software capable of boosting ran...
    Mainland China halts exports of rare earth amid deepening trade tensions
    Mainland China has suspended exports of a wide range of critical minerals and magnets that are used in various products including automotive components, aerospace, semiconductors and others. According to a report published by The Japan Times on April 14, mainland China has halted the shipments of magnets, which are essential for assembling several products including passenger cars, at many mainland Chinese ports while the government drafts a new regulatory system. The report said that on...
    Nio Power expands battery-swap network in Yunnan with new partnership
    Nio Power, the energy unit of Shanghai-based electric-car maker Nio, has partnered with a subsidiary of Yunnan Jiaotou Group Operation Development to construct battery-swap stations in Yunnan province, in southwest mainland China. This collaboration marks Nio's fourth partnership in a month with a state-owned enterprise to enhance battery-swap infrastructure. Announced on April 11 in Kunming, the strategic cooperation will focus on developing battery-swap facilities, smart energy mana...
    Nio signs new deal to build 50 battery-swap stations in Shandong province, mainland China
    Shanghai-based electric-vehicle maker Nio is actively expanding its network of battery-swap stations across mainland China through strategic partnerships with various state-owned companies. Recently, Nio Power, the power unit of Nio, announced a new partnership with Jining Hi-Tech Holding Group for the construction of 50 battery-swap stations in Shandong province. This partnership marks the third such collaboration with a state-owned enterprise in March, and the fourth since October 2024, d...
    BYD launches new EVs with ultrafast charging
    BYD, leading mainland Chinese new-energy vehicle (NEV) manufacturer, has officially launched the Han L sedan and Tang L sport utility vehicle, both featuring ultrafast-charging technology, at prices lower than the presales announced in March. The Han L comes in pure electric (Han L EV) and hybrid (Han L DM) variants, as does the Tang L (Tang L EV and Tang L DM). The Han L EV is available in three variants with prices starting from 219,800 yuan (about $29,910), a significant reduction from its...
    MAHLE secures €200 million contract for EV components in mainland China
    MAHLE has been awarded a significant order to support the electrification efforts of an international car manufacturer in mainland China by supplying DC/DC converters for its upcoming battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). The contract, valued at €200 million, marks a substantial step for MAHLE in expanding its presence in the mainland Chinese market, which is recognized as the leading market for vehicle electrification. The production of the DC/DC converters is scheduled to commence in 2028 at ...
    Auto Shanghai 2025: Inteva to showcase advanced products and technologies
    Inteva Products will showcase its advanced products and technologies at Auto Shanghai 2025, scheduled to be held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai from April 25 to May 2. “We are thrilled to join industry leaders at Auto Shanghai 2025,” said Marco vom Wege, vice president and chief commercial officer, Inteva Products. “At Inteva, we’re pushing the boundaries of luxury design and sustainability, and attendees of the event will get an exclusive look at wh...
    Auto Shanghai 2025: Magna will showcase advanced products and technologies
    Magna will present its advanced vehicle technologies and high-performance parts and systems at Auto Shanghai 2025, scheduled to be held from April 23 to May 2 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai. The Canadian supplier will display its strategic roadmap for the future of mobility at its booth 2BC011 in Hall 2.2. Magna will host a press conference on April 24. Magna’s display will focus on four key areas of sustainable innovations, advanced driver assistance sy...
    Mainland Chinese analysts see limited impact of US tariffs on local automakers
    US President Donald Trump’s tariff measures are expected to have a limited impact on mainland Chinese automakers, a news report published by CnEVPost on April 8 said, citing industry experts and analysts. Quoting industry analysts at Huatai Securities, the report said that while about 116,000 vehicles were exported from mainland China to the US in 2024, the additional tariffs will have a limited impact on mainland Chinese car companies as the vehicles exported mainly belonged to US car...
    In retaliation to US tariffs, mainland China flexes its monopoly on rare earth metals again
    Even as global trade reels under the impact of the Trump administration’s tariffs, countries are in for another jolt from the other end of the world. In response to the US tariffs, mainland China has imposed its own limitations on exporting various medium and heavy rare earth metals, a sector in which it holds a dominant position. According to reports, mainland China controls more than 90% of global rare earth metal production. These key metals are used in almost all manufacturing industrie...
    CATL in talks to buy controlling stake in Nio Power
    The world’s largest battery-maker, CATL, is in talks to buy a controlling stake in Nio Power, the power unit of Shanghai-headquartered electric-car maker Nio, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on April 7. The report cited Reuters as the original source of this story. According to the report, which quotes unnamed sources aware of the matter, CATL had made a proposal to acquire a controlling stake in Nio Power after announcing an investment of up to 2.5 billion yuan (about $342...
    Shanghai launches pilot project on vehicle-to-grid technology
    Shanghai has launched its first pilot project on large-scale, vehicle-to-grid (V2G) interaction on March 31, according to a news report published by China Daily on April 3. The report, which cited an announcement from the State Grid Shanghai Municipal Electric Power Co., said that Shanghai is among the first batch of nine pilot cities for promoting large-scale V2G applications in Greater China. Shanghai is expected to conduct four V2G pilot projects, it said, adding that these are part of ...
    Nio to set up 100 new battery-swap stations in Changsha, mainland China
    Shanghai-based electric-car maker Nio has signed an agreement with a new partner to expand its battery-swap network in mainland China. According to a news report published by CnEVPost on April 1, Nio Power, a subsidiary of Nio, has signed a cooperation agreement with Hunan Oriental Intelligence, a subsidiary of the Changsha Economic and Technological Development Group, to build 100 battery-swap stations in Changsha, Hunan province, in mainland China. This is the second such deal in the past f...
    NaaS Technology and Xiaomi Auto partner to enhance EV charging ecosystem in China
    NaaS Technology Inc., the first US-listed electric vehicle charging service company in mainland China, has signed a strategic partnership with Xiaomi Auto, a subsidiary of Xiaomi Group, to jointly work with the electric-car maker to enhance interconnectivity in EV charging, elevate user experience and drive innovation in intelligent mobility, NaaS announced March 17. By integrating NaaS' extensive charging network with Xiaomi Auto, its partnership with Xiaomi aims to provide seamles...
    BYD plans to deploy the first batch of its ultrafast 1,000-kW charging stations in China
    BYD plans to soon start deploying its newly launched 1,000-kW ultrafast-charging stations in Greater China, according to a news report published by CarNewsChina on March 26. According to the news report, BYD plans to deploy the first batch of 500 ultrafast chargers in early April while preparing for the commercial launch of the Han L sedan and the Tang L sport utility vehicle models. BYD had unveiled its 1 MW charging station on March 17, saying that its ultrafast charger can charge a comp...
    WeRide secures Level 4 autonomy testing permit in France
    In a press release on March 27, WeRide announced that it has secured France's Level 4 driverless public road testing and operating permit in partnership with Beti, a France-based autonomous mobility network operator. This accreditation establishes WeRide as the first and only technology firm to hold driverless permits in five countries: China, the United Arab Emirates, Singapore and the US, emphasizing its leadership and commitment to safety, compliance and scalability in the autonomou...
    Nio partners with Future Science City Group to build 100 battery-swap stations
    Nio has formed a strategic partnership with the Beijing-based state-owned enterprise, Future Science City Group, to construct 100 battery-swap stations. This collaboration aims at creating a green energy battery-swap network, with the initial focus on the Changping district in Beijing. This partnership marks Nio's second alliance with a state-owned entity for such an initiative, signaling the electric-vehicle maker's commitment to expanding its battery-swap station infrastructure. ...
    BASF doubles resin production at Shanghai plant for automotive industry
    BASF's Coatings division has announced the completion of a significant expansion to its polyester and polyurethane resin production capacity at the Caojing plant in Shanghai. Originally launched in 2015 with the capacity to produce 8,000 metric tons annually, the plant's capacity has now more than doubled to 18,800 metric tons per year. This expansion is aimed at supporting the growing market demands within the automotive industry in China and the broader Asia-Pacific region. In addition to the ...
    Xiaomi raises $5.5 billion for EV push
    Mainland China's Xiaomi Corp. announced it successfully raised $5.5 billion through an upsized share sale, signaling a significant push toward its electric vehicle manufacturing ambitions. The sale involved 800 million shares priced at HK$53.25 each, an increase from the initially planned 750 million shares due to heightened interest during the bookbuilding process. This pricing was on the lower end of the anticipated range, reflecting a 6.6% discount on Xiaomi's closing stock price prior to ...
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