Lei Kang

The updated Xpeng X9 was launched in Malaysia just seven months after its predecessor's launch there.

The X9 EREV will be the first of Xpeng's slew of hybrid models to launch, as the EV maker has filed EREV variants for four existing models to date.

Pre-sales for the Starshine 6 began on September 26 in China, with a discounted starting price of RMB 79,800 ($11,200).

Cumulative passenger NEV retail sales in China this year reached 9.5 million units, a 23 percent increase compared to the same period last year.

Geely Galaxy officially launched the M9 on September 17, which is one of the most affordable large SUVs in the Chinese market.

Beyond the Hi4-T variant targeting the hardcore off-road market, Tank has added the Hi4-Z version of the Tank 400 geared toward urban use.

Leapmotor's founder and his concerted parties recently increased their holdings in the company by about HK$205 million ($26.4 million).

Xpeng's former head of smart driving, Li Liyun, has confirmed his departure after being replaced earlier this month by Liu Xianming, who possesses AI expertise.

Leapmotor's new A-series model will be developed for the Chinese and European markets, featuring a smaller size compared to B-series models.

The Denza N8L large six-seat SUV targets the family vehicle market, with pre-sales pricing starting at RMB 319,800 ($44,890).