Lei Kang

  • BYD's global model Yuan Plus reaches 1 million sales milestone

    The Yuan Plus was initially launched in February 2022 and currently has a starting price range of RMB 115,800 ($16,110) to RMB 145,800 in China.

  • BYD Fang Cheng Bao files for Tai 7 hybrid SUV

    The Tai 7 measures 4,999 mm in length and offers single-motor and dual-motor options.

  • Xiaomi unit secures new land plot in Beijing for EV project

    A subsidiary of Xiaomi has secured a new land plot for RMB 635 million ($88.39 million), which is expected to be used for the third phase of its EV factory.

  • BYD's popular Yuan family surpasses 1.5 million units in sales

    The Yuan family sold 31,711 units in May, making it the fifth most popular model among BYD's 20-plus models.

  • Buick launches updated Electra E5 electric SUV in China, promising zero self-ignition

    The updated Electra E5 has a starting price of RMB 169,900 ($23,640), and Buick promises zero self-ignition for the model.

  • BYD launches Seal 05 DM-i hybrid sedan in Poland and Slovakia

    The Seal 05 DM-i has been renamed Seal 5 DM-i and is BYD's second hybrid model in Europe.

  • China NEV retail at 402,000 in Jun 1-15, up 38% year-on-year

    The penetration rate of NEVs in retail sales was 57 percent from June 1 to 15, and 49.98 percent year-to-date.

  • Leapmotor launches updated C16 SUV with lower prices

    Leapmotor has launched the updated C16 SUV, with a starting price of RMB 151,800 ($21,130), adding five-seat versions in addition to six-seat variants.

  • Gotion to supply its latest 46-series cylindrical battery cells for Ehang's EH216 eVTOL

    The EH216 series eVTOL equipped with the new batteries are expected to achieve significant performance improvements, including longer flight ranges and stronger power output.

  • BYD partners with China's top 2 EV charger operators to build 1-MW ultra-fast chargers

    BYD has teamed up with Teld and Star Charge to build 1-MW ultra-fast chargers.