Phate Zhang

Phate is the founder and main author of CnEVPost. He has been reporting since 2009, mainly on macroeconomics and capital markets. He started his career at China Daily and Reuters. Contact via: phate@cnevpost.com.
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BYD, Xpeng join Zeekr, Li Auto in adopting Nvidia's next-gen Thor chip

Nio's models currently come standard with four Nvidia Orin chips, but it will carry its own in-house developed chip in the ET9, which it will start delivering next year. ...

Nio to maintain last year's R&D investment in 2024, says William Li

William Li talked about a lot of issues in an interview, including sub-brands, collaboration with other car companies on battery swap services, priorities for 2024. ...

Xpeng to enter Singapore market by H2 2024, report says

Xpeng recently appointed Premium Automobiles in Singapore as its dealer, and its first model to retail there is expected to be the G6 SUV, according to The Straits Times. ...

Nio Phone gen 2 has completed development, says William Li

Huawei, Xiaomi are making cars, and the Nio Phone is a defensive strategy for Nio, William Li said. ...

Neta takes page from Li Auto on Neta L's interior design

Neta has shared multiple images of the Neta L's interior, saying that the model will offer a better "refrigerator, color TV, and big sofa." ...

BYD launches updated Frigate 07 with 13% lower starting price

The updated Frigate 07 SUV has a starting price of RMB 179,800, which is RMB 23,000, or 12.79 percent, lower than its predecessor's starting price of RMB 202,800. ...

Huawei's auto unit expected to become profitable this year, exec says

Huawei's automotive business is expected to turn a profit this year, bolstered by mid-to-high-end models built in partnership with automakers, the unit's chairman said. ...

Nio's William Li urges more focus on battery life as warranties expire on nearly 20 million NEVs over next 8 years

Li said batteries with lifetimes of up to 15 years are technically feasible, but it will take a concerted effort by the entire industry to advance the goal. ...

Rising Auto says it's moving forward with asset-light strategy, denies recent rumors as 'untrue'

Rising Auto said all is well with it and will launch a new model in the middle of the year. ...

Zeekr sees firm orders for updated Zeekr 001 exceed 20,000 units

Zeekr is targeting 30,000 firm orders for the updated Zeekr 001, which was launched on February 27, in its first month of availability. ...