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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Xiaomi EV tech launch: Live updates

Xiaomi hopes to become one of the top five car companies in the world through 15-20 years of efforts, said CEO Lei Jun.

Nio's NOP+ completes coverage of 320,000 km urban mileage, exceeding year-end target

In Shanghai, NOP+ is now available on 99 percent of the city's main roads, while the coverage of all urban roads in the city, including main roads and all side roads, reached 78.4 percent.

Zeekr officially launches Zeekr 007 sedan to target mainstream EV market

Zeekr aims to make the Zeekr 007, which comes standard with an 800 V electrical system and has a starting price of about $29,390, the benchmark in its segment.

BYD gets permit to test L3 autonomous vehicles in China

BYD said it received its first permit on July 21, the first in China, and emphasized that L3 autonomous driving is not fully self-driving.

Tesla plans to revamp Model Y at Shanghai plant, mass production may begin by mid-2024, report says

Tesla is currently working on preparations for the updated Model Y in China, which could begin mass production as early as mid-2024, according to Bloomberg.

Nio expected to launch Alps sub-brand in Q1 2024, report says

Competition is fierce at the moment, and the timing of Nio's second brand's entry into the market is important, William Li said on December 24.

Baidu-backed Jiyue names 2nd model Jiyue 07, releases official images

The Jiyue 07 is another 7-series model for the Chinese EV market. Jiyue just launched its first model, the Jiyue 01, on October 27.

China EV insurance registrations for week ending Dec 24: Nio 4,100, Xpeng 3,900, Li Auto 12,100, Tesla 18,500

Between December 1 and December 24, Nio was at 12,000 units, Xpeng at 12,500, Li Auto at 36,400, Tesla at 60,200 and BYD at 180,000 units.

Nio sets up parts firm in Chuzhou, possibly for Firefly brand

Previous reports said Firefly models would be built at Nio's F4 plant in Chuzhou.

Changan, Ganfeng plan to set up JV to develop solid-state batteries

Changan and Ganfeng will set up a joint venture based on equal shareholding to accelerate solid-state battery development and manufacturing.