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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FAW Hongqi joins CATL battery swap alliance

Hongqi is the second automotive brand in the past month to announce the adoption of CATL's Choco-SEB battery swap solution.

Meet Daniel Jin: Head of Nio Firefly, an auto industry veteran

Jin joined Nio in January 2022 after more than 10 years at SAIC-GM.

Nio reaches 60 millionth battery swap service milestone

Nio reached its 60 millionth battery swap service today, about four months after its 50 millionth service.

BYD on track to sell 4.25 million cars this year, exec says

BYD is on track to sell 4.25 million units in the full year 2024, the company's chief scientist said, suggesting sales will be around 500,000 units this month.

Tesla rolls out Actually Smart Summon feature in China

Tesla has launched the Actually Smart Summon feature in China and started offering 90 days of free EAP access to customers who purchase its vehicles through trade-ins.

Xiaomi begins preparations for selling cars in overseas markets, report says

Xiaomi EV is assembling a team for selling cars overseas and will sell small batches of cars in several regions in recent years to test market response, according to local media.

Nio touches on wide range of topics in year-end media meet, here's everything you need to know

The first model from the Nio battery swap alliance is doing winter testing, and the Firefly sub-brand will start selling in Europe next year.

Tesla completes energy consumption filing for Cybertruck in China, reigniting market entry speculation

Tesla has completed an energy consumption filing for the Cybertruck in China and received an energy consumption label, reigniting speculation that the model could be introduced to the country.

Jiyue reshuffles team as operation faces difficulties

Jiyue CEO unveiled 4 priorities, including merging positions and cutting projects that won't improve financial performance in the short term.

Xpeng Nov deliveries breakdown: Mona M03 at 11,962, P7+ at 6,950

Mona M03 deliveries exceeded 10,000 for the third consecutive month, contributing 38.72 percent of Xpeng's deliveries in November.