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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WeRide begins offering robotaxis on Uber in UAE

WeRide's robotaxis begin to be available on Uber's platform in Abu Dhabi, marking the first time Uber has launched autonomous vehicles outside the US.

Nio reportedly to roll out driver assist system based on end-to-end tech in Jan

Nio will launch its Banyan 3.1.0 system in January, for the first time to bring smart driving capabilities that incorporate end-to-end AI models, according to local media.

Nio signs strategic partnership with Mastercard

Nio said it and Mastercard will work together to provide more value-added services to users worldwide, helping the company expand and grow its business in global markets.

Nio's new swap station plant in Wuhan to reach capacity of 1,500 in 2025

Nio Power's battery swap station plant in Wuhan, Hubei province, saw its 100th battery swap station roll off the assembly line today, entering the scale-up phase of production.

Nio scores win in Australia in dispute with Audi over 'ES' trademarks

Audi's opposition has been rejected and Nio has been allowed to move forward with the registration of the ES series of trademarks in Australia.

Tesla ramps up marketing efforts in China with latest emphasis on safety

In the past six years, Tesla has never been recalled due to fire risk, and the probability of a Tesla catching fire is only one-eighth that of a gasoline car, said Grace Tao, VP of the EV maker.

Nio expects Onvo sub-brand to sell around 240,000 units in 2025, report says

Nio expects the Onvo sub-brand to sell around 240,000 units for the full year in 2025, with the Firefly sub-brand selling around 5,000 units per month, according to local media.

Nio ET7, EC7, ES8 see slightly longer wait times

Delivery wait times for the ET7, EC7, and ES8 have changed from 2-3 weeks to 3-4 weeks, the first time in the past five months that the Nio brand has seen such a change.

CAAM urges caution for Chinese automakers in buying US chips

The US government's arbitrary changes to the control rules have seriously affected the stable supply of US chip products, CAAM said.

Tesla China sells 78,856 cars in Nov, up 15.49% from Oct

Tesla saw a rebound in China-made vehicle sales, including exports, last month, after seeing a dip in October.