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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We are starting to adopt updated stylebook

Updates you may notice include that we will be using "Nio" instead of "Nio" as before, and will be using "Xpeng" instead of "Xpeng".

Nio to start new ES8 delivery on Jun 28, cuts price of top trim by $1,400

Show cars of the new ES8 became gradually available in Nio showrooms starting June 24, and Nio added more features to the model as standard.

BYD expands presence in Middle East with launch of Atto 3 in UAE

The Atto 3 is priced significantly lower than other EVs in the UAE, making it by far the most accessible electric model available in the UAE through official dealers.

BYD delivers 1st 100 Yuan Plus EVs in Mexico

Delivery of 100 Yuan Plus units was made by BYD and three Mexican dealers.

Xpeng plans to launch right-hand drive model in Hong Kong next year, report says

Right-hand drive is a large segment of the overall EV market, and Xpeng is determined to build itself into a strong global EV company, the South China Morning Post quoted Xpeng's president as saying.

Xpeng to equip its vehicles in Europe with Twine4Car infotainment system for better experience

This will start with the all-electric Xpeng P7 sedan, with European deliveries set to begin this summer.

Nio welcomes China's move to extend tax breaks for NEV purchases

From now until 2027, pure electric vehicles will continue to enjoy purchase tax incentives, which will give Nio vehicles a significant advantage over fuel-powered luxury vehicles in terms of purchase costs, Nio said.

Nio says Abu Dhabi investment took just 3 weeks from talk to deal

The partnership, which went from discussion to agreement in just three weeks, demonstrates Abu Dhabi's commitment to investing in technology innovation and clean energy transformation, Nio said.

China extends NEV purchase tax breaks for 4 years

China will still offer NEV purchase tax breaks from 2024 to 2027, but the intensity will diminish in steps.

Nio's William Li attends high-level Sino-German meetings as Chinese Premier visits Europe

Nio was invited to attend a roundtable of Sino-German entrepreneurs and was the only smart electric vehicle company present.