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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Zeekr to start building showrooms in Japan in Q4 for local market entry in 2025

Zeekr will begin building showrooms in Japan in the fourth quarter of this year and plans to start selling and delivering vehicles there in 2025.

Avatr to unveil limited-edition model Avatr 012 on Aug 20

The Avatr 012 is expected to be based on the Avatr 12 electric sedan to target fashion-conscious potential customers.

Xpeng's AI robot can complete reservation for Mona M03, video shows

A video shared by Xpeng's CEO shows that the company's AI robot can complete the entire process of booking the Mona M03, except for payment.

Zeekr to launch new models on Aug 13, refreshed 001 and 007 expected

A Zeekr poster hints that the Zeekr 001 shooting brake and the Zeekr 007 sedan will get the 2025 model year updates, both just about half a year after the launch of their predecessors.

BYD launches Sealion 6 DM-i hybrid SUV in Thailand

Previously BYD's available models in Thailand were three BEVs -- Dolphin, Sealion and Atto 3.

CATL opens 1st experience center to showcase EV models powered by its batteries

CATL's first experience center opened today, bringing together nearly 100 models from about 50 automotive brands it ramps up its engagement with consumers.

Automakers' share of China NEV market in Jul: BYD tops with 35.5%, Tesla 4th with 5.3%

In the January-July period, BYD was No. 1 in the NEV market by retail with a 34.1 percent share, while Tesla was No. 3 with a 6.5 percent share.

Bike-sharing giant Hellobike plugs into Nio's charging network

Hellobike announced on Weibo that starting in August, its users will be able to use Nio's charging stations on Hellobike's mobile app.

BYD to adopt Huawei's smart driving system on Fang Cheng Bao's new model Bao 8, report says

The Bao 8 is expected to feature Huawei's Qiankun ADS 3.0, which will be the first collaboration between BYD and Huawei in the smart driving space.

BYD launches 2 new models in Seal lineup, starts adopting LiDAR for enhanced driver assistance

BYD has launched the 2025 Seal and the new Seal 07 DM-i, both based on its latest technology architecture. The 2025 Seal is BYD's first model to feature LiDAR.