Phate Zhang
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Nio rolls out major update to NWM driver assist software in China, delivering more human-like driving experience
This marks Nio's second major update to its NWM driver assist software since May 2025.
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South Africa considers tariffs on vehicles from China and India
South Africa is considering imposing tariffs of up to 50% on vehicles from China and India, as policymakers said that imported goods are harming domestic manufacturing.
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BYD begins construction of Vietnam battery plant in partnership with local automaker
The battery plant involves a total investment of $130 million, with a combined annual capacity of 6 GWh across two phases.
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Nio brings in former Alibaba exec as part of efforts to ramp up AI push
Yang Sheng, a former algorithm expert at Alibaba's DAMO Academy, has joined Nio for research on cutting-edge architecture and algorithm.
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Chery's Rely brand launches R08 EV to tap China's electric pickup market
The R08 EV starts at RMB 127,800 ($18,370) and is Rely's first pure-electric pickup.
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BYD's European registrations surge 270% in 2025 while Tesla slips 27%
BYD achieved over 200% year-on-year growth in Europe during most months of 2025, whereas Tesla saw declines in every single month.
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Rising metal and memory prices weigh on China's EV industry, analysts say
If all cost increases are borne by automakers, they could completely erode profit margins, UBS said.
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Li Auto reaches 30,000th delivery of Mega electric MPV
Li Mega saw strong sales performance in the third quarter of 2025, but the momentum halted following a fire incident and subsequent recall in late October.
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Nio opens 1st distributor store in Hungary as European expansion continues
Nio currently offers the ET5, ET5 Touring, ES6, and ES8 in Hungary.
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Li Auto CEO reaffirms AI focus in internal meeting amid sluggish sales
But employees are more eager to hear about plans to reverse the sales slump.
