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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Nio's CFO change won't disrupt current operations, says Morgan Stanley

A C-level change is rarely positive news, but Nio's recent solid operation should help ease market concerns, thus preventing any panic knee-jerk reaction, Morgan Stanley said.

Zeekr releases camouflage photos of 'CX1e' SUV that will target family market

Codenamed CX1e, the model will be Zeekr's first family SUV, and will be Zeekr's second after the Zeekr 007 to target the mainstream EV market.

BYD launches 2025 Dolphin with same prices and longer range

The 2025 BYD Dolphin continues to be offered in four variants at the same prices, but brings longer range to the entry and top-trim variants.

BYD acquires 20% stake in Thai dealer Rever Automotive

BYD said its partnership with Rever will expand from passenger cars to segments including commercial vehicles in the future.

Nio narrows down candidate cities for hosting Nio Day 2024 to 3

Nio has narrowed down the candidate cities to host Nio Day 2024 from eight to three -- Guangzhou, Hangzhou and Xiamen, one of which will host the event.

Nio validating use of 1st humanoid robot with Huawei's HarmonyOS at its factory, report says

Nio is validating the first humanoid robot powered by Huawei's HarmonyOS at its factory, which uses Huawei's Pangu large model, according to local media.

BYD to reach deal with Turkey for $1 billion EV plant, report says

The new plant could give BYD easier access to the European Union, with which Turkey has a customs union agreement, said a Bloomberg report.

Nio CFO Steven Feng resigns

Feng joined Nio in November 2019, prior to that he was the head of the auto and auto parts research team at CICC.

Multiple state-owned firms in Shanghai buy Tesla Model Y to show support for foreign automakers

Multiple state-owned enterprises in Shanghai have purchased Tesla Model Ys as part of the city's efforts to optimize business environment and demonstrate equal treatment for domestic and foreign companies.

China EV price competition 'eases...for now,' says Morgan Stanley

BYD's blended price rose 1 percent month-on-month in June, while those of Nio, Xpeng, and Li Auto remained stable.