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 in-house developed SiC module sees major progress towards mass production

Nio's in-house developed SiC module saw its first C-sample roll off the line, marking a step closer to mass production, the module's production supplier said.

Li Auto says its lower-priced Li L6 to be launched 'soon'

The Li L6, based on Li Auto's second-generation extended-range platform, is a premium mid-to-large-size five-seat SUV aimed at young families, it said.

Tesla scraps plans for low-cost car amid fierce competition from Chinese EVs, report says

Reuters reported that Tesla has canceled its long-promised low-cost car expected to start at about $25,000. Musk called the report a lie.

Nio sees 1st mass-produced 150-kWh semi-solid battery pack roll off line

Nio said a month ago that its 150-kWh ultra-long-range battery pack will come online in the second quarter, and is the largest capacity battery pack mass-produced in China's passenger car segment.

BYD to launch 1st new energy pickup truck for global market within this year

BYD will launch its first new energy pickup truck model within this year, developed specifically for the global market, CnEVPost has learned.

Tesla offers 0-interest loans for up to 5 years in China to boost sales

Tesla is offering a limited-time finance policy in China with down payments as low as RMB 79,900 and 0-interest loans for up to 5 years.

China eases auto loan policy to spur consumption

Cars for personal use will be eligible for 0 percent down payment, while previously consumers were required to pay at least 20 percent of down payment for conventional cars and at least 15 percent for NEVs.

Solid-state battery startup Talent New Energy unveils cell with ultra-high energy density

Talent said its solid-state battery cell prototype has an energy density of 720 Wh/kg, which is twice the energy density of Nio supplier WeLion's semi-solid-state battery cell.

Xiaomi says SU7 gets over 100,000 orders as deliveries begin

The SU7 has gained more than 100,000 firm orders in just a few days of its launch, with the number of locked-in orders already exceeding 40,000, Xiaomi's founder said at a ceremony marking the model's first delivery.

BYD Denza says updated N7 SUV gets 3,378 orders on launch day

Denza launched the updated N7 on April 1 at a starting price 20.54 percent lower than its predecessor.