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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BYD sees 7 millionth NEV roll off assembly line

The 7 millionth vehicle is an updated Denza N7 SUV, which the premium BYD sub-brand will officially launch on April 1.

BYD launches updated Seal EV with 5% lower starting price

The BYD Seal lineup includes the all-electric Seal EV and the hybrid Seal DM-i, the latter of which has received an update on February 29.

Nio's William Li visits battery maker Gotion's headquarters

Gotion's chairman said the battery maker will set up a project team to communicate with Nio on technologies, and expects to see substantial results from their cooperation soon.

BYD Yangwang says U8 has sold over 5,000 units, reveals demographic of 1st owners

More than 80 percent of Yangwang U8 owners are business owners, partners or company executives, and 90 percent own more than 2 cars.

Leapmotor reportedly to begin production of small EV at Stellantis plant in Poland

Production of the Leapmotor T03 small EV will begin as early as the second quarter of this year, using so-called semi-knocked down (SKD) technique, according to Reuters.

Tesla cuts car production in China amid slower EV sales growth, report says

Tesla has told employees and some suppliers to prepare for an extension of production limits through April, according to Bloomberg.

Nio's power unit signs deal with Anhui's Zhongan to advance swap station buildout

Zhongan and Nio Power will jointly promote the construction of 1,000 battery swap stations, creating an open energy network and a battery asset management and operation system, Nio said.

Li Auto reportedly lowers 2024 sales target to 560,000-640,000 cars

Li Auto previously aimed to sell as many as 800,000 vehicles in 2024, and become the best-selling premium car brand in China.

SAIC forms JV with Indian steelmaker JSW to produce MG-branded EVs

The joint venture plans to launch a new product, including NEVs, every three to six months starting this year, with two new products to be launched this year.

Nio's William Li shows interior space of Onvo sub-brand's 1st model in short video

Li said in a short video on Douyin that he took test rides and test drove the first model of the Onvo brand on the Nio factory campus.