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 Phone gen 2 has completed development, says William Li

Huawei, Xiaomi are making cars, and the Nio Phone is a defensive strategy for Nio, William Li said.

Neta takes page from Li Auto on Neta L's interior design

Neta has shared multiple images of the Neta L's interior, saying that the model will offer a better "refrigerator, color TV, and big sofa."

BYD launches updated Frigate 07 with 13% lower starting price

The updated Frigate 07 SUV has a starting price of RMB 179,800, which is RMB 23,000, or 12.79 percent, lower than its predecessor's starting price of RMB 202,800.

Huawei's auto unit expected to become profitable this year, exec says

Huawei's automotive business is expected to turn a profit this year, bolstered by mid-to-high-end models built in partnership with automakers, the unit's chairman said.

Nio's William Li urges more focus on battery life as warranties expire on nearly 20 million NEVs over next 8 years

Li said batteries with lifetimes of up to 15 years are technically feasible, but it will take a concerted effort by the entire industry to advance the goal.

Rising Auto says it's moving forward with asset-light strategy, denies recent rumors as 'untrue'

Rising Auto said all is well with it and will launch a new model in the middle of the year.

Zeekr sees firm orders for updated Zeekr 001 exceed 20,000 units

Zeekr is targeting 30,000 firm orders for the updated Zeekr 001, which was launched on February 27, in its first month of availability.

Li Auto mulls lowering Li Mega sales target as orders less than 4,000 after half month on market, report says

Li Auto's management was expecting 70,000 to 80,000 units of the Li Mega for the full year prior to its launch, and is now discussing whether to lower that to 50,000 to 60,000 units, according to local media.

BYD chairman expects China's NEV penetration to exceed 50% within next 3 months

BYD's chairman predicted a month ago that China's monthly NEV penetration rate would exceed 50 percent within this year, and now he expects that figure to be seen within the next three months.

Nio launches new 75-kWh battery pack using only LFP cells, expected to further reduce costs

The new 75-kWh battery pack will not use both LFP cells and ternary cells like its predecessor and will begin deliveries soon with the 2024 models.