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IM Motors launches LS6 SUV in Thailand, officially begins overseas expansion
The LS6 has been rebranded as the IM6 in Thailand with a starting price of 1,399,900 baht ($41,600).
China delays approval of BYD's Mexican plant amid fears tech could leak to US, report says
Chinese authorities are concerned that Mexico would gain unrestricted access to BYD's advanced technology and may even possibly allow the US access to it, according to the Financial Times.
Xpeng forays into Indonesia, to start local production in H2 2025
Xpeng has started pre-sales of its G6 SUV and X9 MPV in Indonesia and plans to start local production in the country in the second half of 2025.
BYD mulls building its 3rd European plant in Germany, report says
BYD is considering setting up its third European car assembly plant in Germany as it looks to build brand awareness among European customers as a local manufacturer, according to Reuters.
BYD's 5th car carrier BYD Changsha to be launched soon
BYD Changsha is the fifth in BYD's vessel fleet and its second car carrier with a capacity of 9,200 vehicles.
Geely enters Australia and New Zealand with local launch of EX5 electric SUV
Geely will bring the EX5 to more than 20 international markets by the end of 2025.
Xpeng makes entry into more European markets
Xpeng has entered automotive markets in Poland, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia, with sales scheduled to begin in the second quarter.
BYD launches 4 electric commercial cars in UAE
BYD launched 4 electric commercial vehicles in the UAE for use in the delivery and public transportation sectors.
BYD enters Kazakhstan, expands Central Asia presence to 3 countries
BYD has launched the Han EV, Song Plus EV and Song Plus DM-i in Kazakhstan.
Nio opens 1st swap station in UAE, its 1st in MENA region
In the UAE, a single battery swap service costs AED 119 ($32) for a 100-kWh battery pack and AED 99 for a 75-kWh pack.
