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Daniel Ren
Shanghai Bureau Chief
Daniel Ren is the SCMP's Shanghai bureau chief. A Shanghai native, Daniel joined the SCMP in 2007 as a Business reporter.
Daniel Ren is the SCMP's Shanghai bureau chief. A Shanghai native, Daniel joined the SCMP in 2007 as a Business reporter.
Areas of Expertise:
China business, finance and marketsLanguages Spoken:
English, Mandarin
China’s electric car giant plans to unveil the humanoids at its Di Space showrooms within weeks, as it takes on Elon Musk’s firm in physical AI.
Net earnings from the sale of a 100,000 yuan car now stand at just 1,500 yuan, according to China Association of Automobile Manufacturers.
Tie-up breathes new life into plant near Valencia and signals Chinese carmakers’ stepped-up push to go global amid tariff pressures.
Mercedes, Land Rover, BMW, Jaguar and Infiniti take further hit as consumers shun pricey, petrol-powered vehicles.
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The country’s push to stabilise markets reflects urgency to sustain capital access for tech firms and protect small investors.
CEO He Xiaopeng projects the firm will sell 1 million robots by 2030 after ramping up mass production.
The facilities will support BYD’s latest flash-charging technology, which can reportedly recharge a car’s battery in just 10 minutes.
US hotel operator says new lifestyle brand reflects its belief that the country’s tourism sector will continue to grow.
Exchanges receive 19 listing applications after enthusiastic investor reception for first four such trusts.
Chinese electric vehicle maker says journey was inspired by travels of Marco Polo more than 750 years ago.
The European carmaker is losing ground to domestic EV rivals as it sees its lowest delivery volume in over a decade and half.
The company’s Sky Nomad SUV announcement is leading analysts to predict the new models will include long-range batteries to stay ahead of rivals.
With the Denza Z electric sports car, featuring DiSus tech and blade batteries, BYD aims to compete globally and challenge its German rival.
About 1 million electric or hybrid vehicles were delivered to customers in China in June, down 7 per cent year on year.
The electric vehicle manufacturer has retaken the crown after pulling ahead in overseas shipments.
Bucking muted market sentiment, Leapmotor and Zeekr both set records for a second consecutive month.
Artificial intelligence is transforming the in-car experience for drivers and passengers, with Chinese EV makers among the first to embrace a new era on the road.
Global consultancy AlixPartners delivers most bearish forecast for Chinese carmakers’ fortunes this year.
Analysts say low ownership costs and battery gains are fuelling an export boom to regions such as Southeast Asia and Africa, positioning Chinese firms as main engines.
With a boost in global exports offsetting domestic dips, banks forecast significant growth in overseas markets – especially western Europe.
A record wave of launches – mostly EVs – threatens to overwhelm demand, forcing smaller players into a fight for survival.
Robin Zeng Yuqun addresses expectations at ‘Summer Davos’ on whether the battery technology would be available in the near future.
It’s a buyer’s market as signs of recovery in first-tier cities return bargaining power to home purchasers amid policy easing.
Battery-based grid storage is set for 150 per cent growth in China, as Beijing prioritises energy security and firms eye global markets.
HKEX chief Bonnie Chan says global investors remain focused on China’s innovation story.
Top financial regulator declares support for move promoting yuan internationalisation and the city’s role as a yuan hub.
Geely sets sights on China hosting the Superbike World Championship after BYD reveals it is exploring options to enter Formula 1.
China and Abu Dhabi ‘should move faster, collaborate deeper and scale together’, says the chairman of the emirate’s energy department.
Company chairman eyes plant mergers and a formal succession road map as the firm rejects price wars to focus on international growth in rivalry with BYD.
