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Chinese battery giant CATL rides green energy boom as revenue soars 57%
The results, despite being record figures, slightly missed market estimates of 148.6 billion yuan in revenue and 23.4 billion yuan profit.
24 Jul 2026 - 8:59PM
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Electric & new energy vehicles
Powering ahead: China’s Geely taps Ford’s Spain plant for European EV expansion
23 Jul 2026 - 7:30PM
SCMP Highlights
Xiaomi’s focus on new SUVs, BYD’s 15,000km-driving range cars: 7 EV reads
22 Jul 2026 - 4:03PM
Electric & new energy vehicles
Foreign carmakers lose more traction in China as luxury sales slide
Mercedes, Land Rover, BMW, Jaguar and Infiniti take further hit as consumers shun pricey, petrol-powered vehicles.
22 Jul 2026 - 12:01PM
A woman promotes the GLC SUV via a video stream at the Mercedes-Benz booth during Auto China 2026 in Beijing on April 24. Photo: AP Photo
Electric & new energy vehicles
As BYD marks Brazil milestone, Europe weighs response to surge in Chinese EVs
BYD hits 100,000 EVs in South American country, but calls grow in Europe for higher tariffs on Chinese products to shield local industry.
21 Jul 2026 - 3:00PM
China manufacturing
China’s car industry is on a tear overseas. So why are sales at home plunging?
Chinese car brands have suffered a steep drop in domestic sales this year, with Beijing scaling back subsidies and buyers reluctant to spend.
21 Jul 2026 - 8:00AM
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Hungary probes deal with China’s BYD after ex-foreign minister takes job there
Peter Szijjarto’s announcement that he would take a job at the world’s top electric carmaker prompted accusations of a conflict of interest.
21 Jul 2026 - 4:49AM
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Hungary’s Peter Szijjarto, right, shakes hands with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Budapest, Hungary on February 11. Szijjarto recently resigned as foreign minister to take an executive position at BYD. Photo: AFP
Electric & new energy vehicles
China’s Xpeng plants a flag in Germany’s auto heartland with Mona L03 launch
The Chinese electric car brand debuted its new SUV at a splashy ceremony in Munich, as it announced its intention to ‘put down roots in Europe’.
18 Jul 2026 - 9:00AM
Electric & new energy vehicles
Race against Tesla: China’s Xpeng eyes 2027 global launch for viral Iron robot
CEO He Xiaopeng projects the firm will sell 1 million robots by 2030 after ramping up mass production.
17 Jul 2026 - 7:00AM
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Charging ahead: why BYD plans to build 3,000 ‘flash-charging’ stations in Europe
The facilities will support BYD’s latest flash-charging technology, which can reportedly recharge a car’s battery in just 10 minutes.
16 Jul 2026 - 5:20PM
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Xpeng, armed with road-tested tech, ready to take on Tesla overseas
The Guangzhou-based company will expand its self-driving technology to international markets, challenging its US rival in Europe.
13 Jul 2026 - 5:40PM
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Brian Gu Hongdi, vice-chairman and president at Xpeng, says the Guangzhou-based company is well placed to take on Tesla in overseas markets, particularly Europe. Photo: Xpeng
Electric & new energy vehicles
BYD showcases charging technology in 15,000km journey from Rome to Hong Kong
Chinese electric vehicle maker says journey was inspired by travels of Marco Polo more than 750 years ago.
11 Jul 2026 - 5:00PM
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Electric & new energy vehicles
Volkswagen China deliveries see 26% drop year on year to lowest point since 2010
The European carmaker is losing ground to domestic EV rivals as it sees its lowest delivery volume in over a decade and half.
11 Jul 2026 - 4:32PM
Electric & new energy vehicles
China’s Xiaomi gears up for EV sector scrap with new SUVs, extended-range plans
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.
9 Jul 2026 - 5:30PM
Electric & new energy vehicles
BYD’s EV tech in the spotlight as it challenges Porsche’s 911
With the Denza Z electric sports car, featuring DiSus tech and blade batteries, BYD aims to compete globally and challenge its German rival.
8 Jul 2026 - 4:00PM
BYD's two-door Denza Z convertible sports car at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China) on April 24, 2026. Photo: Reuters
SCMP Highlights
China’s heavy trucks go electric; Chinese makers expand footprint: 7 EV reads
From China’s shift to electric heavy trucks to BYD regaining its lead in the global race, here are seven EV stories you may have missed.
8 Jul 2026 - 4:12PM
Electric & new energy vehicles
China’s EV deliveries continue downward spiral, exacerbating industry worries
About 1 million electric or hybrid vehicles were delivered to customers in China in June, down 7 per cent year on year.
7 Jul 2026 - 12:25PM
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China’s private sector
China’s carmakers are rewriting Europe’s auto hierarchy
But the rapid gains could slow if the EU widens tariffs on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, analysts said.
6 Jul 2026 - 7:30AM
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Visitors view a BYD electric vehicle at Expo Georgia in Tbilisi, Georgia, on June 13. Photo: Xinhua
Electric & new energy vehicles
China’s BYD surpasses Tesla to regain lead in global EV race
The electric vehicle manufacturer has retaken the crown after pulling ahead in overseas shipments.
3 Jul 2026 - 6:00PM
Electric & new energy vehicles
New technologies power China’s Tesla challengers to monthly sales records
Bucking muted market sentiment, Leapmotor and Zeekr both set records for a second consecutive month.
2 Jul 2026 - 2:00PM
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China’s AI-defined vehicles make smart motoring human-centred
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.
2 Jul 2026 - 1:25PM
Electric & new energy vehicles
Will slowing car sales in China reignite brutal price war in crowded market?
Global consultancy AlixPartners delivers most bearish forecast for Chinese carmakers’ fortunes this year.
1 Jul 2026 - 10:45AM
People check out BYD electric cars in Yantai, Shandong province, in April last year. Photo:
China-EU relations
EU seeks ‘tangible results’ on China trade deficit by October
Hopes of progress in paring the EU’s trade deficit with China by autumn will mean overcoming some seemingly insurmountable barriers.
30 Jun 2026 - 5:00PM
Electric & new energy vehicles
Price war fallout: China imposes 60-day payment cap for energy storage sector
China enforces stricter payment rules for EV and energy storage batteries in a bid to curb disorder and build a resilient supply chain.
30 Jun 2026 - 2:00PM
Electric & new energy vehicles
Chinese EV makers gain traction in South Korea’s import car market
While not a high-volume market, success in South Korea helps ‘prove the quality and competitiveness’ of Chinese EVs, analyst says.
30 Jun 2026 - 1:00PM
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