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The fleet of BYD Denza Z9GT cars travelling from Rome to Hong Kong in Istanbul on June 23. Photo: Handout
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.

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Electric & new energy vehicles

Volkswagen China deliveries see 26% drop year on year to lowest point since 2010

Electric & new energy vehicles

China’s Xiaomi gears up for EV sector scrap with new SUVs, extended-range plans

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.

BYD's two-door Denza Z convertible sports car at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China) on April 24, 2026. Photo: Reuters
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.

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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.

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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.

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Visitors view a BYD electric vehicle at Expo Georgia in Tbilisi, Georgia, on June 13. Photo: Xinhua
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.

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.

Electric & new energy vehicles

EVs | 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.

China’s AI-defined vehicles make smart motoring human-centred
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.

People check out BYD electric cars in Yantai, Shandong province, in April last year. Photo:
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.

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.

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.

Chinese-made vehicles overtook Japanese brands in Korea’s import market for the first time in April. Photo: Shutterstock Images
IPO

Chinese self-driving firm Momenta eyes US$750m in Hong Kong IPO

Second ‘red-chip’ approved by Beijing for a Hong Kong listing this year aims to invest proceeds in research and development, robotaxi push.

Momenta's technology has been used cars from Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Toyota and Honda. Photo: Reuters
Momenta's technology has been used cars from Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Toyota and Honda. Photo: Reuters
Electric & new energy vehicles

China’s heavy trucks are going electric, and abroad, paving the road to net-zero freight

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.

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Banking on it: Chinese EVs expand their global footprint

With a boost in global exports offsetting domestic dips, banks forecast significant growth in overseas markets – especially western Europe.

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How 156 new car models could trigger a ‘do-or-die’ crisis in China’s EV market

A record wave of launches – mostly EVs – threatens to overwhelm demand, forcing smaller players into a fight for survival.

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BYD displays one of its luxury models at Auto China in Beijing on April 24. Photo: Reuters
BYD displays one of its luxury models at Auto China in Beijing on April 24. Photo: Reuters
Electric & new energy vehicles

Top CATL boss cools expectations over next major leap in EV batteries

Robin Zeng Yuqun addresses expectations at ‘Summer Davos’ on whether the battery technology would be available in the near future.

SCMP Highlights

Cost of China’s electric car boom, record-breaking week for sales: 7 EV reads

From how the rise of EVs is creating a headache for authorities to the latest in battery developments, here are seven EV stories you may have missed.

Electric & new energy vehicles

Chinese car sales accelerate in Europe as Brussels weighs putting on the brakes

Citi analysts say five largest Chinese-owned groups – SAIC, BYD, Geely, Chery and Leapmotor – have 10.6 per cent share of European market.

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Chinese-made MG cars on a dock before being loaded onto a ship for export at the port in Lianyungang, Jiangsu province, last week. Photo: AFP
CATL

China’s CATL bets big on sodium-ion batteries amid lithium volatility

World’s largest maker of EV batteries invests US$742 million to boost output as it introduces its first sodium-based energy-storage system.

People view displays related to CATL’s sodium ion-based Naxtra battery at the China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing on June 22. Photo: EPA
People view displays related to CATL’s sodium ion-based Naxtra battery at the China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing on June 22. Photo: EPA
Electric & new energy vehicles

China’s EV brands have Europe’s luxury marques in their sights: Zeekr executive

Zeekr vice-president Mars Chen says Chinese carmakers have edge in meeting demand for electric luxury cars.

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IPO

Momenta granted regulatory approval to list in Hong Kong amid rumoured crackdown

As Beijing appears to tighten rules on the listing of domestic firms incorporated offshore, self-driving tech start-up Momenta gains IPO approval.

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Renewable energy

Why a Chinese renewables giant is pondering a majority localisation in Europe

Europe has prohibited Chinese renewable power inverters from being used in EU-funded projects, citing cybersecurity and dependency risks.

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Chinese renewable energy giant Envision Energy’s self-developed generators have surpassed 20,000 units delivered globally and it is planning further localisation efforts in Europe. Photo: handout
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