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China Auto Daily丨Chery Commences All New QQ3 Smart EV Pre Sales
Chery launches the QQ3 smart EV, February auto exports surge 56%, and UBS highlights improving EV cost competitiveness.
China Auto Daily丨NIO Achieves First-Ever Quarterly Profit
NIO achieves its first quarterly profit while Lotus, Zeekr, and Jetour launch tech-heavy models amid booming Chinese vehicle exports.
Global Leader CATL Reports Record RMB 722 Billion Net Profit
Battery giant CATL reported a stellar 2025 fiscal year, achieving RMB 72.2 billion in net profit. The company maintained its global dominance in both power and energy storage sectors while expanding into aviation.
China Auto Daily丨Qijing Debuts GT7 Smart Shooting Brake with 896-Line LiDAR
Qijing’s GT7 debuts with flagship tech, CATL reports surging annual profits, and Zeekr faces price hikes due to supply costs.
New BYD Blade Battery Breaks 1,000km Range and Cold-Weather Barriers
BYD has officially debuted its Second-Generation Blade Battery and "Flash Charge China" strategy, featuring 5-minute charging and 1,000km+ ranges to challenge traditional internal combustion engine dominance and extreme winter conditions.
China Auto Daily丨XPeng G6 Super EREV Debuts with Record 1704km Combined Range
XPeng G6 EREV launched alongside Toyota Bozhi 7 pre-sales, while GAC Aion expanded charging infrastructure and analysts forecasted humanoid robot growth.
From 3D Points to Images: Huawei Redefines LiDAR Sensing Tech
Huawei has launched the world’s first mass-produced 896-line dual-optical path LiDAR, debuting on the Maextro S800, AITO M9, and Hyper A800 to bring "image-grade" resolution to autonomous driving.
iCAR V27 Debuts Horizon SuperDrive with Single-Stage End-to-End AI
On March 3, 2026, iCAR and Horizon Robotics showcased the iCAR V27, the first rugged SUV equipped with the Horizon SuperDrive (HSD) system. Powered by the Journey 6P chip, it utilizes a "one-stage" end-to-end model to outperform human reaction speeds.
China Auto Daily丨GAC AION i60 Launches New Range-Extended Model for $14,900
GAC AION launched the i60 "Ma Dao Cheng Gong" edition, while Huawei teased industry-leading LiDAR for Maextro. Changan, GAC, and Seres reported mixed February sales.
China Auto Daily丨Xiaomi Unveils Vision GT Supercar Concept at MWC Barcelona 2026
Xiaomi debuts its first supercar concept in Barcelona while February sales data shows stark contrasts between automakers.
All-New Alpha S5 Debuts: Arcfox Adds EREV, City NOA to Aggressive Pricing
Arcfox launched the all-new Alpha S5 with EREV and BEV options, starting at 112,800 yuan, featuring City NOA and 1,450km range.
China Auto Daily丨Geely Automobile Repurchases 3.841 Million Shares for Approximately HKD 63.12 Million
Geely’s executes HKD 63 million share buyback, NIO’s chip subsidiary secures RMB 2.2 billion investment, CAAM reports January sales, and Volkswagen hails China's tech leadership.
2025 BYD's Global Surge: Exports over 1 Million, Anchored by Latin America and Europe
BYD delivered 4.6 million vehicles in 2025, entering the Top 5 global automakers and becoming the world’s No.1 BEV seller, backed by surging exports to Latin America and Europe.
China Auto Daily丨China January NEV Wholesale Estimated at 900,000 Units
China's NEV wholesale edges up 1%; Changan sales decline sharply; BMW targets China with electric Neue Klasse lineup.
XPeng’s Refreshed P7+ Begins International Delivery to 18 Countries, Targets 25 European Markets by April
XPeng Motors has shipped its refreshed AI-powered P7+ sedan to 18 countries, emphasizing global production standards and planning local European manufacturing amid challenging market conditions.
China Auto Daily丨SAIC Motor January Sales Surge 23.9%, Overseas Sales Jump 51.7%
SAIC posts strong January growth; Tesla targets million-unit robots by year-end; XPeng P7+ global rollout advances.
China Auto Daily丨January Auto Sales Reveal Shifting Landscape: Xiaomi Surges, BYD Declines
January 2026 sales data from major Chinese automakers shows a split performance, with startup Xiaomi leading newcomers while BYD faces a significant drop.
BYD's Atto 1 Hits Australian Roads, Becoming Market's Most Affordable EV
BYD’s Atto 1, Australia’s cheapest electric vehicle at AUD 23,990, begins deliveries focusing on city commuters, offering practical features and solid performance amid a growing competitive EV landscape.
China Auto Daily丨XPeng Expects "Very Strong" Growth in 2026 with Overseas Markets Leading
XPeng forecasts strong 2026 growth, Chery debuts electric pickup, AITO M6 spied with Huawei tech.
China Auto Daily丨China’s 2025 Auto Exports Hit 8.32 Million Units; NEV Share Climbs to 57%
China’s 2025 auto exports rise 30%, with NEVs gaining majority share; NEV parc grows sharply; Chery advances robotics.
Changan Accelerates Europe Entry; Invests Billions, Launches New Car Models
Changan Automobile aims to release eight new models under three brands in Europe by 2030, investing €2 billion and targeting 1,000 European sales touchpoints amid tariff challenges.
XPeng’s 2025 Sales Soar with 380 Overseas Stores and Global Expansion
XPeng Motors has grown its global footprint to 60 countries with 1,000+ sales outlets, including 380 outside China, delivering 429,445 vehicles worldwide in 2025, driven by strong international demand.
China Auto Daily丨Geely Targets Top-5 Global Auto Sales by 2030, Hits 6.5 Million Units
Geely aims for 6.5M sales by 2030, GAC's flying car gains traction, and Tesla preps Optimus robot sales.
Chinese Smart Driving Tech Expands Global Footprint: From ADAS to Robotaxis
Chinese autonomous driving companies, led by iMotion and Horizon Robotics, accelerate global expansion with major production awards and international certifications, targeting Europe, Asia, and Middle East markets.
China's Used Car Market Unlocks a Sourcing Bonanza for International Buyers
China's used vehicle market surpassed 20 million transactions in 2025, marking a historic milestone with growing new energy vehicle sales and enhanced market transparency fueling international export potential.
China Auto Daily丨Geely Galaxy V900 Launches as AI-Driven Family MPV, Starting at RMB 269,800
Geely debuts AI-powered V900 MPV; Chery exports Jaecoo SUVs from Malaysia; XPeng expands to 1,000 sales outlets worldwide.
January's Auto Launches: From Tech-Focused EVs to Practical Family Cars
January 2026 sees five major vehicle launches in China, spanning affordable SUVs, electric coupes, tech-upgraded city cars, luxury SUVs, and AI-powered MPVs tailored for diverse buyers.
China Auto Daily丨Chery Invests in Autonomous Driving Chip Firm
Chery joins autonomous driving chip firm ownership; Xpeng's successful ET1 prototype robot; Xpeng‘s youthful X9 buyers surge.
China Auto Daily丨Chery Unveils Cutting-Edge AI Technologies and New Models at 2026 AI Night
Chery showcased advanced AI tech and new AI-enabled cars at its 2026 AI Night. SAIC forecasts a massive 438%-558% net profit rise in 2025 with 4.5 million vehicle sales. Great Wall introduces GWM ONE, its native AI multi-powertrain platform supporting fuel cell, hybrid, and pure electric systems.
China Auto Daily丨China Sets Auto Production and Sales Records in 2025, NEVs Surpass 50% Share
China's auto market hit record 34.5M sales in 2025 with NEVs over 50%. Global EV sales rose 20% to 20.7M. China pushes solid-state batteries and autonomous driving innovations.