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Xiaomi Auto, new threat to Volkswagen and Tesla

Xiaomi's offensive on the electric car market is presented as a danger to Volkswagen and Tesla. The Chinese group is strengthening its positioning in the automotive sector.

The well-equipped Xpeng X9, but without these functions in the United States

The electric MPV Xpeng X9 comes with many features that American drivers will not have.

Aion S owners report swollen batteries without an effective recall

Aion S customers equipped with CALB batteries report battery swelling; the brand states it has not received a recall instruction, with repairs depending on diagnostics.

The restyled Ford Edge for 2027 on the Chinese market

The Ford Edge crossover, still sold in China, receives a mid-cycle update for the 2027 model year.

China: 18 internal combustion sedans exceed 100,000 sales in 2025

China's 2025 sales ranking shows that 18 internal combustion sedan models exceed 100,000 units, with the Sagitar ranking third.

Chinese plastics processor Juncheng diversifies its automotive parts toward electric vehicles and robotics

Profile of Chinese supplier Juncheng Technology, a specialist in precision plastic injection, which is reusing its expertise beyond automotive and extending its activities toward new energy vehicles and robotics.

Four new quality complaints against Jiangling published on the 12315 platform

China's 12315 complaint platform publishes four new reports targeting Jiangling Motors, including quality issues.

The BYD Racco achieves in one week the sales of eight months of its competitors

The new BYD Racco model reaches in one week a sales volume equivalent to eight months of sales by its rivals, raising questions about its target clientele.

A Chinese electric SUV takes up a controversial Mercedes advertisement

A Chinese electric SUV manufacturer recreates a Mercedes-Benz advertisement that had caused controversy.

JD Auto sales of AC charging stations jump more than 100% ahead of 11.11

Ahead of 11.11, JD Auto records a more than 100% increase in sales of AC charging stations, with pay-as-you-go billing.

Race for minerals for AI and electric vehicles benefits Congo, Brazil and Kazakhstan

Competition between the United States and China for strategic minerals for batteries and AI puts Congo, Brazil and Kazakhstan in a position of strength.

Comparison of the cheapest Chinese electric cars expected in 2027

A comparison reviews the most affordable Chinese electric models expected for 2027 on the Italian market.

Leapmotor abandons 12-volt battery after 70 years

Leapmotor announces it will abandon the traditional 12-volt battery, a first after decades of use of this technology in the automotive industry.

Controversy over the plastic pedal of the 尊界 (JAC/Huawei)

A controversy surrounds the use of a thin plastic part for the pedal of the 尊界, a brand from the joint venture between JAC and Huawei, compared with Buick's cast aluminum pedal.

Analysis of the success of the Xiaomi SU7 on the Chinese market

A look back at the reasons behind the commercial success of the Xiaomi SU7 electric sedan in China.

GAC Group: sales down 25.72% in September

GAC Group sold 128,600 vehicles in September, representing a year-on-year drop of 25.72%.

GEM claims partnerships with more than 1,100 automakers and battery manufacturers

Chinese recycling specialist GEM says it works with more than 1,100 automakers and battery manufacturers worldwide.

A new Tesla Model 3 rival arrives on the Chinese market

A new electric model competing with the Tesla Model 3 is launched in China, increasing pressure on the American sedan.

Geely ranked first in CAM ranking of electric technology innovation

Geely tops a global CAM ranking of electric vehicle technology innovation, ahead of Mercedes, Tesla and 34 other automakers.

China: August's top 10 sales are all-electric

In August, the ten best-selling models in China are all electric vehicles, with Chinese brands reaching a 77.8% share and internal combustion models disappearing from the ranking.

Korean brands under 10,000 monthly sales in China

Korean automakers remain below the 10,000 monthly registrations mark in China, reviving questions about their chances of a rebound in this market.

Growing interest in Chinese electric cars

Foreign observers are taking a close interest in Chinese vehicles, particularly electric ones, illustrating the growing appeal of these models.

BYD steps up LFP battery production

BYD is stepping up production of its affordable LFP batteries for its electric vehicles.