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Shandong's automotive supply chain includes 28 listed companies

Shandong hosts 28 listed companies in the automotive sector, highlighting the industrial density of the Chinese province.

Review of Chinese automotive news from November 2, 2026

Daily selection of information on automotive news in China.

Ford targets 5 million annual sales by 2032

Ford CEO Jim Farley sets a target of 5 million vehicles sold per year by 2032.

Glass sand market driven by automotive demand until 2035

A market study forecasts growth in glass sand demand, driven by construction and automotive glass, through 2035.

Automobile sales in Tianjin from October

Overview of new car sales performance in the city of Tianjin for October 2026.

Solid-state batteries expected as key technology of 2027

Solid-state electrolyte batteries are presented as the major innovation expected in the automotive market in 2027.

Zeekr unveils 2027 update for 7X, more powerful at unchanged price

The 2027 model year Zeekr 7X receives minor styling tweaks, more power and slightly increased range, at an unchanged price.

Comparison of Chinese SUVs around 250,000 yuan

A comparison pits the Xpeng G9L, Li Auto L6, Zeekr 7X, and Ledao L90 against each other in the large five-seat SUV segment around 250,000 yuan.

New energy vehicle sales in China in August 2026: BYD leads

In August 2026, BYD continues to dominate new energy vehicle sales in China, with Chery and Leapmotor seeing strong growth.

Chinese manufacturers lagging behind annual sales targets

Geely has achieved 73.8% of its annual target, while Chery has reached 78.2%, the best result among traditional manufacturers, driven by its exports.

Volkswagen launches its Level 2++ ADAS Hyper Sense 8 in China

Volkswagen Group China is rolling out Hyper Sense 8, its first internally developed level 2++ driver assistance system, integrated into the VEGA technology stack and adapted for Chinese roads.

Tesla Semi: capacity of 25,000 units before commercial launch in 2027

Tesla announces a production capacity of 25,000 units for its electric Semi truck, with 500 miles of range and an efficiency of 1.7 kWh/mile, ahead of its deployment in 2027.

Tesla's share of the US EV market falls to around 52%

Tesla's share of the US electric vehicle market has dropped from around 80% in 2020 to nearly 52%, as Hyundai, Toyota and Ford gain ground.

Alfa Romeo offers 0% financing on the Junior in the UK

Alfa Romeo launches a 0% APR PCP offer in the UK, with the Junior Ibrida Sport Speciale at £329 per month.

Toyota and Waymo reportedly preparing an electric bZ robotaxi tested in Japan in 2027

Toyota is reportedly preparing a robotaxi version of its bZ electric vehicle as part of its agreement with Waymo, with trials and deployment in Japan next year.

Weijing Technology wins award for its VS919L automotive chip

Chinese company Weijing Technology won the 2026 Jinji Award for best practical application for its VS919L chip, presented as a Chinese solution with global ambitions.

Australia: electric car sales surge 117% year-on-year

Electric vehicle sales increased by 117% year-on-year in Australia in the first half of the year. They now represent 25.8% of new cars sold, or about one in four.

GAC Toyota markets the Platinum 7 electric sedan in China

The GAC Toyota joint venture offers the Platinum 7 in China, a large 5.1-meter electric sedan with a 15.6-inch screen, launched in March 2026.

Subaru updates its Pleo Plus in Japan

The Subaru Pleo Plus, the cheapest model in the range, received an update in September 2026 with new engines and safety equipment, for a claimed fuel consumption of 27 km/l.

Nissan cuts development lead times by 20 months to counter Chinese manufacturers

Amid restructuring, Nissan is revising its development methods to shorten the time-to-market for its future models, including the new Skyline, by approximately 20 months.

EU: hybrids at 36% and electrics at 23% of the automotive market in 2026

In the European Union market, hybrid powertrains account for 36% of sales and electric vehicles 23%, showing an increase.

Demand for headlight and bumper fasteners driven by ADAS and electric vehicles by 2035

A market study predicts growth in demand for fastening components for optics and bumpers, driven by driver assistance systems and electric platforms.

Ferrari reportedly preparing return of 296 Challenge Stradale

According to unconfirmed reports, Ferrari is poised to unveil a 296 Challenge Stradale, more than twenty years after the first model of that name.

Record pay for US automotive executives in 2025

Executives at major US automakers received record compensation in 2025, with Elon Musk far ahead despite mixed financial results.