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Zeekr launches updated 001 with enhanced powertrain, ultra-fast charging

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 7h

Zeekr launches updated 001 with enhanced powertrain, ultra-fast charging

The updated Zeekr 001 delivers up to 912 horsepower, achieving 0-100 km/h acceleration in 2.83 seconds. cnev.co/hxTeKjf 👇

The updated Zeekr 001 delivers up to 912 horsepower, achieving 0-100 km/h acceleration in 2.83 seconds.

China NEV retail up 16% year-on-year to 1.31 million in Sept, preliminary CPCA data show

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 8h

China NEV retail up 16% year-on-year to 1.31 million in Sept, preliminary CPCA data show

China's NEV retail penetration rate stood at 58.5 percent in September and 52.2 percent year-to-date. cnev.co/20pEmYU 👇

China's NEV retail penetration rate stood at 58.5 percent in September and 52.2 percent year-to-date.

Nio Firefly launches new special edition model, limited to 666 units

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CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 9h

Nio Firefly launches new special edition model, limited to 666 units

The Night Creature Special Edition Firefly EV starts at RMB 136,800 ($19,170), with deliveries set to begin on October 23. cnev.co/pavMTTs 👇

The Night Creature Special Edition Firefly EV starts at RMB 136,800 ($19,170), with deliveries set to begin on October 23.

Geely begins assembling Starray EM-i hybrid SUV in Indonesia

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 10h

Geely begins assembling Starray EM-i hybrid SUV in Indonesia

The Geely Galaxy E5 and Geely Xingyuan will also be produced at Geely's factory in Puwakarta, Indonesia. cnev.co/yttSBpb 👇

The Geely Galaxy E5 and Geely Xingyuan will also be produced at Geely's factory in Puwakarta, Indonesia.

Arcfox teases first extended-range EV as BAIC unit joins EREV race

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 11h

Arcfox teases first extended-range EV as BAIC unit joins EREV race

Arcfox will debut the EREV variant of its Alpha T5 SUV later this month, featuring CATL's Freevoy Battery. cnev.co/yYAbMze 👇

Arcfox will debut the EREV variant of its Alpha T5 SUV later this month, featuring CATL's Freevoy Battery.

BYD launches 2026 Seal 05 DM-i hybrid sedan, starting at $11,180

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 12h

BYD launches 2026 Seal 05 DM-i hybrid sedan, starting at $11,180

The 2026 Seal 05 DM-i has a battery range of 128 km, longer than its predecessor's 55-120 km. cnev.co/Z5wifVw 👇

The 2026 Seal 05 DM-i has a battery range of 128 km, longer than its predecessor's 55-120 km.

Xiaomi EV delivers record 41,948 cars in Sept

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 13h

Xiaomi EV delivers record 41,948 cars in Sept

This marks the third consecutive month of record monthly deliveries for Xiaomi EV, bringing year-to-date deliveries to 266,722 units. cnev.co/Iwzz9eF 👇

This marks the third consecutive month of record monthly deliveries for Xiaomi EV, bringing year-to-date deliveries to 266,722 units.

BYD to discontinue Song Plus amid product lineup change as SUV nears 1.6 million sales

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 13h

BYD to discontinue Song Plus amid product lineup change as SUV nears 1.6 million sales

The Song Plus, the only model in BYD's Ocean series named after a Chinese dynasty, is being replaced by the Sealion 06. cnev.co/XGN39xY 👇

The Song Plus, the only model in BYD's Ocean series named after a Chinese dynasty, is being replaced by the Sealion 06.

China EV registrations for week ending Oct 5: Nio Inc 6,400, Tesla 5,020, Xiaomi 7,360

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 18h

China EV registrations for week ending Oct 5: Nio Inc 6,400, Tesla 5,020, Xiaomi 7,360

Major EV makers saw a significant drop in insurance registrations in China last week, primarily due to the impact of the Golden Week holiday. cnev.co/GT8QwzM 👇

Major EV makers saw a significant drop in insurance registrations in China last week, primarily due to the impact of the Golden Week holiday.

Geely launches updated Xingyuan as compact EV surpasses 400,000 sales 1 year on market

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CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 1d

Geely launches updated Xingyuan as compact EV surpasses 400,000 sales 1 year on market

The 2026 Geely Xingyuan starts at RMB 65,800 ($9,240) with limited-time offers, primarily competing against BYD's Seagull and Dolphin. cnev.co/7xCdldp 👇

The 2026 Geely Xingyuan starts at RMB 65,800 ($9,240) with limited-time offers, primarily competing against BYD's Seagull and Dolphin.

CATL closes $280 million first external funding round for skateboard chassis unit, report says

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 1d

CATL closes $280 million first external funding round for skateboard chassis unit, report says

Following the funding, CAIT-SH is valued at over RMB 10 billion, becoming the first unicorn in the skateboard chassis sector. cnev.co/gjbOKv0 👇

Following the funding, CAIT-SH is valued at over RMB 10 billion, becoming the first unicorn in the skateboard chassis sector.

CPCA estimates China Sept NEV wholesale to rise 22% to 1.5 million

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CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 1d

CPCA estimates China Sept NEV wholesale to rise 22% to 1.5 million

From January to September, China's NEV wholesale sales are estimated at 10.45 million units, up 32 percent year-on-year. cnev.co/qTfRpUD 👇

From January to September, China's NEV wholesale sales are estimated at 10.45 million units, up 32 percent year-on-year.

Tesla China sells 90,812 cars in Sept, back to growth after 2 consecutive declines

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CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 1d

Tesla China sells 90,812 cars in Sept, back to growth after 2 consecutive declines

Tesla China's September sales, including exports, rose 2.82 percent year-on-year, partly boosted by the start of deliveries for the six-seat Model Y L. cnev.co/JpFIPn2 👇

Tesla China's September sales, including exports, rose 2.82 percent year-on-year, partly boosted by the start of deliveries for the six-seat Model Y L.

Nio's battery swap network hits record single-day service volume during 'golden week' travel peak

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 1d

Nio's battery swap network hits record single-day service volume during 'golden week' travel peak

On October 1, Nio's single-day battery swap service reached 145,955, setting a new record high. cnev.co/ytpheQR 👇

On October 1, Nio's single-day battery swap service reached 145,955, setting a new record high.

VW Anhui files for ID.UNYX 07 electric sedan

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CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 1d

VW Anhui files for ID.UNYX 07 electric sedan

The ID.UNYX 07 is slightly larger than the Tesla Model 3 and uses a single motor delivering 228 horsepower. cnev.co/xl7R1sN 👇

The ID.UNYX 07 is slightly larger than the Tesla Model 3 and uses a single motor delivering 228 horsepower.

Nio signs dealer in Armenia to explore new market in flexible way

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 1d

Nio signs dealer in Armenia to explore new market in flexible way

Nio has signed a dealer in Armenia, differing from its practice of appointing distributors in multiple other overseas markets. cnev.co/4tW9AyO 👇

Nio has signed a dealer in Armenia, differing from its practice of appointing distributors in multiple other overseas markets.

Xpeng replaces head of smart driving as focus shifts toward AI

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 1d

Xpeng replaces head of smart driving as focus shifts toward AI

Liu Xianming, with expertise in AI, replaced Li Liyun as head of Xpeng's autonomous driving center. cnev.co/zQJ0kNr 👇

Liu Xianming, with expertise in AI, replaced Li Liyun as head of Xpeng's autonomous driving center.

CATL partners with Maersk to expedite global expansion

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CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 1d

CATL partners with Maersk to expedite global expansion

Maersk will become CATL's preferred global logistics partner, providing integrated services including ocean freight, air freight, project logistics, and warehousing. cnev.co/jKsj6nY 👇

Maersk will become CATL's preferred global logistics partner, providing integrated services including ocean freight, air freight, project logistics, and warehousing.

BYD's 14 millionth NEV rolls off line at Brazil plant, delivered to President Lula

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 1d

BYD's 14 millionth NEV rolls off line at Brazil plant, delivered to President Lula

The rollout of BYD's 14 millionth NEV comes about 11 months after its 10 millionth vehicle. cnev.co/fHStmZX 👇

The rollout of BYD's 14 millionth NEV comes about 11 months after its 10 millionth vehicle.

Multiple execs from Nio's smart driving team have departed, report says

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CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 2d

Multiple execs from Nio's smart driving team have departed, report says

Nio's head of AI platform, head of world model, and head of smart driving products have recently left the company, according to a local media report. cnev.co/ZYwUUtF 👇

Nio's head of AI platform, head of world model, and head of smart driving products have recently left the company, according to a local media report.

Xpeng files for extended-range variants of G6 and P7+, gearing up for hybrid car super cycle

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CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 2d

Xpeng files for extended-range variants of G6 and P7+, gearing up for hybrid car super cycle

To date, Xpeng has filed for EREV variants of four existing models. cnev.co/Bnilri3 👇

To date, Xpeng has filed for EREV variants of four existing models.

Tesla files for Model Y+ in China, expected to deliver 800-km range

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 2d

Tesla files for Model Y+ in China, expected to deliver 800-km range

The new Model Y variant uses a single motor and batteries from LG Energy Solution, similar to the Model 3 variant with an 830-km range. cnev.co/EUmAmFH 👇

The new Model Y variant uses a single motor and batteries from LG Energy Solution, similar to the Model 3 variant with an 830-km range.

BYD to launch Shark pickup in China 'sooner or later,' exec says

CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 2d

BYD to launch Shark pickup in China 'sooner or later,' exec says

BYD is planning to launch the Shark pickup in the domestic Chinese market after the model has already been rolled out in multiple overseas markets. cnev.co/ROGcXhA 👇

BYD is planning to launch the Shark pickup in the domestic Chinese market after the model has already been rolled out in multiple overseas markets.

Tesla beats expectations with record 497,099 global deliveries in Q3

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CnEVPost @cnevpost.com · 9d

Tesla beats expectations with record 497,099 global deliveries in Q3

Tesla delivered a record 497,099 vehicles globally in the third quarter, surpassing Wall Street's forecast of 439,612 units. cnev.co/HxQEJk1 👇

Tesla delivered a record 497,099 vehicles globally in the third quarter, surpassing Wall Street's forecast of 439,612 units.