Automundo China

Marketplace's China correspondent Jennifer Pak explains the factors that have made Chinese EV makers competitive and could keep them competitive in a high tariff world.

Charging is often cited as one of the main reasons drivers aren't embracing EVs, with charging times in the US ranging from 20 minutes to 50 hours.

BYD refutes claims of "slavery-like" conditions at its Brazilian factory site, citing misunderstandings and vowing stricter oversight of contractors.

For a driver who regularly drives at night in China, large trucks with broken taillights are likely to be seen, posing a challenge to the camera's ability to recognize them, Li Auto CEO said.

China's Jinjiang Group is in the spotlight after Brazil's labour authorities said workers at a factory it is building for electric vehicle maker BYD were victims of human trafficking working in...

Factbox-What is China's Jinjiang, the BYD contractor under fire in Brazil?

China's Jinjiang Group is in the spotlight after Brazil's labour authorities said workers at a factory it is building for electric vehicle maker BYD were victims of human trafficking working in "slavery-like conditions". Jinjiang has rejected the claim about workers in slavery-like conditions and not responded to a request for comment on the trafficking allegation. China's foreign ministry said it is communication with Brazil and that China requires Chinese companies to operate in compliance with the law.

Profit margins in China’s automotive industry were squeezed even further in 2024 as cut-throat competition continued to claim weaker electric vehicle makers.