Automundo China

BYD has agreed a major order from the Saudi Electricity Company, the utility and transmission & distribution (T&D) operator of Saudi Arabia.

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BYD India has released pricing details for its latest offering, the Sealion 7 SUV., Electric Vehicles News - Times Now

CATL's share grew by 1.6 percentage points in January from December, while BYD saw its share drop by 0.29 percentage points due to lower NEV sales.

China's January NEV exports totaled 150,000 units, marking the second consecutive month of record highs, boosted by higher BEV exports.

Driving the BYD Sealion 7 PerformanceUnder the bonnet is a 58-litre frunk without a cover:The Sealion 7 uses BYD's e-Platform 3.0 which is shared with the Seal sedan. As it is an EV-specific platform, ...

BYD has outlined plans to commence "demonstration use" of all-solid-state batteries by 2027, with a broader adoption anticipated post-2030.

German automotive industry faces declining production and sales, with major companies like Volkswagen, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz impacted. China, once a key market, poses challenges with significant demand decrease, affecting market shares and intensifying competition for these carmakers. Volkswagen’s market share in China drops from 24.3% four years ago to 14.6% in 2024. Electric vehicle adoption is slow; BMW increases sales by 14%, while Volkswagen and Mercedes see declines. BMW targets a 50% electric vehicle portfolio by 2030, highlighting the ongoing transition to greener technologies. The industry must adapt to shifting consumer preferences and technological advancements to remain competitive globally. German

BYD purchased mineral rights for two lithium-rich land plots in Brazil in 2023 through its subsidiary, Exploracao Mineral do Brasil, Reuters reported Feb. 14, citing public records. The land plots...

Chinese drivers are buying affordable electric vehicles loaded with new technology, a trend that is redefining high-end vehicles and hurting German automakers.