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Tesla may have started the race, but BYD is setting the pace. Does this Chinese EV giant now hold an upper hand in this high-stakes race for electric dominance?

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd., the world’s biggest producer of batteries for electric vehicles, unveiled the latest versions of its cells, playing up the durability and range.

As competition heats up in the world’s largest EV market, the spotlight is on advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS).

[SHANGHAI] Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd, the world’s biggest producer of batteries for electric vehicles, unveiled the latest versions of its cells, playing up the durability and range of its products as the perceived limits of EVs still stop many consumers from making the switch.

SHANGHAI (Reuters) -More than 70 Chinese and international automotive brands will showcase more than 100 new or refreshed models at the Shanghai auto show this week, intensifying already cutthroat competition in the world's premier market for electric vehicles and hybrids. Top-selling Chinese brands such as BYD and Geely are expected to take centre stage at the show from April 23 to May 2, while foreign automakers such as Volkswagen, Nissan, Toyota and General Motors' Cadillac brand will also jostle for attention. As a years-long consumer price war in China drags on, next-generation automated-driving features have become the next front in the battle for vehicle sales and profits.

BYD have made waves as electric vehicle manufacturers, with stunning vehicles that outperform much of the competition, but does their name have a meaning?

"But is it any good?"

The BYD Sealion 07 achieves its remarkable 820-mile combined range, making it a top contender in the plug-in hybrid market.

Beating out 11 other finalists from around the world, the win marks the first time...