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This week's tech recap highlights ex-Waymo CEO John Krafcik's skepticism over Tesla's Robotaxi, Rivian's $5 billion factory groundbreaking, Tesla's $0 down lease offer amid sales struggles, Uber riders preferring Waymo Robotaxis, and BYD overtaking Tesla in global EV sales. read more

South Korea’s top automakers and battery companies are teaming up for the first time to take on China and advance new technology. Hyundai and Kia announced a new alliance with three EV battery giants to help Korea gain an edge. more…

Tesla is starting to integrate Deepseek and Doubao, two AIs competing with Elon Musk’s Grok, inside its cars in China. Unlike Grok in cars in North America, AIs in China are going to be able to interact with car functions. more…

Tesla to offer Chinese rival DeepSeek AI and ByteDance's Doubao in China, amid Elon Musk's row against OpenAI. read more

An exporter named EV Marketplace says they'll help import and homologate EVs for individual European customers.

The first deliveries of the extended wheelbase all-electric family car are expected to start in just a few weeks. The post Tesla China VP confirms Model Y L first deliveries in September appeared first on TESLARATI.

China has released a breakdown of the subsidy settlements for new-energy vehicle (NEV) companies from 2016 to 2020, along with the allocation plan for 2021 to 2022, and the data helps illustrate how the industry landscape shifted during those years. According to data released by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) earlier this month, over the seven years from 2016 to 2022, subsidies gradually moved from traditional state-owned enterprises to leading carmakers and emerging...

Hyundai Motor, Audi and BYD are redirecting their strategic focus on electric sedans to achieve balanced sales growth with their SUV lineups. The three carmakers recently introduced flagship all-electric models in Korea, hoping to capture local demand for quality sedans. Last month, Hyundai Motor unveiled the freshly redesigned IONIQ 6 electric vehicle (EV) for the Korean market. The upgraded model came in almost three years after the vehicle debuted in September 2022. The IONIQ 6 is one of the carmaker’s flagship EV models, along with the IONIQ 5 compact SUV. The new IONIQ 6 has clear upsides compared with other electric sedans, as the vehicle is capable of traveling up to 562 kilometers on a single charge — the highest among EVs available in Korea. Given local customers’ strong preference for longer-range EVs, the vehicle holds a strong competitive edge in the non-premium EV sedan market. The vehicle is available for less than 50 million won ($35,700), making it an outstanding

The new electric SUV officially went on sale in the UK on Tuesday. BYD revealed Atto 2 prices will start from £30,850, undercutting much of the competition. more…

The Tesla Model Y L is shaping up to be a big hit in China. The post Tesla Model Y L attracts crowds across China stores appeared first on TESLARATI.

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FAW Group, mainland China’s oldest carmaker, plans to acquire a 10 per cent stake in Stellantis-backed electric vehicle (EV) maker Leapmotor, as the state-owned automotive giant looks to enhance its competitiveness in the segment, according to Cailian, a Shanghai-based financial news outlet. The investment would pave the way for the two companies to jointly develop new EV models, fine-tune supply-chain management and bolster overseas expansion, the report said. Leapmotor declined to comment,...

We have put together stories from our coverage on electric and new energy vehicles from the past two weeks to help you stay informed. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Can China forge an offshore economic empire? EV producers are feeling the way The electric vehicle (EV) industry, formerly one of China’s most inward-focused industrial sectors, is now leading a push overseas, carrying the government’s hopes of forging an offshore economic empire to...

Xiaomi disrupted China's already-hot EV market. Now, it's eyeing the rest of the world.

Can a stretched Model Y turn around Tesla's fortunes in China, or is bigger not automatically better?

Plus, Tesla's fired supercharger employees build a new venture and Waymo's former CEO throws shade at Tesla's robotaxi.

The extended-wheelbase Model Y can accommodate six occupants, each getting an individual seat and additional toys.

Tesla is now selling retrofit turn signal stalks for certain Model 3 vehicles, after having deleted the stalks in its update of the Model 3. But so far, they’re only available in China, and only for some cars. Will they come to the US? more…

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Tesla launches new Model Y with 6 seats and 467 miles of range in China amid poor sales. Offers FSD for extra cost. read more

Humanoid robot athletes competed in dance battles, martial arts, track and field and soccer.

The electric vehicle (EV) industry, formerly one of China’s most inward-focused industrial sectors, is now leading a push overseas, carrying the government’s hopes of forging an offshore economic empire to sidestep cutthroat competition at home. Last year, for the first time, Chinese EV companies invested more overseas than they did at home, despite higher costs, delays and risks abroad, according to a report published by Rhodium Group on Monday. That marked a historic shift after years of...

BYD leads global NEV sales, Tesla falls behind with declining sales. BYD sets records in India and plans expansion into Europe. read more

Indian ag and automaker Mahindra has launched a limited-run Batman Edition of its BE 6 Electric Origin SUV, calling it, “a production car that brings to life a rare fusion of cinematic heritage and modern luxury, inspired by Christopher Nolan’s critically acclaimed The Dark Knight Trilogy from Warner Bros. Pictures.” And, you guys – the new Mahindra BE 6 is. So. Serious. more…

The EV industry saw major moves this week as Xiaomi's new model drew surging demand, Ford unveiled a universal EV platform, BYD set records in India, Uber launched big driver incentives, and Tesla pushed ahead with robotaxi tests. read more

Once China's best selling car, we head to the streets just outside of Shanghai to see just how good it is.

The Roadster is one of the most anticipated vehicles of all time, especially because we've all had to wait so long for it. On its own, it will have a 1.9-second 0-60 MPH acceleration rate, which is projected to be better than the 2.3 seconds the U9 Track Edition will offer. The post Tesla Roadster could have a formidable competitor with BYD’s 3000-HP supercar appeared first on TESLARATI.

BYD’s new all-terrain circuit is the first of its kind in China, and it’s pretty wild. It’s more than a test track. The complex is essentially a playground for electric vehicles with indoor sand dunes, ice fields, off-road mountains, and high-speed racetracks. It even has a pool. more…

Chinese researchers have set up a pilot production line for a new type of lithium battery that has twice the energy density of the most advanced electric vehicle (EV) batteries on the market. The team from Tianjin University’s school of materials science explained their approach to designing and manufacturing lithium batteries in a paper published in the top journal Nature on Wednesday. This new type of battery can achieve an energy density – the amount of energy that can be stored per mass – of...

Nio shares rose after its Firefly EV brand began first European deliveries in Norway and the Netherlands. read more

BYD is now building its own tablets in-house, adding to its arsenal of self-developed tech. The new full-stack tablet shows that BYD is not just dominating the EV market, but is also out to reshape the industry. more…

This subcompact crossover is BYD’s first true export model meant for global markets. It recently crossed the 1 million units sold mark.

BYD's India sales hit record with 3,000 units sold in a week, facing challenges due to strained India-China ties as Tesla expands in India. read more

It appears that Tesla has started shipping out some initial Model Y L units to select stores across China. The post Tesla Model Y L spotted seemingly en route to showroom in China appeared first on TESLARATI.

Anyone who actively monitors the market’s state knows that, contrary to the general trend of electrification, Tesla is

Tesla opened its first showroom in India last month with little of its usual pomp, but the entry of Elon Musk’s electric vehicle company still made a splash – and is further driving expectations for the South Asian nation’s EV market. Indians have been quietly buying EVs. While still a niche segment in the world’s third-largest car market, EVs are belatedly gaining ground, with a fierce battle emerging between new players and the once dominant Tata Motors. JSW MG Motor India – a joint venture...

Global EV sales in July reached 1.6 million, with China leading the way. Despite declines in some markets, overall growth was 21% YoY. read more

The Xiaomi YU7 offers a longer driving range than the Tesla Model Y, more advanced tech, and it’s cheaper. With wait times for the Chinese EV extending over a year, the company’s CEO told buyers to check out rivals if they need a car quickly. more…

Chinese EV makers saw a 5% drop in July sales, following Beijing's push to reduce discounts and focus on profitability. read more

Tesla’s long-wheelbase Model Y L has seemingly been spotted in Europe. The post Tesla Model Y L spotted in Europe ahead of expected September China launch appeared first on TESLARATI.

Tesla’s long-wheelbase Model Y L has seemingly been spotted in Europe. The post Tesla Model Y L Spotted in Europe Ahead of September China Launch appeared first on TESLARATI.

The long-range rear-wheel-drive Model 3 is expected to begin deliveries in September. The post Tesla launches record-breaking 830 km CLTC range Model 3 in China appeared first on TESLARATI.

Year-to-date, Tesla’s China registrations are down 6.1% versus 2024 levels. The post Tesla China insurance registrations hit Q3 high at 13,400 units appeared first on TESLARATI.

Tesla has begun offering its longer-range Model 3 variant to Chinese customers as it fights to regain market share from local rivals amid intense competition in the country’s premium electric vehicle (EV) segment. The US company announced on Tuesday that the new car, which has a range of 830km, would be priced at 269,500 yuan (US$37,492) on the mainland, 14 per cent higher than the basic edition, which has a 634km range. “The new variant has a longer driving range, and it is better in...

Tesla saw a 71% jump in registrations last week, but overall sales are down 11% YoY. European and Chinese sales also declined. read more

Ultraviolette aims to expand its electric motorcycles to 40 European countries, as well as Latin America and Southeast Asia.

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Tesla has introduced a new, longest-range model, a variant of the Model 3 with 830 km (515 miles) of range, but it is currently planned only for the Chinese market. more…

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Electric vehicle (EV) sales in mainland China hit a speed bump last month, sparking worries about the industry’s growth momentum as more carmakers heed Beijing’s call to hold back on discounts and focus on profitability. Total EV deliveries, comprising passenger cars and commercial vehicles like buses, slid 5 per cent from a month earlier to 1.26 million units in July, according to data from the government-backed China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM). It was the first...

Tesla is moving fast in the Indian EV market, following its Mumbai debut with a brand-new showroom in Delhi. Located at Worldmark 3 in Aerocity, just minutes from IGI Airport, the 8,200 sq. ft...

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Tesla saw a decline in Chinese domestic sales for Model Y and Model 3 as global sales also fall, including in UK and California. read more

Contemporary Amperex Technology’s suspension of production at a major lithium mine in mainland China is a clear sign of Beijing’s aggressive stance towards curbing overcapacity in the electric vehicle (EV) battery sector, according to analysts. The world’s largest producer of EV batteries, known as CATL, said on Sunday evening that the licence for the mine in Yichun, in China’s central Jiangxi province, had expired on Saturday. It added that an application for restarting operations had been...

This centre will be the second showroom of Tesla after its first centre in Mumbai, located at Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC). Check here to know why Tesla cars are cheaper in Delhi than Mumbai.

New filings have revealed that BYD is about to release a ridiculous 3,000 hp electric supercar: the Yangwang U9 Track Edition. more…

The Byton K-Byte could have been a rival to the Model S, but the brand failed to launch. Here's what's left of it.

BYD wants to attract younger drivers with its latest electric SUV. The new BYD Atto 2 launched in Hong Kong on Friday with prices starting under $22,000, or about 30% cheaper than Tesla’s most affordable model. more…

The addition of a front bumper camera to the Tesla Model 3 is a big upgrade from a hardware perspective. The post Tesla Model 3 filings in China show interesting hardware addition appeared first on TESLARATI.

Plus, China cracks down on the EV price war and Volta's charging stations are getting dismantled in the U.S.

Despite GM working on LFP batteries in the U.S., the 2027 Bolt EV will get batteries from outside America.

The Tesla Model Y L is expected to launch later this year. The post Tesla Model Y L’s impressive specs surface in China’s recent MIIT filing appeared first on TESLARATI.

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD is targeting first-time buyers in Hong Kong with the launch of a competitively priced car model, building on its recent ascension as the local market leader, overtaking Tesla. On Friday, the Shenzhen-based carmaker introduced the Atto 2, a fully electric right-hand-drive compact SUV priced at HK$169,800 (US$21,630) after tax in Hong Kong. Equipped with BYD’s proprietary blade battery packs, the Atto 2 has a range of up to 410km (254 miles) on a...

Indiana is getting a major EV charging boost. GOEVIN (Go Electric Vehicle Indiana) just announced the recipients of its latest funding round, aimed at expanding the state’s publicly accessible EV charging network. more…

Until GM builds its own, the new Chevy Bolt EV will use lower-cost LFP batteries from China’s CATL. GM will temporarily lean on CATL to power its most affordable electric vehicle. more…

You know how the old saying goes: “If you can’t beat them, join them.” Well, Toyota’s new strategy is just that — it’s teaming up with China to lower costs for its upcoming EV models. more…

The Tesla Model Y L prototype’s front and rear were covered up during the sighting. The post Tesla Model Y L spotted testing in China as pricing estimates emerge appeared first on TESLARATI.

We have put together stories from our coverage on electric and new energy vehicles from the past two weeks to help you stay informed. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. How China’s ‘big winner’ BYD conquered Sri Lanka’s car market Aggressive pricing, shrewd tax engineering and a trusted local partner have propelled China’s BYD to a commanding position in Sri Lanka’s electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid market, disrupting a sector long constrained by...

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Tesla sales in China have dropped 12% YoY despite quarterly growth in registrations amid global decline and Elon Musk's pay package. read more

VinFast Auto India has inaugurated its largest showroom in the country in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, marking a major milestone in the Vietnamese EV maker’s expansion into India’s growing electric mobility..

They could not look less alike in the supermarket aisle, but a Chinese-led research team has uncovered an ancient link that makes a forerunner of the tomato a genetic parent of the potato. By examining genomes and data sets from cultivated and wild potato species, the scientists traced the tuberous plant’s evolution back about nine million years to a moment when a tomato ancestor created a hybrid with a group of potato-like – but tuberless – plants called etuberosum. They published their...

Earlier in July, Tesla made its much-awaited entry into the Indian market by launching its showroom in Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC). Tesla launched its Model Y with price starting at Rs 59.89 lakh.

Chinese EV companies captured 10.6% of Europe's EV market share in June despite EU tariffs. BYD and Xpeng saw significant sales growth. read more

Singaporean financial adviser Winnie Koh faced a dilemma when selecting her family’s next car – she appreciated the value for money offered by Chinese electric vehicle (EV) brands, but still had lingering concerns about their quality. But the 30-year-old said her experience driving a Tesla in the US raised doubts about the brand’s battery life and durability, leading her to consider Chinese rival BYD, which was offering incentives such as a 20 per cent discount on charging for three years and...

Brazil announced a compromise in a dispute between Chinese EV maker BYD and traditional carmakers on Thursday, granting the company a short-term tariff break while moving forward with hikes that will hit it more aggressively in the long run. The decision was reached in a closed-door session of the Chamber of Foreign Trade (Camex) on Wednesday but not released publicly until Thursday. It follows weeks of heavy lobbying on both sides, with carmakers warning of mass lay-offs and BYD accusing rivals...

To celebrate 1.5 million in sales, BYD launched a new Yuan Up “Pilot” EV edition on Thursday with prices now starting at under $10,500. more…

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A team of researchers in China has come up with a smart new way to boost both the performance and…

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Panasonic says the U.S. has a chance to become the “front-runner” in locally produced electric vehicle batteries.