China’s new energy vehicles boast global competitive edges: officials

A consumer learns about Xiaomi’s new energy vehicle model SU7 at a retail shop in Beijing, capital of China, March 28, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua] BEIJING — China’s new energy vehicles (NEVs) boast global competitive advantages, thanks to technological breakthroughs, well-developed industrial chains, and an open and innovative industry ecosystem, officials said. Chinese automakers account for four … Continue reading China’s new energy vehicles boast global competitive edges: officials

Labeling China’s NEV exports as result of overcapacity can’t hold water: officials

A cargo ship is ready to load cars for export at Yantai Port in Shandong province on March 14. [TANG KE/FOR CHINA DAILY] BEIJING — While certain Western nations portrayed China’s increasing exports of new energy vehicles (NEVs) as the result of domestic overcapacity, several Chinese officials refuted this narrative, asserting that export-based reasoning cannot … Continue reading Labeling China’s NEV exports as result of overcapacity can’t hold water: officials

China unveils plan to galvanize NEV uptake in rural areas

A robot operates equipment on the assembly line of an automaker in Xi’an, Shaanxi province. YUAN JINGZHI/FOR CHINA DAILY BEIJING – China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, in collaboration with four government bodies, has launched a nationwide campaign to bolster the new energy vehicle (NEV) uptake in China’s rural areas. The initiative will run … Continue reading China unveils plan to galvanize NEV uptake in rural areas

China’s green automakers — champions of smart mobility

Geely’s electric vehicle brand Zeekr showcases its models at the 2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, April 25. [Photo/VCG] I witnessed a collision at the 2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition — that of innovation and progress. Throngs of energetic visitors appeared to feed off the powerful, colorful, shapely beasts on display, whose engines’ horsepower specs and … Continue reading China’s green automakers — champions of smart mobility

NEV makers move fast in China leveraging innovation, cooperation

Employees work on the assembly line of a new energy vehicle manufacturer in Chongqing. TANG YI/XINHUA HEFEI — Fierce competition has driven up technological innovation and industrial upgrading in China’s new energy vehicle (NEV) sector, with auto brands revving up investment and seeking cooperation. “I’m dazzled by the new configurations of NEVs, with large touch … Continue reading NEV makers move fast in China leveraging innovation, cooperation

Feeling faster drive to green, smart and win-win future at Beijing auto show

People visit XPENG’s booth at 2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition on April 25. [Photo/VCG] BEIJING – Walking around the vast exhibition halls of the China International Exhibition Center in northeastern Beijing’s Shunyi district is an overwhelming experience: there are just so many dazzling cars that it’s hard for one’s eyes to take them all in. The … Continue reading Feeling faster drive to green, smart and win-win future at Beijing auto show

China’s NEVs powering up to lead global sustainability charge

CATL’s new battery that offers a 1,000-km range and supports ultra-fast charging, displays at the 2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition in Beijing, on April 27. [Photo/VCG] BEIJING – The 2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, an A-list event continuing through May 4, is showcasing an unprecedented number of new energy vehicles (NEVs), with 278 distinct NEV models on display, … Continue reading China’s NEVs powering up to lead global sustainability charge

Volkswagen speeds up investment in electric vehicles in China

An aerial photo taken on Aug 20, 2023 shows a view of Volkswagen (Anhui) Automotive Company Limited in Hefei, East China’s Anhui province. [Xinhua/Guo Chen] TIANJIN — In the face of China’s rapid growth of electric mobility, Volkswagen Group is revving up its investment in the electrification shift in a bid to expand its presence … Continue reading Volkswagen speeds up investment in electric vehicles in China

Hainan 2024 NEV rally showcases innovative green cars

The inaugural Hainan 2024 New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Public Testing Island Rally kicks off on Friday morning. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] The inaugural Hainan 2024 New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Public Testing Island Rally kicked off on Friday morning. With over 20 of the most popular NEV models participating, the two-day event promises to showcase the … Continue reading Hainan 2024 NEV rally showcases innovative green cars

Car sales accelerate in March

Employees inspect new energy vehicles on the assembly line of Li Auto’s workshop in Changzhou, Jiangsu province, in December. [CHEN WEI/FOR CHINA DAILY] Many carmakers saw their March sales rise in China, fueled by the popularity of new energy vehicles and amid fierce competition that analysts expect to continue throughout the year. BYD reclaimed its … Continue reading Car sales accelerate in March