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Xiaomi EV’s November deliveries saw their first month-on-month decline since July, driven by a significant drop in SU7 series sedan deliveries. From January to November, Xiaomi EV delivered 361,625 vehicles. (A Xiaomi SU7 displayed at the Shanghai auto show in April 2025. Image credit: CnEVPost) Xiaomi EV’s deliveries last month showed a month-on-month decline, with the SU7 electric sedan experiencing a significant drop, while the YU7 SUV (sport utility vehicle) hit a new high. Xiaomi’s (HKG: 1810, OTCMKTS: XIACY) electric vehicle (EV) unit delivered 46,249 vehicles in November, according to data released today by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA).…

A European electric vehicle repair shop said Teslas powered by LG battery packs made in China have higher failure rates than those made in Europe or the U.S. The LG cells face accelerated degradation compared to those made by Panasonic. Repairs can cost thousands of dollars and swapping the cells is even more expensive. Tesla sells its electric vehicles the world over, but does not equip them all with the same high-voltage battery packs. They come from different suppliers, and if one European repair shop is to be believed, Tesla batteries even experience varying levels of degradation at the cell…

Sustainable boatbuilder Sunreef Yachts has unveiled another stunning solar electric catamaran, or “supercat,” which it is calling “Double Happiness.” This fully-electric yacht is 100 feet, Sunreef’s longest to date. As we’ve pointed out in the past, Sunreef Yachts has been pushing the boundaries of sustainable marine travel since 2002. Over that time, the Polish boatbuilder launched the world’s first 74-foot luxury oceangoing catamaran with a flybridge. Over twenty years later, hundreds of Sunreef Yachts can be seen traversing waters worldwide, showcasing the company’s lineup of sustainable luxury catamarans, all-electric propulsion, and advanced solar panels it calls “solar skin.” Over the years,…

The CPCA said that trade-in subsidies adjustments in most Chinese provinces intensified consumer wait-and-see sentiment, impacting the auto market. From January to November, China’s NEV wholesale sales are estimated at 13.78 million units, representing a 29 percent year-on-year increase. (A Deepal S09 displayed at the Shanghai auto show in April 2025. Image credit: CnEVPost) China’s new energy vehicle (NEV) wholesale sales last month are poised to hit another historic high despite the impact of stimulus policy adjustments. Passenger NEV wholesale sales in November are projected to reach 1.72 million units, marking a 20 percent year-on-year increase and a 7 percent…

The news cycle usually slows down near the end of the year, but this will be a December to remember thanks to Toyota. We’ve already learned a new supercar will break cover on Friday morning in Japan, but it turns out there’s more to the story. The GR GT will share the spotlight with a Lexus-badged model, and as if that weren’t enough, a track-only machine will join them as well. A new teaser image puts the road-going Toyota front and center. It might not actually carry the Toyota badge since the automotive juggernaut recently announced plans to make Gazoo…

Zhao Changjiang has joined Luxeed, the new brand jointly created by Huawei and Chery, as its marketing general manager, according to a local media report. Zhao said on Weibo that he was still on a break recently, without denying the report. (Former BYD Denza sales chief Zhao Changjiang unveiled the Denza Z concept car at the 2025 Shanghai auto show. Image credit: Denza) Zhao Changjiang, former head of sales for BYD’s (OTCMKTS: BYDDY) premium Denza brand, has joined Luxeed — a new brand jointly established by Huawei and Chery (HKG: 9973) — as marketing general manager, local media outlet Jiemian…

Audi’s stunning Concept C not only previews a future electric sports car but also introduces a new design language and a more ergonomic interior layout. We’ve been promised a return to proper controls by reverting to physical buttons and switches for frequently used functions. Although the performance EV isn’t due until later this decade, Ingolstadt is already making amends by addressing some interior niggles that have plagued recent models. In a surprising but welcome announcement, Audi is ditching the touch sliders mounted on the steering wheels of five cars. The A5, Q5, A6, A6 e-tron, and Q6 e-tron are now…

China’s NEV retail penetration rate stood at 61.3 percent during November 1-23, and 53.28 percent year-to-date. Earlier this month, the CPCA projected China’s November NEV retail sales at about 1.35 million units, with a penetration rate of around 60 percent. (A Wuling Hongguang Mini EV displayed at the Shanghai auto show in April 2025. Image credit: CnEVPost) China’s passenger new energy vehicle (NEV) retail sales have shown a modest year-on-year increase this month amid overall market weakness. From November 1-23, China’s passenger NEV retail sales came in at 849,000 units, up 3 percent year-on-year and up 8 percent month-on-month, according…

BMW is looking into bringing back range extenders for some of its EVs. The German brand used a gas engine in the quirky first-generation i3 to boost its range. Now, the setup could return in the large iX5 SUV and i7 sedan. BMW is on a roll with its Neue Klasse platform for electric vehicles. The first model underpinned by the new architecture, the iX3 crossover, looks like it’s a really well-rounded EV, with plenty of range, a cosy interior and very fast charging speeds. But it might not be enough for people who have more money to spend and…

Waymo now plans to expand its self-driving taxi service to at least 20 cities.  The latest announcement includes Minneapolis, Tampa and New Orleans.  Waymo operates in five cities right now, but it plans a whirlwind of new cities in the coming years.  The future of transportation is electric and autonomous. And while the whole electric part may have hit a few speed bumps in the U.S. as of late, the driverless car industry is moving faster than ever.  There are many companies making headway, but one is setting the pace: Waymo. The Alphabet-owned driverless taxi firm on Thursday announced that…