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Watch How Fast This EV Swaps Its Battery

The Onvo L60 can swap its batteries for fresh ones far quicker than any DC fast charger.

By Kevin Williams

What Lucid's Chief Engineer Thinks Of 'China's Apple Car'

Auto executives are obsessed with the Xiaomi SU7. Lucid's head engineer liked it too.

Jaguar's Rebrand Has An Even Tougher Foe: An EV War With China

“If we make this a technical or price competition [against China], I’m not sure we can play to win." Instead, "sophistication in design" is the answer.

Xiaomi's Tesla Model Y Fighter Looks Like A Budget Ferrari

The Xiaomi YU7 is expected to take aim right at the Tesla Model Y, and looks like a Ferrari Purosangue.

By Kevin Williams

Stellantis' CEO Is Gone Ahead Of 'A Big Year' With A Huge List Of Problems

Plus, a recent Mercedes fire changes South Korea's EV calculus, and can the Trump administration work with China's automakers?

By Patrick George

Critical Materials - Dec 02

Europe To China: Want Subsidies? Hand Over Your Technology

China's joint venture program is being applied in reverse as the EU demands cutting-edge battery tech.

By Kevin Williams

Killing The IRA's Tax Credit Is a Big Win For China

The IRA's $7,500 is designed to incentivize U.S. EV supply chain investment. Without it, it's not clear if our EV supply chain will get off the ground.

By Kevin Williams

China's BYD Hits The Brakes On Canadian Expansion Plans

Canadian officials followed the U.S.' lead, imposing a 100% tariff on Chinese-built EVs. Now, BYD's plans are on pause.

Industry Outlook - Nov 08

Ford's CEO Doesn't Want To Stop Driving China's Apple Car

Ford CEO Jim Farley has been driving an imported Xiaomi SU7 for months. He says it's fantastic.

By Kevin Williams

The Zeekr Mix Is the Volkswagen ID.Buzz That We Wanted

This five-seater luxury van has 422 horsepower and front seats that swivel 270 degrees.

By Kevin Williams

China's Auto Industry Has The World On Notice. Here, It's Already Winning

As Europe reckons with intensifying EV competition, China Inc. is making much bigger moves elsewhere.

Industry Outlook - Oct 21

Stellantis Needs A Turnaround. But The Fix Is Far From Clear

Who should be next to lead the European-American conglomerate, and what must they do? Plus, GM educates dealers on EVs.

By Patrick George

Critical Materials - Sep 30

Xiaomi To Woo Tesla Model Y Buyers In China With Ferrari-Inspired Crossover

The upcoming Xiaomi MX11 wants to challenge the Tesla Model Y in China with a performance-focused approach and aesthetic.

By Andrei Nedelea

U.S. Chinese Car Tech Ban Will Hit General Motors And Ford Too

A Biden Administration official said the rules proposed on Monday will amount to a total ban on vehicles made in China.

U.S. Aims To Ban Cars With Software, Hardware Links To China

Forget tariffs on EVs. Proposed new U.S. Commerce Department rules would ban cars with digital links to China from 2027 onward.

By Patrick George

This Transforming Chinese EV Pickup Is The Tesla Cybertruck Done Right

The Changan Nevo E07 has earned the nickname "Chinese Cybertruck." I'd totally buy one.

China's Micro EV Used To Outsell The Tesla Model Y. Now There's A New One

The next-generation Wuling Hongguang Mini EV was exposed by Chinese regulators.

By Kevin Williams

'Existential Threat': How China Forced Ford To Get Serious On EVs

Ford's recent decision to push back new EVs is seen as a retreat. But maybe it's a regrouping and reloading instead. Can it work in time?

By Patrick George

Industry - Sep 15

Why Rivian Bought China's 'Apple Car'

The Xiaomi SU7, sometimes called China's "Apple Car," is making waves. And now it's a benchmark vehicle for Rivian.

By Patrick George

Chinese Automakers Are Already Feeling The Heat From EU-Market Tariffs

The tariffs are already affecting sales, but proposed revisions will give Chinese automakers a bit of a break.

By Andrei Nedelea

This Chinese EV Is Stellantis' New Secret Weapon. Reviews Are Glowing

China's Leapmotor C10 is headed to Europe, thanks to Stellantis. Early reviews praise the car for its value and execution.

By Kevin Williams

This Sleek Chinese Wagon Runs The BMW i3 Playbook

The Neta S Hunting Edition is a station wagon available in EV or range-extended form.

By Kevin Williams

Here's How A BYD EV Holds Up After 12,000 Miles

Wheelsboy's BYD Yuan Up, aka the Atto 3, has been a camera car for the China-based YouTuber. Here's how it's doing after a year and a half.

By Kevin Williams

Tesla's Sales Of Chinese-Made EVs Finally Rebounded

In July, sales of Teslas built in China—for sale there and for export—increased 15% year-over-year.