Overseas Expansion

Denza Z9S to Launch on September 23 with Up to 1,100 km Range

The Denza Z9S mid-to-large battery-electric sedan will launch on September 23, 2026. Pre-sales began on August 3, with pre-sale prices from 319,800 to 389,800 yuan across three versions, offering CLTC ranges of 780 km, 920 km, and 1,100 km, respectively; the 1,100 km version is officially described as the longest range of any mass-produced battery-electric vehicle globally. The new model is based on the Denza e3 platform, comes standard across the lineup with rear-wheel steering, supports 5-minute flash charging from 10% to 70% battery, and is equipped with God's Eye B driver assistance. Denza has not yet announced an overseas launch timetable or export plans, and its overseas competitiveness will still depend on future pricing and localization progress.

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Li Auto i9, Arcfox T7 and Fang Cheng Bao S launch same week as charging and smart driving take focus

On September 16, 2026, the Li i9, Arcfox Alpha T7, and Fang Cheng Bao Formula S were launched in the same week, with starting prices of RMB 369,800, RMB 132,800, and RMB 189,900, respectively, covering a large flagship battery-electric SUV, a mid-size family SUV, and a mid-to-large battery-electric sedan. The three cars respectively use space, chassis, and hardware, the downward extension of Huawei's intelligent driving, and a 900 km range plus 5-minute flash charging as selling points, reflecting competition among Chinese new energy vehicle makers in energy replenishment, intelligent driving, and by-wire chassis, and providing a product foundation for overseas expansion.

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CATL Cells Power Three New Models Across EREV, PHEV and BEV

In early September, battery supply information was disclosed successively for the Arcfox Alpha T7, Geely Galaxy Zhanjian 700, and the BMW Neue Klasse iX3 long-wheelbase version. All three models use battery cells from CATL and cover range-extended, plug-in hybrid, and battery-electric powertrains, with pre-sale prices after subsidies ranging from 137,800 yuan to 339,900 yuan. Among them, the BMW iX3 long-wheelbase version uses LFP battery cells from CATL's Yibin plant. Based on this, the article analyzes CATL's multi-powertrain supply, the entry of local battery cells into joint-venture supply chains, and the linkage between battery costs and pricing.

1782 days ago

William Li internal speech: NIO to focus on core business, premium, core markets for next three years

NIO founder William Li said in an internal speech on September 8 that the company will focus on its core business, the premium market, and core markets over the next three years, and confirmed the launch of an important new model in 2027. Onvo will release a strategic new product, while Firefly currently has no plan for a second vehicle. NIO's second-quarter revenue was RMB 32.14 billion, up 69.1% year over year, with vehicle margin at 18.5% and a GAAP net loss of RMB 528 million; revenue from services and community business in the first half was RMB 5.8 billion. Li said embodied AI will be pursued long term as a strategic investment and is not listed as a core business.

1894 days ago

Huawei, JAC and Maserati in talks for cooperation: Chinese intelligent driving platform may enter ultra-luxury ranks under a “dual-brand” model

Reuters reported that Stellantis is in negotiations with Huawei and JAC Motors over a long-term cooperation for Maserati, intending to adopt Huawei’s Harmony Intelligent Mobility platform. The first jointly developed model targets production before the end of 2027 and may adopt a dual-brand model: MAEXTRO in the Chinese market and Maserati in overseas markets. Maserati’s global shipments in 2025 were less than 8,000 units, with an adjusted operating loss of €198 million. Improving capacity utilization at the Cassino and Modena plants is Stellantis’s core demand.

2618 days ago

Li Auto Responds on Self-Developed Batteries: In-House PACK, Contract-Manufactured Cells, MEGA Switches for Orders Locked on September 7

On September 8, Li Auto responded to concerns about its self-developed batteries: PACK is self-developed and self-manufactured, cells are self-developed and contract-manufactured, and after-sales service will not differ based on manufacturing source. Self-developed batteries have entered mass production on the L8, L6, and i8; MEGA orders locked after 15:00 on September 7 will switch to self-developed 5C ternary lithium batteries, with deliveries beginning in November; the i9 will fully switch after capacity ramp-up; in the fourth quarter, the 2026 i6 will be equipped with self-developed 5C batteries and Mach chips. This article reviews the switching cadence and examines the significance of battery autonomy and controllability for the cost and supply cadence of overseas models.

4488 days ago

82.265 billion yuan revenue, 45.67 billion yuan net profit: Divergence and overseas variables in the auto parts half-year reports

In the first half of 2026, 275 listed auto parts companies generated combined revenue of about 822.65 billion yuan, up 5.3% year on year, and net profit attributable to parent companies of about 45.67 billion yuan, down 9.5% year on year. 157 companies saw net profit decline and 50 posted losses; the top ten companies accounted for 51.4% of the sector's profit. Divergence depends on downstream supporting structure, cost pass-through capability, the pace of intelligent product ramp-up, and the degree of overseas implementation.

4548 days ago

Geely H1 Revenue Hits Record RMB 173.6B as Exports Surge 158%

Geely Automobile reported record H1 2026 revenue of RMB 173.6 billion, with exports skyrocketing 158% YoY to 474,000 units—already surpassing its full-year 2025 export volume. NEV share rose to 56.2%, while average revenue per vehicle increased by RMB 15,000.

50731 days ago

China's Auto Exports Hit Record 5.1M in H1 2026, Going Global Becomes Growth Engine

In the first half of 2026, China's auto exports surpassed 5 million units for the first time, surging 65.3% year-on-year, while domestic sales fell 21.1%. Going global has shifted from an option to a necessity, though questions remain about long-term sustainability.

32335 days ago

Chery Exports Break 200K for First Time, Setting New Chinese Record

Chery Group sold 276,820 vehicles in July, with exports hitting 202,533 units — the first Chinese automaker to exceed 200,000 monthly exports. NEV sales reached 129,067 units, surging 97.5% year-on-year.

34745 days ago

CATL H1 Net Profit Hits 43.28B Yuan, Power Battery Market Share Reaches 46.7%

CATL released H1 2026 report: revenue of 276.9B yuan up 54.8% YoY, net profit 43.28B yuan up 42%. Domestic power battery market share reached 46.7%, overseas share 33.7%. EX1000.COM

76953 days ago

XPeng to Launch Five New Models in Australia Within Six Months

XPeng Group has officially unveiled its long-term strategy for the Australian market, planning to launch five new models within the next six months while simultaneously rolling out its advanced intelligent assisted driving system. This marks XPeng's expansion into the Southern Hemisphere entering a substantive phase, with Australia becoming another key overseas market following Southeast Asia.

22156 days ago