Hesai releases world's first full-color LiDAR chip, supporting up to 4,320 laser channels Hesai released a new chip named Picasso, which achieves the fusion of color perception and distance measurement at the underlying hardware level.

Hesai releases world's first full-color LiDAR chip, supporting up to 4,320 laser channels

Hesai released a new chip named Picasso, which achieves the fusion of color perception and distance measurement at the underlying hardware level. cnev.co/sODDJnT 👇

2026 Beijing Auto Show to feature 1,451 vehicles and 181 premieres The event's exhibition area has reached a record 380,000 square meters, making it the world's largest auto show.

2026 Beijing Auto Show to feature 1,451 vehicles and 181 premieres

The event's exhibition area has reached a record 380,000 square meters, making it the world's largest auto show. cnev.co/kcWmBLH 👇

Nio Onvo reveals exterior highlights of updated L90 ahead of Apr 21 launch The 2026 L90 will add a watchtower-style LiDAR layout and two-tone body color options.

Nio Onvo reveals exterior highlights of updated L90 ahead of Apr 21 launch

The 2026 L90 will add a watchtower-style LiDAR layout and two-tone body color options. cnev.co/5X5oFRG 👇

Zeekr expands hybrid lineup with 8X launch starting at $48,370 The 8X, Zeekr's second hybrid model, starts at a price significantly lower than its previous pre-sales price.

Zeekr expands hybrid lineup with 8X launch starting at $48,370

The 8X, Zeekr's second hybrid model, starts at a price significantly lower than its previous pre-sales price. cnev.co/4FbNDOa 👇

Nio CEO sees Q2 pressure, bets on ES9 and L80 to drive growth To break through industry headwinds, Nio plans to concentrate resources in the second quarter to ensure the smooth launch of the Nio ES9 and Onvo L80.

Nio CEO sees Q2 pressure, bets on ES9 and L80 to drive growth

To break through industry headwinds, Nio plans to concentrate resources in the second quarter to ensure the smooth launch of the Nio ES9 and Onvo L80. cnev.co/GmhmGPw 👇

Canada trade minister meets BYD, Xpeng during China visit to pitch EV investments Canada's international trade minister engaged with BYD, Xpeng and GAC in Guangzhou to discuss EV market-entry pathways.

Canada trade minister meets BYD, Xpeng during China visit to pitch EV investments

Canada's international trade minister engaged with BYD, Xpeng and GAC in Guangzhou to discuss EV market-entry pathways. cnev.co/6wR9RcI 👇

Geely Galaxy launches Starshine 7 pre-sales, deepening hybrid layout The Starshine 7 pre-sales price starts at 112,800 yuan ($16,530).

Geely Galaxy launches Starshine 7 pre-sales, deepening hybrid layout

The Starshine 7 pre-sales price starts at 112,800 yuan ($16,530). cnev.co/vMHIwMN 👇

Seres joins BMW, Mercedes in China premium charging joint venture Seres takes an equal 33.3% stake in Ionchi alongside BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

Seres joins BMW, Mercedes in China premium charging joint venture

Seres takes an equal 33.3% stake in Ionchi alongside BMW and Mercedes-Benz. cnev.co/sCKxues 👇

Audi, SAIC deepen tie-up to develop next-gen AUDI models in second China offensive In the second offensive by Audi and SAIC, the two parties will jointly launch a first batch of four all-new AUDI brand models.

Audi, SAIC deepen tie-up to develop next-gen AUDI models in second China offensive

In the second offensive by Audi and SAIC, the two parties will jointly launch a first batch of four all-new AUDI brand models. cnev.co/g9N3qdT 👇

BYD reaches 16 millionth NEV production milestone with new Denza D9 The new milestone comes just 120 days after BYD reached the production of its 15 millionth NEV.

BYD reaches 16 millionth NEV production milestone with new Denza D9

The new milestone comes just 120 days after BYD reached the production of its 15 millionth NEV. cnev.co/pQeIa4o 👇

VW's Jetta brand previews Jetta X concept ahead of Apr 21 debut The latest product teaser follows the start of operations for Jetta's new company in China.

VW's Jetta brand previews Jetta X concept ahead of Apr 21 debut

The latest product teaser follows the start of operations for Jetta's new company in China. cnev.co/k69LwJx 👇

Geely recalls 1,473 Polestar 4 EVs in China over battery thermal runaway risk Geely is recalling 1,473 Polestar 4 EVs equipped with 86 kWh battery packs due to thermal runaway risks under extreme conditions.

Geely recalls 1,473 Polestar 4 EVs in China over battery thermal runaway risk

Geely is recalling 1,473 Polestar 4 EVs equipped with 86 kWh battery packs due to thermal runaway risks under extreme conditions. cnev.co/HVXlz9R 👇

IM Motors launches LS8 extended-range SUV to expand in premium market The LS8, starting at 249,800 yuan ($36,600), secured 8,000 firm orders within 60 minutes.

IM Motors launches LS8 extended-range SUV to expand in premium market

The LS8, starting at 249,800 yuan ($36,600), secured 8,000 firm orders within 60 minutes. cnev.co/7pEzurX 👇

VW launches ID. UNYX 08 in China as Xpeng partnership bears fruit The ID. UNYX 08 is priced from 229,900 yuan ($33,702) and features smart driving chips and solutions from Xpeng.

VW launches ID. UNYX 08 in China as Xpeng partnership bears fruit

The ID. UNYX 08 is priced from 229,900 yuan ($33,702) and features smart driving chips and solutions from Xpeng. cnev.co/ho4oX6J 👇

Leapmotor steps up premium push with launch of new D19 flagship SUV Leapmotor prices D19 from 219,800 yuan ($32,220), offering BEV and EREV options.

Leapmotor steps up premium push with launch of new D19 flagship SUV

Leapmotor prices D19 from 219,800 yuan ($32,220), offering BEV and EREV options. cnev.co/gOovsHF 👇

ByteDance bringing Doubao AI to car cabins in new tech rivalry ByteDance is developing a deeply customized smart cabin solution based on its Doubao AI model, working closely with automaker Seres.

ByteDance bringing Doubao AI to car cabins in new tech rivalry

ByteDance is developing a deeply customized smart cabin solution based on its Doubao AI model, working closely with automaker Seres. cnev.co/Q4Gfo72 👇

Nissan in talks with Chery to build cars at UK plant, report says Nissan aims to boost the utilization rate at its Sunderland plant, which currently stands at just 50%.

Nissan in talks with Chery to build cars at UK plant, report says

Nissan aims to boost the utilization rate at its Sunderland plant, which currently stands at just 50%. cnev.co/vqAO3MN 👇

Svolt begins mass production of 80-kWh high-capacity PHEV battery Svolt said it is the largest-capacity battery for PHEV models to date.

Svolt begins mass production of 80-kWh high-capacity PHEV battery

Svolt said it is the largest-capacity battery for PHEV models to date. cnev.co/QiTKoNd 👇

Smart sets Apr 22 for global debut of #2 concept and new #6 sedan The Smart #6 is the brand's largest hybrid sedan to date, while the #2 heralds the return of the all-electric two-seater.

Smart sets Apr 22 for global debut of #2 concept and new #6 sedan

The Smart #6 is the brand's largest hybrid sedan to date, while the #2 heralds the return of the all-electric two-seater. cnev.co/KEqwBGZ 👇

CATL jumps in Hong Kong trading on strong earnings CATL shares jumped 9% in early Hong Kong trading on Thursday, following the release of its first-quarter earnings.

CATL jumps in Hong Kong trading on strong earnings

CATL shares jumped 9% in early Hong Kong trading on Thursday, following the release of its first-quarter earnings. cnev.co/f2QjYIk 👇

Xpeng starts pre-sales of new GX SUV, ramping up bets on premium market Xpeng GX pre-sales price is set at 399,800 yuan ($58,620), marking its expansion in the high-end market.

Xpeng starts pre-sales of new GX SUV, ramping up bets on premium market

Xpeng GX pre-sales price is set at 399,800 yuan ($58,620), marking its expansion in the high-end market. cnev.co/KWdqLR9 👇

CATL sees Q1 profit climb 48.5% as revenue jumps over 50% CATL achieved a net profit of 20.74 billion yuan in the first quarter, representing a 48.52% year-on-year increase.

CATL sees Q1 profit climb 48.5% as revenue jumps over 50%

CATL achieved a net profit of 20.74 billion yuan in the first quarter, representing a 48.52% year-on-year increase. cnev.co/gwQSI4q 👇

Stellantis weighs Dongfeng partnership for Europe and China production, report says Stellantis is in talks to give Dongfeng access to underused European factories.

Stellantis weighs Dongfeng partnership for Europe and China production, report says

Stellantis is in talks to give Dongfeng access to underused European factories. cnev.co/3DKwHBj 👇

Former Xpeng autonomous driving chief to join robotics startup EngineAI Another company founded by EngineAI's founder was the predecessor to Xpeng's robotics unit.

Former Xpeng autonomous driving chief to join robotics startup EngineAI

Another company founded by EngineAI's founder was the predecessor to Xpeng's robotics unit. cnev.co/hkMVK2W 👇

China NEV retail sales fall 11% in first 12 days of Apr

China's NEV retail penetration rate reached 59.5% between April 1 and April 12. cnev.co/ulhYcxK 👇

GM's Buick brand defends MPV legacy against Nio ES9 threat Nio's CEO said the ES9 SUV could make people forget about MPVs, prompting a push-back from the Buick brand.

GM's Buick brand defends MPV legacy against Nio ES9 threat

Nio's CEO said the ES9 SUV could make people forget about MPVs, prompting a push-back from the Buick brand. cnev.co/QDAQ6G3 👇

BYD launches Yuan Pro DM-i hybrid SUV in Mexico The compact SUV is equipped with BYD's DM-i hybrid technology and offers a combined range of up to 1,045 km.

BYD launches Yuan Pro DM-i hybrid SUV in Mexico

The compact SUV is equipped with BYD's DM-i hybrid technology and offers a combined range of up to 1,045 km. cnev.co/kOJC4Eh 👇

BYD sub-brand Linghui launches e7 sedan, targeting ride-hailing market with flash charging The Linghui e7 is the first model from the new BYD brand, with a starting price of 95,800 yuan ($14,050).

BYD sub-brand Linghui launches e7 sedan, targeting ride-hailing market with flash charging

The Linghui e7 is the first model from the new BYD brand, with a starting price of 95,800 yuan ($14,050). cnev.co/tcHId2h 👇

Chinese authorities summon Li Auto and Nissan over smear campaign allegations, report says Li Auto CEO accused Dongfeng Nissan of orchestrating a smear campaign against its core models, prompting Chinese regulators to intervene.

Chinese authorities summon Li Auto and Nissan over smear campaign allegations, report says

Li Auto CEO accused Dongfeng Nissan of orchestrating a smear campaign against its core models, prompting Chinese regulators to intervene. cnev.co/MV03JUS 👇

Geely unveils new hybrid tech to challenge Japanese dominance Geely launched its next-generation i-HEV hybrid technology, featuring a record-breaking engine thermal efficiency of 48.41%.

Geely unveils new hybrid tech to challenge Japanese dominance

Geely launched its next-generation i-HEV hybrid technology, featuring a record-breaking engine thermal efficiency of 48.41%. cnev.co/QB3aANx 👇