CnEVPost Newsletter: ​Nio Firefly to launch in Europe in Jun-Aug; ​CATL unveils latest technologies


CnEVPost Newsletter: Daily Recap

Apr 22, 2025

Nio Firefly to launch in Europe in Jun-Aug, right-hand drive version ready by Oct

By the end of this year, Firefly will be in about 20 overseas markets, Nio president said.

Nio targets Firefly to contribute 10% of sales

Nio's management said orders for Firefly were in line with expectations, and as before avoided talking about specific numbers.

Nio Firefly won't have dedicated swap stations in strategy shift

Firefly cars will be connected to Nio's next-generation battery swap stations, instead of Nio's original plan to have dedicated demonstration stations.

CATL unveils sodium-ion, 12C Shenxing, Freevoy dual-power batteries to show tech muscle

CATL has showcased its latest innovations ahead of the Shanghai auto show, as it tries to push the "boundaries" even further.

BYD Shenzhen car carrier sets sail as BYD increases shipping capacity to global markets

In the first quarter, BYD's car carriers have shipped more than 25,000 NEVs to overseas markets.

BYD, Saudi Aramco sign deal to collaborate on NEV technologies

Saudi Aramco and BYD have signed a joint development agreement aimed at boosting the development of innovative technologies.

BYD Yangwang reaches 10,000th delivery milestone

Yangwang's 10,000th car was delivered to Yu Minhong, founder of Chinese education group New Oriental.

Tesla starts offering 5-year, 0-interest financing incentive for updated Model Y in China

Tesla has ramped up promotions for the updated Model Y in China, as competition in the EV industry gets fiercer.

Xpeng to launch faster-charging variant for P7+ electric sedan

Xpeng will launch a new variant for the P7+ that supports 5C charging, claiming that the range it gets from a 10-minute charge can be used for a one-month commute.

Huawei launches supercharger with up to 1.5 MW charging power

Huawei has rolled out a supercharger with a peak charging power of 1.5 MW, as the charging power race continues in China's EV industry.

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