CnEVPost Newsletter: ​Nio launches updated ES6, EC6; ​BYD to set up European headquarters


CnEVPost Newsletter: Daily Recap

May 16, 2025

Nio launches updated ES6, EC6 with unchanged prices and upgraded features

The updated ES6 and EC6 come with many feature upgrades and a switch to Nio's in-house developed Shenji smart driving chip.

Nio shows how its world-model-powered driver assist system performs in video

This is the first internal test video of Nio's NWM driver assist system, with zero takeover throughout the 39.3 km route.

Xpeng shares more images of new P7 coupe sedan

More images of the new P7 show more details of its exterior including the head and rear.

BYD plans to set up European headquarters in Hungary

BYD will open its European headquarters and a new European R&D center in Budapest.

Zeekr X compact SUV spotted on Japanese streets as market entry nears

Zeekr is expected to enter Japan later this year, with the first available models being the right-hand-drive Zeekr X and Zeekr 009.

Geely Galaxy Starshine 8 gets over 10,000 orders 6 days after launch

Analyst expect monthly sales of the Starshine 8 to reach 10,000 units as the price is competitive.

WeRide begins fully unmanned robotaxis pilot operations in UAE

WeRide began fully unmanned robotaxi pilot operations in Abu Dhabi, creating the first purely unmanned robotaxi fleet in the Middle East.

LiDAR maker Hesai makes confidential filing for HK listing, report says

Hesai is the second Chinese company after Pony AI to be reported this month to have confidentially filed for a Hong Kong listing.

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