CnEVPost Newsletter: ​Xiaomi YU7 makes official debut; ​BYD surpasses Tesla in BEV sales in Europe


CnEVPost Newsletter: Daily Recap

May 22, 2025

Xiaomi YU7 makes official debut as Tesla Model Y set to face real threat

The Xiaomi YU7 SUV will be launched in July, and surpasses the Tesla Model Y in multiple fronts.

Xiaomi founder says official launch of YU7 SUV expected in Jul

At today's pre-launch event, the YU7's official pricing won't be announced and its pre-orders won't be open.

BYD surpasses Tesla in BEV registrations in Europe for 1st time

BYD registered 7,231 BEVs in Europe in April, ahead of Tesla's 7,165.

BYD launches its best-selling compact EV in Europe, starting at $26,000

The Seagull, rebranded in Europe as the Dolphin Surf, went on sale in 15 European countries on Wednesday.

BYD signs new deal to supply energy storage systems for project in Chile

BYD has signed an agreement with Spain's Grenergy to supply an additional 3.5 GWh of energy storage systems.

Nio's updated ET5, ET5 Touring reach showrooms, launch to be on May 25

The updated ET5 and ET5 Touring became available at Nio showrooms today, with three days to go for the launch.

Li Auto reportedly lowers 2025 sales target to 640,000 from 700,000 units

The sales target was lowered primarily due to order intake not being as strong as expected following the launch of the updated Li L6.

Xpeng Aeroht inks strategic tie-up with engine maker Dongan

Xpeng Aeroht and Dongan signed a strategic cooperation agreement to create aviation-specific hybrid systems.

Defunct Chinese EV brand HiPhi reportedly resurrects after change of boss

An investor from Lebanon has invested in HiPhi and the countdown is on for the brand's work resumption, according to local media.

Geely Galaxy shares 1st official images of M9 SUV as global debut nears

Geely Galaxy will give the M9 its global debut at an event in Milan, Italy later today.

Baidu Apollo Go robotaxi fleet reaches 1,000-vehicle milestone

Baidu CEO said he sees a clear path to profitability for Apollo Go.

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