CnEVPost Newsletter: Nio rolls out first version of NWM; Maextro launches S800 luxury sedan


CnEVPost Newsletter: Daily Recap

May 30, 2025

[Video] Nio rolls out first version of NWM, bringing enhanced smart driving capabilities

Nio said NWM -- first available to 400,000 NT 2.0 vehicles -- brings a "comprehensive upgrade" to smart driving capabilities.

Nio to launch flagship SUV ES9 in H1 2026, president says

This is the first official mention of the ES9.

Nio LiDAR supplier Seyond to exclusively supply one of China's leading auto groups

The auto group's models equipped with Seyond products will go into mass production in 2026, with sales expected to reach hundreds of thousands over the next three years.

BYD exec refutes allegations calling NEV maker 'Evergrande of auto industry'

BYD's brand chief refuted recent allegations based on metrics including debt ratio, total debt, and payment cycles to suppliers.

Zeekr investors unhappy with Geely's privatization proposal, report says

Five early investors in Zeekr have said that Geely's privatization offer undervalues the EV unit, according to Reuters.

Huawei-JAC joint brand Maextro launches S800 luxury sedan as latest challenger to Mercedes-Maybach

The Maextro S800 joins the Nio ET9 and Yangwang U7 as the latest challenger to Mercedes-Maybach in China's luxury sedan market.

Li Auto to launch 2 all-electric SUVs in Q3, hints at sedan plans

Li Auto will launch its first all-electric SUV model, the Li i8, in July, and will roll out another electric SUV, the Li i6, in September.

BMW's China venture recalls 70 electric Minis due to battery issues

Due to production process issues, the power batteries in these vehicles pose a risk of overheating.

Avatr expands into HK market with Avatr 11 SUV

Avatr launched the Avatr 11 SUV in Hong Kong, with a starting price of HK$513,800 ($65,540).

Geely opens showrooms in Chile and Nicaragua to step up expansion in Latin America

Geely has opened its first flagship store in Chile and its first showroom in Nicaragua.

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