CnEVPost Newsletter: Multiple new EV models launched in China


CnEVPost Newsletter: Daily Recap

Oct 11, 2025

Nio Firefly launches new special edition model, limited to 666 units

The Night Creature Special Edition Firefly EV starts at RMB 136,800 ($19,170), with deliveries set to begin on October 23.

Zeekr launches updated 001 with enhanced powertrain, ultra-fast charging

The updated Zeekr 001 delivers up to 912 horsepower, achieving 0-100 km/h acceleration in 2.83 seconds.

BYD launches 2026 Seal 05 DM-i hybrid sedan, starting at $11,180

The 2026 Seal 05 DM-i has a battery range of 128 km, longer than its predecessor's 55-120 km.

BYD to discontinue Song Plus amid product lineup change as SUV nears 1.6 million sales

The Song Plus, the only model in BYD's Ocean series named after a Chinese dynasty, is being replaced by the Sealion 06.

BYD adds long-range variants to Han sedan lineup to boost appeal

Both the hybrid Han DM-i and all-electric Han EV now offer new variants with longer ranges, while priced lower after limited-time offers.

Xiaomi EV delivers record 41,948 cars in Sept

This marks the third consecutive month of record monthly deliveries for Xiaomi EV, bringing year-to-date deliveries to 266,722 units.

Arcfox teases first extended-range EV as BAIC unit joins EREV race

Arcfox will debut the EREV variant of its Alpha T5 SUV later this month, featuring CATL's Freevoy Battery.

Geely begins assembling Starray EM-i hybrid SUV in Indonesia

The Geely Galaxy E5 and Geely Xingyuan will also be produced at Geely's factory in Puwakarta, Indonesia.

China EV registrations for week ending Oct 5: Nio Inc 6,400, Tesla 5,020, Xiaomi 7,360

Major EV makers saw a significant drop in insurance registrations in China last week, primarily due to the impact of the Golden Week holiday.

China NEV retail up 16% year-on-year to 1.31 million in Sept, preliminary CPCA data show

China's NEV retail penetration rate stood at 58.5 percent in September and 52.2 percent year-to-date.

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