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China has roughly 700 NEV models on sale—but only 56 sell more than 5,000 units a month. That's how brutal the world's most competitive EV market has become.In Episode #260 of China EVs & More, Tu and Lei break down China's accelerating EV shakeout as regulators scrutinize quality, BYD reports weaker results, Li Auto struggles to regain momentum and XPeng pushes deeper into AI, autonomous driving and robotics.We also discuss:
It's ev.news Briefly for Friday 14 August 2026, only todays headlines and nothing else, in just 4 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the ev.news Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/evnewsGLOBAL EV SALES RISE, BUT CHINA RETREATSGlobal EV sales hit 1.85 million in July 2026, up 9% year on year but down 10% on June, with China falling 5% to around 980,000 even as NEVs took a record 60.4% of its new vehicle sales and NEV passenger exports jumped 147.8% to 540,000. Europe rose 33% to 450,000 and other markets 97% to 280,000, while North America fell 27% to 140,000 as the US decline widened beyond 30%.ULTIUM CELLS TO RESTART OHIO OUTPUTUltium Cells restarts battery-cell production next week at its Warren, Ohio plant after a seven-month shutdown blamed on falling EV demand and the cancelled $7,500 federal tax credit. The GM–LG joint venture site makes large-format NCMA pouch cells with over 45GWh annual capacity for nearly all GM EVs, and expects headcount to reach 1,400 after cutting roughly 1,330 jobs at closure.VOLKSWAGEN OPENS ID.3 NEO UK ORDERSVolkswagen opened UK orders for the ID.3 Neo on 13 August 2026 from £33,080, or £31,580 after the Government's £1,500 Electric Car Grant, with 50, 58 and 79 kWh batteries giving up to 390 miles and DC charging from 100 kW to 183 kW. The revised hatchback gains new LED headlights, an illuminated badge, the return of physical buttons and rotary controls, a new Innovision system with an in-car app shop, and a 3.6 kW V2L adapter.TESLA PLANS 124-STALL SUPERCHARGER IN SOUTHERN SAN FRANCISCOTesla filed plans on 26 May 2026 for a 124-stall Supercharger at 75 Waterloo Street in southern San Francisco, one of the largest globally and unusual for sitting inside a city rather than beside a highway. The site draws entirely from the grid with no solar canopies or Megapack storage, and includes a 416-square-foot building with two restrooms, vending machines and water fountains open 24 hours.CHARGING FAILURES HIT SIX-YEAR LOWPublic charging failures fell to 12% in the second quarter from 14% a year earlier and 19% in 2023 and 2024, the lowest in the six-year history of JD Power's study, which credited faster chargers and larger destination-style sites. Ionna led DC fast-charger satisfaction on 807 out of 1,000, ahead of Mercedes-Benz on 797, Rivian on 755 and Tesla on 701, against a segment average of 666.CHINESE CAR MAKERS BUILD IN AFRICAChinese car makers are opening African factories to absorb domestic overcapacity and sidestep European and North American trade barriers, with Chery buying Nissan's Rosslyn plant near Pretoria in July and BAIC and Great Wall already operating on the continent. South Africa, Morocco, Kenya, Ethiopia and Ghana are drawing investment through rebates, tax breaks and import bans on fossil-fuel cars, though weak grids, thin charging infrastructure and policy uncertainty still deter long-term commitment.GAC ADDS 44KWH AION UT WITH 320KM (199 MILES) WLTP RANGE IN LATE 2026GAC will add a 44kWh lithium iron phosphate entry version of the Aion UT with an estimated 320km (199 miles) WLTP range, priced under AUD$30,000 before on-road costs. It sits below the 60kWh Premium and Luxury at AUD$31,990 and AUD$35,990, answering cheaper rivals such as BYD's AUD$23,990 Atto 1 Essential and Geely's AUD$26,490 EX2 Complete.HONGQI TO ENTER AUSTRALIA IN 2027Hongqi will launch in Australia under the HQ name in January 2027 via Sydney distributor Greentech, starting with the E-HS9 large three-row electric SUV. Entry cars use a 99kWh NMC battery for 465km (289 miles) WLTP and higher trims a 120kWh pack for 515km (320 miles), with six- or seven-seat layouts and twin 16.2-inch displays, but no announced pricing.XCHARGE POWERS ELECTRIC AIRPORT FIRE ENGINEXCharge North America has deployed a 400-kW ultra-fast charger at Dallas Love Field Airport to serve Dallas Fire-Rescue's Rosenbauer Panther 6×6 Electric, billed as the world's first fully electric aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicle. The airport handles almost 18 million passengers a year, and XCharge argues electrification reduces the logistical and environmental risks of moving and storing liquid fuel around aircraft operations.One flag: the GAC headline says late 2026, but the copy says "late next year" — from an August 2026 dateline those are a year apart. Worth resolving before publication.
Mercedes-Benz gerät in den USA wegen seiner chinesischen Anteilseigner unter Druck. Ein neuer Gesetzentwurf sieht ein Verkaufsverbot für Autohersteller vor, an denen Investoren aus sogenannten „Foreign Adversary“-Staaten beteiligt sind. BAIC und der Geely-Gründer Li Shufu halten zusammen fast ein Fünftel an Mercedes - für einige US-Senatoren ist das offenbar zu viel.
Mercedes-Benz gerät in den USA wegen seiner chinesischen Anteilseigner unter Druck. Ein neuer Gesetzentwurf sieht ein Verkaufsverbot für Autohersteller vor, an denen Investoren aus sogenannten „Foreign Adversary“-Staaten beteiligt sind. BAIC und der Geely-Gründer Li Shufu halten zusammen fast ein Fünftel an Mercedes - für einige US-Senatoren ist das offenbar zu viel.
- Renault 4 Troop Designed to Deploy Drones - Daimler Truck Forms Defense Unit - Mercedes Shows Military Versions of SUV and Vans - EU Safety Experts Say FSD Data Misleading - UAW Settles Axle Strike - Honda Generators Feature Swappable Batteries - BMW Readies M-Version Neue Klasse - AMG Aims For 200,000 Cars A Year - Land Rover's $44,000 China-Designed Freelander - BAIC and Changan Form Strategic Partnership
- Renault 4 Troop Designed to Deploy Drones - Daimler Truck Forms Defense Unit - Mercedes Shows Military Versions of SUV and Vans - EU Safety Experts Say FSD Data Misleading - UAW Settles Axle Strike - Honda Generators Feature Swappable Batteries - BMW Readies M-Version Neue Klasse - AMG Aims For 200,000 Cars A Year - Land Rover's $44,000 China-Designed Freelander - BAIC and Changan Form Strategic Partnership
A $74 million loss. A Chinese car brand most Jamaicans had never heard of. And one man who bet his 35 year old company on it. Dr. Matthew Preston and Dr. Thaon Simms sit down with Andrew Jackson, founder and executive chairman of Jetcon Corporation, to hear how he pivoted from used Japanese imports to an exclusive BAIC dealership and swung to a $95 million profit. Andrew reveals his 2026 sales targets, why he pulled back from solar, and why he thinks this could be Jetcon's biggest year ever.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Andrew Jackson's Origin Story02:24 How Twins Forced Him Into Business04:47 The Moment Chinese Cars Got Good07:08 Why He Chose BAIC Over Every Other Brand08:33 "You're Crazy" and the Skeptics11:00 The BAIC X55, X35, BJ30 and BJ40 Walkthrough17:01 How Much Do They Actually Cost?19:45 The Resale Value Question Every Buyer Asks24:26 Why New Cars Take 5 Months to Arrive26:12 Sales Targets: 200 Last Year, 400 This Year28:01 Why Jetcon Is Pulling Back From Solar31:08 EVs in Jamaica: Why It Hasn't Worked Yet35:36 The After Sales Goldmine Nobody Talks About42:05 US China Tensions and the BAIC Risk45:06 "This Year We're Gonna Blow That Away"49:07 The Jackson Family and Succession Planning
Analizamos toda la actualidad del motor en España con un programa cargado de claves sobre coches, precios del combustible, seguridad vial, eléctricos y mercado automovilístico. Esta semana AutoFM son Antonio R. Vaquerizo, Fernando Rivas, Álex Moya, Jose Lagunar, Javier Quilón, Rubén Gómez, Rafa Soto Director del canal de Youtube Transporte y Movilidad y Nacho Rabadán Director General de la Confederación de empresarios de estaciones de servicio de España. Arrancamos con protagonistas del sector como el nuevo Mazda CX-5, la subida histórica del diésel, el impacto en el transporte y las nuevas marcas que llegan con fuerza, en un episodio imprescindible para entender qué está pasando ahora mismo en el mundo del automóvil. Comenzamos con el análisis del nuevo Mazda CX-5, un SUV que crece hasta los 4,69 metros, mejora en espacio y alcanza los 583 litros de maletero, pero mantiene su filosofía con un motor gasolina 2.5 de 140 caballos con desactivación de cilindros apostando por eficiencia, suavidad y calidad frente a cifras radicales Abordamos en profundidad la subida histórica del precio del combustible con la participación de CEEES y su director general Nacho Rabadán, analizando cómo se fijan los precios, los márgenes reales, el peso de los impuestos, las diferencias entre gasolineras, la polémica del diésel y el papel de la administración en un momento crítico Analizamos el impacto directo del precio del carburante en el transporte con Rafa Soto, entendiendo cuánto influye el combustible en los costes, cómo afectan las subidas a los profesionales y cómo funcionan realmente los contratos en el sector Comentamos la iniciativa de Car and Driver que permite probar los nuevos Polestar 3 y Polestar 4 junto a su equipo, dos SUV eléctricos premium que destacan por su autonomía, prestaciones y tecnología en una experiencia abierta al público mediante registro. En seguridad vial repasamos 25 años de evolución junto a Hyundai con datos clave como la reducción del 70% en la siniestralidad, el cambio social frente al alcohol al volante y el papel de la concienciación en España. Analizamos el nuevo BMW i3 que apunta a revolucionar el mercado con hasta 900 km de autonomía, nuevas tecnologías eléctricas y un posicionamiento que refuerza la apuesta de la marca alemana por la movilidad eléctrica de largo alcance. Probamos y analizamos marcas chinas menos conocidas como LIVAN, DFSK y BAIC, que buscan hacerse un hueco en España con propuestas competitivas en precio y equipamiento dentro de un mercado cada vez más abierto a nuevos fabricantes. Respondemos al buzón del oyente con dudas sobre cursos de conducción, impacto de las normativas de emisiones, experiencias reales en carretera y opiniones sobre nuevos modelos como el Omoda 5 SHS. Cerramos con curiosidades sobre los mayores atascos de la historia, desde China hasta Estados Unidos, y un ranking de las ciudades con más tráfico del mundo incluyendo datos en España que ponen en contexto la movilidad actual. Terminamos con el podcast de TotalEnergies donde desmontamos mitos sobre los aceites de motor, explicando por qué caducan, cómo se degradan con el tiempo y qué riesgos tiene utilizarlos en mal estado. Escúchanos en: www.podcastmotor.es Twitter: @AutoFmRadio Instagram: autofmradio Twitch: AutoFMPodcast Youtube: @AutoFM Contacto: info@autofm.es
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Xiaomi just delivered over 50,000 vehicles in December 2025 - outselling NIO after being in the car business for less than two years. Meanwhile, NIO has been operating for over a decade and just hit 48,000 monthly deliveries. William Li called his own company "weak" despite delivering 326,000 cars in 2025, and when you look at what Xiaomi accomplished, you can see exactly why.This is the consolidation phase Li Bin warned us about, and the execution gap between these companies is becoming impossible to ignore. Xiaomi went from zero to 410,000 annual deliveries in under two years with just TWO models. NIO's projecting 456,000 to 489,000 deliveries in 2026 - year twelve of operations. That's only a 10-19% difference between a startup car company and a decade-old premium EV maker.The Chinese EV market data from December reveals the brutal reality of Phase 3. Of fifteen automakers that reported sales, only FIVE maintained both year-over-year and month-over-month growth. Average sales dropped to 94,000 units after two months above 100,000. The top tier - BYD, Geely, SAIC, Chery - all saw month-over-month declines.But the third tier is where things get interesting. Companies like Huawei's HarmonyOS system, Xiaomi, NIO, and BAIC all hit record highs. HarmonyOS delivered 89,611 units. Xiaomi crossed 50,000. NIO hit 48,135. The third tier is raising the floor, and in Q4, not a single one of those automakers dropped below 30,000 monthly units.This is exactly what William Li meant when he said the final stage is a long-distance race with 3-5 percentage point efficiency gaps at every link. If you're not improving faster than the market average, you're falling behind. And the market average is now 40,000+ deliveries per month just to stay relevant.Here's what separates execution from vision. Xiaomi focused on two models, leveraged their existing supply chain and manufacturing expertise, priced aggressively, delivered on time, and scaled fast. NIO admitted they "got carried away doing too many miscellaneous things" in their second cycle. They overextended, lost focus, and burned cash trying to be everything: premium brand, mass market brand, battery swap infrastructure provider, chip developer, and robotics company.Xiaomi said: we're going to make great electric cars. Everything else is secondary. That's the difference between execution and vision. Vision is what you WANT to do. Execution is what you ACTUALLY get done.Now Xiaomi isn't perfect. They dealt with serious public relations crises in 2025 including traffic accidents, the SU7 Ultra horsepower controversy, and safety concerns. This is the risk of rapid scaling - every mistake gets amplified. But they're handling scrutiny while scaling faster than almost anyone in the industry.NIO's Phase 3 strategy is betting everything on operational efficiency. Li Bin is promising 40-50% annual growth, adding 1,000+ battery swap stations in 2026, opening 210 multi-brand stores in lower-tier cities, and pushing Firefly into 40 countries. The strategy is sound, but can they execute at Xiaomi speed?The profitability question looms large. Li Bin is still confident about Q4 2025 non-GAAP profitability, but he's been promising this all year. If NIO misses after a decade in business, that's a credibility hit they can't afford - especially when companies like Xiaomi are proving you can scale fast without burning cash for ten years first.Li Bin predicts at least 10 Chinese automakers will survive long-term, with China selling 35 million cars annually within ten years. But NIO's at 326,000 deliveries and needs to 10X to hit that 3.5 million vision. Xiaomi's at 410,000 and needs to 8.5X. If both maintain current growth rates, Xiaomi reaches 3 million before NIO does.This is make-or-break time for NIO. Not because they're going to die - they have resources to survive. But the gap between surviving and thriving is getting wider, and right now Xiaomi's in the thriving category
Saturday night and I felt the itch to record! Welcome to episode 2 of 2026 on Courtside Financial.Today we're diving deep into the battery swapping industry entering what's being called its "golden age" – this is massive infrastructure buildout happening in real-time with NIO, CATL, and others positioning for the future of EV energy replenishment.THE BATTERY SWAPPING GOLDEN AGE:The Chinese pure electric vehicle market is expected to grow 30-40% year-over-year in 2025, with sales projected to hit 19 million units by 2030. Battery swapping is no longer experimental – it's going mainstream.CATL is running two parallel strategies: "Chocolate Battery Swapping" for passenger cars and "Qiji Battery Swapping" for heavy trucks. In 2025, they partnered with NIO to build the world's largest battery swap network, signed deals with GAC, FAW, Changan, BAIC, and Chery to launch 10 new models, and partnered with JD.com to drop a battery-swapping EV at just 49,900 yuan (under $7,000 USD). Their 2026 target: over 2,500 Chocolate stations in 120 cities. By 2030, their heavy truck network will cover 180,000 kilometers.NIO completed battery swap coverage in over 2,300 county-level administrative regions by year-end 2025. As of December 30th, they operated 3,665 battery swap stations – the world's largest high-speed network. Fourth-generation stations rolled out rapidly, and fifth-generation stations launch at scale in Q1 2026. They're transforming from "exclusive to NIO" to "universal across the industry."Aulton New Energy filed to go public in Hong Kong in December 2025, aiming to become the first battery-swapping company listed there. They're the largest independent third-party provider with 521 connected stations and over 160,000 batteries under management.According to Frost & Sullivan, battery-swapping vehicle sales will grow from 269,000 units in 2024 to 1.14 million by 2030 (27.1% CAGR). Swap stations will jump from 4,400 to 24,000 (32.5% CAGR).But challenges remain: standard fragmentation across manufacturers, massive construction and operating costs, and the path to profitability still unclear. Aulton's still losing money. NIO's invested $2.5 billion USD in infrastructure with another $700 million planned over the next decade.Heavy-duty trucks are the breakthrough application – fixed routes, large batteries, continuous operation needs. CATL's dominating this space with aggressive deployment in Shanxi and Shaanxi provinces.THE AIRLINE CLASS WARS:The airline industry is experiencing K-shaped divergence. Delta and United captured nearly ALL U.S. airline profits through the first nine months of 2025. Premium cabins are thriving while budget travel craters.Airlines are expanding lounges, adding first-class seats, launching new international routes. Even Southwest – the egalitarian carrier – ended 50 years of policy by charging for checked bags and introducing assigned seating January 27th.Meanwhile, Spirit Airlines is in its SECOND bankruptcy in less than a year, fighting for survival after a blocked JetBlue acquisition and surging costs.This is a microcosm of the broader economy: wealthier consumers increasing spending share, any economic weakening hitting price-sensitive consumers hardest.THE STRUGGLE STORIES:Virgin Galactic: Down 98% since its 2020 SPAC debut, now at $3.29. They're resuming commercial flights Q4 2026 with their new Delta-class spaceplane after a two-year hiatus. Tickets: $600,000. About 700 people on the waiting list. The technology is cool, but the business model remains unproven.Saks Fifth Avenue: Named a new CEO Friday as they prepare for bankruptcy. They missed a $100+ million debt payment tied to their $2.65 billion Neiman Marcus acquisition. Now sitting on $4.7 billion in debt as luxury discretionary spending weakens.Sprinkles Cupcakes: Closed ALL locations nationwide on New Year's Eve after 20 years. The cupcake craze that peaked in the early 2010s is over.
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Iñaki Suárez, director de tecnología de BAIC, nos habla del código ético y las obligaciones para velar por una IA "en la que las personas tengan la última palabra"
Iñaki Suárez, director de tecnología de BAIC, nos habla del código ético y las obligaciones para velar por una IA "en la que las personas tengan la última palabra"
Ben Fouché, adjunkdirekteur van algemene bestuur by BAIC, gesels oor BAIC se Coega-aanleg en hulle planne om SUV's te vervaardig. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter
¡Todo el mundo habla de las marcas chinas! Y pocos las conocen. Si te hablan de Audi, BMW, Mazda, Renault o Toyota, por citar solo algunas, más o menos, sabrías “de que van” y las conoces… ¿Y si te hablo de Aywais, BAIC, BYD, Jaecoo, Nio, Omoda o XPeng, por citar solo algunas? ¿Sabes algo de estás marcas? Es probable que no. Vamos a proporcionaros un mapa claro de este laberinto …para que no os perdáis. Este video lo hemos trabajado mucho todo el equipo… y es que para entender el fenómeno chino hay que olvidar ideas preconcebidas y hay que pensar en tres tipos de especies que conviven en un ecosistema feroz. Primero, los gigantes estatales como SAIC o Chery, mastodontes industriales que crecieron al amparo del gobierno y de sus alianzas con fabricantes occidentales. Segundo, los imperios privados como Geely o BYD, creados por empresarios visionarios, que son más ágiles y tienen una ambición global voraz. Y tercero y último, las startups tecnológicas como NIO o XPeng, nacidas en la era del software y con la vista puesta en destronar a Tesla. La estrategia del gobierno chino fue clara: dominar la tecnología de baterías mientras Europa debatía sobre plazos y normativas. El resultado es que han lanzado una ofensiva global con el coche eléctrico como punta de lanza. Su desembarco ya es una realidad: en España, su cuota de mercado en 2025 se acerca peligrosamente al 10 por ciento, casi el doble que en 2024 que fue del 4,2 por ciento... Ahora, conozcamos a algunos de los actores de esta historia con algunos ejemplos de sus productos con valoraciones. Y digo algunos… porque, a día de hoy, es casi imposible hacer un vídeo con todas las marcas chinas que existen. Creo que hemos hecho una buena selección con las más relevantes. CAPITULO 1: AIWAYS EL PIONERO CON DIFICULTADES. Aiways merece una mención por ser uno de los primeros en atreverse a desembarcar en Europa, allá por 2020. A pesar de tener un producto correcto, les ha faltado el músculo financiero y la capacidad de marketing para hacerse un hueco en el mercado. Abrieron el camino, pero corren el riesgo de ser arrollados por los gigantes que vienen detrás. CAPÍTULO 2: BAIC, EL GIGANTE A LA SOMBRA DE MERCEDES. BAIC es un coloso estatal, socio de Mercedes-Benz y Hyundai en China y uno de los mayores accionistas de la propia Mercedes. CAPÍTULO 3: BYD, EL GIGANTE DE LAS BATERÍAS. BYD siglas de "Build Your Dreams" infunde respeto Este gigante privado, que empezó fabricando baterías para móviles, es hoy el mayor productor de vehículos electrificados del mundo. CAPÍTULO 4. CHERY, EL EXPORTADOR REINVENTADO. Chery es un gigante estatal con un pasado complicado, manchado por acusaciones de copias de baja calidad. Pero han aprendido la lección. CAPÍTULO 5: GEELY GROUP, EL IMPERIO ESTRATÉGICO. Geely no es una marca. Ni tampoco una empresa… es un imperio. Este conglomerado privado, dirigido por el brillante estratega Li Shufu. Son dueños de Volvo, Polestar y Lotus, y socios al 50 por ciento de Mercedes-Benz en Smart. Esta jugada les da acceso a muy buena ingeniería y diseño, que luego aplican a sus propias marcas globales. CAPÍTULO 6: GREAT WALL MOTOR, EL ESPECIALISTA EN SUVs. GWM es otro gran fabricante privado, históricamente especializado en SUVs y pick-ups. Su ofensiva se basa en dos pilares. Por un lado, Ora, con coches eléctricos de diseño neoretro muy llamativos y por otro, Wey, su marca premium enfocada en híbridos enchufables de gran lujo. CAPÍTULO 7: NIO & XPENG, VANGUARDIA TECNOLÓGICA. Estas dos startups representan la cara más tecnológica de China. Para muchos son los coches chinos 2.0. No compiten por precio, sino por innovación y por ser la "alternativa a Tesla". CAPÍTULO 8: SAIC MOTOR Y EL FENÓMENO MG. SAIC es el mayor fabricante estatal de China, socio histórico de Volkswagen y General Motors. Compró los restos de la mítica marca británica MG. CAPÍTULO 9. XIAOMI, DE LA ELECTRÓNICA DE CONSUMO... … a los coches. Gigantes de la tecnología como Google o Apple han tenido malas experiencias intentando hacer coches. Pero en China, Xiaomi ha empezado con éxito. CAPÍTULO 10: LEAPMOTOR, SOCIO DE ESTELLANTIS. Stellantis adquirió en 2023 el 20 por ciento de la joven marca china.
CATL just announced they've surpassed 700 battery swap stations, and this changes EVERYTHING for the EV industry. After NIO spent 10 years building 3,500 stations while everyone called them crazy, the world's largest battery manufacturer is now validating the entire battery swap model.In this episode, I break down why CATL's founder Zeng Yuqun says battery costs dropping, rapid tech evolution, and energy storage capabilities make battery swap the future of high-frequency EV charging. We explore how battery swap stations work, why they're perfect for ride-hailing and delivery drivers, and how the growing alliance of automakers (GAC, Geely, Chery, BAIC, Changan, Hongqi) are building a recurring revenue ecosystem that could dominate the commercial EV market.Key Topics Covered:Why CATL is accelerating battery swap deployment after calling it "too expensive"How battery swap gives you continuous tech upgrades vs. being locked into old battery techThe economics of 3-minute swaps vs. 30-minute charging for commercial driversBattery swap stations as distributed energy storage infrastructureJD Auto's first model launching as battery swap with GAC and CATLThe three-tier future: battery swap, home charging, and public chargingWhy solid-state batteries will make this model even more dominantThis isn't just about NIO anymore—this is about understanding which infrastructure plays will define the next decade of EVs. Whether you're a NIO bull, invested in CATL, or just trying to understand where the EV market is heading, this breakdown gives you the business logic behind the battery swap revolution.NIO stock, CATL battery swap, NIO battery swap stations, EV stocks 2025, Chinese EV stocks, battery swap technology, NIO analysis, electric vehicle infrastructure, CATL news, NIO bull case, EV charging stations, battery swap vs charging, GAC Aion, Geely EV, solid state batteries, EV market analysis, NIO stock analysis, renewable energy stocks, EV investment, Chinese tech stocks, NIO 2025, battery technology, energy storage, ride hailing EVs, commercial EV fleet, EV business model, automotive industry analysisTAGS (500 Characters):
V 169. epizóde videopodcastu venujeme pozornosť dvom automobilom z našich redakčných testov: čínskemu SUV Xpeng G6 Performance a americkému pick-upu Ford Ranger Wildtrak X. Xpeng G6 a Ford Ranger nie sú konkurenti, pretože sú celkom odlišnými typmi automobilov. Zatiaľ čo Xpeng G6 je luxusné elektrické SUV s dôrazom na komfort v interiéri a technologický náskok, Ford Ranger je úžitkové vozidlo s plnou korbou pridaných hodnôt. Cena oboch testovaných vozidiel je však veľmi podobná, mierne presahujúca hranicu 55-tisíc eur.Test Xpeng G6 PerformanceČínske automobilky valcujú a zrejme skutočne prevalcujú európsku konkurenciu. V uplynulom období na Slovensko formálne vstúpilo hneď niekoľko nových ázijských značiek, spomeňme BYD, HongQi, Xpeng, Omoda, Jaecoo či najnovšie Leapmotor. A pripravujeme sa na príchod BAIC.Xpeng patrí medzi tie zo značiek, ktoré otvorene konkurujú Tesle a modelom EQ od značky Mercedes-Benz. Zaujať zákazníka mieni agresívnou cenovou politikou, no najmä oslovením všetkých zmyslov - vrátane chuti, ak myslíme na metaforickú chuť na inovatívny pohon. Testovacia jazda totiž zaujme natoľko, že človek sa začne spytovať, prečo nie sú európske elektromobily na takejto vysokej úrovni. Jazdné vlastnosti, technologická vyspelosť, vysoká bezpečnosť a úroveň pohodlia vpredu aj vzadu, to všetko G6 ponúka už v základe. My sme mali možnosť vyskúšať verziu Performance, ktorá vyniká obratnosťou, dynamikou a pružnosťou v zdanlivo akejkoľvek rýchlosti. Xpeng G6 Performance testoval Erik Stríž z Autobazar.EU.Text Ford Ranger WildTrak XFord Ranger je najpredávanejší a najobľúbenejší pick-up, ale aj dobrý základ pre imidžové konfigurácie. Verzia WildTrak X obsahuje početné vylepšenia pre náročných, ktoré zlepšujú jazdný komfort, ale aj užitočné doplnky pre jednoduchší prevoz dlhého nákladu.Ako tento naftový pick-up s dvojitým turbom jazdí, v čom sa líši od ostatných verzií a prečo je o 15-tisíc eur drahší ako iná podobná verzia, objasňuje novinár Jozef Murárik.
En este episodio hablamos con Raul Morales, Director de Comunicación de Faconauto, la patronal de los concesionarios, sobre el papel clave que tienen en la movilidad en España. Nos explican la importancia de su capilaridad para llegar a todos los rincones del país, cómo se están adaptando a los nuevos tiempos y cuál es su aportación a la economía y al empleo. También abordamos temas de máxima actualidad como las ventas de vehículos eléctricos, la efectividad del Plan Moves y los retos que afronta el sector en la transición hacia una movilidad más sostenible. Una conversación imprescindible para entender el presente y el futuro de la distribución del automóvil en nuestro país. En la segunda parte del programa ponemos el foco en BAIC, Beijing Automotive Industry Holding, uno de los gigantes de la automoción china con 67 años de historia. Desde su primer sedán fabricado en 1958 hasta convertirse en proveedor del ejército y socio estratégico de Mercedes-Benz, BAIC ha sabido consolidarse como un actor global. En España ya cuenta con 11 concesionarios y planea llegar a 30 este año, con el objetivo de alcanzar 1.687 matriculaciones en 2026. Hablamos en detalle de su modelo estrella, el BAIC X55, un SUV de 4,6 metros con motor gasolina turbo de 177 caballos, gran equipamiento tecnológico y un precio muy competitivo. También repasamos su gama futura con el X7 y el BJ30, así como el papel de su marca premium eléctrica, Arcfox. Todo ello en un contexto en el que las marcas chinas ya son 21 en nuestro mercado y en el que BAIC quiere diferenciarse con su fuerte apuesta en I+D y seguridad heredada de Saab. Escúchanos en: www.podcastmotor.es Twitter: @AutoFmRadio Instagram: autofmradio Twitch: AutoFMPodcast Youtube: @AutoFM Contacto: info@autofm.es
Joe Schafranek is an Account Manager at Tread Partners, a marketing agency focused on the tire and auto repair industry. With roots in Detroit and hands-on shop experience at Firestone and Big O, Joe brings a unique perspective to digital marketing through his understanding of both operations and data. Prior to Tread Partners, he helped grow BAIC and explored data-centric roles in the auto aftermarket. Today, Joe leverages that diverse background to help multi-location shops increase car count through performance-driven strategies. In this episode… Marketing in the auto repair industry often feels confusing and inconsistent, especially for multi-location shop owners. With so many digital channels and buzzwords, it's hard to know what's actually driving car count and boosting business. How can tire dealers make smarter marketing decisions based on data and results, not guesswork? According to Joe Schafranek of Tread Partners, it starts by focusing on transparency and measurable results. Joe leverages his real-world shop experience and data expertise to help clients improve performance using tailored PPC campaigns, SEO strategy, and localized promotions. He emphasizes the importance of tying marketing activity directly to car count and revenue growth — not just impressions or traffic. On this episode of Gain Traction, Mike Edge welcomes Joe Schafranek for a conversation about data-driven marketing in the tire and auto repair space. Joe explains how to tie marketing efforts directly to car count and revenue, why transparency matters, and how shop owners can avoid wasting budget on ineffective campaigns. He also shares a case study on how a $250 Facebook ad led to $22K Saturdays. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: [03:48] How hockey and family life shaped Joe Schafranek's community involvement [06:34] Lessons Joe learned from managing Big O franchise stores in Arizona [07:43] Joe's transition into digital marketing and data roles [10:37] Why revenue isn't always the best indicator of marketing success [12:23] The importance of new customer acquisition for long-term growth [18:52] How experience helps Joe prevent clients from wasting ad spend [19:58] What excites Joe most about working in marketing for tire dealers? Resources mentioned in this episode: Joe Schafranek on LinkedIn Tread Partners BAIC Global TJ White on LinkedIn Tire Source Mike Edge on LinkedIn Quotable Moments "You don't know what you don't know — there's a whole world of discovery out there every day." "The best campaigns are the ones that fill your bays, not just your inbox." "Marketing success should be tied to car count and revenue, not just clicks and impressions." "Transparency works both ways — clients should know what's working, and we need to know how it's executed." "Even small campaigns, like a $250 Facebook ad, can have huge returns if done right." Action Steps Rethink how you measure marketing ROI: Focus on car count and specific service conversions, not just traffic or impressions. Run local Facebook ads to test promotions: Try low-cost campaigns targeting service-specific offers to boost visibility and appointments. Invest in transparency with your marketing team: Share performance data both ways — ad results and in-shop execution. Use digital tools to track campaign effectiveness: Leverage reporting that ties ads to phone calls, form fills, and actual sales. Target new customer acquisition regularly: Offset the average 15% annual shrinkage by always growing your base strategically. Sponsor for this episode... This episode is brought to you by Tread Partners. At Tread Partners, we provide digital marketing for multi-location tire dealers and auto repair shops. By using our strategy, branding, and marketing services, we help shops sell more tires and put more cars in bays. We've helped companies like Action Gator Tire, Colony Tire and Service, and Ulmer's Auto Care Center bring extreme growth in paid leads, ROI, and searches. So, what are you waiting for? Visit www.treadpartners.com or email info@treadpartners.com to learn more.
En este episodio de AutoFM, nos adentramos en el mundo de Foton, una marca que llega con fuerza al mercado español. Para conocer todos los detalles, contamos con una entrevista exclusiva con Javier de la Calzada, Director de Comunicación, y Borja Ugarte, Director de Operaciones de Foton en España. Nos hablarán de la estrategia de la marca, su gama de vehículos y su apuesta por nuestro mercado. Foton es una marca fundada en 1996 en Pekín y pertenece al grupo BAIC, el quinto mayor fabricante de automóviles de China. Con 22 plantas globales, es líder en ventas de vehículos industriales en su país, un mercado que matricula 20 millones de unidades al año. Desde su nacimiento, ha vendido más de 11 millones de vehículos en todo el mundo. Su crecimiento ha sido meteórico: en 1999 ya era líder en camiones ligeros en China, en 2004 comenzó a exportar, en 2007 firmó un acuerdo con Cummins, en 2012 con Daimler, y en 2017 con ZF para la fabricación de cajas de cambio. Actualmente, cuenta con 2.100 concesionarios en China y presencia en más de 130 países, con 1.000 distribuidores y 1.200 puntos de servicio. Es líder de ventas en países como Colombia y Chile. En España, Foton desembarca de la mano de Astara, que ha establecido acuerdos estratégicos con Santander Consumer Bank y Astara Last Mile para la distribución de recambios. Arrancan con 11 concesionarios, con el objetivo de alcanzar 22 antes de final de año. En cuanto a su gama de productos, encontramos opciones para distintos usos: Foton Tunland G7 – Una pick-up turbodiésel con tracción 4x4 y etiqueta C. Equipa un motor 2.0 de 162 CV, con cambio manual de 6 marchas o automático ZF de 8. Tiene reductora, suspensión trasera de ballesta y capacidad de carga de 975 kg. Su altura libre al suelo es de 210 mm y puede vadear hasta 60 cm. Bien equipada con llantas de 18'', protector de cárter, pantalla con cámara 360º y diversos ADAS. Precio: 25.958 - 27.529 €. Foton Tunland V9 – Una pick-up más orientada al ocio, con microhibridación y etiqueta ECO. Mantiene el motor de 162 CV, pero con una longitud mayor (5,62 metros) y caja automática ZF de 8 marchas de serie. Cuenta con suspensión trasera de muelle, capacidad de carga de 895 kg, una altura libre al suelo de 240 mm y vadeo de 70 cm. Viene con un interior premium, con dos pantallas (una de 14,6''), asientos de cuero Napa y una dotación completa de ayudas a la conducción. Precio: 42.322 €. Foton eToano – Un furgón 100% eléctrico con etiqueta CERO. Disponible en dos longitudes (5,5 o 6 metros) y dos capacidades (7,5 o 10,6 m³), equipa baterías CATL de 77 o 100 kWh y un motor eléctrico de 177 CV, con hasta 450 km de autonomía en ciudad. Viene con llantas de 16'', faros full LED, pantalla de infoentretenimiento de 12,3'', y múltiples ADAS. Precio: 41.728 €. Foton apuesta por componentes de calidad con proveedores de primer nivel como Eaton para el diferencial trasero, Bosch para el sistema common-rail, ZF y BorgWarner para la tracción y la EGR. Y esto no es todo: después del verano, llegará la Foton View Grand (diésel) y Foton eView Grand (eléctrica), una furgoneta de 5,4 metros, con motor diésel de 162 CV y cambio ZF de 8 marchas, y una variante eléctrica de 184 CV con batería de 77 kWh. Además, en este episodio también ponemos a prueba la KGM Musso, una pick-up que promete ser una opción interesante en su segmento. Analizamos su comportamiento, capacidades y todo lo que necesitas saber si estás pensando en este tipo de vehículo. Todos los podcast: https://www.podcastmotor.es Twitter: @AutoFmRadio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autofmradio/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AutoFM Contacto: info@autofm.es
- Automakers Prepare for Trump Tariffs - China Delays Approval for BYD Mexico Plant - Humanoid Robots Could Be in Mercedes Plants By 2030 - BAIC Testing Humanoid Robots - Volvo Using AI to Improve Hands-Free Driving - California Grants Tesla Ride-Hailing Permit - Zeekr, Xpeng and GAC To Launch L3 Cars This Year - GM to Use NVIDIA Tech to Improve Production and ADAS - Bosch Wants to Use Metal 3D Printing in Volume Production - Longer Lasting EV Batteries Delay Recycling Plans
- Automakers Prepare for Trump Tariffs - China Delays Approval for BYD Mexico Plant - Humanoid Robots Could Be in Mercedes Plants By 2030 - BAIC Testing Humanoid Robots - Volvo Using AI to Improve Hands-Free Driving - California Grants Tesla Ride-Hailing Permit - Zeekr, Xpeng and GAC To Launch L3 Cars This Year - GM to Use NVIDIA Tech to Improve Production and ADAS - Bosch Wants to Use Metal 3D Printing in Volume Production - Longer Lasting EV Batteries Delay Recycling Plans
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We're getting to know BAIC, a Chinese carmaker that has stakes in major Western car brands. Gareth Burnett-Jones, Group MD of Marwan AlShaali Group, tells us why it's a force to be reckoned with.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Just over a million new vehicles were sold in Africa last year, a relatively small number given the continent's enormous population, estimated at 1.5 billion. Chinese auto brands are looking at that discrepancy and think it provides a unique opportunity for rapid expansion, particularly in the budding electric vehicle market. BAIC Motors, BYD, Xpeng, and Neta are among a growing number of Chinese auto majors that have scaled up sales and manufacturing in Africa. But selling EVs in Africa is not going to be easy. In many countries, access to reliable electricity is a problem. Then there's the issue of charging stations and the high import taxes many governments impose on foreign-made cars. Even amid those challenges, Alex Mwanzo, general manager of Equator Mobile — a unit of the investment holding company Maris Africa — is optimistic about the prospects for Chinese EVs. Alex joins Eric & Njenga from Nairobi to explain why Chinese auto brands are well-positioned in the African market. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: @ChinaGSProject | @eric_olander | @hakeenah Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChinaAfricaProject YouTube: www.youtube.com/@ChinaGlobalSouth FOLLOW CAP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: www.projetafriquechine.com | @AfrikChine Arabic: عربي: www.alsin-alsharqalawsat.com | @SinSharqAwsat JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug! www.patreon.com/chinaglobalsouth
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Chińczycy wyceniają swoje samochody raczej rozsądnie, ale starają się dać jak najwięcej za tę cenę. Flagowy model koncernu BAIC, czyli Beijing 7, ma już w sobie sporo tego, co nazywamy premium, ale… do europejskich aut z wyższego segmentu jeszcze mu sporo brakuje. O tym, co trzeba zmienić żeby konkurować z lepszymi markami, w dwieście ósmym odcinku podcastu Overdrive, Bartek Ławski rozmawia z Pawłem Bielakiem. Posłuchajcie. Zapraszamy także na naszą stronę https://overdrive.com.pl oraz na nasz kanał na YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@overdrive_com_pl Gdybyście chcieli postawić nam przysłowiową kawę, to możecie to zrobić tutaj: https://buycoffee.to/overdrive a jeśli podoba Wam się to, co robimy i chcielibyście nas wspierać systematycznie małymi kwotami, to możecie także zostać naszym Patronem na Patronite: https://patronite.pl/overdrive Z góry dziękujemy! :-)
Hierdie week gaan ry Wiele2Wiele met die nuwe Citroen C3 Aircross – ʼn sewesitplek sportnuts vir slegs R354 900. Hulle ervaar ook die nuwe BAIC B40 Plus. Daar is 'n motorwaardewenk, raad vir wanneer jy 'n paneelklopper nodig het en hulle gesels met Gerrit du Toit van Mira (Motorsport International Riding Apparel) wat wêreldwyd naam maak. Wiele2Wiele op Facebook · Wiele2Wiele op Maroela Media
Programa que se emite los miércoles del verano a las 13:15 en Onda Cero MS. Multa a DR Automobiles: Vender Coches Chinos como 'Made in Italy' El gobierno italiano ha impuesto una multa de 6 millones de euros a DR Automobiles por comercializar vehículos fabricados en China como si fueran producidos en Italia. Según el organismo regulador de la competencia en Italia, la empresa, ubicada en el sur del país, ensamblaba vehículos de las marcas chinas Chery, BAIC y JAC en modalidad CKD (Complete Knock Down), y los vendía como si fueran fabricados localmente. ¿Qué Implica Ensamblar en Modalidad CKD? Complete Knock Down (CKD): Todas las piezas necesarias para ensamblar un vehículo son enviadas en kits. El ensamblaje incluye soldar el chasis, ensamblar, soldar y pintar la carrocería. Utiliza proveedores locales y mano de obra, asemejándose más a la fabricación tradicional. Semi Knock Down (SKD): Los coches llegan con el chasis ya soldado y la carrocería pintada. Los vehículos son simplemente ensamblados, no fabricados. Legislación Italiana y la Fabricación de Vehículos Italia tiene una ley de 2003 que busca proteger y potenciar los productos fabricados en Italia, prohibiendo el uso de simbología o palabras que sugieran que un producto es italiano si no lo es. DR Automobiles violó esta normativa al indicar que sus vehículos eran fabricados en Italia, cuando en realidad solo se realizaban "trabajos marginales de acabado y terminación" en el país. Esta práctica coincidió con un aumento significativo en las ventas de las marcas DR y Evo desde diciembre de 2021. Ejemplos y Medidas Similares Otros casos incluyen: Fiat Topolino: Fabricados en Marruecos, fueron incautados en Italia por llevar banderas italianas en la carrocería. Alfa Romeo: Cambió el nombre de su modelo Milano, fabricado en Polonia, a Junior tras presiones regulatorias. Ensamblaje en España En España, Chery empezará a fabricar coches en la antigua planta de Nissan en Barcelona. Los primeros vehículos se ensamblarán en modalidad SKD y posteriormente en CKD, reflejando movimientos similares para proteger el mercado local. Resumen de Noticias Adicionales Seguridad Vial y Calzado: La DGT explica que no hay normas específicas sobre el calzado en la conducción, pero pueden multar con hasta 80 euros si el calzado elegido compromete la seguridad. Industria Automotriz y Política Energética: Josu Jon Imaz, consejero delegado de Repsol, critica las políticas energéticas de la UE que, según él, podrían poner en riesgo sectores como el de la automoción. Enfatiza la necesidad de descarbonizar inteligentemente, tomando en cuenta la industria y los ciudadanos europeos. Estafas por SMS de la DGT: La DGT ha alertado sobre estafas por SMS que intentan engañar a los conductores haciéndoles creer que tienen multas pendientes. Estas estafas buscan robar información personal y bancaria. Las multas de tráfico solo se notifican por correo postal o mediante la Dirección Electrónica Vial (DEV). Fernando Rivas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernando-rivas-4965681a8/ Jose Lagunar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joselagunar/ Puedes seguirnos en nuestra web: https://www.podcastmotor.es Twiter: @AutoFmRadio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autofmradio/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC57czZy-ctfV02t_PeNXCAQ Contacto: info@autofm.es
In der heutigen Folge von „Alles auf Aktien“ sprechen die Finanzjournalisten Daniel Eckert und Nando Sommerfeldt über die Folgen des Oracle-Optimismus, das Sparkurs-Lob für die Deutsche Bank und den nächsten Dämpfer für Boeing. Außerdem geht es um Nvidia, Airbus, Microsoft, Adobe, Micron Technology, Meta Platforms, Amazon, BYD, BAIC, SAIC, Tesla, General Motors, Stellantis, Mercedes-Benz Group, SPDR Refinitiv Global Convertible Bond ETF (WKN: A12CZS) und iShares Global Corporate Bond ETF (WKN: A1J0YD). Wir freuen uns an Feedback über aaa@welt.de. Ab sofort gibt es noch mehr "Alles auf Aktien" bei WELTplus und Apple Podcasts – inklusive aller Artikel der Hosts und AAA-Newsletter. Hier bei WELT: https://www.welt.de/podcasts/alles-auf-aktien/plus247399208/Boersen-Podcast-AAA-Bonus-Folgen-Jede-Woche-noch-mehr-Antworten-auf-Eure-Boersen-Fragen.html. Disclaimer: Die im Podcast besprochenen Aktien und Fonds stellen keine spezifischen Kauf- oder Anlage-Empfehlungen dar. Die Moderatoren und der Verlag haften nicht für etwaige Verluste, die aufgrund der Umsetzung der Gedanken oder Ideen entstehen. Hörtipps: Für alle, die noch mehr wissen wollen: Holger Zschäpitz können Sie jede Woche im Finanz- und Wirtschaftspodcast "Deffner&Zschäpitz" hören. Außerdem bei WELT: Im werktäglichen Podcast „Das bringt der Tag“ geben wir Ihnen im Gespräch mit WELT-Experten die wichtigsten Hintergrundinformationen zu einem politischen Top-Thema des Tages. +++ Werbung +++ Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte! https://linktr.ee/alles_auf_aktien Impressum: https://www.welt.de/services/article7893735/Impressum.html Datenschutz: https://www.welt.de/services/article157550705/Datenschutzerklaerung-WELT-DIGITAL.html
- Smaller Chinese Automakers Form Battery JV - VW Makes Big Investment in China - Blink Tripling EV Charger Production - Ford Gets Big Fine for Evading Import Tariff - IIHS Says Partial AV Systems Aren't Good Enough - Volvo Partnership Could Reduce Charging Time by 30% - Nissan Turning to Incentives to Boost Sales - EVs Too Expensive So Mercedes Keeping A-Class Longer - Rivian Provides Base for New Canadian Mail Truck
- Smaller Chinese Automakers Form Battery JV - VW Makes Big Investment in China - Blink Tripling EV Charger Production - Ford Gets Big Fine for Evading Import Tariff - IIHS Says Partial AV Systems Aren't Good Enough - Volvo Partnership Could Reduce Charging Time by 30% - Nissan Turning to Incentives to Boost Sales - EVs Too Expensive So Mercedes Keeping A-Class Longer - Rivian Provides Base for New Canadian Mail Truck
En este episodio platicamos con el Gerente de Remarketing &valuaciones de Tip, Bitcar & Engen Capital, para conocer el estudio que realizó sobre las marcas chinas en México. Para BitCar, las marcas chinas representaron 16% de la colocación en 2023 y a nivel sectorial se vendieron 129 mil 329 unidades, es decir 9.4% del total comercializado. En el análisis realizado por la arrendadora, los primeros siete lugares los ocupan JAC, JMC, BAIC, MG Motor, Chirey, Omoda y BYD. Los ocho criterios del estudio incluyen: el potencial comercializador en China y México, la planeación de plantas manufactureras en nuestro país, el tamaño de su portafolio, los tipos demotor de los vehículos, la garantía que proponen y el tamaño de su red de distribuidores. Importante que escuches acerca de este estudio y evalues sobre tu próxima compra porque estarán llegando más marcas Chinas al mercado mexicano.
This audio is brought to you by Endress and Hauser, a leading supplier of products, solutions and services for industrial process measurement and automation. Naamsa | The Automotive Business Council has welcomed the announcementby Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana in his Budget Speech on Wednesday that government will offer financial support for the local automotive industry to expand from the production of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to a manufacturing line-up that includes electric vehicles (EVs). However, while "that number is a good start, it will not be enough", cautions Naamsa CEO Mikel Mabasa. "A notable component of the Minister's announcement is the introduction of an investment allowance for new EV investments, set to commence in March 2026," he explains. "This allowance enables businesses and investors involved in EV production to claim 150% of their qualifying investment spending in the first year. "This financial incentive is a crucial step in attracting investments, fostering innovation, and driving the growth of the EV sector within South Africa." The investment allowance for EVs is a complementary initiative to government's existing Automotive Production Development Programme (APDP.) Mabasa notes, however, that the allocated R964-million for this new initiative should be viewed in the context of the average annual investment by all seven of the country's original equipment manufacturers (OEMs, or vehicle manufacturers), which currently totals about R5-billion. "It is also important to note that the investment support is coming only in 2026. In 2026 you won't have seven OEMs in South Africa as you do now. You'll have nine - BAIC and Stellantis will also be here. We don't think government is taking this into account. "It is a good start, make no mistake, but we'll continue to engage government to get an additional allocation," says Mabasa. Yesterday's Budget announcement also made no mention of incentives for consumers to buy the more pricey EVs - another matter high on the local automotive industry's wish list. "Government has indicated that this will form part of Phase 2, with Phase 1 the incentivisation of EV production," Mabasa tells Engineering News Online. "By Phase 2 the economy has hopefully turned, enabling us to stimulate demand for EVs." Local Content Focus Naamsa notes that the composition of the APDP post the EV investment-phase remains critical in ensuring the transitioning from traditional ICE vehicles to a dual platform that includes EVs by 2035. The current APDP rewards the use of locally made parts, among other factors. Of specific concern is EV battery production, which is largely situated in Japan, South Korea and China. The battery is the most expensive part of an EV. "The industry will continue to engage with government to carefully manage some of the challenges associated with the implementation of the APDP, especially concerning vehicles with limited local content," says Mabasa. "We hope to compare notes around the adoption of an APDP rate specifically designed to cover instances of low local content." Massive Losses Owing to Loadshedding Mabasa adds that Naamsa recognises the Budget's attention to challenges in the electricity sector, with a specific focus on reducing loadshedding and improving energy security. "The impractical levels of loadshedding experienced in 2023 had significant repercussions for the automotive industry, resulting in substantial financial losses and deferred investment funding," he warns. "With losses reaching R200-million per OEM for the last six months of 2023, the industry is eager to see improvements which will enhance operational stability and drive future investments."
This audio is brought to you by Endress and Hauser, a leading supplier of products, solutions and services for industrial process measurement and automation. Naamsa | The Automotive Business Council has welcomed the announcementby Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana in his Budget Speech on Wednesday that government will offer financial support for the local automotive industry to expand from the production of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to a manufacturing line-up that includes electric vehicles (EVs). However, while "that number is a good start, it will not be enough", cautions Naamsa CEO Mikel Mabasa. "A notable component of the Minister's announcement is the introduction of an investment allowance for new EV investments, set to commence in March 2026," he explains. "This allowance enables businesses and investors involved in EV production to claim 150% of their qualifying investment spending in the first year. "This financial incentive is a crucial step in attracting investments, fostering innovation, and driving the growth of the EV sector within South Africa." The investment allowance for EVs is a complementary initiative to government's existing Automotive Production Development Programme (APDP.) Mabasa notes, however, that the allocated R964-million for this new initiative should be viewed in the context of the average annual investment by all seven of the country's original equipment manufacturers (OEMs, or vehicle manufacturers), which currently totals about R5-billion. "It is also important to note that the investment support is coming only in 2026. In 2026 you won't have seven OEMs in South Africa as you do now. You'll have nine - BAIC and Stellantis will also be here. We don't think government is taking this into account. "It is a good start, make no mistake, but we'll continue to engage government to get an additional allocation," says Mabasa. Yesterday's Budget announcement also made no mention of incentives for consumers to buy the more pricey EVs - another matter high on the local automotive industry's wish list. "Government has indicated that this will form part of Phase 2, with Phase 1 the incentivisation of EV production," Mabasa tells Engineering News Online. "By Phase 2 the economy has hopefully turned, enabling us to stimulate demand for EVs." Local Content Focus Naamsa notes that the composition of the APDP post the EV investment-phase remains critical in ensuring the transitioning from traditional ICE vehicles to a dual platform that includes EVs by 2035. The current APDP rewards the use of locally made parts, among other factors. Of specific concern is EV battery production, which is largely situated in Japan, South Korea and China. The battery is the most expensive part of an EV. "The industry will continue to engage with government to carefully manage some of the challenges associated with the implementation of the APDP, especially concerning vehicles with limited local content," says Mabasa. "We hope to compare notes around the adoption of an APDP rate specifically designed to cover instances of low local content." Massive Losses Owing to Loadshedding Mabasa adds that Naamsa recognises the Budget's attention to challenges in the electricity sector, with a specific focus on reducing loadshedding and improving energy security. "The impractical levels of loadshedding experienced in 2023 had significant repercussions for the automotive industry, resulting in substantial financial losses and deferred investment funding," he warns. "With losses reaching R200-million per OEM for the last six months of 2023, the industry is eager to see improvements which will enhance operational stability and drive future investments."
Arcfox, la marca premium de coches eléctricos de BAIC ha elegido Ferrol para establecer su centro logístico para la exportación de coches a Europa. La Autoridad Portuaria de Ferrol-San Cibrao participará en el proyecto mediante su apoyo para la obtención de licencias y los servicios de logística e infraestructuras. Con este acuerdo, Arcfox -cuya matriz BAIC ya trabaja para marcas relevantes como Mercedes y Hyundai- impulsa su penetración en Europa, un mercado con un elevado potencial ante los planes europeos para descarbonizar la economía y en el que ya está presente y aspira a aumentar su cuota de mercado a través de su llegada a países como Austria y República Checa, además de en la Península Ibérica. En Visión Global hemos hablado con el Presidente de la Autoridad Portuaria de Ferrol-San Cibrao, Francisco Barea que nos ha contado todos los detalles del acuerdo y el punto de vista del puerto de la localidad gallega. El acuerdo prevé la recepción, inicialmente, de 3.000 vehículos al año, en 1.000 contenedores de 45 pies -los más grandes del mercado-, que se comercializarán en varios países europeos. Y la primera remesa de coches, procedentes de Zhenjiang, en el nordeste del país asiático, se entregará en abril para su comercialización en España y Portugal. El acuerdo ha sido firmado por Arcfox Automotive España -empresa constituida por la distribuidora y comercializadora de los modelos Arcfox en Europa, China EV Limited, y la gallega concesionaria de espacio en el puerto ferrolano, Atium Logistic Group-, y la Autoridad Portuaria de Ferrol-San Cibrao. La Autoridad Portuaria de Ferrol-San Cibrao participará en el proyecto mediante su apoyo para la obtención de licencias y los servicios de logística e infraestructuras. Con este acuerdo, Arcfox -cuya matriz BAIC ya trabaja para marcas relevantes como Mercedes y Hyundai- impulsa su penetración en Europa, un mercado con un elevado potencial ante los planes europeos para descarbonizar la economía y en el que ya está presente y aspira a aumentar su cuota de mercado a través de su llegada a países como Austria y República Checa, además de en la Península Ibérica. La inversión inicial en la adecuación de la zona portuaria para la distribución de vehículos y almacenamiento de piezas, baterías y repuestos, superará los cinco millones de euros, importe que podría duplicarse con el desarrollo del hub logístico. Este centro permitirá mantener a cubierto los vehículos eléctricos en una superficie de 9.000 metros cuadrados en el puerto de Ferrol, lo que representa una ventaja competitiva frente a otros puertos europeos. Asimismo, cuenta con posibilidades de aumentar dicho espacio. Esta iniciativa tendrá un efecto dinamizador en el empleo, con la generación inicial de entre 50 y 60 puestos de trabajo.
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Drums like a heartbeat, voices rising in unison, dancers adorned with beads, feathers and bone. The Baltimore American Indian Center's 47th annual Pow Wow is this weekend. We get a preview from Christine Duckworth-Oxendine (Lumbee) and Louis Campbell (Blackfoot and Lumbee) both Northern Traditional dancers and educators at BAIC. Links: Baltimore American Indian Center 47th Annual Pow Wow Sat. Nov. 18, Baltimore American Indian Center, Holiday Sponsorship for Native Youth, Native American Lifelines Community Feast Potluck, Nov. 25.Do you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472
On this week's show, Ike and Steve are joined by Jenna to talk about Chineses Defender knockoff the BAIC Jishi 01, the our friends and Twisted Automotive and Twisted the Suzuki Jimny and then we get the download from Ike and Jennas trip to the All British Field Meet in Portland Oregon. Fake trucks, twisted trucks and really old truck, this weeks show has it all. BAIC's Jishi 01 Is A Yet Another Land Rover Defender-Inspired SUV From China https://www.carscoops.com/2023/08/baics-new-stone-01-looks-like-a-defender-and-range-rover-mashup/ SUZUKI JIMNY BY TWISTED https://www.twistedautomotive.com/current-stock/view/suzuki-jimny-by-twisted-silky-silver-metallic/
The “Great Reset” being pushed by the World Economic Forum is a tyrannical plan being advanced by the ultra-wealthy, according to Michael Walsh, and the COVID-19 pandemic is being regarded as an opportunity to implement it. The freedom of the world is at stake, and already agendas tied to it have undermined basic rights of people around the world, says Walsh, author, filmmaker, and editor of “Against the Great Reset: Eighteen Theses Contra the New World Order.” We speak with Michael Walsh about the level of influence at the World Economic Forum, what their policies are, and why he and others are taking a stance against the “Great Reset.” ⭕️ Stay up-to-date with Josh with the Crossroads NEWSLETTER
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded Monday through Thursday and again on Saturday. Subscribe to our podcast in Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as soon as they're available. Stories we discuss in this episode (with links): Media goes nuts over Elon Musk calling for more oil and gas, but here's the full quote Tesla unveils new virtual power plant in Japan Honda and LG investing $4.4B to build batteries in the US The number of EVs with 300+ miles of range tripled in the US in 2022 – but do we even need it? France is subsidizing EV leases so its residents only have to pay 100 euros a month Smartphone giant Xiaomi might co-brand EVs with BAIC to fulfill its 2024 delivery promise https://youtu.be/dijTOOaoLcA var postYoutubePlayer;function onYouTubeIframeAPIReady() { postYoutubePlayer = new YT.Player( "post-youtube-video" ); } Subscribe to the Electrek Daily Channel on Youtube so you never miss a day of news Follow Mikey: Twitter @Mikey_Electric Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify TuneIn Share your thoughts! Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us in Apple Podcasts or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!
Tu and Lei start this pod with a discussion on CAAM numbers and outlook for BYD & Chery. They then take a look ahead to 2022 and how the OEMs will deal with the current battery constraints and how they may bleed into 2022. Tu & Lei then give a bit of background on Niutron and its CEO, founder of NIU, and his colorful past which then pushes them into a broader discussion about the technology companies who've announced plans to enter the EV space.Finally, Tu & Lei discuss the 9.98% stake that BAIC has in Daimler, how it got to that point and the significance of two Chinese OEMs owning almost 1/5 of one of Germany's most important companies. They close out the pod with a discussion on NIO Day 'Hello World' and speculate what you may see as part of NIO Day.