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BMW Group announces local production of NEUE KLASSE in China from 2026, new gen 6 battery plant

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Following the market launch in 2025, models of the next vehicle generation will also be produced from 2026 onwards by BBA in Shenyang. —Milan Nedeljković The BMW Group has had a presence in the Chinese market since 1994 and founded the BMW Brilliance Automotive joint venture in May 2003.

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Mercedes introducing EQB compact electric SUV in Shanghai

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The market launch in China is scheduled for this year. After Europe, the international version of the EQB, produced in Kecskemét, Hungary, will be launched at the end of the year, followed by the US market launch in 2022. A particularly long-range version is also planned. A particularly long-range version is also planned.

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BYD wants to bring a Land Rover-style SUV that can ‘float on water’ to Europe

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Chinese EV behemoth BYD may bring two off-road electric SUVs sold in China to Europe that could rival the Land Rover Defender, the Mercedes G-Class, and Ford Bronco. The Bao 5 is a plug-in hybrid that starts at around $43,500 in China, putting it in the same range as the Bronco and Defender, the report said.

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BYD says EVs have entered the ‘knockout round’ with next-gen tech rolling out

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During an investor meeting on Wednesday, BYD’s CEO, Wang Chaunfu, said it will launch its next-gen hybrid tech offering over 1,200 miles (2,000 km) range. Its next-gen DM-i system will enable an even more range at a lower cost. The 30% offers room for Chinese brands to grow.

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SK On may start mass producing LFP batteries for automakers in 2026 – executive – ET Auto

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South Korea’s SK On plans to start mass producing lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries as early as 2026 to supply several automakers as it pushes to deliver a lower cost battery chemistry favoured by its Chinese rivals, a senior executive said. We have to compete with the Chinese LFPs. market at all.

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BYD to kick off EV production at new Thailand plant in Q3 as overseas expansion accelerates

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Leading EV maker BYD is quickly expanding overseas after dominating its home market. BYD set to begin EV production in Thailand in Q3 After showcasing its full range of brands at the Bangkok Auto Show this week, BYD said it will kick off EV production in the country in Q3.

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Mercedes brings five new EVs to IAA Mobility

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According to WLTP, ranges of around 600 kilometers (373 miles) are planned for the Mercedes EQS SUV architecture. It will be the first purely electrically powered production vehicle from the Kecskemét plant in Hungary. The range initially includes the EQB 300 4MATIC (combined electrical consumption NEDC: 16.2 to WLTP: 19.3-15.7

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