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SAIC MG's First European Plant to Be Built in Spain
SAIC Motor will build its first full-scale European EV manufacturing facility in Ferrol, Spain, investing €2 billion to produce 120,000 MG-branded electric vehicles annually by 2028. The move strengthens its 'In Europe, for Europe' strategy amid rising EU tariffs on Chinese EVs.
Magna's Wu Zhen: The Automotive Industry Is Undergoing a Systemic Reset
At the 2026 High-Level Forum on Intelligent Electric Vehicle Development, Magna China President Wu Zhen outlined how the auto industry is experiencing a deep structural transformation fueled by cost pressures, localization demands, trade tensions, and AI disruption. Success now hinges on clear strategic judgment and consistent execution.
China Association of Automobile Manufacturers Opposes EU's Industrial Accelerator Act
The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) strongly opposes the EU’s proposed Industrial Accelerator Act, calling its EV-related restrictions discriminatory and harmful to fair trade and Sino-European industrial cooperation.
China-ASEAN Jointly Establishes AI Industry Innovation Center
The China-ASEAN Artificial Intelligence Industry Innovation Center was inaugurated in Beijing on May 24, 2026, marking a major step in regional digital collaboration under the China-ASEAN Digital Cooperation Plan 2026. The center will focus on AI industrialization, governance standards, trade facilitation, and cross-border ecosystem development.
Tesla's Supervised FSD Launches in China
Tesla has added China to its list of supported regions for Supervised Full Self-Driving (FSD), currently limited to internal employee testing in major cities. A full public rollout is expected in Q3 2026 pending regulatory approval, positioning Tesla to compete directly with domestic intelligent driving systems like Huawei ADS and XPeng XNGP.
Dongfeng Leverages Stellantis Plant to Enter Europe
Dongfeng Motor will manufacture its Voyah electric vehicles at Stellantis’ Rennes plant in France, becoming the first Chinese automaker to achieve large-scale EV production in the country. This strategic move leverages idle European capacity and a new joint venture to bypass EU tariffs on Chinese EVs.
Subaru's Operating Profit Plummets 90% in FY2025 Amid EV Development Struggles
Subaru’s operating profit crashed 90% year-over-year in FY2025, driven by slower-than-expected EV platform development, a $57.8B impairment loss, U.S. tariff pressures, and new export controls from China.
New Drivers in Manufacturing Accelerate Leadership in April
In April, China’s equipment, high-tech, and digital manufacturing sectors posted strong growth, with new drivers accounting for over 70% of industrial expansion. EV-related industries like automotive and robotics saw double-digit gains, while equipment manufacturing dominated nearly 75% of export value.
BYD Confirms Talks to Acquire European Auto Plants
BYD is negotiating with Stellantis and other European automakers to take over idle factories in Italy, France, and Spain, prioritizing 100% wholly owned operations to produce entry-level EVs using its e-Platform 3.0. The move supports its strategy to localize production across Europe and counter rising tariffs and competition.
Dongfeng Peugeot-Citroën Secures $1.1 Billion Investment to Localize Jeep Production
Dongfeng Peugeot-Citroën Automobile (DPCA) has secured RMB 8 billion ($1.1B) from six investors, including Dongfeng and Stellantis, to produce four new energy vehicle models under the Peugeot and Jeep brands in Wuhan for global markets starting in 2027. This marks Jeep’s third attempt at localization in China and a strategic shift toward reverse exports led by Dongfeng.
BYD in Talks to Acquire Idle European Factories
BYD is negotiating with European automakers like Stellantis to acquire underutilized manufacturing facilities, aiming to independently operate plants such as Cassino in Italy. This move supports its aggressive European EV expansion strategy amid intensifying market pressures and signals a new phase of China-Europe automotive collaboration.
First Batch of Chinese EVs Arrives in Canada
The first shipments of Chinese-made electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles—including Chery’s Jaecoo J5 and Geely’s Lotus Eletre—have arrived in Canada, taking advantage of a new tariff window that lowers duties to 6.1%. Chery plans 1,000 more units soon and 10 dealerships by June, while Lotus expands its retail footprint nationwide.