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Property Management's Refusal to Install Charging Station Overruled by Court
A Beijing appellate court ruled that property managers cannot unreasonably deny homeowners’ requests to install personal EV charging stations in leased parking spaces, clarifying that such installations don’t require collective owner approval and affirming management’s duty to assist.
RMB 22 Billion in Government Bonds to Support Replacement of Aging Freight Trucks
China will allocate RMB 22 billion from ultra-long-term special government bonds to accelerate the replacement of aging commercial freight trucks, with new energy heavy-duty trucks receiving priority subsidies starting in 2026. Over 3,000 charging and battery-swap stations will be deployed nationwide to support this green transition.
Fangchengbao Bao 7 Sales Surpass 200,000 Units in Just 10 Months
The Fangchengbao Bao 7 has sold over 200,000 units since its September 2025 launch, becoming the fastest boxy SUV to reach this milestone. Strong demand persists despite early battery supply constraints, with premium features and ultra-fast charging driving its success in China’s competitive NEV market.
Zhang Yongwei: Going Global in Charging and Battery-Swapping Industry Emerges as a New Blue Ocean
Zhang Yongwei highlights the rise of EV charging and battery-swapping as an independent, profitable foundational industry amid China's projected 11 million vehicle exports by 2026. Coordinated global expansion of vehicles and energy infrastructure is now essential.
Proposed Increase in Type Approval Test Mileage for New Energy Vehicles to 30,000 Kilometers
China’s National Technical Committee on Automotive Standardization proposes raising NEV reliability test mileage to 30,000 km—ending a 21-year-old 50% reduction rule. The update mandates stricter fast-charging and driving mode requirements for BEVs, PHEVs, and FCVs to reflect real-world usage as market penetration exceeds 60%.
15th Five-Year Plan Drives Transformation in Automobile Consumption Management
China’s newly approved 15th Five-Year Plan for Expanding Consumption reorients automobile policy from purchase-based restrictions to usage-phase facilitation. The plan supports car-less households, expands NEV infrastructure, and promotes a broader automotive ecosystem including leasing, customization, and smart mobility.
XPeng MONA L03 Launches Starting at RMB 123,800
XPeng has launched its most affordable SUV, the MONA L03, starting at RMB 123,800. Available in nine variants—including all-electric and extended-range models—the compact SUV features premium design cues and supports XPeng’s aggressive European expansion and charging infrastructure goals.
Leapmotor B01 and B10 Launch with 800V Platform in the $10,000 Price Segment
Leapmotor has unveiled the B01 and B10 electric vehicles, both starting under RMB 100,000 and featuring a standard full-stack 800V high-voltage platform, 210 kW fast charging, and advanced smart cabin tech. The B01 targets commuters with 670 km range, while the family-oriented B10 offers versatile space and camping-friendly features.
Changan Qiyuan Q06 Unveiled, Launching in September
Changan has unveiled the Qiyuan Q06, a mid-to-large electric SUV launching in September. It features a standard roof-mounted LiDAR, 800V high-voltage platform, 6C ultra-fast charging, and the Tianshu intelligent driving system across all trims. The design follows Changan’s Fuguang Aesthetics with sporty cues and a tech-forward interior.
Hainan Sets 2030 Deadline to Ban Sales of Fossil Fuel Vehicles
Hainan will prohibit the sale of new fossil fuel vehicles starting in 2030, requiring all new private and public vehicles to be new energy models. The province already leads China with over 70% NEV adoption and targets a 45% NEV share of total vehicles by 2030.
New Energy Vehicle Fleet Surpasses 48.97 Million Units
As of June 2026, China’s new energy vehicle (NEV) fleet reached 48.97 million units—13.2% of all vehicles—with nearly half of newly registered cars being electric. BEVs dominate the NEV mix at over 68%, while megacities like Beijing and Chengdu face growing infrastructure demands.
FAW Yueyi 08 Launches Starting at RMB 99,900
FAW has launched the Yueyi 08, its first sub-RMB-100,000 family sedan featuring an 800V platform, up to 650 km CLTC range, LiDAR, and premium comfort tech across six trims.