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Chinese EV Automakers Trying to Cultivate Brand Loyalty Like Apple

According to the South China Morning Post, NIO and Xpeng Motors are building online communities for users to earn credit towards specific branded products, with the former company now having sold over 3 million products through its app. In addition, Tesla has already cultivated a loyal following of the company and CEO Elon Musk, which […]

China’s NIO, Xpeng, Li Auto See Growth Slowed by Chip Shortage

A global semiconductor chip shortage affected NIO, along with a slew of other China-based electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers and others around the world. According to Investors Daily, Chinese automakers NIO, Xpeng Motors, and Li Auto, all saw triple-digit sales growth in this year’s first quarter, despite production being slowed significantly due to an inability to […]

Xpeng Motors Launches P5 Sedan with Self-Driving Features

China-based automaker Xpeng Motors launched the P5 sedan on Wednesday, an electric vehicle (EV) sporting self-driving features, according to CNBC. The P5 is Xpeng’s third production model and is expected to be a direct competitor with Tesla’s Model 3 sedan. Xpeng’s P5 is equipped with LiDAR technology, a laser-based road sensing system that will allow […]

Nio and Xpeng Report Record-Breaking Q1 in China, But Tesla Still on Top

Electric vehicles (EVs) are increasing in popularity around the world, though they’re growing particularly popular and competitive in China, the world’s largest auto market. Chinese automakers NIO and Xpeng each saw record-breaking EV sales in the first quarter of the year, as deliveries increased five-fold compared to Q1 2020, according to South China Morning Post. […]

Chinese Military Prohibits the Use of Tesla Cars for Personnel, Report Says

Tesla’s performance in China, the world’s largest auto market, depicts a growing trend towards electric vehicles (EVs), though a new decision made by the Chinese government limits access for state and military personnel to use Tesla’s cars. China has cited national security concerns in a decision to prohibit military and state personnel from the use […]

Tesla Rivals Nio and Xpeng See Sales Surge 352% and 470% in January

China’s auto market is not only the largest in the world, but it’s also becoming the largest electric vehicle (EV) market specifically. With companies like Xpeng Motors and Nio seeing major sales increases, other startups like Li Auto are expecting their shot soon too. In January, Nio’s sales increased 352%, while Xpeng Motors saw an […]

Chinese Tesla Rival Xpeng Motors Files to Go Public on NYSE

As the market for electric cars continues to grow, Tesla isn’t the only one shooting for a zero emissions world. Xpeng Motors has announced a filing for an initial public offering (IPO) in the New York Stock Exchange, according to CNBC. The Chinese Electric Vehicle (EV) startup says it plans to sell 429,846,136 class B […]