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Chinese Cars Cost Way Less To Build Than European Ones. Here’s Why

Consulting firm AlixPartners found that, structurally, Chinese EV Manufacturers are on a totally different planet.

Oct 21 -

Chinese EVs Are Praised For Value, But This $150,000 Minivan Has A Serious Braking Problem

Independent testing revealed that the Maextro V800’s brake pedal bracket won’t survive a 62-mph emergency braking situation.

Oct 11 -

BYD’s $10,000 EV Is Getting A Huge Upgrade, With 5-Minute Charging

The second-generation BYD Seagull, also known as the Dolphin Surf, flips the script in the specs department.

Sep 28 -

President Trump Says He's Open To Chinese EVs. But Only If They're Made Here

During a segment on Fox News, Trump said he'd be okay with them if they were made domestically. But current laws make that tough.

Sep 14 -

China Has Already Exported More Cars Than Last Year

Growing global sales of EV and PHEV models have pushed China's export numbers to their highs, despite shrinking sales at home.

Sep 11 -

This Electric Camper SUV Has Heated Floors, A Loft, And Built-In Storage. See The SkyNomad N90 Max Studio.

The SkyNomad N90 Studio is meant to be the ultimate camping crossover, or even a live-work space for professionals.

Sep 9 -

Does Ultra-Fast Charging Ruin An EV Battery? BYD Did It 350 Times In 9 Days To Find Out

The Yangwang U7 charges from 10-97% in just 9 minutes. Here's how that affects battery health.

Aug 27 -

Chevy Is Giving Up On The Chinese Market

In 2014 it sold 700,000 units per year in the country. By 2025, that number had dropped to just 9,000.

Aug 11 -

After Driving Over 25 Chinese Cars, These Are The 6 I Would Buy

These six cars represent what I think are the best of what China has to offer. I wouldn’t mind seeing them in my driveway every day.

Aug 9 -

Ford's Bronco EV Is Better Than It Has Any Right To Be. Why Isn’t It Sold In The U.S.?

For just $32,000, China’s electric Bronco has plenty to offer, including over 400 miles of range.

Aug 8 -

BYD Claims Its New EV Can Go 683 Miles On A Charge—And Add Hundreds More In 5 Minutes

The Denza Z9S is billed as the world’s longest-range EV. The Lucid Air would like to have a word.

Aug 4 -

China's BMW iX5 Has More Of Everything, Including A Huge TV In The Back

The Chinese-spec iX5, as well as its gas-burning sibling, is officially BMW’s longest-wheelbase SUV.

Jul 27 -

The Cadillac Optiq Is Getting A China-Developed EV Platform (Update)

This version won't be available in the U.S., but it shows how global car companies are increasingly leaning on Chinese tech.

Jul 9 -

Ford’s Chinese EREV Bronco Would Do Great In America. But Don’t Hold Your Breath

This rugged plug-in SUV would be great for Americans. But it's made for China and likely won't ever come here.

Jun 6 -

China's Best-Selling Car Just Got Better And Cheaper

The updated Geely Xingyuan (EX2) has new assisted driving features, more range, and starts at just above $9,000.

May 30 -

Tesla Says FSD Is Finally Live In China, But Leaves Drivers Guessing On Rollout

After years of delays, Tesla confirmed that its driving assistance system is now available in China. Nobody can find it, though.

May 21 -

3 Big Takeaways From The Beijing Auto Show

The Beijing Auto Show had more than 180 debuts this year, making it the largest and most important auto show in the world.

May 9 -

Xiaomi Has Conquered China. It’s About To Put the Screws To Europe

Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has opened an automotive R&D facility and hired some big names, with the goal of taking Europe by storm.

May 4 -

China's Plug-In Hybrid SUVs Can Now Double As Boats, Apparently

Chery’s top-spec Jetour G700 SUV even comes with propellers for crossing rivers.

May 4 -

China's EV Companies Aren't Just Making Great Cars. They're Making Money

While American and European rivals bleed cash transitioning to EVs, a new crop of Chinese EV startups are in the black.

Mar 28 -

The Xiaomi SU7 Was Already Dominating The Market. Reviewers Say The Updated Version Is Even Better

Tech giant Xiaomi already reset the game when it introduced the Taycan-like SU7 in 2024. But it's not resting on its laurels.

Mar 24 -

The Xiaomi YU7 GT Aims At Porsche With 990 Horsepower And 438 Miles Of Range

China's MIIT has exposed the GT version of the YU7 crossover, which beats the Porsche Macan Turbo in output.

Mar 19 -

BYD's New Flagship EV SUV Blows The Competition Out Of The Water

The BYD Great Tang gets a 1,000-volt architecture, 1,500-kilowatt charging, and nearly 600 miles of range.

Mar 6 -

A Buick Plug-In Hybrid Minivan Just Set A New Range Record

To make matters even more interesting, the record run was done at a constant speed of 74.5 mph.

Mar 5 -