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Tang Jing, manager of Li Auto’s flagship product line, asserts that the Chinese automaker stays competitive by prioritizing user value.

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Is Li Auto’s commitment to maximizing user value its moat?

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The automaker aims to tap cost-cutting expertise without triggering new tariffs.

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General manager Gu Huinan said GAC Aion intends to add 2,000 new positions in the second half of 2024.

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NIO (Chinese: 蔚来; pinyin: Wèilái) is a Chinese automobile manufacturer headquartered in Shanghai, specializing in designing and developing electric autonomous vehicles. The company is also involved in the FIA Formula E Championship, the first single-seater, all-electric racing series.

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Nio's Q1 2024 losses impacted its cash flow, but left plenty in the tank to fuel bold plans involving new EV models across its main and sub-brands.

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The automaker is partnering with Momenta and Nvidia to implement the new CLA model’s planned intelligent driving features.

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The latest generation of BYD’s DM hybrid system slashes fuel consumption while extending EV driving range.

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Tesla and Elon Musk’s oversight of China’s EV market poses significant risks.

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Xiaomi unveils ambitious automotive plans in its Q1 2024 financial report.

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Cost-effectiveness, return on investment, and the desire to experience new things are key factors driving this shift.

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Who knew the underperformance of a single model could spark such a profound change in the automaker's strategy?

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