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Ignored by investors and baffling to experts, the startup quietly built one of China’s bestselling smart gadgets: a guitar with no strings.

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Despite skepticism, Xiaomi defied odds to make its first car, the SU7, a success. CEO Lei Jun reveals the key to this achievement in his annual address.

Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun says passion is key to building a great car

Li Auto develops electric vehicles that combine smart cockpit systems, advanced safety features, and long-distance battery support.

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

Xiaomi Auto begins double-shift production in June, targets 120,000 EV deliveries

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Xiaomi is heavily investing in intelligent driving talent to compete with Tesla, Huawei, and Xpeng.

Xiaomi adds former TuSimple CTO to its ranks, deepens intelligent driving initiative

BYD, a Chinese EV maker, produces electric cars, buses, and batteries, accelerating adoption of sustainable transportation worldwide.

Nio, a Chinese electric car maker, specializes in high-performance EVs, battery-swapping solutions, and autonomous driving technologies.

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There's no standout leader in China's autonomous driving landscape yet, but Tesla's influence has ignited Level 3 ambitions.

The current state of self-driving across China in 2024

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The smartphone maker hopes to turn the 'Apple Car' idea into reality.

China's Xiaomi jumps into EV market battle with gusto

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Three years on, Lei Jun remains dedicated to leading Xiaomi's venture into car manufacturing, previously labeling it the "last major entrepreneurship project" of his life.

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The company is leaning toward positioning the SU7 as "a bit expensive," but the ongoing price war among automakers may prompt a reconsideration.

Xiaomi faces a pricing dilemma for the SU7, its inaugural EV model

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