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EV supply chain

China EV Battery Rebound Meets New E-Drive Push

China’s EV battery market rebounded to 56.5 GWh in March 2026, up 114.9% month on month, but flat year on year—signaling a shift from hypergrowth to a more mature, competitive phase. At the same time, Syensqo’s new Amodel PPA material for integrated electric drive busbars highlights how Chinese EV competition is moving beyond battery scale toward deeper engineering, safer high-voltage systems, and export-led growth.

Apr 14, 20269 min

solid-state batteryLightyear Engine

Chinese EV Ecosystem Booms: Solid-State Batteries, Waymo Surge

China's EV sector surges with Lightyear Engine's 10B yuan funding for mass-produced solid-state batteries like LY-70, GHSP's Shanghai expansion targeting 470M yuan output for BYD/Geely, and Waymo's $16B raise valuing it at $126B for global robotaxi growth. These moves highlight solid-state tech and autonomy fueling the industry's next phase. Expect faster adoption in Chinese EVs amid intensifying global competition.

Feb 3, 20264 min

GAC TrumpchiToward S9

GAC Trumpchi S9 Conquers China with Huawei ADS 4 Tech

GAC Trumpchi Toward S9 aced a 10,000+ km Chinese odyssey, clinching the 'All-Condition Assisted Driving Benchmark' with Huawei ADS 4, mastering ice, deserts, and cities. This highlights China's EV leap—from intelligent platforms to global supply chains—building on pioneers like Acad. Wu Feng. Expect accelerated exports and tech dominance ahead.

Dec 29, 20254 min

AdientChinese EVs

Adient's China Seat JV Signals Foreign Supplier Surge Amid EV Shift

Adient's 49% stake in China's Shutzman forms a key JV for advanced EV seats, exemplifying foreign Tier 1s' China rush amid global ICE revival (EY: 50% consumer shift). This fusion enhances Chinese EV interiors while navigating tariffs and policy wobbles. Deeper localization promises tech upgrades for BYD, NIO, and beyond.

Dec 9, 20253 min

EV supply chain

China EV Battery Rebound Meets New E-Drive Push

Chinese EV Ecosystem Booms: Solid-State Batteries, Waymo Surge

GAC Trumpchi S9 Conquers China with Huawei ADS 4 Tech

Adient's China Seat JV Signals Foreign Supplier Surge Amid EV Shift

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