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China EV Weekly: AI, Europe, and Smarter Mobility
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China EV Weekly: AI, Europe, and Smarter Mobility

This week in the Chinese EV market, GAC Aion’s N60 shocked better-equipped rivals by scoring 117.81/120 in a tough urban NOA test, while Changan and Huawei expanded their partnership into AI models, compute, and digital infrastructure. Meanwhile, SAIC moved closer to a €200 million MG plant in Spain, and XPeng’s fast-growing European EV business gained another boost through Porsche’s planned 2026-2027 emissions pooling deal.

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SAIC and Zeekr Signal China EV’s Next Smart Shift
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SAIC and Zeekr Signal China EV’s Next Smart Shift

SAIC’s latest executive reshuffle and Zeekr’s launch of the 9X five-seat luxury SUV highlight how China’s EV market is evolving beyond simple product launches. With Zeekr offering up to 1,030 kW, 380 km CLTC EV range, and 1,250 km combined range, while SAIC reorganizes talent to speed electrification, the next big battleground is clear: smart driving, software, and whether consumers will pay for advanced ADAS.

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SAIC Accelerates Europe Push With Spain EV Plant
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SAIC Accelerates Europe Push With Spain EV Plant

SAIC Motor plans to build its first EU factory in Spain’s Galicia region, investing about €200 million in a new MG-focused new-energy vehicle plant with eventual annual capacity of 120,000 units and roughly 1,000 direct jobs. The move highlights how Chinese EV makers are shifting from exports to deep localization in Europe, even as China expands rural NEV support and Tesla adjusts strategy in the US with certified pre-owned Cybertruck sales.

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SAIC Expands Lead With Smart EV and REEV Push
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SAIC Expands Lead With Smart EV and REEV Push

SAIC has opened 2026 as China’s volume leader, with 596,900 sales in January-February and overseas exports jumping 48.9% to 204,000 units. The bigger story is its smart EV and REEV push: new models like the MG 4X and ID. ERA 9X, plus partnerships with Momenta, Huawei, and Alibaba, show how Chinese EV makers are combining exports, software, and flexible electrified powertrains to compete globally.

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