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🚗 China Scraps Tax Exemption for PHEVs and Commercial EVs Starting 2027
From January 2027, China will impose annual vehicle tax on plug-in hybrids, electric commercial vehicles, and fuel cell commercial vehicles, while battery electric passenger cars remain exempt.
🔋 BYD Crushes Tesla Again in Q2 2026 with 557,000 EV Deliveries
BYD delivered 557,090 fully electric vehicles in Q2 2026, beating Tesla by approximately 160,000 units (Tesla expected to report ~396,500 deliveries).
Cybertruck Charging System Failures: Tesla Avoids Formal Recall
A growing number of Cybertruck owners are losing home charging capability due to Power Conversion System (PCS) failures. Tesla is quietly replacing the units without issuing a recall, while owners wait weeks for repairs and out-of-warranty fixes cost up to $7,200.
Tesla Semi Involved in First Fatal Crash, Killing Two in Nevada
A Tesla Semi electric truck was involved in its first known fatal crash, killing two people on U.S. Highway 50 in Nevada on Sunday morning. The driver reportedly fell asleep before rear-ending two passenger vehicles stopped at a red light.
Tesla Begins Engineering Tests of First Production Cybercab in Austin
Tesla has announced the start of engineering tests for its first production Cybercab on public roads in Austin, Texas. The two-seater vehicle weighs 3,113 lbs and features a 219 HP motor and 48 kWh battery. However, current tests include a safety monitor in the passenger seat, marking an early stage in the vehicle's validation process.
Xiaomi EV Delivers Over 30,000 Units in June
Xiaomi EV, the electric vehicle division of Xiaomi, announced June deliveries exceeding 30,000 units, marking the third consecutive month above this threshold. The company is pursuing its full-year 2026 target of 550,000 units and preparing to enter the extended-range EV market.
Ford's $30,000 Electric Midsize Pickup Spotted in Testing Ahead of 2027 Launch
Ford's upcoming electric midsize pickup, the first vehicle on the new UEV platform, has been spotted testing in Arizona. Pricing starts around $30,000, with the vehicle set to launch in 2027 from Ford's Louisville Assembly plant.
Toyota Blames Soaring Gas Prices as Global Sales Fall, EV Sales Surge 170%
Toyota, the world's leading automaker, reported a 7.2% decline in global sales in May 2026 to 834,279 units, driven largely by weakness in China and rising fuel prices. Conversely, electric vehicle sales jumped 170% during the same month.
Nio Opens Pre-Orders for Five-Seat ES8, Official Launch Set for July 9
Nio has opened pre-orders for the five-seat version of its flagship ES8 electric SUV, with an official launch scheduled for July 9. The new variant combines the model's spacious design with greater flexibility, targeting the premium large SUV market.
BYD to Launch Xuanji A3 Smart Driving Chip on Denza Vehicles in 2027
BYD plans to equip a new Denza-brand production model with its in-house Xuanji A3 smart driving chip in 2027, which is China's first 4nm autonomous driving chip. This milestone demonstrates BYD's vertical integration strategy in the smart driving sector.