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Chinese Automaker XPENG Launches Mass-Produced Robotaxis
VideosMay 22

Chinese Automaker XPENG Launches Mass-Produced Robotaxis

XPENG just became the first car manufacturer in China to mass-produce robotaxis using entirely in-house technology. The electric vehicle maker plans to start pilot operations this year and go fully driverless by 2027.

CleanTechnica2 min read
China's XPeng Produces First Mass-Market Robotaxi
VideosMay 18

China's XPeng Produces First Mass-Market Robotaxi

A Chinese automaker just rolled out the world's first mass-produced robotaxi built entirely in-house, marking a major milestone in the race toward self-driving transportation. XPeng's new vehicle runs on pure camera vision without expensive sensors, potentially making autonomous rides more affordable for everyone.

Electrek3 min read
Volkswagen and XPENG Launch Electric SUV in 24 Months
InnovationMar 14

Volkswagen and XPENG Launch Electric SUV in 24 Months

Volkswagen just rolled out its first electric SUV built entirely in China, proving that international partnerships can accelerate clean transportation. The ID.UNYX 08 went from concept to production in just two years.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Indonesia Gets First 480 kW EV Charging Station
VideosFeb 5

Indonesia Gets First 480 kW EV Charging Station

Indonesia just installed its first ultra-fast 480 kW charging station, capable of powering an electric vehicle to 80% in just 12 minutes. The breakthrough infrastructure signals the country's rapid electric vehicle revolution, where EV sales jumped 128% last year.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Flying Cars Launch in China This Year for Under $300K
InnovationFeb 13

Flying Cars Launch in China This Year for Under $300K

A major tech company will begin selling flying cars to consumers in China by late 2026, with the first models priced under $300,000. The same AI technology powering these vehicles is also being used to create humanoid robots for factories and offices.

Euronews3 min read
Chinese EV Van Deploys Personal Flying Drone for 7,000 Buyers
InnovationFeb 23

Chinese EV Van Deploys Personal Flying Drone for 7,000 Buyers

A Chinese automaker is taking pre-orders for a van that carries a personal flying drone in its cargo area. The six-wheeled electric vehicle can deploy a one-person aircraft to skip traffic jams entirely.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Chinese EV Maker Builds 5,000km Charging Network in Southeast Asia
VideosFeb 12

Chinese EV Maker Builds 5,000km Charging Network in Southeast Asia

XPENG has transformed from a niche electric vehicle importer to a regional powerhouse by building an ultra-fast charging network that spans 5,000 kilometers across four Southeast Asian countries. The company's strategy of co-investing in infrastructure before selling cars is eliminating range anxiety and setting a new standard for EV adoption.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Chinese EV Makers Race to Mass-Produce Humanoid Robots
InnovationJun 9

Chinese EV Makers Race to Mass-Produce Humanoid Robots

China's electric vehicle giants are accelerating plans to manufacture humanoid robots for homes and workplaces, opening an exciting new chapter in AI innovation. BYD, Xpeng, and others aim to make household robots affordable within years.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
VW Launches $33,700 Electric SUV in China
InnovationApr 18

VW Launches $33,700 Electric SUV in China

Volkswagen just launched a high-tech electric SUV in China for under $34,000, featuring 20-minute charging and cutting-edge self-driving technology. The automaker plans to release a new electric vehicle every two weeks this year as part of its comeback strategy.

Electrek2 min read
Malaysia's Malacca Builds 30,000-Car EV Hub for Asia
VideosMay 29

Malaysia's Malacca Builds 30,000-Car EV Hub for Asia

A Malaysian state is quietly becoming Southeast Asia's newest electric vehicle manufacturing center, with Chinese automakers now assembling thousands of EVs for export across the region. The first locally built electric SUVs are already rolling off production lines.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Egypt Launches First EV Startup Accelerator
InnovationApr 26

Egypt Launches First EV Startup Accelerator

Egypt just wrapped its first accelerator program dedicated entirely to electric vehicle startups, with six companies completing four months of intensive training. Two winners earned a fully sponsored trip to China to connect with global EV leaders.

Google News - Egypt Innovation3 min read
BYD Plans 3,000 Ultra-Fast EV Chargers Across Europe
VideosMar 4

BYD Plans 3,000 Ultra-Fast EV Chargers Across Europe

Chinese automaker BYD is installing over 3,000 charging stations across Europe that can add 200 miles of range in just five minutes. The one-megawatt chargers represent the fastest EV charging technology available today.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Xiaomi Outsells Tesla Model 3 in China After Just 2 Years
SolutionsJan 26

Xiaomi Outsells Tesla Model 3 in China After Just 2 Years

A smartphone company just beat Tesla at its own game in the world's largest car market. Xiaomi's first electric vehicle outsold the legendary Model 3 by nearly 60,000 units in 2025, just two years after launch.

Electrek2 min read
Europe, Africa, and South America Build Green Trade Network
VideosJan 28

Europe, Africa, and South America Build Green Trade Network

Countries across three continents are creating new clean energy trade routes that bypass US markets while lifting millions out of poverty. Chinese electric vehicle factories sprouting in Europe, Africa, and South America are forging connections that could reshape global trade.

CleanTechnica2 min read
Honor Robot Breaks Half-Marathon Record in 50 Minutes
InnovationApr 20

Honor Robot Breaks Half-Marathon Record in 50 Minutes

A Chinese robot just ran a half-marathon faster than any human ever has, clocking 50 minutes and 26 seconds in Beijing. The race also delivered plenty of laughs as robots tumbled, crashed, and needed "stretchers" along the way.

Google: marathon world record3 min read
Flying Cars and Trucks Now Run on Next-Gen Batteries
InnovationMar 31

Flying Cars and Trucks Now Run on Next-Gen Batteries

Semi-solid-state batteries are powering everything from affordable electric cars to flying vehicles, marking a major leap in clean transportation. This breakthrough technology charges faster, lasts longer in cold weather, and weighs significantly less than traditional batteries.

Electrek2 min read
Thailand's Electric Vehicle Sales Hit Historic Tipping Point
VideosMay 5

Thailand's Electric Vehicle Sales Hit Historic Tipping Point

At Bangkok's 2026 Auto Show, Chinese electric car brands claimed eight of the top ten sales spots, signaling a dramatic shift in one of Asia's automotive heartlands. Even pickup-obsessed Thailand is going electric faster than anyone predicted.

CleanTechnica3 min read