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China's Automotive Market Faces Worst Year Since 2021 with 20% Sales Decline

China's Automotive Market Faces Worst Year Since 2021 with 20% Sales Decline

China's Automotive Market Faces Worst Year Since 2021 with 20% Sales Decline
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Chinese Automakers Expand in UK Amid Growing Acceptance

Chinese Automakers Expand in UK Amid Growing Acceptance

Chinese automakers are making significant inroads into the UK market, with sales of Chinese-made vehicles surging. Brands like BYD and Geely are offering models that are priced competitively compared to legacy automakers, attracting British consumers with their value and advanced features. The UK does not impose additional tariffs on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, unlike the European Union, providing an advantage for Chinese manufacturers. This expansion is part of a broader trend of increasing Chinese auto exports, as domestic demand in China cools. Analysts note that these vehicles offer enticing fits, finishes, and technology, appealing to cost-conscious buyers.
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BYD's Brazil Plant Achieves Milestone with 100,000th NEV Production

BYD's Brazil Plant Achieves Milestone with 100,000th NEV Production

BYD's plant in Camacari, Brazil, has produced its 100,000th new energy vehicle (NEV), marking a significant milestone in the company's efforts to localize production in South America. The plant, which began operations in July 2025, has a planned annual capacity of 150,000 vehicles. The milestone vehicle, a BYD Seagull, highlights the company's commitment to expanding its presence in Brazil. The plant's workforce has grown to over 5,500 employees, and BYD aims to become Brazil's top auto brand by 2030. The company is also working to increase the localization rate of its vehicles to 50% by 2027.
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Congo Initiates First Lithium Exports to China, Highlighting Global Resource Dynamics

Congo Initiates First Lithium Exports to China, Highlighting Global Resource Dynamics

The Democratic Republic of Congo has commenced its first-ever lithium exports to China, marking a significant milestone in the global lithium market. The exports are part of the Manono project, a joint venture primarily owned by China's Zijin Mining Group. The shipments began in June 2026, following the completion of the project's processing plant in May 2026. This development positions Chinese mining firms as dominant players in the Congolese mining sector, where they already have substantial operations. The Manono project is recognized as one of the world's largest undeveloped hard-rock lithium resources, and its development has been contentious due to previous license revocations.
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Congo Initiates First Lithium Exports to China Amid Resource Nationalism

Congo Initiates First Lithium Exports to China Amid Resource Nationalism

The Democratic Republic of Congo has commenced its first-ever lithium exports to China, marking a significant development in the global lithium market. The shipments began in June 2026, following the early completion of a processing plant. The Manono project, which is a joint venture involving Chinese company Zijin and the Congolese government, is one of the largest undeveloped hard-rock lithium resources globally. This move strengthens China's position in the Congolese mining sector, where it already has substantial operations. However, the project has been contentious due to the revocation of an Australian company's license, leading to legal disputes. The U.S.-backed KoBold Metals has delayed its operations in the area until these disputes are resolved.
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Chinese car sales in Mexico surge despite new tariffs

Chinese car sales in Mexico surge despite new tariffs

By Emily Green MEXICO CITY, July 20 (Reuters) - Mexican sales of Chinese-brand vehicles jumped nearly 30% in the first six months of the year despite steep tariffs imposed in January that were intended to slow the rise of Asian imports, according to a sales report obtained by Reuters.
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Toyota Executive Urges Japanese Automakers to Collaborate Amid Chinese Competition

Toyota Executive Urges Japanese Automakers to Collaborate Amid Chinese Competition

Toyota Executive Urges Japanese Automakers to Collaborate Amid Chinese Competition
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BYD's Brazil Plant Achieves Milestone with 100,000th NEV Production, Expands Workforce

BYD's Brazil Plant Achieves Milestone with 100,000th NEV Production, Expands Workforce

BYD's Brazil Plant Achieves Milestone with 100,000th NEV Production, Expands Workforce
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ChangXin Technology Closes IPO Subscription, Expects Record Profits Amid Talent Shortage

ChangXin Technology Closes IPO Subscription, Expects Record Profits Amid Talent Shortage

ChangXin Technology Closes IPO Subscription, Expects Record Profits Amid Talent Shortage
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Thermistor Elements Market Forecasted to Grow Due to EV and IoT Expansion

Thermistor Elements Market Forecasted to Grow Due to EV and IoT Expansion

Thermistor Elements Market Forecasted to Grow Due to EV and IoT Expansion
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Thermistor Elements Market Forecast Points Higher Toward 2035 Driven by Smart Battery and EV Infrastructure Growth

Thermistor Elements Market Forecast Points Higher Toward 2035 Driven by Smart Battery and EV Infrastructure Growth

Thermistor Elements Market Forecast Points Higher Toward 2035 Driven by Smart Battery and EV Infrastructure Growth
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California takes $3,500 step to make EVs more affordable

California takes $3,500 step to make EVs more affordable

For more than a decade, the U.S. government recognized that government subsidies were essential to get consumers interested in purchasing electric vehicles, at least during the early stages when EVs cost significantly more than gas-powered vehicles. The strategy undoubtedly helped increase EV ...