1. February Auto Exports Increase by Double Digits
According to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM):
- February 2025 auto exports: 441,000 units (-6.2% MoM, +16.9% YoY)
- January-February 2025 total exports: 911,000 units (+10.9% YoY)
2. CAAM Calls for an End to Weekly Sales Rankings
CAAM has issued a proposal titled “Proposal for Standardizing Enterprise Data Releases”, urging automakers to stop publishing weekly sales rankings.
3. Xiaomi May Expand Its Second EV Factory
Xiaomi Auto is building its second factory in Beijing Yizhuang, having acquired 53 hectares of land for ¥842 million. Reports suggest Xiaomi may expand by adding an adjacent 52-hectare plot to increase production capacity.
4. Changan Auto to Host European Brand Launch on March 21
Changan Auto will hold a European brand launch event on March 21, officially entering the European market and unveiling a new model.
5. XPeng Reports 2024 Annual Financial Results

XPeng Motors announced its 2024 full-year financial results:
- Total deliveries: 190,068 units (+34.2% YoY)
- Total revenue: Over ¥40.87 billion (+33.2% YoY)
6. Chery Unveils Its Intelligent Strategy
On March 18, Chery Auto hosted the “Oil & Electric Intelligence, Global Innovation” strategy launch in Wuhu. The company showcased:
- Falcon Smart Driving System
- Humanoid Robots
- AI-powered Smart Cabin Model
7. New-Gen Nissan Sylphy Spied, Resembles VW Passat
Spy photos of the next-generation Nissan Sylphy (Sentra) surfaced online. The model is currently undergoing overseas road testing and is expected to debut by late 2025 or early 2026, with a potential market launch next year. (Source: CheZhiWang)
8. Leapmotor Officially Begins Sales in the UK

Leapmotor has officially started selling EVs in the UK through its joint venture with Stellantis. The first models available are:
- T03 compact EV
- C10 large electric SUV
9. Siemens Lays Off 35% of EV Charging Team
On March 18, Siemens announced global job cuts of 6,000 employees, including 450 from its EV charging division (which currently employs 1,300 people), accounting for 35% of the division’s workforce.
10. GM & NVIDIA Partner to Develop Autonomous Driving Tech
General Motors and NVIDIA have announced a partnership to:
- Leverage NVIDIA’s AI chips & software to enhance GM’s autonomous driving technology
- Optimize GM’s manufacturing processes using AI-driven solutions