Geely and Renault roll out first locally made EV at Brazil plant
The first vehicle rolling off the line less than a year after the partnership was signed highlights the speed of the approach.
The first vehicle rolling off the line less than a year after the partnership was signed highlights the speed of the approach.

Going global requires enough financial firepower to stay there, instead of just technological and supply chain advantages.

More than 20 automakers worldwide have announced plans to develop humanoid robots, including BYD, Xpeng, GAC Group, Chery, Tesla and Hyundai.

The surge reflects the rapid overseas expansion of Chinese EV manufacturers, as global demand for affordable electric vehicles continues to rise.

NEV exports reached 277,189 vehicles, soaring 585% from a year earlier and accounting for 58% of total exports.

Under the agreement, the two companies will collaborate across vehicle smart hardware, core components for new energy vehicles and intelligent manufacturing.

The June figure marked Leapmotor’s third consecutive monthly delivery record, following 71,387 vehicles in April and 81,569 in May.

Consumer spending showed signs of a shift toward higher-value technology products.

The company now operates in more than 40 countries and regions, with over 2,000 sales and service outlets globally, including more than 950 overseas.

In May alone, exports to ASEAN reached 68.49 billion yuan, surpassing the European Union to become the province’s largest overseas market.