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CATL releases first-generation sodium-ion battery and AB lithium-sodium battery pack.

CATL unveiled its first-generation sodium-ion battery at an online technology launch event, achieving an energy density of 160Wh/kg, supporting fast charging to 80% in 15 minutes, and delivering excellent low-temperature performance. The company also introduced the AB battery system, which integrates sodium-ion and lithium-ion batteries to leverage their complementary advantages, and plans to establish a foundational industrial chain by 2023.

Aug 20, 2026
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2026 Global Automotive Supplier Study: Reshaping Competitiveness to Embrace Industry Transformation

The automotive industry is in the midst of profound transformation, with electrification, intelligence, digitalization, and sustainability reshaping the value chain. According to BCG's latest research, automotive suppliers must proactively transform through cost optimization, technological innovation, and ecosystem collaboration in order to maintain a leading position in 2026 and beyond.

Aug 16, 2026
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How software-defined vehicles are reshaping future mobility

The article explores the concepts and driving factors of SDV, market growth and application areas, software revenue models, the evolution of the OEM-supplier ecosystem, and the evolution of E/E architecture. It is expected that by 2030, passenger cars will still dominate the SDV market, with ADAS being the most significant application direction. The share of automotive software revenue is rapidly increasing, and manufacturers such as Tesla have already adopted software-paid and subscription models. The E/E architecture is evolving from distributed ECUs toward centralization and cloud integration, and future vehicles will possess highly adaptive capabilities.

Aug 15, 2026
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Global electric vehicle market to reach $2.19 trillion by 2034, with Asia-Pacific leading growth

According to the latest report released by Fortune Business Insights, the global electric vehicle market will be worth $927.69 billion in 2025 and is expected to grow to $2,190.37 billion by 2034, with a compound annual growth rate of 9.97%. The Asia-Pacific region holds the largest share, with BYD, Tesla, and Volkswagen Group as market leaders.

Aug 11, 2026
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L3 Licensed, L4 Approved: Changan Automobile's Ambition for Dual-Track Autonomous Driving

Changan Automobile obtained an L4-level Robotaxi testing license on March 31, 2026, passing the full compliance review of the Chongqing Yongchuan policy pilot zone. This is another breakthrough following the acquisition of the country's first L3-specific license in December last year. Based on the "Tianshu" end-to-end large model, Changan will mass-produce L2/L3 and L4 technologies from the same source, achieving large-scale migration. In the industry's route debate, Changan has chosen a strategy of parallel development of L3 and L4, both accumulating data and seizing the future high ground.

Aug 8, 2026
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