Electric Vehicle Boom Fuels 34% Surge in Indonesia’s Car Sales in Q2
Rising demand for electric vehicles boosts auto markets across Southeast Asia, with China’s BYD expanding presence and Vietnam’s VinFast closing gap with Thailand.
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Rising demand for electric vehicles boosts auto markets across Southeast Asia, with China’s BYD expanding presence and Vietnam’s VinFast closing gap with Thailand.
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business
Vingroup's first-half profit rise from property sales fuels expansion into infrastructure and energy sectors while supporting its electric vehicle unit.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 31, 2026, 2:19 PM
business
Chinese electric vehicle makers turn to Latin America and Southeast Asia to sustain growth amid weakening home market sales.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 9, 2026, 10:18 AM
world
Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd (CATL) introduces a third-generation electric vehicle battery capable of charging to 98% in under six and a half minutes, outpacing competitors like BYD’s Blade battery.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 3, 2026, 2:27 AM
world
Sales drops by Xpeng, Nio, and Li Auto in July 2026 raise fears of a new discount battle amid China’s economic slowdown.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 11:44 PM
world
Paris-based OECD reports China’s subsidies far exceed those of rich-world rivals, fueling export gains and sparking debate over the future of the rules-based trading system.
CNA Latest News | Aug 2, 2026, 12:07 AM
general
The Federal Communications Commission blocks new foreign-produced humanoid robots and connected power inverters from US authorization, while Ohio lawmaker pushes legislation to restrict Chinese-made electric vehicles.
Fox News Latest | Jul 31, 2026, 7:19 PM
business
Manila aims to attract foreign investment and strengthen local supply chains with significant co-funding for battery production.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 30, 2026, 11:22 AM
business
At the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show near Jakarta, Chinese electric vehicle makers introduce their first plug-in hybrid vehicles amid local market challenges.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 30, 2026, 10:09 AM
business
The U.S.-Iran war has driven up fuel prices, leading to a significant increase in electric vehicle sales in Asia, particularly in Southeast Asia, while China experiences a decline after subsidy cuts.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 30, 2026, 5:35 AM
world
In the first five months of 2026, Brazil surpassed Russia and Belgium to lead global imports of Chinese vehicles, driven largely by electric and hybrid models amid tariff changes.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 30, 2026, 1:05 AM
world
A series of strikes and military actions across the Middle East raise fears of wider conflict as Iran rejects joint oversight proposals for the Strait of Hormuz.
Al Jazeera | Jul 29, 2026, 6:55 PM
business
Chinese battery producer CATL boosts electric vehicle battery capacity and passes on higher costs, outperforming automakers facing supply chain and market difficulties.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 27, 2026, 6:45 PM
us
Matthew Wolfe’s 'Fires in the Night' revisits the 1990s Earth Liberation Front, a US eco-anarchist group known for arson and economic sabotage in environmental protests.
Guardian US | Jul 27, 2026, 1:05 PM
business
Chinese memory chip maker CXMT raised $8.6 billion in Asia's largest IPO of 2026 amid the booming AI-driven semiconductor market.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 27, 2026, 3:06 AM
global-institutions
Amid growing global demand for minerals essential to clean energy, the UN Security Council debates how to prevent resource-driven conflicts and ensure benefits for producing countries and communities.
UN News | Jul 27, 2026, 12:46 AM
world
Sweden aims to boost its mining sector by easing permit processes for critical metals and rare earths, addressing European reliance on China and supporting defense capabilities.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 24, 2026, 7:27 AM
business
Jun Seki, Foxconn's chief strategy officer for electric vehicles, anticipates Level 4 and higher autonomous driving to become mainstream by 2040 as costs decrease and reliability improves.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 23, 2026, 8:12 AM
world
President Donald Trump will unveil an expanded pledge to protect U.S. households from rising electricity costs linked to data center growth driven by artificial intelligence demand.
CNA Latest News | Jul 22, 2026, 5:38 PM
world
Luxury car sales from international brands in China dropped sharply as domestic electric vehicle makers gain market share, signaling a shift in consumer preferences.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 22, 2026, 4:45 AM
business
Chinese trade curbs on rare earth elements have caused a dramatic price increase for dysprosium in Europe, while prices remain stable within China.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 21, 2026, 11:33 PM
world
China’s rapid rise in the electric vehicle sector challenges established automakers and offers a potential blueprint for emerging markets to develop their own EV industries.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 21, 2026, 11:15 PM
global-institutions
The UN Security Council examines the role of essential minerals in powering renewable energy and their impact on peace and development worldwide.
UN News | Jul 21, 2026, 9:23 PM
world
Yivtol’s S-Zero electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft gains regulatory clearance to fly in Hong Kong through a pioneering insurance agreement.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 21, 2026, 10:59 AMShowing 1-24 of 42 articles.