Automotive Market

Is the Chinese EV battery pack supply chain hitting a global tariff wall? Analyze the HS 8507.60 duties from the US (48.4%+) to Europe’s new carbon rules.

A South Korean research team used magnetic fields to control lithium-ion flow, creating a hybrid anode with 4x the capacity of graphite and suppressed explosion risk. Is this the ‘dream battery’ breakthrough for EVs?

Toyota’s recent sales dip signals trouble as the global EV charging forecast hits 11 million units by 2030, an infrastructure boom challenging legacy automakers.

China’s SiEngine achieves a major milestone with the mass production of its 7nm Xingchen No. 1 ADAS chip, signaling rapid progress towards L3 autonomy and challenging Western tech giants.

Ford’s EV U-turn, canceling $6.5B with LGES and dissolving a JV with SK On, signals risk for Korean EV battery makers dependent on US OEM volume.

A South Korean team developed an anode-free lithium metal battery with 1,270 Wh/L energy density, nearly doubling current EV range. Is this the end of range anxiety?

Leapmotor quits the ‘new force’ label after 10 years, targeting ‘world-class’ status. With near 600k sales in 2025 & projected profit, this signals a major maturation in the Chinese EV race.

NHTSA has launched a probe into 179,000 Model 3s over emergency door handles deemed “hidden and unlabeled” following owner escape claims. This escalates safety scrutiny.

Explore the global ‘heatmap’ of 49 nations’ EV tariffs on Chinese cars. Unpack the US 100% duties vs. EU’s tiered response and why Chinese EV exports are still surging.

Is the Chinese EV battery supply chain facing a challenge? Samsung SDI and KGM partner on next-gen 46mm cylindrical cells, signaling a major push for supply diversification in Asia.