CHINA: Zeekr 001 12C Charging, NIO ES8 Backlog and MG IM5 Tested In Europe | 23 Sep 2025
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The episode dives into the latest developments in China's EV market, featuring the impressive Zeekr 001 with its 12C charging capability and sleek design. NIO's ES8 faces a significant backlog, with a 26-week wait for deliveries, while the MG IM5 is making waves in Europe with its rapid charging and premium features. The episode also discusses BYD's growing presence in Spain, capturing 10% of the EV market, and highlights the launch of a new freight train service for transporting electric vehicles to Europe, showcasing China's expanding influence in the global EV landscape.
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ZEEKR 001 UPDATE: 900V PLATFORM, UP TO 810 KM RANGE https://evne.ws/3IxxHIs
NIO ES8 ORDERS AND DELIVERY OUTLOOK https://evne.ws/3VvLqm8
MG IM5: PERFORMANCE, CHARGING, AND FEATURES https://evne.ws/47WNxXv
GWM UNVEILS TANK 400 UPDATE https://evne.ws/48t8r0y
GAC AION RT 2025 UPDATE https://evne.ws/4nD13E8
ORA 5: GWM'S FIRST PURE-ELECTRIC SUV https://evne.ws/4myH5JU
SGMW XINGGUANG 730 MPV: SPECS AND OFFER https://evne.ws/4nILkUb
BYD HITS 10% OF SPAIN EV SALES https://evne.ws/46hALld
HEFEI STARTS NEW-ENERGY VEHICLE RAIL EXPORT https://evne.ws/4nOa7GA
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