China’s Zeekr to launch electric vehicles in Japan next year

China’s Zeekr to launch electric vehicles in Japan next year

Chinese EV maker Zeekr aims to achieve $18 billion market valuation before an IPO in the US. Credit: Zeekr Chinese electric vehicle brand Zeekr is planning to sell two premium EV models in Japan in 2025 and hopes to open showrooms in Tokyo and the Osaka area ahead of the launch later this year, according to vice president Chen Yu, Nikkei has reported. The news comes after the Geely-affiliated EV maker recently announced entry into some other right-hand-drive markets, including Hong Kong, Thailan...
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Volkswagen, Xpeng expand electric vehicle partnership

Volkswagen, Xpeng expand electric vehicle partnership

Volkswagen, Xpeng expand electric vehicle partnership. Credit: Volkswagen Group Volkswagen and Xpeng Motors have inked a deal to develop a high-performance electrical/electronic architecture that will underpin upcoming China-made, VW-branded models starting 2026, the companies said on Wednesday. The agreement is an expansion of a partnership that kicked off last year with a focus on the development of two new VW models featuring Xpeng’s autonomous driving capabilities scheduled for launch in 2...
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