Toyota picks Kenta Kon, ally of chairman Toyoda, as CEO amid rising Chinese competitionToyota has made a notable leadership change, appointing Kenta Kon as the new top executive, replacing Koji Sato, who will now serve as vice...
06 Feb, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
China's BYD makes gains in Spain with low EV prices, fast expansionChinese EV makers, like BYD, are rapidly expanding in Spain and Europe, driven by competitive pricing and aggressive marketing. Javier Hern...
22 Sep, 2025, 11.11 AM IST
Chinese consumer complaints show widespread padding of car sales figuresA Reuters analysis found that several Chinese automakers and dealers, including major brands like BYD, Toyota, and Volkswagen, used pre-pur...
28 Jul, 2025, 12.37 PM IST
BYD aims to double overseas sales to 800,000 in 2025, chairman tells analystsChinese electric vehicle giant BYD plans to double its overseas sales to over 800,000 cars in 2025 by assembling cars locally to counter ta...
26 Mar, 2025, 02.02 PM IST
Honda, Nissan deal may be key in fight against China’s BYDHonda-Nissan merger: Honda’s potential acquisition of Nissan could help the two Japanese brands improve their competitive stance against Ch...
27 Dec, 2024, 11.40 AM IST
Toyota said to ramp up China production in a strategy pivotToyota is planning a major shift in its China strategy, aiming to produce up to 3 million vehicles annually by 2030. This represents a sign...
11 Nov, 2024, 08.26 AM IST
Chinese automakers retain grip over Southeast Asia's booming electric car marketElectric vehicle sales in Southeast Asia, led by China's BYD and Vietnam's VinFast, are surging, challenging Japanese and Korean firms in t...
21 Jun, 2024, 01.40 PM IST
China's BYD seeks to redefine luxury for the EV generationBYD's Denza Z9GT challenges Mercedes-Benz in the premium EV market, showcasing advanced technology and upmarket push to increase profitabil...
25 Apr, 2024, 07.36 AM IST
Beyond Tesla…Teslar, Teslast: India to reduce EV import duty for Tesla, other global automakersIndia has agreed to reduce import duties on electric vehicles (EVs) for companies like Tesla, clearing the way for the automaker to enter t...
26 Mar, 2024, 11.23 PM IST
Chinese EV makers challenging market leaders at auto show in BangkokChinese EV makers shine at Bangkok Motor Show with BYD leading sales. Thailand's growing EV market attracts global brands like Tesla and XP...
26 Mar, 2024, 06.55 PM IST
BYD takes fight to EV laggards with China price cutsData from car portal 16888.com analysed by Bloomberg shows BYD has cut prices of more than 100 model versions compared with December, and r...
26 Mar, 2024, 12.19 AM IST
Chinese carmaker BYD overtakes Tesla as world's most popular EV makerIn a sector still dominated by more familiar names like Toyota Motor Corp., Volkswagen AG and General Motors Co., Chinese manufacturers inc...
27 Dec, 2023, 08.45 AM IST
Thailand, Toyota to jointly develop domestic EV industryThe announcement comes as Toyota plans to trial its first EV pick-up truck in Thailand in a fresh attempt to boost EV sales in the country ...
09 Nov, 2023, 05.17 PM IST
Japan's automakers unveil EVs galore at Tokyo show to catch up with Tesla, other electric rivalsToyota is emphasizing its commitment to battery electric vehicles (EVs) at this year's Tokyo auto show. The Tokyo Mobility Show features nu...
25 Oct, 2023, 01.06 PM IST
In India, it's advantage Tesla as Chinese automakers face heatTesla could enter India with ease as its largest rival in electric vehicles from China, BYD, faces increased scrutiny from New Delhi, clear...
03 Aug, 2023, 08.24 AM IST
Chinese electric vehicle brands expand to global marketsChinese electric vehicle (EV) brands, including NIO, Geely Group's Zeekr, and Ora, are starting to compete with Western and Japanese brands...
02 May, 2023, 08.47 AM IST
Toyota turns to Chinese tech to reach its electric holy grailTwo of the four people with knowledge of the matter described the car as an electric holy grail for Toyota which has struggled for years to...
03 Dec, 2021, 12.20 PM IST