Core Viewpoint - The automotive market in China experienced a significant month-on-month decline in January 2026, influenced by changes in tax policies and early consumer demand, while year-on-year sales remained relatively stable [1]. Group 1: Market Performance - In January 2026, the retail sales of narrow passenger vehicles in China were approximately 1.8 million units, representing a month-on-month decrease of 20.4% and a slight year-on-year increase of 0.3% [1]. - The retail sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) in January were around 800,000 units, showing a year-on-year decline of 40.2%, but a month-on-month growth of 7.5% [1]. - Major traditional automakers like SAIC and Geely surpassed BYD in sales, with SAIC selling 327,000 units (up 23.9% year-on-year) and Geely selling 270,200 units (up 1.3% year-on-year) [2]. Group 2: New Energy Vehicle Segment - In the new energy vehicle sector, brands like Xiaomi, Hongmeng Zhixing, and NIO saw significant year-on-year growth, with Xiaomi's sales increasing by 95% to over 39,000 units [3][4]. - NIO delivered 27,200 units in January, marking a 96% year-on-year increase, driven by the new ES8 model [4]. - Conversely, companies like XPeng and Li Auto experienced declines, with XPeng's deliveries down 47% month-on-month and 34% year-on-year [4]. Group 3: Cost Pressures - The automotive industry is facing rising costs, with single-vehicle costs increasing by 4,000 to 7,000 yuan due to surging prices of key materials like lithium, aluminum, and DRAM [5][6]. - The price of battery-grade lithium carbonate rose from 75,700 yuan per ton at the beginning of 2025 to 146,600 yuan per ton by February 3, 2026, a nearly 94% increase [5]. - UBS reported that the cost increases in metals and chips could compress profit margins significantly, with potential reductions of 33% to 93% for vehicles priced at 150,000 yuan [6]. Group 4: Strategic Directions - To counteract rising costs and stagnant market demand, automakers are focusing on international expansion, with Chery exporting 119,600 units in January, accounting for nearly 60% of its total sales [7]. - BYD's overseas sales exceeded 100,000 units, a year-on-year increase of 43.3%, while Geely's exports grew by over 120% [7]. - Companies are also targeting the high-end market, with Great Wall Motors launching the WEY brand's flagship V9X, indicating a competitive push in the premium segment [9]. Group 5: Market Outlook - The automotive consumption index for January 2026 was reported at 31.1, reflecting a cautious consumer sentiment influenced by various factors, including the upcoming Spring Festival and changes in tax policies [10]. - Industry experts suggest that the market may not see a clear recovery until March or the end of the first quarter [10].

Group 1 - The electric vehicle (EV) industry is highly competitive but offers significant growth potential for companies with the right products [1] - Cash Flow Club focuses on businesses with strong cash generation, emphasizing the importance of timing in investment for maximizing rewards [1] Group 2 - The article highlights the performance of major EV companies in January, indicating a need for analysis of their market positions and product offerings [1]

据经济观察报-经济观察网 2026年1月，新势力车企销量格局发生显著变化。问界汽车、小米汽车和零 跑汽车以3万辆至4万辆的交付量，形成了新的"第一梯队"。具体来看，问界汽车1月交付约4万辆，同比 增长83%；小米汽车1月交付超3.9万辆，去年同期为超2万辆；零跑汽车1月全系交付达3.21万辆，同比 增长27%。与此同时，理想汽车、蔚来汽车和小鹏汽车1月销量在2万辆到3万辆之间，变为"第二梯 队"。蔚来1月交付新车2.72万辆，同比增长96.1%；理想汽车交付2.77万辆，同比下滑7.55%；小鹏汽车 交付2万辆，同比下滑34.07%。问界、小米与蔚来同比增幅显著。 ...

进入2026年1月后，新能源汽车购置税开始减半征收，车企购 置税兜底政策也随之结束。另外，1月各地具体的购车补贴细 则尚未全部出台，导致消费者存在观望情绪，影响了车市终端 销售情况。 作者：王帅国 封图：图虫创意 2月1日，各家车企相继发布了1月销量。从整体上看，汽车行业实现2026年"开门红"，大多数车 企1月销量同比取得正增长，但这一同比增长是由于2025年春节在1月，去年同期的新车销售基数 较低。 环比数据上，大多数车企1月销量下滑明显，主要原因在于2025年12月新能源汽车还享受购置税 全额减免政策，同时车企为年底冲量，在12月出台了许多其他优惠政策。进入2026年1月后，新 能源汽车购置税开始减半征收，车企购置税兜底政策也随之结束。另外，1月各地具体的购车补贴 细则尚未全部出台，导致消费者存在观望情绪，影响了车市终端销售情况。 广汽集团1月销量为11.66万辆，同比增长18.47%，环比下滑37.79%。其中自主品牌销量超4.9 万辆，同比增长87.58%；海外销量同比增长68.59%。分品牌来看，昊铂+埃安销量2.16万辆， 同比大增171.63%；传祺品牌销量2.77万辆，同比增长51.06%； ...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Lithium Corp. (“American Lithium” or the “Company”) (TSX-V:LI | OTCQX:AMLIF | Frankfurt:5LA1) is pleased to announce that Mr. Alex Tsakumis has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) effective January 29, 2026. Mr. Tsakumis was the Interim CEO of the Company since September 1, 2024, and a member of the board of directors (the “Board”) since 2021. Mr. Tsakumis is a public markets specialist with over 30 years of experience in the ...

标准聚焦日常使用便利性和碰撞救援安全性，体现在三大方面： 2026年2月3日，理想官方公众号理想技术发文 理想汽车首个主导的强制性国家标准GB 48001—2026 《汽车车门把手安全技术要求》正式发布 以下为原文： 2026年1月28日，工业和信息化部组织制定的强制性国家标准《汽车车门把手安全技术要求》（GB 48001—2026）由国家市场监督管理总局、国家标准化管理委员会批准发布，将于2027年1月1日起开 始实施。 《汽车车门把手安全技术要求》是全球首个门把手安全法规，同时也是理想汽车首个主导的强制性国 家标准、首次在强制性国家标准领域承担核心编制任务，彰显了企业技术研发实力与行业引领作用。 一是研究提出了车门把手的手部操作空间及布置区域要求。 提出了手部操作空间、布置区域等标准 要求， 明确了车门外把手的手部操作空间最小尺寸为60mm×25mm×20mm，重点解决隐藏式外门把 手及内门把手操作不便、难以识别等困扰消费者的问题。 二是明确规范了车门把手的机械释放安全要求。 提出了车门内把手和车门外把手均应具有机械释放 功能，确保不可逆约束装置展开或动力电池热扩散等事件发生后通过机械释放车门把手的单次或 ...

Core Insights - New energy vehicle companies in China reported mixed delivery results for January, with some experiencing significant growth while others faced declines in both year-over-year and month-over-month metrics [1][4]. Delivery Data Summary - Hongmeng Zhixing led the delivery rankings with 57,915 units, a year-over-year increase of 65.6% [5]. - Xiaomi delivered over 39,000 units, marking a 95% increase compared to January 2025 [5]. - Leap Motor delivered 32,059 units, a year-over-year increase of 27% but a month-over-month decline of 47% [5][6]. - Li Auto delivered 27,668 units, down 7.6% year-over-year and 37.5% month-over-month [7]. - NIO delivered 27,182 units, showing a 96.1% year-over-year increase but a 43.5% month-over-month decline [8]. - XPeng delivered 20,011 units, down 34.1% year-over-year and 46.7% month-over-month [10]. - Lantu delivered 10,515 units, a year-over-year increase of 31% [11]. Market Trends and Insights - The overall retail sales of passenger vehicles in China dropped by 28% year-over-year and 37% month-over-month, with new energy vehicles experiencing a notable decline [4]. - The penetration rate of new energy vehicles fell from 59.1% in December to 45.9% in January [4]. - A new energy vehicle company executive attributed the market downturn to the traditional off-peak season and the expiration of tax exemption policies, which led to demand being pulled forward [4][11].

Group 1 - The core point of the article highlights the strong demand for Li Auto's AI glasses, which sold out within hours, indicating robust product appeal and brand strength [1][2] - Li Auto's AI glasses sold over 30,000 units in the first batch, which is slightly lower than Xiaomi's 50,000 units sold in three days, but Li Auto had limited inventory compared to Xiaomi [1][2] - 12% of the buyers of Li Auto's AI glasses are non-Li Auto vehicle owners, showcasing the product's broad market appeal beyond existing customers [1] Group 2 - The AI glasses, named Levis AI Smart Glasses, were launched on December 3 and feature first-person shooting, quick AI response, and vehicle control capabilities, weighing only 36 grams [2] - Due to high demand and production capacity issues, the first batch of orders is expected to be delivered by the end of February, with the next batch set to launch in mid-March, indicating a significant gap between the two sales [2] - Li Auto is actively seeking new production suppliers to address the capacity constraints and meet the demand for its AI glasses [2]

Core Viewpoint - The automotive market in January 2026 showed a slight year-on-year increase but a significant month-on-month decline, primarily due to policy changes and demand exhaustion, with exports becoming a crucial growth driver for companies [1][22]. Group 1: Market Performance - The overall automotive market experienced a year-on-year increase but a month-on-month decline, with some companies facing drastic reductions in sales [1]. - The core reasons for the market's sluggish start include the reduction of the new energy vehicle purchase tax and a mismatch in demand due to the timing of the Spring Festival [1]. - Exports have emerged as a vital growth area for automotive companies, helping to offset domestic market fluctuations [1][6]. Group 2: Company Sales Data - BYD sold 210,100 vehicles in January, a year-on-year decline of 30.11% and a month-on-month decline of 50.04%, heavily impacted by the new energy vehicle tax policy [3][5]. - Geely's sales reached 270,200 units, showing a year-on-year increase of 1.29% and a month-on-month increase of 14.08%, with significant export growth [5][6]. - SAIC Group reported sales of 327,000 units, a year-on-year increase of 23.9%, with a notable increase in overseas sales [8]. Group 3: New Energy Vehicle Trends - The new energy vehicle market is facing challenges due to policy changes, leading to a cautious consumer sentiment [1][3]. - Companies are increasingly relying on exports to sustain growth in the new energy vehicle segment, as domestic competition intensifies [6][22]. Group 4: Competitive Strategies - Companies are engaging in aggressive promotional strategies, including long-term financing options and price reductions, to stimulate sales amid a cooling market [15][17]. - The automotive industry is shifting towards a more competitive landscape, focusing on comprehensive service offerings beyond just product pricing [17][22]. - Traditional luxury brands are facing pressure from the rise of domestic electric vehicle manufacturers, leading to significant price reductions to maintain market share [20][22].

2月1日，各家车企相继发布了1月销量。从整体上看，汽车行业实现2026年"开门红"，大多数车企1月销量同比取得正增长，但这一同比增长是由于2025年春 节在1月，去年同期的新车销售基数较低。 环比数据上，大多数车企1月销量下滑明显，主要原因在于2025年12月新能源汽车还享受购置税全额减免政策，同时车企为年底冲量，在12月出台了许多其 他优惠政策。进入2026年1月后，新能源汽车购置税开始减半征收，车企购置税兜底政策也随之结束。另外，1月各地具体的购车补贴细则尚未全部出台，导 致消费者存在观望情绪，影响了车市终端销售情况。 具体来看，问界汽车1月交付约4万辆，同比增长83%，环比下滑30.74%；小米汽车1月交付超3.9万辆，去年同期为超2万辆，去年12月为超5万辆；零跑汽车 1月全系交付达3.21万辆，同比增长27%，环比下滑46.94%。 比亚迪1月销售21.01万辆，其中海外销量表现亮眼，乘用车及皮卡海外销售10万辆，同比增长43.3%。分品牌来看，比亚迪品牌销售17.75万辆；方程豹品牌 销售2.16万辆；腾势品牌销售6002辆；仰望品牌销售413辆。 长城汽车1月销售新车9.03万辆，同比增长11. ...