Qian Zhan Wang·2025-11-25 08:05Group 1 - The core point of the news is the recognition of Lian Yubo, the chief scientist of BYD, as a new academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, marking a significant milestone for the Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) industry, which has transitioned from following to leading in technology [2][6] - Lian Yubo's contributions include the establishment of the electric vehicle R&D department at BYD and breakthroughs in core technologies such as power batteries, electronic control systems, and drive assemblies, particularly the innovative blade battery technology that has set new safety standards [2][3] - The election of Lian Yubo reflects the growing importance and recognition of private sector scientists in China's scientific community, highlighting the achievements of the NEV industry [2][6] Group 2 - Since November 2015, China's NEV production and sales have seen rapid growth, with the market share surpassing 1% for the first time, making China the largest NEV market globally [3][5] - In 2024, NEV production and sales are expected to exceed 9 million units, accounting for over 60% of the global market, with BYD projected to sell over 3 million units, becoming the global sales leader [3][5] - As of January to August 2025, China's NEV production and sales reached 9.625 million units, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 37.3% and 36.7% respectively, indicating a strong upward trend in the industry [3][5]