Chinese electric vehicle startup Great Wall Motor to launch new brand targeting premium segment

According to sources familiar with the matter at hand, Chinese electric vehicle startup Great Wall Motor plans on launching a new standalone brand for electric and smart vehicles in China, as it tries to pursue growth in this burgeoning segment. Inspired by U.S. technology and auto giant Tesla Inc, several Chinese automakers have announced plans…

Tesla signs preliminary battery sourcing agreement with China’s Tianjin Lishen

Tesla is placing its supply chain in order as it gears up for production at its Shanghai Gigafactory. According to two sources with direct knowledge of the matter at hand, Tesla Inc has signed a preliminary agreement with Tianjin Lishen for supplying batteries for its Shanghai Gigafactory, as it plans to expand its battery sourcing…