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NZ Autocar
16 hours ago
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
XPeng G6 charges in a flash
It's not yet here but it is in Australia, the XPeng G6. One of its claims to fame was fast charging, able to hook up to 280kW ultrafast units. But soon, it's going all out on the charging front, a new version maxing out when it hooks up to a 451kW hypercharger. This then would make it one of the fastest-charging electric cars in the world. All well and good except that 500kW hyperchargers are thin on the ground. Our largest are ChargeNet's 300kW units at the top of the Bombays and in Tauranga. However, if you were driving one of the updated XPeng G6s in Europe, you'd be able to refresh the battery pack from 10 to 80 per cent in 12 minutes. That said, the 300kW machines here can add 400km of range in 15min in certain EVs. Tacan and Ioniq 5 N, with their 800v charging architecture, can manage a 10-80 per cent refresh on a 300kW hypercharger in 18min. How has XPeng managed this feat? By fitting a new '5C Supercharging' lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery. It's not yet clear the size of the battery or the vehicle range. It's combined with an 800-volt electrical architecture, however. In other updates, the G6 now has a sharper, more futuristic look thanks to adopting a full-width LED lightbar at the front. There's also a redesigned rear diffuser. Inside are ambient lighting, a capacitive steering wheel (senses if the wheel is being held or not), a new dashboard, and more premium cabin materials. The front seats now feature a massage function with lumbar support. If you happen to be at the Le Mans 24 Hours race in France this weekend, you can check it out there.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
BAuto earnings miss prompts analysts to cut forecasts
KUALA LUMPUR: Analysts have revised down their net profit and earnings projections for Bermaz Auto Bhd (BAuto) following a weaker-than-expected financial performance. According to CIMB Securities, BAuto's results for the fourth quarter of financial year 2025 (4QFY25) fell short, achieving just 95 per cent of its own forecast and 94 per cent of consensus estimates. The miss was largely attributed to a softer contribution from associates than initially anticipated. As a result, CIMB Securities has revised its net profit projections for financial years 2026 and 2027 (FY26/FY27) downward by 21 to 29 per cent, citing lower associate earnings and tighter margins stemming from a projected decline in sales volume. The firm now anticipates Mazda sales volume to grow by a modest 5 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to 12,000 units in FY26, supported by the planned launch of the CX-60 and CX-80 models in the second half of calendar year 2025 (2HCY25). "However, the rebound could come at the expense of margins owing to increasing competition for its flagship CX-5 and CX-30 models in the RM100,000–200,000 segment," it said in a note. CIMB Securities noted that Bermaz Auto delivered 824 units of the XPeng G6 and X9 electric vehicle models in the first eight months of the financial year ending in April 2025. The firm expects a stronger contribution from XPeng in the financial year ending in April 2026, supported by a full-year sales impact and the potential introduction of new models. "We estimate XPeng could contribute between RM15 million and RM20 million to the group's pre-tax profit in FY26. "Beyond XPeng, BAuto is also looking to launch three new EV models under Deepal marques in 2HCY25: the Deepal S07, S05, and E07," it said. Meanwhile, Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) said it has downgraded its earnings projections for FY26 and financial year 2027 (FY27) by 31.4 per cent, citing a deteriorating automotive outlook with lower anticipated sales and profit margins. HLIB noted that the launch of the XPeng G6 and X9 contributed to supporting the group's margins for the quarter, partly mitigating the softer performance from the Mazda and Kia brands. "However, competition in Malaysia is expected to intensify with the influx of Chinese original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) offering feature-rich models at competitive prices. "Similarly, operations in the Philippines continued to face mounting pressure from Chinese entrants," it added. HLIB has lowered its recommendation on BAuto to 'Sell' from 'Hold', cutting its target price to 78 sen from RM1.05. Despite the downgrade, the firm noted that BAuto continues to have a solid balance sheet, with a net cash position of RM207.2 million (equivalent to 17.8 sen per share) as of the end of FY25, which supports ongoing dividend distributions.
Auto Express
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Auto Express
New XPeng G6 can be almost fully recharged in just 12 minutes
After being on sale in the UK for less than six months, the XPeng G6 electric SUV has received some seismic updates that increase the maximum charging speed of the Tesla Model Y rival from an already impressive 280kW to an astonishing 451kW – making it one of the fastest-charging electric cars in the world. There aren't any ultra-rapid charging points capable of those speeds in the UK yet. However, if you were to plug the updated G6 into one of the 500kW units in mainland Europe, XPeng says recharging from 10 to 80 per cent will be done in just 12 minutes. Advertisement - Article continues below The company has managed to achieve this by fitting a new '5C Supercharging' lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery. XPeng hasn't said how big this new battery is or what range it offers, but it is apparently more eco-conscious because it eliminates the need for expensive, resource-intensive minerals such as cobalt and nickel. It's combined with an 800-volt electrical architecture, similar to what you find in the Hyundai Ioniq 5 or Porsche Taycan. Elsewhere, the G6 now has a sharper, more futuristic look now thanks to the addition of a full-width LED lightbar at the front, and a redesigned rear diffuser, plus a new Stellar Purple paint colour is available. At first glance, the interior looks to be the same as before, but XPeng has fitted a new dashboard, ambient lighting, a capacitive steering wheel and more premium materials. The front seats now feature a massage function with lumbar support too. The updated XPeng G6 will be on display in the Village at this weekend's Le Mans 24 Hours race in France; it's due to go on sale in mainland Europe in mid-July, with no word yet on when it'll arrive in the UK. Did you know you can sell your car through Auto Express ? We'll help you get a great price and find a great deal on a new car, too . Find a car with the experts Car Deal of the Day: A Volkswagen Golf R Estate for less than a GTI Car Deal of the Day: A Volkswagen Golf R Estate for less than a GTI The Golf R Estate is one of the best performance estates around – and right now it's criminally cheap. It's our Deal of the Day for 9 June. New BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort review: the best BYD yet New BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort review: the best BYD yet The new BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort is arguably the Chinese brand's most convincing model in its range Best cars to own: Driver Power 2025 results Best cars to own: Driver Power 2025 results The best new cars to own in the UK right now according to the people who already do. It's the 2025 Driver Power results!
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
China's XPeng Clocks Record Q1 EV Sales, Deliveries Surge 3.6X
On Monday, Chinese electric vehicle company XPeng Inc (NYSE:XPEV) announced its vehicle delivery results for March and the first quarter of 2025. In March, XPeng delivered 33,205 Smart EVs, implying a 268% growth, surpassing 30,000 units for the fifth consecutive month. For the first quarter of 2025, XPeng delivered 94,008 Smart EVs, a 331% increase over last year. Also Read: On March 13, 2025, at its Spring 2025 Launch conference, XPeng launched 2025 versions of the XPeng G6 and XPeng G9. Both upgraded versions come standard with 5C AI batteries and Turing AI-powered smart driving features across all trims. In March 2025, XNGP's monthly active user penetration rate in urban driving reached 86%. At the same time, XPeng expanded its global presence by entering the Indonesian market. Li Auto Inc (NASDAQ:LI) announced on Tuesday it delivered 36,674 vehicles in March 2025, marking a 26.5% growth. This brought its first-quarter deliveries to 92,864, up by 15.5%. As of March 31, 2025, Li Auto's cumulative deliveries reached 1.226 million. As of March 31, 2025, the company had 500 retail stores in 150 cities, 502 servicing centers, and Li Auto-authorized body and paint shops in 225 cities. It also had 2,045 supercharging stations in China equipped with 11,038 charging stalls. NIO Inc (NYSE:NIO) announced it delivered 15,039 vehicles in March 2025, representing a growth of 26.7%. The deliveries comprised 10,219 vehicles from its premium smart electric vehicle brand NIO and 4,820 from the company's family-oriented smart electric vehicle brand ONVO. The company delivered 42,094 vehicles in the first quarter of 2025, marking a growth of 40.1%. Cumulative deliveries reached 713,658 as of March 31, 2025. XPeng stock surged 167% in the last 12 months. The EV company reported fourth-quarter revenue growth of 23.4% to 16.11 billion Chinese Yuan ($2.21 billion), topping the consensus estimate of 16.02 billion Chinese Yuan. Quarterly vehicle deliveries rose 52.1% to 91,507, backed by its sales network of 690 stores and 1,920 charging stations. The company expects revenue of 15 billion Chinese Yuan-15.7 billion Chinese Yuan, compared to the consensus of 14.684 billion Chinese Yuan. XPeng and long-term partner German automaker Volkswagen AG (OTC:VWAGY) plans to build a super-fast charging network in China. Meanwhile, Li Auto and Nio stocks lost 18% in the last 12 months. Nio continues to face challenges in achieving full-year profitability, primarily due to high research and development expenses and significant operational costs. Price Action: XPEV stock is up 3.09% at $21.36 premarket at the last check Tuesday. Also Read:Photo via Shutterstock. UNLOCKED: 5 NEW TRADES EVERY WEEK. Click now to get top trade ideas daily, plus unlimited access to cutting-edge tools and strategies to gain an edge in the markets. Get the latest stock analysis from Benzinga? This article China's XPeng Clocks Record Q1 EV Sales, Deliveries Surge 3.6X originally appeared on © 2025 Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved. Sign in to access your portfolio
