According to a recent Bloomberg report, hedge funds have piled into short positions on Xiaomi just weeks before its Q3 earnings. Goldman Sachs’ data shows short interest in Xiaomi surged 53% in one week – A clear sign that institutional investors are losing confidence, at least in the short term. Why?• Slower-than-expected EV rollout• Rising…
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When a Cleaning Lady Became Lexus’ Viral Star
Recently, a Lexus dealership in Harbin, China, invited a 58-year-old cleaning lady — part of the dealership’s janitorial staff — to introduce their cars on camera. To everyone’s surprise, her video went viral — over 5 million views — while the dealership’s usual videos barely reached a few thousand. It seems accidental, but it actually…
When a Smartphone Company Builds a Full-Size SUV
A few years ago, many laughed at the idea of Xiaomi making cars. Now, its upcoming YU9– A full-size, 3-row SUV — is turning heads before launch. – Range-extended hybrid: 1.5L turbo + dual motors– Up to 1,500 km range– Around ¥350K–¥450K (~US $49–63K) But what matters more than specs is the mindset. Xiaomi isn’t…
Li Auto Issues a Proactive Recall
It May Redefine Safety Standards in China’s EV Market. When an automaker chooses to recall before the investigation is even done, it says something important: They’d rather take a financial hit today than gamble with a one-in-ten-thousand safety risk tomorrow. That’s exactly what happened this week. After an incident involving the 2024 Li Auto MEGA,…
The $3 Part That Can Define a $50,000 Car
A few years ago, I watched a senior engineer stare at a small rubber gasket on his desk. It was the size of a coin — nothing special at first glance. But that tiny part had caused thousands of engine oil leaks. It triggered recalls, warranty claims, and customer frustration. Not because the engine was…
A New Milestone for China’s Automotive Chip Industry
Not long ago, many people doubted whether China could truly master automotive-grade semiconductors — Not just design them, but test, certify, and validate them to global standards. On October 28, that narrative quietly changed. China’s first national-level automotive chip standard verification platform officially went into service in Shenzhen. This isn’t just another lab opening. It’s…
The factory lights in Shenyang once went dark. Now, they’re flickering back to life.
In Shenyang, there’s a massive car plant that once symbolized the golden era of GM in China. Half a million vehicles could roll off its lines each year — Buick GL8s, Chevrolet Trackers — feeding a market that once couldn’t get enough of American cars. But times changed. GM’s sales in China fell from 2…
Xiaomi SU7 Crash in Chengdu Raises Questions About Safety and Public Perception
On early morning of October 13, 2025, in Chengdu, a Xiaomi electric vehicle was reportedly involved in a high-speed crash on Tianfu Avenue. The car lost control, crossed the median, and caught fire. Videos circulating online show bystanders trying to rescue the occupants before firefighters arrived to extinguish the flames. Authorities are investigating, and Xiaomi…
When Growth Outruns Cash Flow: The Lesson Behind Leapmotor’s Milestone
Leapmotor just celebrated its one-millionth EV rolling off the line — a major milestone for the young Chinese automaker. But almost at the same time, founder Zhu Jiangming was listed as a “dishonest debtor” over a payment dispute worth 3.6 million yuan, triggering temporary spending restrictions. The contrast couldn’t be sharper. Behind the celebration lies…
When an engineer cried for quality. It wasn’t about the part. It was about pride.
Years ago, Chery CEO Yin Tongyue was involved in a CKD project that used components imported from Germany. During an inspection, a German quality engineer discovered that several damaged parts had been repaired and reused. On the spot, the engineer broke down in tears — not out of anger, but heartbreak. He believed the act…