AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoChina’s Export Playbook: Gasgoo reports BYD, Geely and Chery are betting on very different regions in May 2026—BYD led Central & South America (43,924 units), Geely topped the CIS (31,507), and Chery’s strongest pull was the EU/UK/EFTA (55,672). New EV Launch in North America: Leapmotor officially entered Mexico with the B10, now in certification and deliveries, with test drives and sales via 40+ authorized dealers and an 8-year high-voltage battery warranty. EV Tech & Supply Chain Push: At Shanghai’s GSA 2026, AutoAI showcased a full smart-mobility product matrix, while a parallel “Same Source, Shared Chain” matchmaking event connected 20+ buyers with suppliers across electronics and manufacturing. Labor Tension in South Africa: Numsa says First Battery’s retrenchment plan (165 jobs) stems from management missteps, while the company says reductions follow consultation and protect long-term sustainability. Used EV Reality Check: Warrantywise data suggests battery faults aren’t the top used-EV repair issue; charging-socket and sensor-related electrical problems lead claims. Safety Reminder: Police in Logan, Utah contained a fire at a salvage yard car pile; separately, Hallandale Beach highlighted heatstroke risk after a toddler died in a parked car.
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