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Chinese EV makers made a strong showing at Munich’s IAA Mobility, signaling aggressive expansion plans in Europe. Companies like Xpeng and GAC aim to disrupt the market with competitive pricing, advanced technology, and innovative features. While traditional European automakers face challenges in keeping pace, they are responding with new EV models and tech advancements. The increased competition is reshaping the automotive landscape.

Xpeng plans to launch its mass-market Mona EV brand overseas next year, starting with Europe, aiming to become a global player with affordable EVs. CEO He Xiaopeng revealed an openness to strategic acquisitions to enhance competitiveness in the consolidating EV sector. The Mona brand debuted in China with a $17,000 coupe and will expand globally. Xpeng, already present in Europe, seeks to increase its global footprint, exceeding its initial expansion targets. While considering European manufacturing, it faces EU tariffs.

XPeng Inc. (XPEV) reported record-breaking August 2025 deliveries of 37,709 Smart EVs, a 169% YoY increase and 3% MoM growth. Year-to-date deliveries reached 271,615 units, up 252% from 2024. The surge was bolstered by the launch of the new XPENG P7 and strong adoption of the XNGP autonomous driving system, achieving an 85% urban driving monthly active user penetration rate.

XPeng Motors has standardized a 60-day payment cycle for suppliers to enhance supply chain resilience, as confirmed by Chairman He Xiaopeng. He stated the change follows extensive internal deliberation and requires operational discipline, positioning it as a sustainable industry improvement. The policy aligns with commitments from 17 major automakers who recently pledged 60-day supplier payment windows, underscoring growing industry recognition of vendor liquidity’s importance.

XPENG launches G6 and G9 electric SUVs in Europe featuring ultra-fast charging capabilities. The G9 achieves 525 kW peak charging power while the G6 reaches 451 kW, enabling 10-80% charge in just 12 minutes. Both offer premium features: G9 provides up to 585 km WLTP range, G6 delivers 535 km. Utilizing 800V architecture with 5C Supercharging AI Battery technology and military-grade safety systems, the models incorporate Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 and NVIDIA Orin-X processors for advanced autonomy. Available in eight European countries, deliveries begin late summer 2025.

XPeng Motors CEO He Xiaopeng has ordered Xiaomi’s new SU7 EV, citing its strong product competitiveness. This move highlights the competitive yet respectful dynamic in China’s EV market. XPeng is also preparing to launch its G7 model. The SU7 is in high demand, with significant waiting times for locked orders, leading to a secondary market with resale premiums. Xiaomi advises locking orders for production visibility.

A public dispute has emerged between an Xpeng executive and a tech company concerning the durability of its smart glasses. The Xpeng executive corroborated user complaints on social media about audio distortion and repeated malfunctions, criticizing after-sales service. The glasses, launched in September 2023, aim for daily integration with features like notifications, but face scrutiny over their build quality.