CATL’s battery game changer, Tesla’s AI training centre in China: 7 EV reads

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by SCMPFebruary 18, 2026 at 08:30 AM

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This article summarizes recent developments in the electric vehicle (EV) and new energy vehicle sectors. China became Brazil's largest vehicle exporter in January, surpassing Argentina. CATL deployed the world's first sodium-ion batteries in passenger cars, aiming to maintain its competitive edge in China's EV market amid lithium-ion price fluctuations. AutoFlight, a Chinese aviation startup backed by CATL, unveiled the Matrix eVTOL aircraft, positioning itself in China's emerging flying car market and low-altitude economy initiatives. These developments highlight China's growing influence and innovation in the global EV landscape.

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Tesla 30% Mercosur 40% AutoFlight ×250% Argentina ×260% Brazil 60% Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) ×380% China ×590%

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electric vehicles 100% china 90% catl 80% battery technology 70% flying cars 60% sodium-ion batteries 60% vehicle exports 50% evtol 50% autoflight 40%