La catena delle opzioni mostra i dati chiave delle opzioni azionarie di BYD a vari prezzi di esercizio e date di scadenza. I trader utilizzano queste informazioni per analizzare potenziali operazioni e valutare il sentiment del mercato per BYD..

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Founded in 1995, BYD is a leading Chinese manufacturer in the design, development, and production of new energy vehicles, or NEVs. In March 2022, the firm discontinued production of internal combustion engine, or ICE, vehicles. Its products primarily target the growing midpriced mass-market segment in China's passenger vehicle market. The company sold about 3 million passenger NEVs in 2023, accounting for 33% of the Chinese passenger NEV market. Besides automobile production, the company is also engaged in handset components and assembly services, as well as the rechargeable battery and photovoltaics business. After more than 25 years of development, the company has established over 30 industrial parks worldwide.

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Wedbush Securities predicts Tesla Inc.&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) artificial intelligence initiatives could see major gains under a Trump presidency, despite potential headwinds for the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41768178/donald-trump-defeats-kamala-harris-to-win-2024-election">broader electric vehicle sector</a>. 
What Happened: Dan Ives, a leading analyst at Wedbush Securities, projects that Donald Trump&#8216;s return to the White House could significantly boost Tesla&#8217;s AI ambitions, potentially unlocking &#8220;$1 trillion of incremental AI valuation&#8221; for the electric vehicle maker over the coming years.
However, the outlook for the broader EV industry appears mixed. Tesla CEO Elon Musk, who actively campaigned for Trump, has acknowledged that the incoming administration would likely eliminate EV subsidies and tax credits, as discussed during Tesla&#8217;s second-quarter earnings call.
&#8220;We believe Trump in the White House changes the landscape for Elon Musk and Tesla,&#8221; Ives said during an appearance on CNBC&#8217;s Squawk Street. The analyst characterized Musk&#8217;s alignment with Trump as a &#8220;major strategic bet&#8221; that could prove &#8220;very bullish for Tesla&#8217;s AI/autonomous story.&#8221;
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Why It Matters: The firm projects Tesla&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/41766869/trump-win-biggest-positive-for-elon-musks-tesla-tech-bull-says-it-could-boost-ev-gi">stock could see a $40-$50 price increase under a Trump presidency</a>, representing a potential upside of 16% to 20% based on current trading levels. Analysts attribute this positive outlook to Tesla&#8217;s established market position and manufacturing capabilities.
&#8220;We believe a Trump presidency would be an overall negative for the EV industry as likely the EV rebates/tax incentives get pulled,&#8221; Wedbush analysts wrote on Tuesday. &#8220;However, for Tesla, we see this as a potential positive with some caveats.&#8221;
Beyond Tesla, Ives anticipates significant AI initiatives that could benefit other <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/41766869/trump-win-biggest-positive-for-elon-musks-tesla-tech-bull-says-it-could-boost-ev-gi">major tech players</a>, including Microsoft Corp., Amazon.com Inc., Alphabet Inc.&#8216;s Google, and Palantir Technologies Inc.
The analysis comes as Trump prepares to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41768178/donald-trump-defeats-kamala-harris-to-win-2024-election">assume office as the 47th president of the United States</a>, marking a period of potential transformation for both the technology and automotive sectors.
Price Action: Tesla Inc. showcased a standout performance on Wednesday, closing up 14.75% at $288.53, marking a significant single-day gain that brought its year-to-date rise to 16.15%. 
In contrast, key U.S.-based EV competitors struggled considerably, including Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>) and Nio Inc. (NYSE: NIO). Rivian dropped 8.31% to $9.71, extending its challenging 2024 trajectory with a year-to-date decline of 53.98%. Nio fell 5.30% to $5.00, with a year-to-date slide of 40.62%.
Chinese EV maker Xpeng Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>) and leading Chinese hybrid-electric giant BYD Company (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) also experienced losses, albeit to a lesser extent. Xpeng closed down 3.98% at $12.30, while BYD dropped 4.53% to $71.93, though BYD remains a strong performer overall, up 33.95% year-to-date.
On the ETF side, Tesla&#8217;s momentum mirrored that of Simplify Volt RoboCar Disruption and Tech ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VCAR#NYSE">VCAR</a>), which surged 18.48% on Tuesday. However, the broader EV sector showed mixed results, with the SPDR S&amp;P Kensho Smart Mobility ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAIL#NYSE">HAIL</a>) increasing by only 1.23%, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) shares slid over 2% in pre-market trading on Monday after China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) data showed that its deliveries of China-made vehicles in October dropped 5.3% compared to the corresponding period last year.
What Happened: Tesla China sold 68,280 vehicles in October, including exports, CnEVPost <a href="https://cnevpost.com/2024/11/04/tesla-china-sells-68280-cars-oct-2024/">reported</a>, citing CPCA data. 
This is the lowest number of vehicles sold by Tesla China this year since April and marks a drop of 5.32% from October 2023 and a steep slide of 22.7% from September. 
Tesla&#8217;s rival BYD Co Ltd (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>), meanwhile, sold 502,657 new energy vehicles in October, including battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids, marking a growth of 66.5% from October 2023. 
Why It Matters: Elon Musk-led company&#8217;s gigafactory in Shanghai manufactures Model 3 and Model Y for sale in China as well as export to countries including the UK. According to Tesla's third-quarter shareholder report, the gigafactory in Shanghai has an annual vehicle production capacity of over 950,000 vehicles, implying a daily maximum capacity of about 2,603 vehicles.
For the full year 2023, Tesla delivered 1,808,581 vehicles around the globe. To mark a growth over last year, the company has to deliver at least 514,926 vehicles in the three months through the end of December.
Price Action: Tesla shares closed down 0.35% at $248.98 on Friday. The stock is up by 0.2% year-to-date, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>. 
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Tesla Shares Slide In Pre-Market As Sales Of Elon Musk-Led Company's Made-In-China EVs Drop In October

Chinese EV giant BYD Co Ltd (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDF#OTC">BYDDF</a>) hired over 200,000 people from August to October for car and components manufacturing and increased production by nearly 200,000 new energy vehicles, according to the company&#8217;s Executive Vice President He Zhiqi said on Weibo on Saturday.
What Happened: According to BYD, the company made over 1.3 million NEVs in the three months from August to October, compared to nearly 900,000 units that it manufactured in the corresponding period of last year.
New energy vehicles refer to both battery-electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids.
A whopping majority of the vehicles produced in the period were passenger plug-in hybrid vehicles. The company produced over 800,000 units of PHEVs in the period and nearly 500,000 battery-electric vehicles. 
Why It Matters: For the third quarter between July and September, BYD&#8217;s operating revenue rose 24% to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41647639/teslas-chinese-rival-byd-outshines-elon-musks-ev-giant-in-quarterly-revenue-for-first-time-since-202">201.12 billion yuan ($28.25 billion)</a>, the company said in a filing late last month.
BYD's American rival Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41501607/tesla-q3-earnings-highlights-eps-beat-revenue-miss-shares-climb-on-2025-timeline-for-lower-cost-evs">reported a total revenue</a> of only $25.18 billion in the same quarter, making it the first time since 2022 that BYD has trumped Elon Musk's EV giant in quarterly revenue. BYD stopped making combustion engine vehicles in March 2022 to focus on electric vehicles.
Despite reporting higher revenue than Tesla in the third quarter, BYD's net profit continues to trail behind<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41501607/tesla-q3-earnings-highlights-eps-beat-revenue-miss-shares-climb-on-2025-timeline-for-lower-cost-evs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;Tesla's net income of $2.167 billion</a>. The company reported a diluted earnings per share of 4 yuan (56 cents) for the quarter, lower than Tesla's adjusted earnings per share of 72 cents.
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Tesla Rival BYD Hired Over 200K Employees In 3 Months To Speed Up EV Production

Chinese EV giant BYD Co Ltd (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDF#OTC">BYDDF</a>) on Wednesday reported a net profit of $11.6 billion yuan ($1.63 billion) for the third quarter, marking a growth of 11.5% from the corresponding period last year.
What Happened: Operating revenue of BYD rose 24% in the period to 201.12 billion yuan ($28.25 billion), the company said in a filing.
BYD&#8217;s American rival Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) reported a total revenue of only $25.18 billion in the same quarter, making this the first time since 2022 that BYD has trumped Elon Musk&#8217;s EV giant in quarterly revenue. BYD stopped making combustion engine vehicles in March 2022 to focus on electric vehicles.
BYD, however, sells plug-in hybrids in addition to battery electric vehicles. Tesla, on the other hand, sells only battery-powered electric vehicles. 
BYD sold 1.13 million vehicles worldwide in the third quarter with BEVs accounting for 443,426 of it. Tesla, however, trumped BYD in battery electric vehicle sales with 462,890 units delivered in the period. 
Why It Matters: In the last quarter of 2023, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/01/36839203/warren-buffett-backed-byd-sees-higher-profits-for-fy23-after-taking-over-tesla-as-biggest-ev-seller">BYD had trumped Tesla in BEV sales</a> and its revenue for the period closed in on Tesla&#8217;s but missed narrowly. The American EV giant reclaimed the title of the world&#8217;s best-selling BEV maker in the first quarter of 2024 and has been holding on to it since. 
Despite reporting higher revenue than Tesla in the third quarter, BYD&#8217;s net profit continues to trail behind<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41501607/tesla-q3-earnings-highlights-eps-beat-revenue-miss-shares-climb-on-2025-timeline-for-lower-cost-evs"> Tesla&#8217;s net income of $2.167 billion</a>. The company reported a diluted earnings per share of 4 yuan (56 cents) for the quarter, lower than Tesla&#8217;s adjusted earnings per share of 72 cents. 
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Chinese EV Behemoth BYD Tops Tesla's Revenue For First Time Since 2022 In Q3

Growth stocks are attractive to many investors, as above-average financial growth helps these stocks easily grab the market&#39;s attention and produce exceptional returns. But finding a great growth stock is not easy at all.
In addition to volatility, these stocks carry above-average risk by their very nature. Also, one could end up losing from a stock whose growth story is actually over or nearing its end.
However, the Zacks Growth Style Score (part of the <a href="https://www.zacks.com/style-scores-education/" target="_blank">Zacks Style Scores</a> system), which looks beyond the traditional growth attributes to analyze a company&#39;s real growth prospects, makes it pretty easy to find cutting-edge growth stocks.
Byd Co., Ltd. (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/byddy#OTC">BYDDY</a>) is on the list of such stocks currently recommended by our proprietary system. In addition to a favorable Growth Score, it carries a top Zacks Rank.
Research shows that stocks carrying the best growth features consistently beat the market. And for stocks that have a combination of a Growth Score of A or B and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy), returns are even better.
While there are numerous reasons why the stock of this company is a great growth pick right now, we have highlighted three of the most important factors below:
<h3>Earnings Growth</h3>
Earnings growth is arguably the most important factor, as stocks exhibiting exceptionally surging profit levels tend to attract the attention of most investors. And for growth investors, double-digit earnings growth is definitely preferable, and often an indication of strong prospects (and stock price gains) for the company under consideration.
While the historical EPS growth rate for Byd Co. is 129.7%, investors should actually focus on the projected growth. The company&#39;s EPS is expected to grow 19.5% this year, crushing the industry average, which calls for EPS growth of -8.1%.
<h3>Impressive Asset Utilization Ratio</h3>
Asset utilization ratio -- also known as sales-to-total-assets (S/TA) ratio -- is often overlooked by investors, but it is an important indicator in growth investing. This metric exhibits how efficiently a firm is utilizing its assets to generate sales.
Right now, Byd Co. has an S/TA ratio of 1.04, which means that the company gets $1.04 in sales for each dollar in assets. Comparing this to the industry average of 0.61, it can be said that the company is more efficient.
While the level of efficiency in generating sales matters a lot, so does the sales growth of a company. And Byd Co. is well positioned from a sales growth perspective too. The company&#39;s sales are expected to grow 21.9% this year versus the industry average of 0.3%.
<h3>Promising Earnings Estimate Revisions</h3>
Superiority of a stock in terms of the metrics outlined above can be further validated by looking at the trend in earnings estimate revisions. A positive trend is of course favorable here. Empirical research shows that there is a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.
There have been upward revisions in current-year earnings estimates for Byd Co. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year has surged 2.4% over the past month.
<h3>Bottom Line</h3>
While the overall earnings estimate revisions have made Byd Co. a Zacks Rank #1 stock, it has earned itself a Growth Score of B based on a number of factors, including the ones discussed above.
You can see <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stocks/buy-list/?ADID=zp_1link&amp;ICID=zpi _1link" target="_blank">the complete list of today&#39;s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here</a>.
This combination indicates that Byd Co. is a potential outperformer and a solid choice for growth investors.
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Chinese researchers have successfully used&nbsp;D-Wave‘s quantum annealing systems to break classic encryption RSA, potentially accelerating the timeline for when quantum computers could pose a&nbsp;real threat to widely <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41325429/chinese-researchers-use-quantum-computers-to-reportedly-crack-rsa-encryption-raising-alarms-in-cyber" rel="noreferrer noopener">used cryptographic systems</a>.
Republican presidential nominee&nbsp;Donald Trump's&nbsp;2024 campaign has decided not to advertise on&nbsp;Snap Inc.&#8216;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNAP#NYSE">SNAP</a>) Snapchat, a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41373962/trump-campaigns-snapchat-absence-potentially-gives-harris-edge-among-young-voters" rel="noreferrer noopener">platform favored by young voters</a>.
Amid growing concerns from the U.S. about the potential diversion of advanced chip technology to China, the UAE has assured its commitment <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41350661/amid-fear-of-chinas-access-to-nvidia-amd-chips-through-middle-east-this-ceo-assures-uae-reliable-par" rel="noreferrer noopener">to safeguarding these technologies</a>.
The assurance comes as the Biden administration considers imposing restrictions on chip sales from NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41323155/nvidia-amd-face-chip-export-curbs-as-biden-administration-considers-restrictions-on-middle-east-coun">to the Middle East</a>.
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The latest figures from Circana reveal a dip in U.S. video game spending for August 2024, with total expenditure dropping 7% year-on-year to&nbsp;$4.1 billion. Hardware sales fell 36%,<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/10/41319267/us-gaming-market-sees-7-spending-decline-in-august-madden-nfl-25-debut-a-bright-spot" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> driven by a 41% decline in Switch sales</a>.
Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) discontinued its $1 for 14 days Game Pass trial just before the launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, which is set to release directly<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/10/41365519/microsoft-ends-1-game-pass-trial-ahead-of-call-of-duty-black-ops-6-launch" rel="noreferrer noopener"> on&nbsp;Game Pass next week</a>.
Microsoft settles the antitrust lawsuit over its $69 billion Activision Blizzard acquisition, with <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/10/41342256/microsoft-settles-antitrust-lawsuit-filed-by-gamers-over-activision-blizzard-acquisition" rel="noreferrer noopener">undisclosed terms and no refiling allowed</a>.
Microsoft is set to expand its cloud gaming capabilities by introducing support for player-owned Xbox games, a long-anticipated feature that will allow users to stream titles <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/10/41318405/microsoft-to-test-cloud-gaming-for-owned-xbox-games-in-november-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">from their&nbsp;personal game libraries</a>.
Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EA#NASDAQ">EA</a>) will shut down Plants vs. Zombies 3 on November 15, 2024, halting downloads and in-app purchases in<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/10/41365831/plants-vs-zombies-3-servers-shut-down-as-ea-plans-major-overhaul" rel="noreferrer noopener"> preparation for a&nbsp;"major overhaul."</a>
Riot Games, the studio behind&nbsp;League of Legends, announced a series of layoffs affecting its League of Legends PC development team, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/gaming/24/10/41367265/riot-games-lays-off-27-developers-as-part-of-league-of-legends-restructure" rel="noreferrer noopener">alongside plans for&nbsp;future expansion</a>.
Bandai Namco Holdings, Inc. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCBDY#OTC">NCBDY</a>) faces workforce shifts and project cancellations despite the success of Dragon B<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/10/41344105/inside-bandai-namcos-workforce-struggles-100-staff-members-quit-during-project-overhauls" rel="noreferrer noopener">all Z: Sparking! Zero&#8217;s 3 million unit sales</a>.
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Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) reportedly had a secret partnership with Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer&nbsp;BYD Co Ltd&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) to create <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41372383/apple-had-a-hush-hush-relationship-with-teslas-chinese-rival-byd-for-now-abandoned-car-plans-cuperti" rel="noreferrer noopener">long-range electric vehicle batteries</a>.
Apple is expanding its payment offerings within Apple Pay, providing users with more flexible online and&nbsp;in-app purchase options. The company is introducing installment loan features and increasing the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/fintech/24/10/41385123/apple-pay-expands-buy-now-pay-later-with-affirm-adds-support-for-third-party-browsers-and-more" rel="noreferrer noopener">availability of rewards programs</a>.
Apple unveiled the&nbsp;upgraded version&nbsp;of its&nbsp;iPad Mini, marking the first significant upgrade to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41349691/apple-mini-gets-an-ai-upgrade-3-years-after-last-facelift-price-starts-at-499" rel="noreferrer noopener">the compact tablet since 2021</a>.
Apple has set a new sales record for its&nbsp;iPhone&nbsp;during the third quarter of 2024, coinciding with a broader <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41328252/apples-iphone-16-powers-record-sales-in-q3-just-behind-samsung-in-global-market-share-battle" rel="noreferrer noopener">recovery in the global smartphone market</a>.
Apple is reportedly ramping up its efforts to compete with&nbsp;Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>). The iPhone maker&#8217;s discounted version of the&nbsp;first-generation mixed-reality&nbsp;headset,&nbsp;Vision Pro, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41306527/apples-low-cost-vision-pro-could-hit-the-shelves-next-year-everything-you-need-to-know-about-iphone" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">could be ready by next year</a>.
Apple has terminated its self-driving vehicle testing permit in California. The decision follows the company's&nbsp;earlier<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41309072/apple-poured-1b-a-year-into-its-car-project-before-abandoning-it-tim-cooks-company-now-pulls-plug-on" rel="noreferrer noopener"> abandonment&nbsp;of its electric vehicle project</a>.
Apple is reportedly experiencing a shortage in inventory&nbsp;for several of its products,&nbsp;leading to speculation about the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/10/41322912/apple-to-launch-new-macbooks-pro-ipad-minis-and-imacs-analyst-says-inventory-dwindling-for-these-giz" rel="noreferrer noopener">imminent launch of new models</a>.
Samsung Electronics Co Ltd.&nbsp;(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SSNLF#OTC">SSNLF</a>) is reportedly preparing to unveil its "Special Edition"&nbsp;Galaxy <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41374294/apple-rival-samsung-to-unfold-special-edition-of-its-latest-flagship-foldable-phone" rel="noreferrer noopener">Z Fold 6&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41374294/apple-rival-samsung-to-unfold-special-edition-of-its-latest-flagship-foldable-phone" rel="noreferrer noopener">as&nbsp;early as next week</a>.
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YouTube, a subsidiary of&nbsp;Alphabet Inc.&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) Google, is extending its "Premium Lite" plan to additional countries, offering a more <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41373073/youtubes-premium-lite-plan-that-removes-some-ads-but-doesnt-offer-any-other-perks-is-rolling-out-to" rel="noreferrer noopener">affordable subscription with fewer ads</a>.
YouTube&nbsp;has unveiled a significant update that introduces a range of new features designed to enhance the user experience and foster a stronger connection between <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/10/41350347/youtube-rolls-out-new-features-including-sleep-timer-collaborative-playlists-and-enhanced-m" rel="noreferrer noopener">creators and their audiences</a>.
Google&nbsp;has requested the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals to put a stop to the impending changes mandated by Judge&nbsp;James Donato's&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41375089/google-urges-9th-circuit-to-halt-dangerous-epic-ruling-cites-substantial-new-security-risks" rel="noreferrer noopener">ruling in the Epic v. Google case</a>.
Google&nbsp;has officially begun rolling out Android 15, the latest version of its&nbsp;mobile operating system, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41350862/google-rolls-out-android-15-with-theft-detection-lock-privacy-features-for-sensitive-apps-and-more" rel="noreferrer noopener">to Pixel devices today</a>.
Meta confirmed layoffs across multiple teams, including&nbsp;Instagram,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41375934/meta-confirms-layoffs-across-instagram-whatsapp-and-reality-labs-amid-strategic-reshuffle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">WhatsApp</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41375934/meta-confirms-layoffs-across-instagram-whatsapp-and-reality-labs-amid-strategic-reshuffle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">, and&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41375934/meta-confirms-layoffs-across-instagram-whatsapp-and-reality-labs-amid-strategic-reshuffle" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Reality Labs</a>.
On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge&nbsp;Yvonne Gonzalez&nbsp;Rogers&nbsp;in California rejected Meta's attempt to dismiss the claims made&nbsp;in two separate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41349398/mark-zuckerbergs-meta-to-face-lawsuits-over-teen-social-media-addiction-judge-rejects-dismissal-moti" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">lawsuits filed&nbsp;last year</a>. The lawsuits involving over 30 states,&nbsp;including California, New York, and Florida, accuse Meta of contributing to mental health issues among teenagers by making its platforms addictive.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd.&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) reportedly started manufacturing A16 chips for&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;at its Phoenix, Arizona facility. This move is part of the U.S. strategy to<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41356479/apple-spark-hope-for-americas-semiconductor-comeback-key-supplier-tsmc-reportedly-begins-producing-c" rel="noreferrer noopener"> enhance domestic semiconductor production</a>.
Sebastien Bubeck, the vice president of GenAI research at&nbsp;Microsoft is set t<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41322687/sam-altman-led-openai-welcomes-microsofts-genai-research-vp-following-wave-of-executive-departures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">o join&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41322687/sam-altman-led-openai-welcomes-microsofts-genai-research-vp-following-wave-of-executive-departures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ChatGPT</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41322687/sam-altman-led-openai-welcomes-microsofts-genai-research-vp-following-wave-of-executive-departures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">-parent,&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41322687/sam-altman-led-openai-welcomes-microsofts-genai-research-vp-following-wave-of-executive-departures" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">OpenAI</a>.
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Consumer Tech News (Oct 14-18): Biden Administration Considers Imposing Restrictions On Chip Sales, Apple Inks Secret Deal With BYD & More

Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) has dominated the electric vehicle sector for years, but is seeing its global market share under pressure in China and other territories with Chinese EV companies <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/40669363/teslas-china-rivals-report-steady-august-sales-performance-amid-intense-price-competition-what-i">launching low-cost models.</a>
What Happened: Tesla and the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/electric-vehicles">electric vehicle sector </a>could have another rival soon with Chinese company Skywell unveiling new electric vehicles at the 2024 Paris Auto Show this week.
Skywell may not be a household name in the U.S. yet, but there's a chance that consumers are familiar with the company's Skyworth affordable televisions that are sold in America by Walmart and Amazon.
Skywell unveiled the Q hatchback electric vehicle at the auto show, as <a href="https://electrek.co/2024/10/17/this-maker-of-cheap-tvs-just-launched-a-solid-looking-ev/">reported </a>by Electrek. The vehicle could compete against other similar electric vehicle offerings like the VW ID.3, Cupra Born and BYD Dolphin, according to the report.
The Q is expected to go on sale in 2025 in Europe and be "competitively priced." While not all details have been released, the report notes that a larger battery option available could provide up to 300 miles of range and the 0-60mph time is quicker than the strong-selling BYD Dolphin.
The company best known for its televisions and electronics previously launched the BE11 in the U.K. and sold electric vehicles in Israel previously, Electrek reported.
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Why It's Important: While it's early into the Q launch phase, the Electrek report said the vehicle looks to be a potential contender in the electric vehicle space.
While a transition from making affordable televisions to affordable electric vehicles may sound like a stretch, many technology companies have evolved from their early roots.
Electrek shares the examples of BYD Co (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) previously making mobile phones before cars, and Volvo owner Geely making refrigerator parts before vehicles. Let's not forget that Nintendo got its start as a playing cards company before getting into video games.
How the company got its start shouldn&#8217;t be the concern here for Tesla and other EV makers, the major concern should be the potential lower price point. 
The Skywell vehicle might not hit the market and might never be available for sale in the U.S. The potential release and focus on a lower price point will likely put the potential vehicle in competition with BYD and other Chinese electric vehicle companies.
These Chinese companies continue to put pressure on Tesla's global market share. While Tesla has been competitive on pricing for years thanks to its vertical integration, the company is getting beat in price by several models in the competitive battle for market share and units sold.
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Tesla Has A New Chinese Electric Vehicle Competitor: How A Company That Used To Sell Cheap TVs Is Entering EV Race

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) reportedly had a secret partnership with Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD Co Ltd (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDF#OTC">BYDDF</a>) to create long-range electric vehicle batteries.
What Happened: The partnership started in 2017 and aimed to develop a battery system using lithium iron phosphate cells, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-10-16/apple-secretly-worked-with-china-s-byd-on-long-range-ev-battery?srnd=undefined">reported</a> Bloomberg, citing people familiar with the matter.
While Apple does not own any technology used in BYD&#8217;s current Blade batteries, this development proves Cupertino's efforts to produce a car.
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Previously, it was reported that the tech giant spent <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37528093/apple-poured-1b-a-year-into-car-project-concocted-by-steve-jobs-for-a-decade-before-realizing-it-nee">roughly $1 billion annually</a> over the past decade on its car project, known internally as "Titan," before pulling the plug.
Today, BYD&#8217;s entire car lineup is powered by the Blade system — a battery pack design shaped by insights gained from its Apple collaboration, the report noted.
Eventually, Apple decided to back away from the partnership and consider systems from other battery manufacturers.
In February, it was reported that the iPhone-maker had abandoned the project.
Apple and BYD did not immediately respond to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga&#8217;s</a> request for comments.
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Why It Matters: Earlier this week it was reported that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41309072/apple-poured-1b-a-year-into-its-car-project-before-abandoning-it-tim-cooks-company-now-pulls-plug-on">Apple has terminated</a> its self-driving vehicle testing permit, which was granted in 2017.
The seeds of Apple Car were sowed by the company's legendary co-founder Steve Jobs, who wanted the tech giant to create "this generation's Volkswagen Beetle."
Now, while Apple has canceled the project, it continues to innovate in the automotive space. For example, in July 2024, it was reported that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/40009035/months-after-shelving-decade-long-apple-car-project-iphone-maker-patents-camera-system-to-project-li">Apple had patented a novel camera</a> system for cars.
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Apple Had A Hush-Hush Relationship With Tesla's Chinese-Rival BYD For Now-Abandoned Car Plans — Cupertino Poured Nearly $1B Each Year For A Decade Into The Project

Leading Chinese carmakers have dismissed the idea of challenging Europe&#8217;s legacy manufacturers with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41311787/tesla-rival-byd-slams-eu-tariffs-on-chinese-evs-needs-more-positive-education-trust-is-low">cheaper electric vehicles</a>.
What Happened: At the Paris motor show, Chinese carmakers, including Xpeng Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>) and Guangzhou Automobile Group Co. Ltd. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GNZUF#OTC">GNZUF</a>), emphasized their long-term commitment to the European market. This comes amidst a trade war between Beijing and Brussels and fears of a potential &#8220;invasion,&#8221; <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/f0e8cf38-c5b3-4288-b9b3-4f12132628d3">reported</a> the Financial Times on Sunday.
&#8220;We&#8217;re a 10-year-old company. We&#8217;re not going to overthrow anybody who&#8217;s developed over 100 years,&#8221; said Xpeng co-president Brian Gu, while showcasing an electric saloon with advanced artificial intelligence technology. He added that Xpeng aims to be the provider of &#8220;premium electric vehicles&#8221; in Europe and does not intend to compete on price.
Chinese state-owned carmaker GAC, which is also making inroads in the region, echoed a similar sentiment, emphasizing the potential economic benefits of its entry into the European markets and its willingness to collaborate with European suppliers.
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These statements come amid growing political anxiety in Europe over the potential risks posed to the region&#8217;s industry. In early October, EU member states <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39635158/eu-imposes-provisional-duties-of-as-much-as-37-6-on-chinese-ev-imports">agreed on tariffs of up to 45% on Chinese EVs</a> in an effort to counter their advance. This has led to a series of profit warnings from local manufacturers.
Why It Matters: The European Union&#8217;s protectionist stance against Chinese EVs has been a point of contention in the industry. The EU&#8217;s decision on tariffs for Chinese EVs could potentially lead to a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41143690/european-tariffs-on-chinas-ev-makers-could-backfire">wider trade war with China</a>, as the 27-member bloc&#8217;s protectionist stance could hurt its export-dependent companies, and its EV targets, and threaten critical raw material supplies.
China has also <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40914629/china-warns-eu-tariffs-on-evs-will-harm-trade-with-germany">warned the EU</a> about the potential negative impacts on trade, especially with Germany, if the EU imposes tariffs on Chinese EVs. The situation has raised concerns about increased costs for consumers and potential impacts on the automotive market.
Meanwhile, Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) rival BYD Co. Ltd. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDF#OTC">BYDDF</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41311787/tesla-rival-byd-slams-eu-tariffs-on-chinese-evs-needs-more-positive-education-trust-is-low">slammed the proposed EU tariffs</a> on Chinese-made EVs, warning that they could increase costs and discourage buyers. This warning comes as European and Chinese automakers compete at the Paris car show, the largest in Europe, during a time of weak demand and rising costs.
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Tesla's Chinese Rivals Move To Calm Fears Of An European 'Invasion' That Threatens Legacy Players: 'Not Going To Overthrow Anybody Who's Developed Over 100 Years'

Tesla&#8217;s Chinese rivals slammed the proposed European Union tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) during Paris Car Show. The situation has raised concerns about increased costs for consumers and potential impacts on the automotive market.
What Happened: The European Union&#8217;s proposed tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles could increase costs and discourage buyers, warned BYD (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDF#OTC">BYDDF</a>) on Monday. This warning comes as European and Chinese automakers compete at the Paris car show, the largest in Europe, during a time of weak demand and rising costs, Reuters reported.
BYD Executive Vice President Stella Li expressed concerns over the tariffs.
&#8220;Europe&#8217;s EV market needs more positive education &#8230; trust is low. The problem is the high price, and that the European Union now charges tariffs,&#8221; Li slammed.
She emphasized that the tariffs could prevent less affluent individuals from purchasing EVs. Nine Chinese brands, including BYD and Leapmotor, are showcasing their latest models at the event, as reported by Paris auto show CEO Serge Gachot.
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Earlier this month, EU member states narrowly approved import duties on Chinese-made EVs of up to 45%, aiming to counter alleged unfair subsidies from Beijing. However, China denies these claims and has threatened retaliatory measures. Despite the tariff concerns, Chinese automakers are continuing their European expansion plans, with GAC (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GNZUF#OTC">GNZUF</a>) and Leapmotor announcing ambitious sales targets in Europe.
Why It Matters: The European Union&#8217;s decision to impose tariffs on Chinese EVs has sparked significant debate. The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41182675/tesla-byd-and-other-ev-stocks-to-watch-as-eu-votes-to-approve-tariffs-on-chinese-ev-imports">European Commission</a> announced earlier this month that the tariffs, reaching up to 35.3%, were supported by EU member states. This move aims to address perceived unfair subsidies by China. However, the tariffs have drawn criticism from various quarters, including <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40810974/us-ally-urges-eu-to-reconsider-tariffs-on-chinese-evs-we-dont-need-another-war">Spain&#8217;s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez</a>, who urged the EU to reconsider its stance to avoid escalating trade tensions. The ongoing dispute highlights the delicate balance between protecting domestic industries and maintaining international trade relations. As Chinese automakers continue their push into the European market, the outcome of this tariff battle could have lasting implications for the global EV industry.
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Tesla Rival BYD Slams EU Tariffs On Chinese EVs: 'Needs More Positive Education...Trust Is Low'

Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDF#OTC">BYDDF</a>) is setting ambitious targets for the Mexican market, aiming to sell 100,000 electric vehicles by 2025. This comes despite potential tariff challenges from former President Donald Trump that could impact the company&#8217;s growth strategy.
What Happened: Jorge Vallejo, who leads BYD&#8217;s operations in Mexico, announced plans to sell 50,000 EVs in the country this year, with a goal to double that figure by 2025, Reuters reported on Wednesday. Vallejo also mentioned that BYD plans to reveal the location of its first Mexican factory by the end of the year. The facility is expected to initially produce 150,000 vehicles, with a potential expansion to increase output by another 150,000 units.
This comes at a time when Trump has vowed to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40913456/trump-vows-200-tariffs-on-chinese-made-cars-in-mexico-warns-of-us-auto-industry-collapse-if-kamala-h">impose 200% tariffs</a> on Chinese made cars in Mexico if he wins the 2024 Presidential election.
BYD, which began importing vehicles to Mexico last year, is seeking an extension of tariff relief for its EV imports. Despite the looming threat of tariffs, the company remains optimistic about its expansion in the Mexican market.
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Why It Matters: BYD&#8217;s expansion plans in Mexico are part of a broader strategy to navigate global tariff challenges. Earlier this year, BYD reportedly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/40693961/chinas-ev-giant-byd-reportedly-delays-mexico-move-eyes-us-election-results-before-big-investment">delayed significant investments</a> in Mexico, awaiting the outcome of the U.S. elections. This cautious approach reflects the uncertainties posed by fluctuating American policies.
In July, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39662998/chinese-ev-makers-pivot-to-africa-amid-eu-and-us-tariff-hurdles">Chinese EV manufacturers</a>, including BYD, began exploring alternative markets like Africa due to increased tariffs from the EU and U.S. These protectionist measures have prompted Chinese companies to diversify their market presence.
Despite these hurdles, BYD has shown resilience, with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/10/41191924/chinese-ev-stocks-li-auto-byd-nio-to-benefit-from-rebound-analyst">analysts predicting a rebound</a> in the Chinese EV market. BYD&#8217;s aggressive global expansion and new model launches are expected to sustain its growth momentum, underscoring the company&#8217;s strategic adaptability in the face of international trade challenges.
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BYD Targets 100K EV Sales In Mexico By 2025 As Trump Vows 200% Tariffs On Chinese-Made Cars In North American Nation

Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tsla#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) is having its Robotaxi Day this week. The &lsquo;We, Robot&rsquo; event will be held on October 10th&nbsp;in Hollywood as Tesla booked the massive&nbsp;Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. Studios to unveil its latest model. Considering the impressive venue and the fact&nbsp;that Tesla had delayed this&nbsp;event in order to make some important changes, expectations are high and there are many speculations of what the EV king plans to unveil, the day promises to be &quot;one&nbsp;for the history books&quot;.
Optimizing the charging process.&nbsp;
Yet, the week got kicked off by Nissan Motor Co Ltd (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nsany#OTC">NSANY</a>)&nbsp;deciding to join Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bmwyy#OTC">BMWYY</a>), Ford Motor (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/f#NYSE">F</a>), and Honda Motor Co (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/hmc#NYSE">HMC</a>), or more precisely the trio&rsquo;s EV integration joint venture.&nbsp;Through its investment, Nissan revealed it will become an equal 25% investor&nbsp;in ChargeScape. BMW and Honda had presented ChargeScape&rsquo;s software that optimizes charging. Through ChargeScape, BMW, Honda, Ford and now Nissan, will provide bidirectional charging, allowing EVs to send power back to the grid when needed, while optimizing the charging process by coordinating with real-time grid demands. Also, BMW, Ford, Honda and Nissan will be providing financial incentives to EV owners to reduce energy use during peak times.&nbsp;
Bringing more clean energy to the EV table.
Having already established a reputation for its &lsquo;made-in-the-USA&rsquo; hybrid and clean energy solutions for light trucks, Worksport Ltd. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/wksp#NASDAQ">WKSP</a>) is preparing for a market release of its solar-powered tonneau cover, SOLIS&nbsp;&nbsp;and the COR portable energy system. This clean energy power duo that promises off-grid power on the go has the potential to propel Worksport&rsquo;s mid to long-term revenues. Worksport already has an ongoing collaboration with Hyundai who secured access to these groundbreaking accessories. Also, Worksport will be releasing one of the most in-demand tonneau cover models, AL4 premium tonneau Cover, in the fourth quarter, with innovative four-fold design that offers enhanced functionality and ease of the use. By launching three new product lines, Worksport is aiming to strengthen its positioning and expand market reach. In the fourth quarter, Worksport will also be implementing cost-saving measures to&nbsp;enhance margins and&nbsp;lower operational overhead&nbsp;without compromising growth. With these key strategic advances that will undoubtedly accelerate revenue growth and boost margings, Worksport is aiming for&nbsp;cash flow positivity un 2025.&nbsp;
While Tesla still holds the EV crown, long gone are the days it had the EV throne to itself. Besides already sharing the crown with BYD Company Limited (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/byddy#OTC">BYDDY</a>) on some fronts, both traditional automakers and newcomers are also shaping the EV landscape that is in the making, such as Worksport whose SOLIS and COR off-grid clean power duo promises to revolutionize the pickup experience altogether.&nbsp;
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The EV Evolution Goes On With New Developments

Shares of Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/rivn#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>) fell 3.2% to $10.44 after it announced third-quarter 2024 production and delivery results and lowered its 2024 production guidance. The electric vehicle maker produced 13,157 vehicles at its manufacturing facility in Normal, IL, down from 16,304 units in the same quarter of 2023.
It delivered 10,018 vehicles, down from 15,564 units in the same period last year. Deliveries also missed expectations. FactSet&#39;s compiled analyst estimates anticipated third-quarter deliveries of 13,000 vehicles.
The company is facing production issues due to a component shortage on the R1 and RCV platforms. The supply shortage, which started in the third quarter, has worsened in recent weeks. As a result, Rivian now expects its annual vehicle production in the range of 47,000-49,000 units, down from the previous projection of 57,000 units. However, it maintains its annual delivery estimate in the range of 50,500-52,000 vehicles.
In June, Rivian announced a $5 billion joint venture with Volkswagen AG (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vwagy#OTC">VWAGY</a>), a global automotive giant. The collaboration will focus on software and electrical architecture design and development. However, the partnership will not cover battery technology, propulsion systems, high-voltage platforms, or autonomous driving. Per the JV, Volkswagen will initially invest $1 billion, followed by an additional $4 billion. Rivian anticipates finalizing the JV in the fourth quarter.
<h2>RIVN Applies for Federal Loan to Fund Factory Construction</h2>
The EV maker has applied for a federal loan to help fund the construction of an EV factory in Georgia, per a filing with the U.S. Department of Energy. Although Rivian has submitted the application, the department has not made a final call and the filing did not specify the loan amount or terms.
The factory is expected to begin partial operations in the third quarter of 2027, with full operation of its first production capacity block by 2028. Rivian had paused construction of the $5 billion Georgia plant to expedite the production of vehicles on the R2 midsize platform and to conserve cash. To save $2.25 billion and boost production, Rivian shifted manufacturing of the R2 midsize SUV, which will compete with Tesla&#39;s Model Y, to its Illinois facility. The production of R2 is scheduled to begin in 2026.
Rivian had secured $827 million in incentives from the State of Illinois to expand its Normal facility, where it also produces electric delivery vans for Amazon. In 2022, the company secured $1.5 billion in state and local incentives for the Georgia plant.
<h2>Rivian&#39;s Zacks Rank &amp; Key Picks</h2>
RIVN currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Some better-ranked stocks in the auto space are Blue Bird Corporation (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/blbd#NASDAQ">BLBD</a>) and BYD Company Limited (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/byddy#OTC">BYDDY</a>), each sporting a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BLBD&#39;s 2024 sales and earnings suggests year-over-year growth of 17.58% and 215.89%, respectively. EPS estimates for 2024 and 2025 have improved by 65 cents and 80 cents, respectively, in the past 60 days.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BYDDY&#39;s 2024 sales and earnings suggests year-over-year growth of 21.88% and 17.12%, respectively. EPS estimates for 2024 and 2025 have each improved by a penny in the past 30 days.
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Rivian Shares Fall 3% After It Slashes 2024 Production Guidance

European Union&#8217;s member states have expressed sufficient support for imposing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41143690/european-tariffs-on-chinas-ev-makers-could-backfire">definitive additional tariffs of up to 35.3%</a> on China-made battery electric vehicle imports, the European Commission said in a statement on Friday. 
What Happened: &#8220;Today, the European Commission&#8217;s proposal to impose definitive countervailing duties on imports of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) from China has obtained the necessary support from EU Member States for the adoption of tariffs,&#8221; the commission said. 
The commission added that it would continue to work with China to find an alternative solution. 
EU first announced that it would impose tariffs on China-made EVs in June, alleging that EV manufacturers in China benefit from &#8220;unfair subsidies&#8221; and that their cheaper offerings pose a threat to European manufacturers. Provisional duties were imposed in July. 
Potentially Impacted Stocks: The stocks that might potentially be affected by the definitive tariffs <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40914629/china-warns-eu-tariffs-on-evs-will-harm-trade-with-germany">include</a>:
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<li>Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>): Tesla, in addition to manufacturing within Germany, also imports vehicles into Europe from its gigafactory in Shanghai. EU has slapped an additional tariff of 7.8% on Tesla EVs made in China and sold in Europe.</li>
<li>Nio Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>) and Xpeng Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>): Shanghai-based Nio and Guangzhou-based XPeng also export their vehicles from China into Europe.</li>
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Other automakers to be impacted by the tariffs include BMW, Volkswagen, and SAIC Motors.
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Tesla, BYD, And Other EV Stocks To Watch As EU Votes To Approve Tariffs On Chinese EV Imports

Five out of China&rsquo;s six biggest EV makers posted record sales in September. Fueled by discounts and promotions, the Chinese EV pack led by BYD Company Limited (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/byddy#OTC">BYDDY</a>)&nbsp;revived demand. While Li Auto Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/li#NASDAQ">LI</a>) and Xpeng Inc (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/xpev#NYSE">XPEV</a>) also had a record sales month,&nbsp;Nio Inc (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/nio#NYSE">NIO</a>) was the only major Chinese carmaker that missed hitting record deliveries, but had sales grow by more than 35%.&nbsp;
BYD continues to race to take over Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/tsla#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>).
According to CnEVPost, BYD sold as many as 419,426 NEVs which include both EVs and plug-in-hybrids (PHEVs). Besides being the fourth straight month that BYD posted record sales, it is also the first time that BYD hit the 400,000 milestone in monthly sales. BYD also reached the 1 million mark in shipped vehicles in a single quarter. Keeping up with the larger trend to combat the EV slowdown, BYD also reported its hybrid sales went up more than 86% YoY. However, EV sales continued to pick up, rising 9% YoY and 11% from August.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Li Auto also had a month of bumper sales.
In September, Li Auto&nbsp;shipped a record 53,709 vehicles, which translates to a YoY rise of 48.94%. With this figure, Li Auto exceeded its prior record from July by 5%.&nbsp;
This means that Leapmotor posted its fourth consecutive monthly sales record.
In September, Stellantis N.V. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/stla#NYSE">STLA</a>)-backed Leapmotor delivered 33,767 NEVs, which translates to a YoY increase of 113.7%.
Putting EVs aside, hybrid makers are emerging as winners on the mainland.
While BYD reached glory thanks to its affordable EVs, it continues to expand its portfolio, including pickups and luxury models, challenging Tesla who will report its full third quarter earnings on October 23rd. After two quarters of declines, Tesla sales seem to be picking up. For the three-month period ending in September, Tesla made 469,796 vehicles and delivered 462,890 of them, which means production rose 14.4% and deliveries grew 5.8% from the second quarter. &nbsp;
But before it releases the full figure third quarter report, Tesla will be revealing its long-awaited robotaxi on October 10th&nbsp;and provide a glimpse of its future and new identity as an AI and robotics company. But while its rivals continue to set new records, Tesla reported a smaller-than-expected rise in third quarter deliveries.&nbsp;
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September Brings New Records For Chinese EV Makers

The European Union is set to <a href="https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20240930-eu-states-plan-friday-vote-on-chinese-ev-tariffs">vote on Friday</a> on whether to back final tariffs on China's electric vehicle (EV) makers.&nbsp;
The EU <a href="https://europeancapitalinsights.substack.com/p/european-tariffs-on-chinas-ev-makers?r=3nmatg">wants to protect its automobile makers</a> against the increasing number of less expensive Chinese EVs entering the market. Of the total <a href="https://think.ing.com/articles/what-the-eus-tariffs-on-chinese-electric-vehicles-could-mean-for-energy-transition/">EV imports to the EU in 2023</a>, 54%&nbsp;originate from China.
But the 27-member bloc's protectionist stance could cause a wider trade war with China. That could hurt the EU's export-dependent companies, its EV targets and threaten critical raw material supplies.&nbsp;
The European Commission (EC)<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/04/business/european-union-china-ev-tariffs.html"> imposed provisional tariffs on China's EVs</a> in July <a href="https://asia.nikkei.com/Economy/Trade/China-Europe-in-EV-tariff-stare-down-as-Beijing-drops-retaliation-hints">despite Beijing's previous warning</a> that it would retaliate.
Beijing has denied that it improperly subsidizes EV companies, arguing that its leading role in EVs results from efficient manufacturing.
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<a href="https://think.ing.com/articles/what-the-eus-tariffs-on-chinese-electric-vehicles-could-mean-for-energy-transition/">Source</a>: JATO Dynamics, BNEF, ING Research
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Europe-China EV Talks Stall</h3>
So far, both sides have been unable to compromise on their EV trade differences.&nbsp;
The EU's Commissioner for Trade, Valdis Dombrovskis, and China's Minister of Commerce, Wang Wentao, <a href="https://policy.trade.ec.europa.eu/news/readout-meeting-between-evp-dombrovskis-and-chinese-commerce-minister-wang-2024-09-20_en">held unsuccessful talks</a> on September 19.&nbsp;
"Both sides <a href="https://x.com/VDombrovskis/status/1836795726308708712">agreed to intensify efforts</a> to find an effective, enforceable and WTO compatible solution," Dombrovskis said.&nbsp;
The EC then told EU member countries t<a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/eu-continue-china-electric-vehicle-talks-even-after-final-vote-say-sources-2024-09-30/#:~:text=BRUSSELS%2C%20Sept%2030%20(Reuters),EU%20official%20said%20on%20Monday.">hat it would continue negotiations with China</a> after the October vote, Reuters reported.&nbsp;
 EU members are split on whether to levy European tariffs for the next five years, adding a further complication. Spain has called on th<a href="https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20240911-spain-pm-urges-eu-to-reconsider-china-ev-tariffs-plan">e EU to &#8220;rethink&#8221; the duties, aligning</a> with Germany, while France supports them.&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Automakers Warn Against European Tariffs</h3>
Automobile industry leaders in Europe have pushed back against the tariffs.&nbsp;
Executives from BMW AG (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMWYY#OTC">BMWYY</a>) and Volkswagen AG (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VWAGY#OTC">VWAGY</a>) have warned that imposing tariffs on Chinese EVs was a bad idea.
&#8220;Protectionism risks starting a spiral," <a href="https://europe.autonews.com/automakers/german-automakers-slam-eus-high-tariffs-chinese-ev-exports">BMW CEO Oliver Zipse said</a> in June. "Tariffs lead to new tariffs, to isolation rather than cooperation."&nbsp;
<a href="http://www.bmw-brilliance.cn/cn/en/news/news/2024-1-09.html#:~:text=Munich%2FBeijing.,mainland%20market%20(%2B4.2%25).">China is a core sales market for BMW</a>. It delivered 824,932 BMW and MINI vehicles in the Chinese mainland market in 2023.
<a href="https://europeancapitalinsights.substack.com/p/volkswagen-considers-first-ever-closure?r=3nmatg">Former Volkswagen AG CEO</a> Herbert Diess reiterated a similar message. "An <a href="https://x.com/economics/status/1799352437800612022">escalating trade spat</a> between China and the West would fuel inflation," he said in June.&nbsp;
Would European tariffs actually slow China's EV expansion into the region? The Rhodium Group, a New York-based independent research provider, doubts their impact.&nbsp;
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<a href="https://think.ing.com/articles/what-the-eus-tariffs-on-chinese-electric-vehicles-could-mean-for-energy-transition/">Source</a>: ITC Trade Map, BNEF, ING Research
"<a href="https://rhg.com/research/aint-no-duty-high-enough/">Duties in the 40-50% range</a> would probably be necessary to make the European market unattractive for Chinese EV exporters," it said in April.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Provisional European Tariffs On China</h3>
The EC launched its <a href="https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_24_3231">anti-subsidy investigation against Chinese EVs</a> last year.
The investigation concluded that China's value chain of battery electric vehicles (BEV) benefited from unfair subsidization. This caused a "threat of economic injury to EU BEV producers," the EC said.
The <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-08-21/saic-motor-blames-impending-eu-duties-for-slumping-sales">highest tariffs were imposed</a> on Chinese state-owned automobile manufacturer SAIC Motor (Shanghai:<a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/600104.SS/">600104.SS</a>) at 36.3%. BYD (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) and Volvo's (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOLAF#OTC">VOLAF</a>) parent, Geely (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GELYF#OTC">GELYF</a>), received lower tariffs of 17.4% and 19.9%.
The EC then cut<a href="https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/qanda_24_4302"> European tariffs marginally</a> at the end of August. It considered submissions and technical corrections by EV companies operating in China.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">European Tariff Trade Spat With China</h3>
In response to the threat of tariffs, China has accused the EU of violating World Trade Organization (WTO) rules.&nbsp;
"Judgment in the EU's provisional conclusion lacks factual and legal foundation," a Chinese ministry spokesperson said on August 9.&nbsp; "It severely<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-08-09/china-takes-europe-s-ev-tariffs-to-wto-as-trade-tensions-rise?utm_medium=cpc_search&amp;utm_campaign=NB_ENG_DSAXX_DSAXXXXXXXXXX_EVG_XXXX_XXX_COUSA_EN_EN_X_BLOM_GO_SE_XXX_XXXXXXXXXX&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwo8S3BhDeARIsAFRmkOMKaKYs36uGBlOIi64HxfnrIRqjbZv_QwFuVa65JaDuGzVZtWJDcKYaAmA4EALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds"> violated WTO rules</a>."
It then brought the case to the <a href="https://www.wto.org/english/news_e/news24_e/ds626rfc_14aug24_e.htm#:~:text=WTO%20%7C%202024%20News%20items%20%2D%20China,subsidy%20duties%20on%20electric%20vehicles">WTO's rules dispute settlement mechanism</a> on August 14 to "safeguard the development rights and interests" of the EV industry.
A week later, China initiated an anti-subsidy investigation targeting EU milk, cream, and cheese products.
The <a href="https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_24_4821">EC challenged China</a> in September at the WTO against China&#8217;s investigation into EU dairy products. <a href="https://x.com/VDombrovskis">China's investigation</a> "is based on questionable allegations and insufficient evidence," Valdis said on <a href="https://x.com/VDombrovskis">X</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Europe Depends On China For Raw Materials</h3>
But a trade war with China would likely hurt European companies and the broader economy.
China imports 22% of its <a href="https://www.reuters.com/breakingviews/eus-china-trade-weak-spots-hide-plain-sight-2024-07-09/#:~:text=Methodological%20complexities%20and%20statistical%20revisions,the%20world's%20second%2Dlargest%20economy">consumer goods from Europe</a>. This puts <a href="https://europeancapitalinsights.substack.com/p/european-luxury-brands-feel-pinch?r=3nmatg">luxury groups</a> like LVMH (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVMHA#OTC">LVMHA</a>) and Kering (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPRUY#OTC">PPRUY</a>) at risk.
European tariffs could increase the cost of EVs for consumers as Europe moves to phase out n<a href="https://think.ing.com/articles/what-the-eus-tariffs-on-chinese-electric-vehicles-could-mean-for-energy-transition/">ew gasoline and diesel cars by 2035</a>, according to ING.
The bloc remains highly <a href="https://commission.europa.eu/strategy-and-policy/priorities-2019-2024/european-green-deal/green-deal-industrial-plan/european-critical-raw-materials-act_en#:~:text=The%20EU%20is%20heavily%20dependent%20on%20imports%20of,is%20extracted%20in%20the%20Democratic%20Republic%20of%20Congo">dependent on China</a> for critical raw materials. It sources 97% of its magnesium and 100% of its rare earths for permanent magnets from China.
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"Europe will not be self-sufficient in EV production or the EV supply chain any time soon," ING wrote on June 19. "It needs to act carefully, considering any further retaliation from China."
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European Tariffs On China's EV Makers Could Backfire

General Motors&#39; (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/gm#NYSE">GM</a>) autonomous vehicle division, Cruise, is set to pay a $1.5 million fine after failing to fully report a crash involving a pedestrian, per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The incident, which occurred in October 2023 in San Francisco, involved a robotaxi that dragged a pedestrian for 20 feet after she got hit by another vehicle. It led Cruise to halt its driverless operations nationwide after California regulators deemed its vehicles a public safety risk. As a result, the California Department of Motor Vehicles revoked Cruise&#39;s license to operate without human drivers in San Francisco.
The U.S. Department of Justice and the Securities and Exchange Commission are still investigating the incident. A GM-commissioned report revealed that Cruise employees attempted to dissuade the NHTSA from launching an investigation into the pedestrian&#39;s injuries and failed to disclose that the pedestrian had been dragged.
Per Reuters, the NHTSA pointed out that Cruise filed incomplete reports for multiple crashes involving its automated driving systems, which includes two reports related to the October 2023 accident. The California Public Utilities Commission also fined GM $112,500 for not providing full details about the crash.
One month after the incident, Cruise recalled all 950 of its vehicles to update software. Under a consent order with NHTSA, Cruise is required to submit a corrective action plan outlining how it will improve compliance with regulations for crashes involving automated driving systems. The consent order lasts two years and the NHTSA holds the option to extend it for a third year.
Per Steve Kenner, Cruise&#39;s chief safety officer, the agreement with NHTSA marks a positive step in a new phase for Cruise, reflecting the company&#39;s advancements under new leadership, enhanced processes and culture and a strong commitment to increased transparency with regulators. The company is committed to working closely with the NHTSA to enhance road safety. Cruise will meet quarterly with the NHTSA to review the periodic reporting and development toward the requirements of the consent order. Cruise will submit a final report summarizing its compliance and operations 90 days before the consent order&#39;s term ends.
<h2>General Motors&#39; Zacks Rank &amp; Key Picks</h2>
GM currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Some better-ranked stocks in the auto space are Dorman Products, Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/dorm#NASDAQ">DORM</a>), Blue Bird Corporation (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/blbd#NASDAQ">BLBD</a>) and BYD Company Limited (OTC: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/byddy#OTC">BYDDY</a>), each sporting a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) at present.
The consensus estimate for DORM&#39;s 2024 sales and earnings suggests year-over-year growth of 3.71% and 35.46%, respectively. EPS estimates for 2024 and 2025 have improved 51 cents and 37 cents, respectively, in the past 60 days.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BLBD&#39;s 2024 sales and earnings suggests year-over-year growth of 17.58% and 215.89%, respectively. EPS estimates for 2024 and 2025 have improved 65 cents and 80 cents, respectively, in the past 60 days.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BYDDY&#39;s 2024 sales and earnings suggests year-over-year growth of 21.88% and 17.12%. EPS estimates for 2024 and 2025 have each improved by a penny in the past 60 days.
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Chinese EV giant&nbsp;BYD Co Ltd (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDF#OTC">BYDDF</a>) said on Tuesday that the company sold 417,603 new energy passenger vehicles in September, marking a jump of nearly 46% from last year, thanks to a major jump in plug-in hybrid vehicles sales. 
What Happened:&nbsp;Pure EV sales of the Chinese player rose to 164,956 in September, marking a rise of 9% from the corresponding month of last year. 
Plug-in hybrid passenger vehicle sales in the period rose 86.2% to 252,647 units. 
The company also sold 1,823 commercial vehicles in September, including 306 buses. 
Why It Matters: BYD is the biggest rival to American EV giant Tesla Inc. The company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/01/36839203/warren-buffett-backed-byd-sees-higher-profits-for-fy23-after-taking-over-tesla-as-biggest-ev-seller" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">took over Tesla</a> as the world's largest BEV seller in the fourth quarter of 2023. However, Tesla took back the crown in the first quarter of 2024 and has been holding on to it since.
Through the end of the third quarter, BYD sold 443,426 battery-electric vehicles. Tesla, however, is yet to report its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/41082647/tesla-could-report-slight-q3-deliveries-miss-amid-musks-political-controversies-mun">delivery numbers for the quarter</a>. 
Tech venture capitalist and Deepwater Asset Management Managing Partner&nbsp;Gene Munster expects Tesla&#8217;s deliveries for the quarter to come at around 452,000 units, trailing Wall Street estimates but higher than the 435,059 units the EV giant delivered in the third quarter of 2023. 
Check out more of Benzinga's Future Of Mobility coverage by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/mobility" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">following this link</a>.
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Chinese Carmaker BYD's September Sales Jump 46% On Rising Popularity Of Plug-in Hybrid EVs

Shares of Chinese electric-vehicle startups Nio, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NIO#NYSE">NIO</a>), XPeng, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XPEV#NYSE">XPEV</a>) and Li Auto, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LI#NASDAQ">LI</a>) are rallying<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket"> in premarket trading</a> on Tuesday, signaling a potential rebound from Monday&#8217;s pullback.
The optimism came on the back of<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41109111/tesla-rivals-li-auto-xpeng-clock-record-september-deliveries-end-q3-on-a-strong-note"> stellar deliveries these companies reported for September</a> and the third quarter. Here&#8217;s how each of them fared:
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<td>Q3 Guidance (units)</td>
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<td>Nio</td>
<td>21,181</td>
<td>+35.4%</td>
<td>+4.98%</td>
<td>61,855</td>
<td>61,000-63,000</td>
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<td>XPeng</td>
<td>21,352</td>
<td>+39%</td>
<td>+52.12%</td>
<td>46,533</td>
<td>41,000-45,000</td>
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<td>53,709&nbsp;</td>
<td>+48.9%</td>
<td>+11.61%</td>
<td>152,831</td>
<td>145,000-155,000</td>
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<td>BYD Co. Ltd. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDF#OTC">BYDDF</a>)</td>
<td>164,956&#x2A;</td>
<td>+9.10%</td>
<td>+11.10%</td>
<td>443,426</td>
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Most of these companies are now focusing on the low end of the market. XPeng said the first month deliveries of its XPeng Mona M03, an affordable electric sedan launched in late August, topped 10,000 units. Nio, which has so far focused on the premium end of the market has forayed into the mass market with its Onvo brand. Deliveries of the first vehicle launched by the sub-brand, codenamed L60, began in late September.
Given China&#8217;s efforts to stimulate the domestic economy, the EV makers could see demand recovery, which bodes well for their fundamentals.
Incidentally, Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) is scheduled to release its quarterly global deliveries report on Wednesday. Analysts, on average, expect the company to report sales of 465,000 units for the third quarter, with China primarily responsible for much of the upside. 
According to <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro data </a>in premarket trading:
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<li>Nio rose 4.49% to $6.98.</li>
<li>XPeng rallied 3.69% to $12.63.</li>
<li>Li Auto moved up 3.70% to $26.60.</li>
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Chinese EV Trio Nio, XPeng, Li Auto Surge Higher In Tuesday's Premarket: What's Going On

Chinese automaker BYD Co Ltd. (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDY#OTC">BYDDY</a>) (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYDDF#OTC">BYDDF</a>) is recalling 96,714 electric vehicles owing to risks of a part overheating, the country&#8217;s market regulator said on Monday.
What Happened: The recall population includes domestically produced Dolphin and Yuan PLUS EVs made between November 2022 and December 2023. It is not clear whether all the recalled vehicles are in operation within China or whether some were also exported. 
The capacitor within the column-assist electric power steering (CEPS) system may have cracks which can cause a short circuit, increasing risks of overheating or even fire, the regulator said.
BYD dealers will deploy a physical fix on the vehicles at no cost to the customer to resolve the issue, it added. 
The company did not immediately respond to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga&#8217;s</a> request for comment.
Why It Matters: BYD, the biggest Chinese EV maker, sold 2,328,449 new energy vehicles (NEVs) this year through the end of August, including both passenger and commercial vehicles, marking an increase of nearly 30% from the corresponding period last year. NEV refers to both battery-electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid vehicles.
In the last quarter of 2023, BYD&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40768611/elon-musk-shoots-down-reports-of-teslas-china-woes-amid-intense-competition-says-giga-shanghai-is-ru" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">took over American EV giant</a>&nbsp;Tesla Inc.&nbsp;in battery electric vehicle sales with 526,409 BEVs sold as compared to Tesla's 484,507 EVs. However, Tesla&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38068997/elon-musk-dwells-on-wokeness-geopolitics-population-crisis-but-mostly-stays-silent-on-teslas-gloomy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">took back the crown</a>&nbsp;in the first quarter of 2024.
Last week, the company announced that it made its<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/41043074/byd-makes-a-red-yangwang-u9-supercar-for-its-9-millionth-new-energy-vehicle"> 9 millionth NEV- a red Yangwang U9 supercar </a>produced by the company under its luxury car brand Yangwang.
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