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Two Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers have announced a deal with each other, a move reported by The New York Times as part of a broader consolidation trend in the auto industry. The agreement comes as China's crowded EV market faces intense price competition and pressure on smaller producers, pushing companies toward mergers and alliances.

Two Chinese electric vehicle makers, Geely and Nio, have announced a deal, according to the New York Times. The move is framed as part of a broader consolidation of China's crowded auto industry, where fierce price competition and overcapacity are pushing smaller manufacturers toward partnerships or exits.

Mercedes-Benz plans to assemble its electric GLC in Thailand, adding a locally produced battery-electric SUV to its Thai manufacturing operations. The move points to growing investment in electric vehicle production in Southeast Asia, a region where automakers are competing for market share as demand for EVs expands.

Tesla holds the leading position in Israel's electric vehicle market, while Chinese manufacturers are finding it difficult to gain consumer trust in the country. Despite competitive pricing and expanding global presence, Chinese EV brands have yet to convince Israeli buyers, leaving Tesla ahead in sales and market share, according to Calcalist reporting on the state of the Israeli EV sector.

Dubai will host the Dubai International Electric Vehicles Exhibition and Conference, known as EV World 2026, from 10 to 12 November 2026. Organisers say the event is intended to position the city as a global hub for electric vehicle investment, bringing together manufacturers, investors and policymakers as the region pushes to grow its role in the clean transport sector.