EV Daily | Tesla Faces Demand Struggles, BYD Expands ADAS, New EVs from Jeep, Genesis, Nissan, Volvo

【Tesla】

Tesla is reportedly not accepting Cybertruck trade-ins due to demand issues, as some owners, facing harassment over Elon Musk's political involvement, seek returns. Tesla faces scrutiny in China for aggressive legal actions against customers and media critical of the brand, revealing a complex relationship with Chinese authorities. Tesla's Gigafactory Shanghai is central to its success in China, benefiting from favorable treatment and contributing significantly to revenue.

【BYD】

BYD has upgraded 21 of its vehicles with the "Gods Eye" ADAS system at no cost, as part of its strategy to improve smart driving capabilities and expand its EV market share in China.

【Others】

Jeep introduced its Recon EV, an electric SUV inspired by the Wrangler with off-road capabilities, during the Super Bowl. The Recon is based on the STLA Large platform and aims for over 300 miles of range, with prices expected around $60,000. Genesis is transitioning its G70 luxury sedan to an all-electric model, joining its lineup of EVs. The new G70 EV is expected to arrive by 2027 or 2028, using Hyundai's eM platform, with an anticipated starting price of around $50,000. Nissan is preparing to launch the next-gen LEAF, featuring a crossover design, increased driving range, and faster charging. Expected to debut later this year, it will compete in the US market with other next-gen EVs. Volvo's EX90 electric SUV, initially powered by Chinese-made batteries, seeks US suppliers to reduce costs following tariff hikes. The EX90 offers up to 310 miles of driving range, with prices starting at $79,995. Nissan's N7 electric sedan, introduced in China, features DeepSeek tech for smart driving, aiming to enhance Nissan's presence in the competitive Chinese EV market. New York City introduces a program allowing delivery workers to trade uncertified e-bikes for UL-certified electric bikes, aiming to improve safety in the delivery industry.