Huawei's Chinese auto alliance strains as deliveries slump

Automobiles Huawei's Chinese auto alliance strains as deliveries slump Brand members like Seres seek more independence amid in-group competition The Aito M9, developed by Huawei and Seres, has seen sluggish sales amid intense competition and weak consumer spending. (Photo by Shizuka Tanabe) ITSURO FUJINO November 11, 2026 05:49 JST GUANGZHOU -- The new energy vehicle alliance led by China's Huawei Technologies shows signs of stress, with deliveries dropping 50% on the year in October and member brands operating with increasing independence. Read Next Automobiles Japan headlight king Koito tears down Chinese rivals' lamps for bright ideas Electric vehicles Seres, Li Auto join Chinese EVs' charge into Europe Electric cars in China China automakers shift gears to exports as domestic demand weakens Comment 'Huawei Inside' and everywhere at China's auto show Electric cars in China China's Li Auto, Nio flag slower sales as government cuts EV incentives Companies Huawei EV partner Seres falls flat in Hong Kong listing Latest on Automobiles Automobiles Toyota to make and sell Japan-style 'kei' minitrucks in US next year Automobiles Honda bets on hybrids as mainstay of US electrification into early 2030s Automobiles Honda to build first US auto plant in 2 decades as hybrid demand rises Sponsored Content About Sponsored Content This content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.