Xiaomi is expanding its workforce at their EV (Electric Vehicle) plant for phase 2, due to the YU7 launch leading to capacity constraints.
In an effort to meet the growing demand for its electric vehicles, iAimi EV, a sub-brand of iQOO focusing on electric vehicles, has initiated a massive hiring drive to prepare for mass production. This news comes as the company gears up for the launch of its first electric SUV, the YU7, which has already received an overwhelming response from customers.
The second phase of the iAimi EV factory project, believed to be related to the production of the YU7 SUV, is progressing, with some reports suggesting it will be completed by mid-June, and production will commence in July-August. However, the exact timeline and status of the Phase 2 plant expansion have not been publicly detailed in recent sources.
The YU7 SUV, positioned as a competitor to Tesla's Model Y, has generated significant interest, with over 240,000 locked-in orders within 18 hours of its launch on June 26. Customers ordering the YU7 now can expect delivery within 38-58 weeks. However, some consumers have the opportunity to receive their YU7 SUV within 1-5 weeks, as some vehicles have already been produced.
The surge in YU7 orders has left iAimi EV facing unprecedented factory capacity constraints. To address this, the company has implemented a two-shift production system in its currently operational factory, the phase 1 project in Yizhuang, southeast of Beijing, with an annual production capacity of 150,000 units.
The hiring spree includes positions for general workers, operators, and truck drivers. Employees are required to work in two shifts with an 11-hour workday and a daily wage of RMB 230 ($32). The preferred age range for employees is 18-38 years old.
iAimi EV has also secured a new plot of land in Beijing, which is believed to be intended for the third phase of the iAimi EV factory. The affordability of the YU7, priced to undercut the Tesla Model Y, is another factor contributing to its popularity.
In the past month, iAimi EV has delivered over 25,000 vehicles, marking the ninth consecutive month with monthly deliveries exceeding 20,000 units. As the company continues to grow and expand, it remains committed to meeting the demands of its customers and pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle innovation.
For the most current and official status on plant expansions and vehicle production schedules, we recommend checking iAimi EV’s official communications or recent industry announcements.
- iAimi EV's sub-brand focused on electric vehicles is ramping up production due to the overwhelming response to their first electric SUV, the YU7, with over 240,000 orders received within 18 hours of its launch.
- The YU7 SUV, aiming to challenge Tesla's Model Y, is being produced in the phase 1 project factory in Yizhuang, with a two-shift system implemented to address capacity constraints, capable of producing 150,000 units annually.
- To meet the growing demand and prepare for the second phase of the iAimi EV factory project, a massive hiring drive has been initiated, recruiting general workers, operators, and truck drivers to work in two shifts with an 11-hour workday.
- With the surge in orders, iAimi EV is seeking to expand further, having secured a new plot of land in Beijing for the third phase of its factory, aiming to continue pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle innovation in the automotive technology industry.
- In an attempt to cater to a wider market, iAimi EV has priced the YU7 SUV lower than the Tesla Model Y, contributing to its popularity in the increasingly competitive electric vehicle market in China.
- As iAimi EV continues to deliver over 20,000 vehicles monthly, they remain dedicated to meeting customer demands and ensure transparent communication about plant expansions and production schedules through their official channels or industry announcements.
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