Kandi Technologies Exits Geely Affiliation

Rhea-AI Summary

Kandi Technologies Group (KNDI) has announced its exit from Fengsheng Automotive Technologies, transferring its 22% equity interest to Geely for approximately $47.3 million. This decision follows substantial losses incurred by Fengsheng under Geely's control. The ownership transfer, recorded on March 9, 2021, allows Kandi to move forward without non-compete obligations, enabling a stronger focus on electric vehicle opportunities in China. Mr. Hu Xiaoming emphasized that this strategic move aims to eliminate losses impacting Kandi's performance.

Positive

• Kandi received approximately $47.3 million from the equity transfer to Geely.
• Exit from Fengsheng allows Kandi to focus on the growing electric vehicle market in China.
• Elimination of non-compete provisions provides operational flexibility for Kandi.

Negative

• Kandi's previous partnership with Fengsheng resulted in significant losses.

Jinhua, China, March 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kandi Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ GS: KNDI) (the “Company” or “Kandi”) announced today that it exited its position in Fengsheng Automotive Technologies Group Co., Ltd (the “Affiliate Company” or “Fengsheng”).

To formalize the exit, Kandi’s wholly owned subsidiary, Zhejiang Kandi Vehicles Co., Ltd. ("Kandi Vehicles") completed an Equity Transfer Agreement (the “Transfer Agreement”) with Geely, in which Kandi’s 22% equity interest in Fengsheng was transferred to Geely in exchange for RMB 308 million (approximately $47.3 million) in cash.

Zhejiang Provincial Administration for Market Regulation recorded the update of the ownership of Fengsheng on March 9, 2021.

Mr. Hu Xiaoming, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Kandi, commented, “Since Geely took control of Fengsheng, it experienced large losses for a variety of reasons.  To eliminate the impact of these losses on Kandi, our senior management-- authorized by the Board of Directors-- decided to transfer our ownership position to Geely.  After friendly negotiations, the terms of the transfer were agreed upon and approved by the Zhejiang Provincial Administration for Market Regulation.”

Hu continued, “By exiting the Fengsheng partnership, Kandi is no longer bound by the associated non-compete provisions.  We are now free to more aggressively pursue the burgeoning electric vehicle opportunity in China.”

About Kandi Technologies Group, Inc.

Kandi Technologies Group, Inc. (KNDI), headquartered in Jinhua Economic Development Zone, Zhejiang Province, is engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and sales of various vehicular products. Kandi conducts its primary business operations through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Zhejiang Kandi Vehicles Co., Ltd. ("Kandi Vehicles") and its subsidiaries including Zhejiang Kandi Smart Battery Swap Technology Co., Ltd, SC Autosports, LLC (d/b/a Kandi America), the wholly-owned subsidiary of Kandi in the United States and Fengsheng Automobile Technology Group Co., Ltd (formerly known as Kandi Electric Vehicles Group Co., Ltd., the “Affiliate Company”). Kandi Vehicles has established itself as one of China's leading manufacturers of pure electric vehicle parts and off-road vehicles.

More information about KNDI is available on the Company's corporate website at http://www.kandivehicle.com. The Company routinely posts important information on its website.

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FAQ

What was Kandi Technologies' recent announcement regarding Fengsheng?

Kandi announced the transfer of its 22% equity interest in Fengsheng to Geely for approximately $47.3 million.

Why did Kandi Technologies exit its equity position in Fengsheng?

The decision was made to eliminate losses incurred by Fengsheng and to pursue new opportunities in the electric vehicle market.

What financial impact did the equity transfer have for Kandi Technologies?

Kandi received approximately $47.3 million from the equity transfer, which improves its liquidity.

When was the ownership transfer of Fengsheng recorded?

The ownership transfer was recorded on March 9, 2021.

How does the exit from Fengsheng affect Kandi's business strategy?

Kandi is now free from non-compete restrictions and can aggressively pursue electric vehicle opportunities.