The Ora 5 BEV from GWM was launched in China, starting at 14,160 USD. In the future, it will be avaialble with as PHEV, HEV, and ICE.

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Chinese solid-state battery company Welion Tech achieves 824 Wh/kg energy density, eyes IPO.

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Hongqi unveils HS6 PHEV: A new contender in the competitive mid-to-large SUV segment.

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The 2026 CLA 220 is manufactured in China through Mercedes-Benz and Geely collaboration.

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Hangzhou traffic police said the case remains under legal investigation.

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The Onvo L90 full-size SUV from Nio earned five stars in the C-NCAP crash and safety evaluation test in China, scoring 91%

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The 10,000th Maextro S800 luxury sedan from Huawei and JAC was delivered to Jet Li in China. This model starts at 100K USD.

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The Smart #2 is planned to be manufactured in China and will be exported to the overseas markets.

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In the future, there will also be Seal 09 and Sealion 09 models, creating a “5678” series of these two lineups.

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Xpeng strengthens ASEAN presence with Malaysian RHD vehicles production deal.

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Changan's Deepal and BAIC's Arcfox Receive China's first conditional L3 self-driving approvals

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Chinese state-owned automaker Chery will join the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race in five years with its Exeed high-end brand.

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Large SUV Zeekr 8X interior images confirm new layout.

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The test vehicle shows increased dimensions and ride height compared with the electric-only V23.

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The Wey Gaoshan overtook the Toyota Sienna and Denza D9 as the best-selling MPV in November in China.

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Hunan Yuneng, whose customers include CATL and BYD, announced that the processing fee for its entire range of lithium iron phosphate products will be increased by 3,000 yuan/ton (425 USD).

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BAIC will assemble BJ40 and BJ30 off-road vehicles for Santana starting mid-2026.

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The Geely Galaxy M7 cabin has been photographed during road testing.

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The patents illustrate BYD’s technical evolution of Variable Flux Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor design.

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Test drive highlights responsive handling, quiet cabin, and practical storage, making the Qin L EV versatile for city and highway use.

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Draft guidelines on pricing, frameworks, and compliance may reshape Chinese automotive industry; BYD and other automakers publicly commits to alignment.

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Chinese courts required deletion of content, public apologies, and financial compensation from creators targeting car brands.

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Cumulative January to November battery sales totaled 1412.5 GWh, reflecting broad market expansion.

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Geely unveils auto industry's largest safety centre, designed with Volvo expertise.

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The limited edition models adopt refreshed front lighting, larger air inlets, and closed grille design.

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The electric Ford Bronco SUV from the JMC-Ford joint venture rolled off the production line on December 12 as the plant’s 200,000th vehicle.

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The Geely EX5 electric crossover got independent four-wheel 90-degree steering as the automaker revealed the self-developed driving unit.

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GWM's Tank 300 Polar Edition officially launched, limited to 300 units globally.

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Multiple BYD models will feature a 240 kW motor with 800V platform and megawatt flash charging capabilities.

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The Dongfeng-Nissan JV produced the 50,000th Nissan N7 electric sedan on December 11 in China. It took 277 days to reach this milestone.

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Haval H9 Crossing Edition focuses on capability upgrades for cross‑terrain use.

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Changan's Deepal S07 launches new 630 km EV variant featuring Huawei ADS SE.

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Hybrid supercar or tech-packed EV? McLaren P47 and Xiaomi YU7 could be SUV twins.

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GAC's initial Japanese launch will include Aion UT compact and Aion V SUV.

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December sales are expected to exceed 40,000 units for the Sealion 06 successor.

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Wuling Xingguang 560 debuts with versatile powertrains and seating, starting at 8,400 USD.

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Xiaomi’s fuel-tank display patent accompanies other filings and precedes three major vehicle launches.

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Voyah Passion L's all-aluminum chassis adopts a front double-wishbone and a rear five-link independent suspension.

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Vehicle dimensions remain 4800 mm length, 1843 mm width, 1469 mm height, with 2790 mm wheelbase.

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New-energy vehicles made up 62.2 percent of total retail sales in China first December week.

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BYD Ti7 recorded 24,019 units in November, leading hybrid SUV and box-style SUV categories in China.

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Volkswagen's ID. Unyx 07 nears production: first Xpeng collaboration vehicle developed in only 18 months.

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2026 Jetour X90 Pro officially launched with two engine options.

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The Firefly EV hatchback from Nio entered four more European markets, including Greece, as it aims to solidify its export volume.

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Dongfeng’s hybrid engine achieves over 50% high-efficiency operating range, enhancing city and highway performance.

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Lithium-ion EV battery costs may rise moderately as separator price increases pass through the supply chain.

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A Xiaomi SU7’s autonomous parking maneuver reached a pond, reigniting concerns over driver supervision requirements.

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With 2,000 orders, GAC Govy's AirCab nears mass production as Guangzhou factory prepares for trial run.

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Changan entered the automotive industry in 1983 in China.

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Nio's Onvo CEO claims large EREV batteries are wasteful as 40% of L90 owners opt for battery downgrades.

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Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance names first MPV Luxeed V9.

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The first batch of BYD’s production line equipment arrived in Szeged, Hungary, on December 9. The trial assembly will commence in Q1 2026.

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Five Huawei-backed car brands – Aito, Luxeed, Stelato, Maextro, and Saic – announced a comprehensive deepening of their strategic cooperation.

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Lotus For Me, the PHEV version of the pure-electric Eletre SUV makes official debut.

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New automotive steel king: Chery's 2400 MPa material overtakes Xiaomi's 2200 MPa benchmark.

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The Onvo L90 Black Knight Edition full-size electric crossover from Nio started deliveries in China with a price tag of 31,060 USD.

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Tesla's Shanghai factory rolls out 4 millionth vehicle as production pace shows minor adjustment

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The Lotus Eletre PHEV crossover will offer up to 355 km of electric range, thanks to a ternary NMC battery for 70 kWh.

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GAC Aion RT expands lineup with battery-swap option in latest MIIT filing.

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The Chery Fulwin T9L enters China’s plug-in hybrid SUV market in early 2026 with confirmed specifications.

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The forum included international experts discussing Chinese automotive design’s role in domestic and global markets.

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The EHD plug-in hybrid system onboard the Smart #6 is built based on Geely's NordThor Hybrid 2.0 technology.

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Interior features of the Toyota bZ7 include a zero-gravity passenger seat, Yamaha audio system, and multiple comfort-focused technologies.

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The Tank 300 Polar Edition uses a diesel powertrain previously tested in real Antarctic field conditions during polar research operations.

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Chery plans Fulwin A9 with dual powertrains, including range-extended and fully electric versions for 2026.

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The Voyah Taishan 8 has a dual-motor powertrain system and a top speed of 200 km/h.

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The first production cycle of Lynk & Co’s 03+ TCR, track car, is now fully booked by early buyers.

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In March 2025, the Tiggo 5x has achieved cumulative global sales exceeding one million units since its first launch in 2017.

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BYD mid-size Seal 07 EV retains Seal family exterior design and advanced driver-assist features.

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A Baidu robotaxi struck two pedestrians, one became trapped underneath the vehicle. Bystanders then collectively lifted the car.

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Chery's iCar V23 to feature battery swapping, integrating with CATL's swapping network.

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The new Seal 06 GT preserves 4630/1880/1490 mm dimensions and 2820 mm wheelbase.

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Cadillac's Vistiq electric SUV will be produced in China.

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The fillings shows Lotus' 2.0T engine alone produces 205 kW (279 hp); total hybrid output is unconfirmed at 952 hp.

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Nissan NX8 uses 800V silicon carbide platform and supports 5C ultra-fast charging for both EV and PHEV versions.

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Exterior images show circular headlights, semi-hidden door handles, and rounded proportions differing from the Binguo S.

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The GAC Aion N60 electric minivan was exposed in China, attracting attention with its styling. It will enter the local market next year.

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The official market entry is expected to be next year as Smart's second plug-in hybrid model after the Smart #5 EHD.

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