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Zeekr 007 GT Launches with Prices Starting at USD 27,700
Zeekr's 007 GT electric shooting brake debuts with prices from RMB 202,900 to 232,900, featuring advanced performance, smart configurations, and industry-first safety systems.
AITO M8 EREV SUV Launches with 150,000 Orders, Priced from USD 49,200
The AITO M8 EREV SUV, priced between RMB 359,800 and 449,800, officially launched with over 150,000 orders. Deliveries will begin on April 20th, featuring advanced tech and comfort.
China Auto Daily丨Huawei & SAIC Launch New EV Brand with RMB 6B Investment
Huawei and SAIC debut their new EV brand "SAIC" with an initial investment of RMB 6 billion; VOYAH and Gotion High-Tech introduce new technological feats in autonomous systems and batteries, respectively.
China Auto Daily丨China's Strict EV Battery Safety Standard Takes Effect July 2026
China's new EV battery safety standard effective July 2026. XPENG begins mass production of Turing AI chip. Zeekr 007 GT Shooting Brake launched.
GAC Aion Hyper HL Launches at RMB 269,800: A Tech-Packed Family Flagship
HYPTEC, GAC's premium EV brand, debuted its HL SUV at the 2025 Tech Day on April 12th, offering BEV and EREV powertrains in 8 trims, priced between RMB 279,800 and 329,800.
China Auto Daily丨XPENG Unveils 72B-Parameter Autonomous Driving Model
XPENG reveals large-scale autonomous driving model. CATL partners for green mobility. China's exports to ASEAN surge over 20%.
China Auto Daily丨GAC to Launch L3 Autonomous Models by Q4 2025
China and EU initiate EV pricing talks. GAC announces L3 autonomous vehicles. GAC debuts 12 automotive chips with domestic partners.
China Auto Daily丨Leapmotor B10 Launches at RMB 99,800, Targets 20 Global Markets
Leapmotor launches B10 SUV with global ambitions. Geely's Xingyao 8 PHEV pre-sales open. Chery introduces Fulwin A8 PHEV.
SAIC Unveils 2025 Roadmap: 10+ New Models, L3 Autonomy, Solid-State Batteries
SAIC Group announced an ambitious 2025-2027 product and tech strategy at its 2025 Tech Night, including over 10 new models, advanced ADAS systems, and breakthrough technologies like solid-state batteries.
Geely Galaxy Xingyao 8 Pre-Sales Open at RMB 139,800, Targets Premium Hybrid Sedan Market
Geely's Galaxy announced the pre-sale of its Xingyao 8 PHEV sedan, available in five trims priced from RMB 139,800 to RMB 173,800. Deliveries will start in May 2025.
China Auto Daily丨China NEV Penetration Hits 51.1% in March as Domestic Brands Lead
China's March sales surge 14.4% YoY. NEV penetration at 51.1% with domestic leaders. OPPO, SAIC tech partnership expands globally.
China Auto Daily丨Changan Launches Revamped CS55PLUS, Eado, and UNI-V Models
GWM partners with Unitree Robotics for advanced automation. Changan launches new CS55PLUS, Eado, and UNI-V models. XPENG X9 MPV pre-sales begin.
XPENG X9 2025: Major Upgrades in Comfort and Intelligence
XPENG revealed its 2025 X9 MPV on April 8th. The new model features 496 upgrades and starts at RMB 399,800, up from the previous version.
Top 6 Must-See Models at Shanghai Auto Show 2025
Discover the top six models you cannot miss at the 2025 Shanghai International Auto Show, showcasing cutting-edge technology and stunning designs.
China Auto Daily丨CPCA’s Cui: U.S. Tariffs Have 'No Impact' on China’s Auto Sector
CPCA downplays U.S. tariffs' influence on China's auto sector. Wuling Baojun Xiangjing sedan pre-sales announced. Wuling celebrates 30M sales milestone.
China Auto Daily丨BYD Officially Enters Swiss Market with Multiple Models
BYD launches in Switzerland with multiple models. IM Motors enters Australia. HIMA's AITO M8 pre-orders surpass 100,000 units.
China Auto Daily丨Zhengzhou Nissan Z9 Pickup Opens Pre-Sales from RMB 119,900
Nissan launches pre-sales for Z9 pickup. CPCA forecasts March NEV wholesale sales. BYD expands with Xi’an land acquisition.
Milestone Achieved: XPENG MONA M03 Crosses 100,000 Units
XPENG's MONA M03 sedan has achieved a remarkable milestone, reaching its 100,000th vehicle production mark just 216 days after launch, with intelligent driving systems and competitive pricing driving success.
Avatr 06 Pre-Sale Starts at RMB 215,900; 20,117 Orders in 26 Hours
Avatr begins the pre-sale of its latest model, Avatr 06, at RMB 215,900, securing 20,117 orders within 26 hours. The car boasts advanced tech features and offers both EREV and BEV variants.
Top Chinese Automakers Release Q1 Sales Numbers for 2025
Chinese automakers released their March and Q1 2025 sales performance, showcasing significant growth. BYD sold 986,000 units in Q1, leading the market with a 58% YoY increase.
China Auto Daily丨BYD Q1 Sales Hit 986,000 Units, Up 58% YoY
BYD Q1 sales hit 986,000 units (+57.93% YoY). Geely Auto achieves 704,000 units (+48% YoY). Leapmotor leads Chinese EV startups.
China Auto Daily丨Xiaomi Auto Expands to 235 Showrooms Across 65 Cities
Xiaomi Auto now has 235 showrooms across 65 cities; Seres reports record RMB 145.18 billion revenue; Huawei's smart car unit turns profitable.
BYD’s Affordable Fangchengbao Tai 3 Pre-Sale Starts at RMB 139,800
BYD’s off-road brand Fangchengbao has started pre-sales for its Tai 3 compact SUV, priced between RMB 139,800 and RMB 203,800 across five trims. Deliveries are set to begin in April.
China Auto Daily丨GAC-Huawei 'Huawang' Brand Targets RMB 300k Premium EV Segment
GAC-Huawei's Huawang targets RMB 300,000 EV segment. Xiaomi pledges RMB 30B R&D in 2025. 17M NEV sales forecast for 2025.
BYD’s Yangwang U7 Debuts with 1,300 HP and 2.9s 0-100 km/h
On March 27th, BYD launched the Yangwang U7 sedan with 1,300 HP, priced at RMB 628,000 for the 5-seater and RMB 708,000 for the 4-seater, offering both pure-electric and hybrid variants.
China Auto Daily丨Li Auto to Open-Source Li OS, First Carmaker to Do So
Li Auto open-sourcing Li Halo OS, saving millions in fees. BYD's Yangwang U7 with 1,300 HP launches. Trump slaps 25% auto import tariff.
China Auto Daily丨BYD Sealion 05 EV Debuts with DiPilot 100 ADAS Standard
BYD launches Sealion 05 EV with DiPilot 100 ADAS. BYD targets 5.5M sales in 2025. NIO teams up with Beijing Future Science City for battery swap stations.
New BYD Sealion 05 EV Launches at Competitive Price Range
BYD Sealion 05 EV, launched on March 26th, is an A-class all-electric SUV available in three trims priced between RMB 117,800 and RMB 137,800.
Avatr 012 Co-designed by Dior’s Kim Jones Priced at RMB 700,000
Avatr 012 Limited Edition, launched on March 25th, is a premium EV designed by Kim Jones and priced at RMB 700,000, with only 700 units available globally.
China Auto Daily丨Avatr 012 Global Limited Edition Debuts at $107,692
Avatr 012 Global Limited Edition co-designed with Kim Jones. Dongfeng Peugeot-Citroën launches NEV brand HEDMOS. Sichuan surpasses EV charger targets for 2024.