CAAM and European Auto Makers Sign MoU on Cross-Border Data Flows at 2026 Zhongguancun Forum

On March 27, at the “Forum on Innovative Development of Cross-Border Data Flows” of the 2026 Zhongguancun Forum Annual Conference, CAAM and the Beijing Representative Office of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association signed the Memorandum of Understanding on Promoting Cross-Border Automotive Data Flows and Advancing High-Quality Industry Development. Upholding the principles of complementary advantages, resource sharing, mutually reinforcing development, and win-win cooperation, the two sides will strengthen policy exchanges in the field of cross-border automotive data flows, promote innovative applications of digital technologies to empower cross-border automotive data flows, facilitate positive interaction between regulatory authorities and industry stakeholders, and provide automakers with more opportunities for cooperation and development.

On March 27, the IM LS8 officially opened for pre-sales. The new vehicle is positioned as a large SUV and is available in five-seat and six-seat versions. The pre-sale price ranges from 259,800 yuan to 309,800 yuan. Li Weimeng, Chief Marketing Officer of IM Motors, compared the brand to Sam's Club and Costco, emphasizing its focus on quality-oriented families.

On March 27, Ninebot announced a brand partnership with Xiaotiandou, a popular IP under POP MART. The two parties will engage in in-depth co-creation centered on young consumer groups and the expression of sentiment value, and are expected to launch their first co-branded IP EV product in April.