Gasgoo Daily: Beijing Hyundai teams up with CATL to build Chinese-spec BEV models

Published: Apr 27, 2024 00:07
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Beijing Hyundai teams up with CATL to build Chinese-spec BEV models

On April 25, the opening day of the Auto China 2024, Beijing Hyundai signed a strategic cooperation agreement with CATL. The partnership will focus on Beijing Hyundai's EV projects, jointly developing all-electric vehicle models tailored for the Chinese market. Future electric models from Beijing Hyundai will be equipped with batteries from CATL.

MHERO exhibits three new NEV products at Auto China 2024

On April 26, 2024, MHERO, Dongfeng Motor's luxury electric off-roader brand, showcased three new significant products at the Auto China 2024. These included a new energy all-terrain extreme off-road concept vehicle—the MHERO M-HUNTER, an all-terrain luxurious electric off-road vehicle—the MHERO 917 Jiaolong Zhanjia (translating to “Flood Dragon Armor”), and a vehicle tailor-made for extreme off-road enthusiasts—the MHERO 917 Gaodi Xiongshi (translating to “Highland Lion”).

GAC Honda puts e:NP2 model onto market at Auto China 2024

On April 25, Honda showcased the second generation of its e:N Series electric vehicles, the e:NP2 and e:NS2, at the Auto China 2024. The all-new e:NP2 from GAC Honda went on sale at the auto show, while the all-new e:NS2 will go on sale from Dongfeng Honda in June 2024.

Dongfeng Motor's VOYAH launches global expansion strategy ‘Let’s VOYAH’

On April 26, VOYAH, the premium new energy vehicle maker under Dongfeng Motor, made a major announcement of its "Let's VOYAH" global expansion strategy at the Auto China 2024 in Beijing.

NETA Auto, SenseAuto cement cooperation to boost next-gen intelligent driving, smart cockpit tech innovation, applications

On April 25, at the Auto China 2024 in Beijing, Chinese new energy vehicle maker NETA Auto announced it would deepen its strategic cooperation with SenseAuto, the intelligent automotive application platform under SenseTime, ushering in a new chapter of collaboration.

Star Charge, CATL form strategic cooperation on EV charging tech R&D, facility construction

On April 25, the opening day of the Auto China 2024, Chinese leading electric vehicle (EV) charging service provider Star Charge and power battery giant CATL signed a strategic cooperation agreement.

CATL launches Shenxing PLUS 4C battery capable of 1,000-km range

On April 25, 2024, the opening day of the Auto China 2024, CATL unveiled the world's first lithium iron phosphate battery that enables a 1,000 km range with 4C supercharging capabilities, named Shenxing PLUS.

Neusoft launches OneCoreGo® global smart mobility solution 5.0 at Auto China 2024

On April 26, Neusoft officially launched its OneCoreGo® global smart mobility solution 5.0 at the Auto China 2024 in Beijing, showcasing its innovative achievements in the AI technology and automotive field.

Pony.ai receives CSRC's approval for overseas listing

On April 23, the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) issued the "Notice on the Overseas Issuance and Listing of Pony AI Inc.", which signifies the CSRC's approval for the autonomous driving tech firm Pony.ai to go public overseas.

Momenta launches advanced intelligent driving solution based on NVIDIA DRIVE Orin

On April 25, 2024, autonomous driving solution developer Momenta announced the official launch of its advanced intelligent driving solution based on the NVIDIA DRIVE Orin chip.

Toyota joins hands with Tencent to boost transition towards mobility service provider

On April 25, Tencent Holdings Ltd. ("Tencent") and Toyota Motor Corporation ("Toyota") announced the commencement of their strategic cooperation at the Auto China 2024.

In the future, Toyota will combine Tencent's strengths in fields of AI large model, cloud technologies, and digital ecosystems to with Toyota's abundant mobility offerings like SDVs (Software Defined Vehicles). The Japanese automaker is set to place its focus on transitioning towards a mobility service provider, with continuous efforts directed towards business transformation centered around electrification, intelligence, and diversification.

DJI Automotive showcases innovative solutions at Auto China 2024

On April 25th, the inaugural day of the Auto China 2024, DJI Automotive, a DJI subsidiary that provides integrated solutions for autonomous driving, showcased an impressive lineup of products and achievements.

Nissan Motor, Baidu ink MoU for cooperation in AI, intelligent car fields

On April 25, Nissan (China) Investment Co., Ltd. ("NCIC") and Baidu Online Network Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd. ("Baidu") jointly inked an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding), under which the two parties are set to to conduct feasibility study on strategic collaboration in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and intelligent automobiles.

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