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ZEEKR to launch new-generation tech products on Aug. 13

ZEEKR, the premium electric vehicle maker under Geely Holding, is about to launch its new-generation smart cockpit, battery, and intelligent driving system on August 13, according to a post on the personal Weibo account of Jiang Jun, vice president of Zeekr Intelligent Technology.

2025 Lynk & Co 08 EM-P hits market

On the evening of August 8, 2024, Lynk & Co officially put the 2025 model of the Lynk & Co 08 EM-P SUV model, onto the market, along with the OTA 1.6.0 version update. The new vehicle comes in six trim levels, with an official guidance price range of 195,800 yuan to 258,800 yuan.

FAW Toyota launches operation of hydrogen-powered truck project

In alignment with the Tianjin Municipal Government's mandate to establish a green manufacturing system and to advance the dual-carbon strategies of both shareholders (FAW Group and Toyota Motor), FAW Toyota held an inauguration ceremony on August 8 at its factory in the Tianjin Economic-Technological Development Area (TEDA) to officially launch the operation of its hydrogen-powered truck project.

BMW Group to showcase 13 new car models at 2024 Chengdu Motor Show

On August 30, BMW Group will showcase 13 new car models from its BMW and MINI brands at the 2024 Chengdu Motor Show, marking its largest-ever lineup at the event.

NETA Auto introduces three key NEV models in Brazilian market

On August 8, Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) maker NETA Auto made a significant debut in São Paulo, Brazil, becoming the first Chinese NEV startup to open a store and officially launch products in the Brazilian market. The company introduced three of its flagship models to the Brazilian market—the NETA AYA, NETA X, and NETA GT—all of which are the brand's hotter-selling vehicles.

China's Henan province issues policy for development of low-altitude economy

On August 12, the General Office of the People's Government of Henan Province issued a notification regarding the "Implementation Plan for Promoting High-Quality Development of the Low-Altitude Economy in Henan Province (2024-2027)" (hereinafter referred to as "the Plan"). The initiative aims to accelerate the development of the low-altitude economy, fostering the integration of low-altitude economy consumption, aircraft manufacturing, and operational services into a comprehensive industrial chain, ultimately forming a new productive force and creating strategic emerging industrial clusters.

Dongfeng Motor's YTD new energy vehicle sales jump 22.5% YoY by end of July

Chinese legacy carmaker Dongfeng Motor Group Company Limited (Dongfeng Motor Group) announced that it sold 108,330 vehicles in July 2024, representing a 33.73% decline year-on-year.

Yoocar Technology partners with Changzhou National High-Tech Zone for autonomous driving development

Chinese V2X service provider Yoocar Technology recently signed an investment agreement with the Administrative Committee of Changzhou National High-Tech Zone in Jiangsu Province. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Yoocar's expansion within the autonomous driving sector.

Horizon Robotics approved by CSRC for Hong Kong IPO

On August 9, China's Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) announced that smart driving computing solution provider Horizon Robotics has received approval for its listing in Hong Kong.

BYD puts BYD SEALION 6 DM-i model onto Thai market

On August 8, 2024, BYD held a grand launch event at its passenger car production base in Rayong, Thailand, to introduce the BYD SEALION 6 DM-i, which is known domestically in China as the Song PLUS DM-i. This event marked the official entry of this plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) model into the Thai market. 

CATL inaugurates first New Energy Lifestyle Plaza

On August 10, CATL officially opened its New Energy Lifestyle Plaza in Chengdu city, the capital of Sichuan province. The plaza's inaugural display features nearly 50 brands and 100 car models, offering consumers a comprehensive view of the market's most popular vehicles in one place.

SAIC Motor's Jan.-Jul. new energy vehicle sales rise 14.91% YoY, despite drop in July sales

SAIC Motor recorded a wholesale volume of 251,484 vehicles for the month of July, representing a year-on-year plunge of 37.16%, according to the group's latest monthly sales results.

The group also reported that its new energy vehicle (NEV) sales jump 14.91% from a year earlier to 463,089 units for the Jan.-Jul. period of this year. However, as for monthly performance, its NEV business still faced a 21.85% year-on-year downturn in July wholesales, which amounted to 90,987 units.

Dongfeng eπ 007 REEV goes on sale with starting price of 131,600 yuan

On August 9, Dongfeng Motor's eπ new energy vehicle brand officially put the eπ 007 range-extended version (eπ 007 REEV) onto the market with deliveries beginning at the same time. The model is available in two variants, which are the eπ 007 200Air priced at 131,600 yuan and the eπ 007 200Pro priced at 159,600 yuan.