Gasgoo Daily: Xiaomi EV holds access to over 1.02 million charging piles in China

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Xiaomi EV holds access to over 1.02 million charging piles in China

On January 26, Xiaomi EV announced it had formed partnerships with 13 leading charging service operators, integrating over 1.02 million charging piles into its Xiaomi's charging service map. The network includes more than 800,000 DC fast-charging piles, covering 365 cities and 88.1% of highway service areas in China. 

Huawei's HIMA launches Chinese New Year holiday support for car owners 

On January 26, Huawei's smart car alliance, Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance, announced its plans to offer 24/7 free roadside assistance, safety checks, and concierge services for owners of AITO, LUXEED, and STELATO vehicles to ensure safe travel during the Chinese New Year. The service will end on February 5.

XPENG's AEROHT co-initiate flying car pilot program with Hainan Province

On January 21, XPENG's flying car company AEROHT and the Hainan Provincial Development and Reform Commission jointly launched the "Flying Car Demonstration Island" project in Haikou city. The initiative aims to make the entire island accessible by flying cars, building on a strategic cooperation framework signed in November 2024. 

Chinese AI company AICT partners with HKU in smart city, transportation fields

On Jan. 24, Chinese artificial intelligence solution developer AICT announced it had signed a "1+3" strategic cooperation agreement with the Multimedia Laboratory, the Green, FinTech, and Property Technology Laboratory, and the Future Urban and Sustainable Environment Laboratory at the University of Hong Kong. The collaboration aims to advance cutting-edge High-Accuracy Artificial Intelligence (HAI) technologies in smart cities and intelligent transportation. 

GAC Energy teams up with LONGi Leye for integrated energy pilot project

On January 24, GAC Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (GAC Energy) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with LONGi Leye Photovoltaic Technology Co., Ltd. (LONGi Leye) at GAC Group's headquarters in Guangzhou. The partnership focuses on a wide range of initiatives, including solar, energy storage, EV charging, and battery swapping projects, energy solutions, vehicle sales, and photovoltaic product development.

Tesla to launch first V4 Superchargers in China soon

Tesla announced via its official Weibo account on January 24 that its first V4 Supercharger stations in China are set to be launched soon.

SERES Group expected to turn loss to profit in 2024

On January 21, Chinese automaker SERES Group announced its 2024 annual performance forecast, expecting revenue of 144.2 billion yuan to 146.7 billion yuan, which represents a year-on-year soar of 302.32% to 309.30%.

Chinese short-video platform 'Douyin' integrates in-app ride-hailing services

On January 24, the Chinese version of TikTok, Douyin, officially launched its ride-hailing service, accessible via the "My Wallet" section of the app. Currently, the service features only one provider, "Gaode Taxi" (powered by AutoNavi), but a "more brands coming soon" notice suggests additional mobility providers will join in the future.