Gasgoo Daily: Faraday Future ships first FX 6 prototype vehicles from China to U.S.

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Faraday Future ships first FX 6 prototype vehicles from China to U.S.

Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. announced on Feb. 28 (Beiing time) that the first two camouflaged prototype units of its FX 6 model are set to depart from Shanghai for the company's headquarters in Los Angeles. The FX brand is positioned for the mass market, with three models currently in the pipeline. The two FX 6 prototypes are expected to arrive at the Port of Long Beach in mid-March.

LEADRIVE closes Series E funding

On February 28, Leadrive Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. ("LEADRIVE"), a Chinese power electronics high-tech company, announced the completion of its Series E financing round. The new funds will be primarily used to accelerate the mass production of next-generation power modules, power bricks, and electric control products. Additionally, the investment will support the delivery of overseas customer projects and further enhance the company's domestic business network and global market expansion.

CAMS, ZEEKR Power team up on charging network interconnectivity

On February 27, ZEEKR Power officially announced a partnership with CAMS, a Volkswagen-backed charging service provider, to enable mutual interconnectivity between their charging networks.

XPENG releases 2025 edition of G6 SUV, set to hit market in March

The 2025 refreshed edition of the XPENG G6 SUV was officially unveiled recently, showcasing significant updates despite being an annual facelift, according to XPENG's WeChat post on Feb. 28.

Dongfeng Honda rolls off all-electric SUV S7

On February 26, 2025, Dongfeng Honda saw its strategic all-electric SUV, the Dongfeng Honda S7, officially roll off the production line at its new energy vehicle factory in Wuhan. The model, featuring dual intelligent driving systems, will begin deliveries on March 6.

Official images of Li Auto's first all-electric SUV 'i8'

On February 25, Li Auto officially revealed the official images of its first all-electric SUV, the i8. In the following days, the company released additional photos of the vehicle's front and rear, as well as a side-by-side comparison with the Tesla Model X.

Changan unveils NEVO Q07 smart new energy SUV

On February 27, Changan Automobile introduced the NEVO Q07, a new intelligent SUV under its NEVO new energy vehicle range. The model is also the first product under Changan's "Dubhe Plan 2.0" initiative.

Chery Automobile submits IPO application in Hong Kong

On February 28, 2025, Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. submitted its listing application to the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited. China International Capital Corporation (CICC), Huatai Securities, and GF Securities act as joint sponsors for the IPO.

WeRide launches driverless commercial Robobus service in Europe

On February 27, 2025, autonomous driving company WeRide in collaboration with the Renault Group, French autonomous mobility service operator beti, and insurance group Macif, launched its L4 autonomous minibus (Robobus) service in Drôme, France. This marks WeRide's first public road deployment of fully driverless Robobus service in Europe.