With Gasgoo Daily, we will offer daily important automotive news in China. For those we have reported, the title of the piece will include a hyperlink, which will provide detailed information.
Xiaomi EV nears completion of 2024 summer testing
On August 15, Xiaomi's CEO Lei Jun announced on his personal Weibo account that Xiaomi EV's 2024 summer testing is nearing completion. Lei Jun, along with Xiaomi's President Lu Weibing, will visit the Xiaomi summer testing base in Turpan to review the results of this year's summer tests.
China's Jan.-Jul. automobile export volume jumps 28.8% YoY
For the first seven months of 2024, China's automobile exports amounted to around 3.262 million units, jumping 28.8% from a year earlier, according to data by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM). In July alone, the country exported roughly 469,000 vehicles, representing a 3.2% drop month-on-month, but showing a 19.6% growth year-on-year.
Haomo.ai's intelligent driving-assisted user driving distance surpasses 20 billion km
Great Wall Motor-backed autonomous driving tech firm Haomo.ai announced on Aug. 14 that users had accumulated 200 billion kilometers of driving distance assisted by its intelligent driving solution.
NIO rolls off first mass-produced unit of ONVO L60 model
On August 15, NIO's fresh sub-brand, ONVO, saw the first mass-produced unit of the ONVO L60, the brand's inaugural production model, roll off the assembly line at its F2 factory in Hefei city. The birth of the new car, marked with the official serial number "0000001," represented a significant milestone for the company.
Stellantis announces new leadership appointments in China
On August 14, global auto group Stellantis announced key leadership adjustments for China business. Pan Liyin has been named general manager of Stellantis (Shanghai) Automotive Co., Ltd., and acting general manager of Alfa Romeo China. Zeng Dihao takes on the role of deputy general manager of Stellantis (Shanghai) Automotive Co., Ltd., and general manager of Jeep China.
TuSimple expands into generative AI for animation, video games based on 'The Three-Body Problem'
On August 15, 2024, global AI technology company TuSimple announced a collaboration with Shanghai Three-Body Animation Co., Ltd. to develop an animated feature film and a video game based on the internationally renowned sci-fi novel series “The Three-Body Problem” by Liu Cixin.
Changan Auto's 4th-gen CS75 PLUS rolls off line
On August 14, Changan Auto announced that the fourth-generation CS75 PLUS SUV model has officially rolled off the production line at Changan’s smart factory in Hefei. The new model, which has undergone significant upgrades in exterior design, dimensions, interior, and powertrain, is expected to be released to the market in September. For reference, the current CS75 PLUS is priced between 117,900 yuan and 154,900 yuan.
VOYAH kicks off nationwide delivery of FREE 318
On August 14, Dongfeng Motor's premium new energy vehicle brand VOYAH officially commenced the nationwide delivery of its FREE 318 SUV model.
DARE AUTO, JMEV form strategic cooperation in solid-state battery field
On August 14, Fuxin Dare Automotive Parts Co., Ltd. ("DARE AUTO") announced the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement on solid-state batteries with Jiangling Group Electric Vehicle Co., Ltd. ("JMEV").
NETA Auto unveils pre-sale prices of NETA S Shooting-brake's BEV edition
On August 15, Chinese new energy vehicle maker NETA Auto revealed the pre-sale prices for the NETA S Shooting-brake model's BEV (battery electric vehicle) edition. The 510 Air and 640 AWD Max versions are priced between 166,900 yuan and 219,900 yuan, while the price for the 800V version will be announced later.
Great Wall Motor hosts regional brand launch in Uruguay
Great Wall Motor ("GWM") recently held a regional brand launch event in Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, a member country of the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR), according to a post on GWM's WeChat account.
