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.
New Denza Z9GT Pure Electric Range Reaches 1,036 km
On Feb. 27, Denza announced its new Z9GT has a pure electric range of 1,036 km, making it the world's longest-range EV.
Denza has not yet revealed official figures for the new Z9GT. The existing model is priced between 334,800 and 414,800 yuan.
Schaeffler sets up humanoid robotics venture in China
On February 27, 2026, Schaeffler announced that it had established a new embodied intelligent robotics company in Taicang, Suzhou, marking its latest push into the fast-evolving humanoid robot sector. The venture will focus on core components and critical subsystems, as the German supplier seeks to carve out a technological edge in what is widely seen as a next frontier for advanced manufacturing.
The newly formed entity, Schaeffler Embodied Intelligent Robotics (Taicang) Co., Ltd., will concentrate on developing and manufacturing essential robotic components, ranging from rolling bearings and planetary roller screws to precision gearboxes, motors and sensors. It also plans to deliver modular solutions covering rotary drives, linear motion systems, thermal management and battery management—areas closely aligned with Schaeffler's long-standing expertise in motion and drive technologies.
Bethel Automotive Safety Systems Establishes Wholly-Owned German Subsidiary
Wuhu Bethel Automotive Safety Systems Co., Ltd. has announced the establishment of a wholly-owned German subsidiary—WBTL Germany GmbH—as it moves to refine its global footprint.
According to the filing, the investment totals $1 million, equivalent to approximately 6.92 million yuan, with funding drawn entirely from internal capital. Bethel holds 100% equity in the new entity. Registered in Germany, the subsidiary will focus on sales, R&D, and technical consulting for automotive safety system components. It has already completed overseas investment filings and local registration procedures.
As a leading domestic supplier of braking and safety systems, Bethel already operates R&D and manufacturing bases in North America. The new German entity will further plug gaps in front-end service and technical responsiveness across the European market.
