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.
Geely Galaxy launches V900 flagship MPV
Who: Geely Galaxy, Geely Auto’s NEV brand.
What: Official launch of the Geely Galaxy V900, the first model in its premium V-series, positioned as an “AI-powered, all-scenario flagship family MPV.”
When: January 20.
Where: China market.
Pricing: Official list price: 309,800–369,800 yuan. Limited-time launch price: 269,800–329,800 yuan.
Vehicle Positioning & Size: Large MPV with dimensions of 5,360 mm (L) × 1,998 mm (W) × 1,920 mm / 1,940 mm (H). 3,200 mm wheelbase. Seating options include 6-, 7-, or 8-seat layouts, depending on trim.
Interior & Technology: Features a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, 15.4-inch central touchscreen, and 19.8-inch AR head-up display. Equipped with the G-Pilot H5 advanced driver assistance system with LiDAR.
Powertrain:
l Plug-in hybrid system combining a 1.5L turbocharged engine (120 kW) with dual front and rear electric motors.
l Combined motor output of 340 kW and 523 Nm peak torque.
l Battery options of 43.3 kWh and 50 kWh, offering 220 km or 260 km CLTC pure electric range.
l Total combined driving range reaches 1,180 km or 1,220 km.
FAW-Volkswagen produces its 10 millionth EA888 engine
Who: FAW-Volkswagen; Volkswagen FAW Engine (wholly owned subsidiary).
What: The 10 millionth EA888 engine rolled off the production line.
When: January 20, 2026.
Where: Dalian engine plant, China.
Manufacturing Milestones: Plant began operations in 2007. Reached 8 million units in June 2023. Reached 9 million units in September 2024. Achieved 10 million units in January 2026.
Technical Background:
l EA888 engine family has undergone five generations of upgrades.
l Core technologies include Miller cycle combustion, dual variable valve timing, and advanced turbocharging.
l Fifth-generation EA888 integrates Porsche-derived VTG turbocharging, 500-bar ultra-high-pressure fuel injection, and a full-range Miller cycle.
Applications: Widely used across FAW-Volkswagen’s Volkswagen and Audi models, including Magotan, Talagon, Audi Q5L, and Audi A6L.
Significance: Volkswagen FAW Engine is now the world’s largest EA888 engine producer, reinforcing FAW-Volkswagen’s powertrain manufacturing scale and technological maturity.
MINIEYE Expands L4 Autonomous Logistics Vehicles into the Middle East
Who: MINIEYE; ewpartners (investment firm).
What: Signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly deploy Level 4 autonomous logistics vehicles.
When: Announced on January 20.
Where: Initial deployment planned in Saudi Arabia, with broader Middle East expansion.
Strategic Context: The partnership aligns with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, which promotes modernization of transport and logistics infrastructure.
Deployment Plan: Target deployment of up to 1,000 L4 autonomous vehicles before 2030; Marks MINIEYE's official entry into the Middle East and its first overseas expansion of L4 autonomous driving operations.
Technology & Products: Deployment of MINIEYE's fully in-house L4 autonomous driving stack; Introduction of the Xiaozhu Robovan, designed for urban parcel delivery and retail distribution; Vehicles will be adapted for extreme heat and sandstorm conditions.
Roles & Responsibilities:
l MINIEYE: Provides autonomous driving technology, vehicles, and system integration.
l ewpartners: Supports localization through regulatory expertise, local resources, pilot projects, and market entry facilitation.
