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AVATR to launch second major OTA upgrade

AVATR, the new energy vehicle maker backed by Changan Automobile, Huawei, and CATL, announced on May 21 that it will soon launch its second OTA upgrade, with the software version labeled as AVATR.OS 1.2.0. The update will be rolled out in batches based on the distribution of service centers.

Photo credit: AVATR

DENZA D9 DM-i to introduce new trim regarding range

Zhao Changjiang, general manager of DENZA’s sales division, revealed on its Sina Weibo account that DENZA plans to introduce a new trim of the D9 DM-i with a range between 50km and 190km. The new model will be equipped with an 80kW DC fast charging and 6kW external power discharge functions as standard, the same as the 190km-range trim. The delivery is planned for the third quarter of this year.

All-new Honda Accord hits market in China

On May 20, the all-new Honda Accord was officially put onto the market by GAC Honda, with a price range from 179,800 to 258,800 yuan.

Photo credit: GAC Honda

FAW-Toyota’s new Corolla hits market with ‘4T’ technologies carried

On May 21, the all-new Corolla was officially put onto the market by FAW-Toyota with nine trim levels offered, including six oil-fueled variants (116,800 yuan-132,800 yuan) and three HEV trims (131,800 yuan-155,800 yuan).

First mass-produced XPeng G6 rolls off line

The first mass-produced vehicle of the XPeng G6, which made its debut at the Auto Shanghai 2023, has already rolled off the production line, along with another piece of news that the company has scrapped the "Black Knight" edition, according to a local media outlet.

Changan Deepal S7 kicks off presale, starting at 169,900 yuan

On May 20, Deepal, Changan Automobile's new energy vehicle-dedicated brand, officially commenced pre-orders for its first mid-size SUV, the Deepal S7, with an official pre-order price of 169,900 yuan to 239,900 yuan.

JAC Group boasts 198.92 million yuan of net profit in Jan.-Apr. 2023 period

Beijing (Gasgoo)- Chinese major automaker JAC Group reported a strong business performance for the period of January to April in 2023, with a total of 182,897 vehicles sold, which marked a rise of 16.68% compared to the same period last year.

Changan Automobile discloses plans to set up business units in Southeast Asia, Europe

Changan Automobile recently disclosed the plans of its overseas operations during an investor inquiry that the company aims to expand its global footprint by establishing a Southeast Asian business unit and a European regional headquarters.

JAC Group's 'EV 3' electric compact car starts presale

JAC Group started pre-sale for its intelligent electric vehicle, the EV 3 ("Yiwei 3" in Chinese Pinyin), on May 20. The new pure-electric model, which is the first production model under JAC’s Yiwei brand, starts at 97,900 yuan.

Dongfeng Honda's new energy vehicles set sail to Europe

Chinese legacy automaker Dongfeng Motor recently announced the first official export of Dongfeng Honda's new energy vehicles to Europe, which involves two models, namely the CR-V (hybrid and plug-in hybrid) and the e:NS1 (pure electric).

SKF inaugurates Changshan production base’s Phase II

On May 18th, the Sweden-headquartered ceramic ball bearing provider SKF held an opening ceremony for the second phase of its tapered roller bearings and cylindrical roller bearings production base in Changshan county, Quzhou city, Zhejiang province.

BYD’s first brand experience center opens for business in Wuhan city

On May 20th, BYD's first brand experience center officially opened at the Wuhan International Conference & Exhibition Center, according to a post on BYD’s WeChat account.