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ZEEKR to introduce first self-developed battery

On December 6, ZEEKR announced the impending launch of its debut self-developed battery on December 14. This innovative battery will be deployed onto the ZEEKR 007 model first.

NETA Auto releases teaser photos of NETA L

Chinese new energy vehicle maker NETA Auto unveiled the inaugural teaser image of its upcoming SUV (internally code-named the EP32), officially named NETA L. This pure electric SUV is built on the Shanhai platform, designed as a spacious five-seater.

Photo credit: NETA Auto

Volkswagen aims to stay top international automaker in China

At the 2023 World New Energy Vehicles Congress, Ralf Brandstaetter, Chairman and CEO of Volkswagen Group China, emphasized Volkswagen is dedicated to securing its position as the leading international automotive enterprise in China and maintaining a top-three position in the country's automotive market. Embracing a leadership role in the era of intelligent connected vehicles is pivotal for Volkswagen's future success.

Nissan Motor’s China sales rise 2.2% MoM in November

Nissan Motor today announced its performance in the Chinese market for November 2023, encompassing passenger vehicles and light commercial vehicles, achieving a combined monthly sales volume of 74,879 units, marking a 2.2% month-on-month increase.

Honda Motor’s China retail sales in Nov. 2023 jump YoY, but shrink MoM

In November 2023, Honda Motor saw its retail sales in China jump 36.5% from a year ago to 106,654 vehicles, the Japanese automaker announced this week.

Li Auto enhances vehicles’ winter driving range by 15-20% via OTA update

Li Auto announced the formal rollout of the OTA 4.6.5 on December 7, unveiling a significant enhancement in vehicles’ winter driving range by 15-20%.

Gansu Province initiates autonomous driving pilot operation works

On December 6, Gansu Province's Department of Transportation, Department of Industry and Information Technology, and Public Security Department jointly issued the inaugural autonomous driving demonstration application license.

Bosch steps up cooperation with Suzhou Industrial Park

The global auto parts giant Bosch and the authority of the Suzhou Industrial Park inked an agreement on December 6, further solidifying their industrial collaboration and underlining Bosch's commitment to increasing its investment in the region, according to a post on the WeChat account of the Suzhou Industrial Park.

Changan Automobile posts 23.01% YoY jump in November sales

Chinese automaker Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd. ("Changan Automobile") sold 227,327 vehicles in November 2023, which jumped 23.01% year over year, according to the company’s sales report released on December 6.

SemiDrive, SAIC Volkswagen team up to promote domain control tech development

On December 6, Chinese automotive chip developer SemiDrive and SAIC Volkswagen signed a memorandum of cooperation to jointly propel the R&D and application of intelligent vehicles’ electronic technology.

XPeng upgrades new progress of collaboration with Volkwagen Group

On the evening of December 6, Chinese new energy vehicle maker XPeng announced the successful completion of all prerequisites outlined in the share purchase agreement with Volkswagen Group, marking the finalization of the investment according to the terms and conditions of the agreement.

First Wuling-branded new energy sedan ‘Xingguang’ hits market, starting at 88,800 yuan

On December 6, SAIC-GM-Wuling put the first new energy sedan model under the Wuling brand, the Wuling Xingguang (translating to "Starlight"), onto the market. The product currently available for sale is the model's PHEV (plug-in electric vehicle) version, with the BEV (battery electric vehicle) one set for market launch in early 2024.

GAC, CRRC-backed Guangzhou Qinglan starts operations of IGBT factory

On December 5, the inauguration ceremony of the insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) production line of Guangzhou Qinglan Semiconductor Co., Ltd. ("Guangzhou Qinglan") took place at the GAC Components (Guangzhou) Industrial Park.

NIO’s 2,200th battery swap station in China goes live

On December 6, NIO announced the launch of its 2,200th battery swap station in China, which is situated at the Wuwei Service Area on the G30 Expressway. This new facility addition strengthens NIO's battery swapping network along the Silk Road, with a total of 12 battery swap stations and 47 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations now spanning from Xi'an to Horgos.