Gasgoo Daily: BYD Yuan UP to hit market on March 26

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BYD Yuan UP to hit market on March 26

The BYD Yuan UP, the brand's all-new SUV model, is set to hit the market on March 26, with an expected price range of 100,000 yuan to 120,000 yuan. The BYD Yuan UP is the first A0-segment SUV from BYD to ride on the e-Platform 3.0, boasting core technologies such as an integrated eight-in-one electric powertrain, a wide-temperature range efficient heat pump system, direct cooling and heating technology for the battery, and a highly safe Blade Battery.

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XPeng P7i 702 Max Wing Edition hits market

XPeng announced on March 25 the XPeng P7i 702 Max Wing Edition has already gone on sale, with an official guidance price of 289,900 yuan. The company is offering a limited-time discount of 40,000 yuan, bringing the price down to 249,900 yuan. The promotional offer is valid from March 25, 2024, to March 31, 2024.

Baidu partners with Dongguan city to speed up AI applications in comprehensive scenarios

On March 22, the Municipal Government of Dongguan city and Baidu signed a strategic cooperation agreement, according to Baidu’s press release. The partnership will focus on the development of the AI industry, leveraging Baidu's strengths in AI algorithms, cloud computing, big data, and autonomous driving technologies to promote the comprehensive application of AI across various scenarios.

XPENG AEROHT's 'Land Aircraft Carrier' flying car enters airworthiness certification phase

On March 25, XPENG AEROHT, the urban air mobility company affiliated with XPeng Inc., officially announced that the application for the Type Certificate (TC) of its "Land Aircraft Carrier" flying car's airframe (codenamed: X3-F) had recently been accepted by the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) South Central Regional Administration, indicating that the model is poised to enter the airworthiness certification phase.

BYD Auto hits production milestone of 7 millionth new energy vehicle

On March 25, a momentous occasion was marked in the automotive industry as BYD Auto celebrated the roll-off of its 7 millionth new energy vehicle, a new DENZA N7. This achievement not only signifies BYD Auto's significant production milestone but also sets the stage for the official market launch of the DENZA N7 on April 1.

Autonomous driving tech firm UISEE to build R&D center in Hong Kong

On March 20, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China's Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises held the "OASES Partnership Signing Ceremony," welcoming a new batch of key enterprises to Hong Kong or expanding their operations in the city. UISEE, a Chinese autonomous driving technology company, was among the 25 key enterprises participating in this signing.

IM Motors' L6 model to be deployed with ultra-fast-charging solid-state battery

On March 25, IM Motors announced that its upcoming model, the IM L6, will be the first to feature the industry's first mass-produced "ultra-fast-charging solid-state battery," heralding the era of solid-state batteries in the new energy vehicle sector.

ARCFOX inks deal for exporting 200 vehicles with Spain's 3B95, S.L

On March 21, 2024, BAIC BJEV and a Spanish business delegation engaged in extensive discussions regarding the automaker’s high-end new energy vehicle brand ARCFOX's entry into the Spanish market.

JAC Motors forays into Australian market with JAC T9 diesel-powered pickup

On March 20, JAC Motors announced its entry into the Australian pickup market with the debut of the right-hand drive JAC T9 diesel-powered pickup, tailored specifically for the local market.

SAIC-CATL, UL Solutions ink MoU to enhance safety of power batteries, EV charging systems

On March 20, SAIC-CATL, the joint venture between SAIC Motor and CATL, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the global safety science leader UL Solutions. The partnership aims to address the evolving needs of the electric vehicle (EV) industry by concentrating on battery systems and component testing and certification. A significant portion of their cooperative efforts will revolve around the standards, technical specifications, and compliance in the development related to such areas as wireless charging system and the secondary use and safety of batteries.

BYD Seal BEV model's Honor Edition hits market, starting at 179,800 yuan

On March 25, the all-electric BYD Seal model's Honor Edition hit the market, with an official price range of 179,800 yuan to 249,800 yuan. This latest addition to BYD's lineup is available in three range options, four power solutions, and five distinct trim levels, catering to a wide array of customer preferences and driving needs.

NETA Auto rolls off 400,000th mass-produced vehicle

On March 25, Chinese new energy vehicle maker NETA Auto marked a significant milestone in its journey by rolling off its 400,000th mass-produced vehicle, which also coincides with the production of the company's first mass-produced units of the NETA L model.