Gasgoo Daily: Li Auto newly opens 15 supercharging stations last week

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Li Auto newly opens 15 supercharging stations last week

From September 9 to September 15, Li Auto added 15 new supercharging stations in China. Additionally, 52 new charging piles were put into service during the same period.

Photo credit: Li Auto

ZEEKR delivers 1,000th ZEEKR 009 Grand Edition MPVs

ZEEKR announced on September 16 that the 1,000th ZEEKR 009 Grand Edition new energy MPV was delivered to its user. The ZEEKR 009 Grand Edition is the four-seater high-spec variant of the 009 MPV lineup.

First ZEEKR 7X mass-produced units roll off line

ZEEKR's new 7X model has rolled off the production line, the automaker announced recently. The new model is scheduled to officially hit the market on September 20.

GAC Group inaugurates two new showrooms in Hong Kong, China

On September 16, GAC Group celebrated the grand opening of two new showrooms in Hong Kong's Hung Hom and North Point, marking a significant milestone in the company's expansion into the Hong Kong market.

AVATR launches right-hand drive AVATR 11 model in Thailand

On September 17, AVATR, the premium new energy vehicle brand jointly backed by Changan Automobile, Huawei, and CATL, held a brand launch event in Bangkok, Thailand, introducing the right-hand drive version of its AVATR 11 model.

GAC AION opens first flagship showroom in Manila, Philippines

GAC Group's new energy vehicle brand AION officially entered the Philippine market with the opening of its first flagship showroom in the Makati business district of Manila, the automaker recently announced.

DeepWay delivers first smart electric trucks to UAE partner ATOMIX

On September 18, Chinese smart electric truck manufacturer DeepWay announced that its first batch of vehicles for overseas markets has successfully arrived in the UAE. The trucks were delivered to ATOMIX, a subsidiary of TruKKer, the leading digital freight network in the Middle East.

Hesai Technology launches OT128 360° LiDAR

Automotive LiDAR supplier Hesai Technology recently unveiled its latest 360° LiDAR sensor, the OT128, designed for applications such as L4 autonomous driving, industrial robotics, smart ports, and ADAS development.

Great Wall Motor signs MoU for CKD cooperation in Vietnam

Recently, Great Wall Motor ("GWM") announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Vietnam's Thanh An Group to establish a CKD (Completely Knocked Down) assembly partnership in the country, according to a post on GWM's WeChat account. The deal aims to localize GWM vehicle production in Vietnam, with the first cars expected to roll off the assembly line by the end of 2025.

CATL forges strategic partnership with Shandong Heavy Industry Group

On September 14, CATL and Shandong Heavy Industry Group held a strategic cooperation signing ceremony in Ningde, Fujian, according to a post on CATL's WeChat account.

BYD opens new showroom in Dubai

On September 12, BYD, in partnership with Al-Futtaim, celebrated the grand opening of its flagship store on Dubai's prestigious Sheikh Zayed Road. This new location marks another significant milestone for BYD in the region, following the success of its Festival City showroom.

BYD, CEVA Logistics team up on logistics, ground transportation in Europe

On September 17, during the IAA Transportation 2024 in Hanover, Germany, BYD and CEVA Logistics announced a strategic partnership focused on logistics and ground transportation in Europe, according to a press release from BYD.