Gasgoo Daily: SAIC-GM, CATL launch 6C ultra-fast charging LFP battery

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SAIC-GM, CATL launch 6C ultra-fast charging LFP battery

On September 25, SAIC-GM, in collaboration with CATL, introduced the automotive industry's first 6C ultra-fast charging lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery. This breakthrough battery technology is expected to be integrated into the upgraded Ultium platform with a quasi-900V high-voltage architecture starting in 2025.

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BatteroTech, Yaluxing New Energy sign investment cooperation agreement

On September 23, BatteroTech and Shenzhen Yaluxing New Energy Materials Co., Ltd. ("Yanluxing New Energy') signed an investment cooperation agreement. The two companies will collaborate on a project to produce and develop aluminum battery shells and top covers in Pinghu Economic and Technological Development Zone, Zhejiang Province. This venture will be carried out through a newly established joint company.

BYD's DENZA N9 model teased in new spy shots

On September 25, Zhao Changjiang, General Manager of BYD's DENZA Sales Division, shared teaser images of the upcoming DENZA N9 SUV on social media. He revealed that the N9 will be nearly 5.3 meters long and will feature BYD's advanced e4 technology. 

BYD hits production milestone of 9 million new energy vehicles

On September 25, BYD celebrated the rollout of its 9 millionth new energy vehicle (NEV) at its factory in Shenshan Special Cooperation Zone, Shenzhen city, making it the first automaker in the world to achieve this milestone.

Maserati appoints Yu Hanbang as new General Manager for China

On September 25, Maserati, the luxury automotive brand, announced the appointment of Mr. Yu Hanbang as the new General Manager for Maserati China, effective immediately. In his new role, Mr. Yu will oversee the Trident brand's commercial operations across the Chinese market.

Zhuoyu teams up with NVIDIA to develop flagship smart driving solutions

On September 20, 2024, Zhuoyu (formerly DJI Automotive) and NVIDIA held a partnership ceremony to announce their collaboration on developing flagship intelligent driving solutions, leveraging NVIDIA's next-generation centralized vehicle computing platform, NVIDIA DRIVE Thor.

Dongfeng Motor, Huawei inaugurate joint intelligent vehicle control center

On September 23, Dongfeng Motor's R&D Institute announced the establishment of the Joint Innovation Center for Intelligent Vehicle Control with Huawei's Qiankun Automotive Control unit.

SAIC-GM-Wuling launches new strategy targeting ASEAN market development

On September 24, the 21st China-ASEAN EXPO ("CAEXPO") opened in Nanning city, Jiangxi province, where SAIC-GM-Wuling ("SGMW") officially launched its "One Two Three Go" ASEAN Strategy, targeting the ASEAN market as a key area for global expansion in the new energy vehicle (NEV) sector.

Joyson Safety Systems to further support GAC AION in global market expansion

On September 24, Joyson Safety Systems, automotive safety arm of Joyson Electronics, signed a global strategic cooperation agreement with GAC AION in Guangzhou, signaling a deepening collaboration between the two companies, according to a post on Joyson Electronics' WeChat account.

Sinopec grants EV charging access to NIO, ONVO's users

On September 25, NIO announced a new partnership with Sinopec, enabling NIO users to access Sinopec's nationwide network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations through the NIO app, NIO Power app, and NIO's in-car systems.

Leapmotor unveils camouflage photos of first global model B10

On September 25, Leapmotor revealed the first official camouflage images of the B10, the debut globally-oriented model from its B platform, marking a major step in the company's global expansion strategy.

Dongfeng Motor puts MHERO 917's movie-inspired edition onto market

Dongfeng Motor's luxury electric off-roader brand, MHERO, officially put a movie-themed special edition of the MHERO 917 model, named Jiaolong Zhanjia (translating to "Dragon Armor" ) onto the market.

Tencent Cloud, Dongfeng Motor to co-boost in intelligent connected vehicle development

Recently, Dongfeng Motor signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Tencent Cloud for vehicle-cloud integrated smart innovation ecosystem exploration.

BYD delivers 100 full-electric buses to Uruguay's CUTCSA

On September 19, BYD delivered 100 pure electric buses to CUTCSA, Uruguay's largest electric public transport operator, at its Qingdao factory. This handover ceremony marks another significant breakthrough for BYD in the international commercial vehicle market and provides a fresh boost to Uruguay's push towards green transportation.