Gasgoo Daily: BAIC BluePark to change name to BAICARCFOX

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BAIC BluePark to change name to BAICARCFOX

On February 14, BAIC BluePark announced it would change both its official Chinese and English names. After the change, its official English name will change from "BAIC BluePark New Energy Technology Co., Ltd." to "BAICARCFOX New Energy Vehicle Co. Ltd." The company will seek approval for a new stock abbreviation after completing the name change and will disclose the update once the Shanghai Stock Exchange approves.

α S5; photo credit: ARCFOX

FAW Jiefang signs strategic cooperation agreement with Gaolaozhuang New Energy

On February 14, FAW Jiefang and Gaolaozhuang New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement for the delivery of 5,000 new energy commercial vehicles to the latter. The partnership will focus on the new energy commercial vehicle field, advancing the growth of green logistics. 

JAC Pickup sells 4,388 vehicles in January 2025

In January, JAC Pickup's global sales reached 4,388 units, showing both month-on-month and year-on-year growth in the Chinese market.

Shenzhen launches China's first standard system for electric vehicle supercharging facilities

On February 17, the Shenzhen Administration for Market Regulation, in collaboration with the Development and Reform Commission of Shenzhen Municipality, jointly released the "Guidelines for the Construction of Shenzhen's Electric Vehicle (EV) Supercharging Facility Standard System," marking the establishment of China's first guidelines for the construction of EV supercharging facilities standard system.

GAC Group breaks ground on new integrated die-casting factory

GAC Group conducted the groundbreaking ceremony of its GAOG Digital New Factory on February 15 at the Industrial Park for Intelligent & Connected New Energy Vehicle in Panyu district, Guangzhou city, according to a press release GAC Group issued via its official website.

Oruid's automotive aftermarket circular economy project finds home in Donghai city

Miracle Oruide (Guangzhou) Auto Parts Remanufacturing Co., Ltd. (called "Oruid" for short) has signed a tripartite cooperation agreement with the People's Government of Taolin town, Donghai county, and Jiangsu Green Donghai Investment Development Group Co., Ltd. ("Donghai" is in Chinese pinyin), according to a press release Miracle Automation issued on February 17 via its WeChat account. The agreement marks the establishment of Oruid's first China-based automotive aftermarket circular economy center in Taolin town.

AION V 650 Smart Sharing edition hits market, priced at 139,800 yuan

On February 17, GAC AION officially put the 650 Smart Sharing edition of the AION V compact SUV onto the market, priced at 139,800 yuan.

GAC Group's AION V model hits Indonesian market

On February 13, GAC INTERNATIONAL showcased three core models, including its first global-oriented strategic model, the AION V, at the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS). 

China's new energy vehicle output, sales both achieve two-digit YoY growth in Jan. 2025

In the first month of 2025, there were 2.45 million vehicles produced in China, representing a 27.2% month-on-month decline but a 1.7% year-on-year growth. Meanwhile, China's auto sales stood at 2.424 million vehicles, which tumbled 30.5% from the previous month and dipped 0.6% from the previous year, according to data provided by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM).

MINIEYE delivers L4 autonomous minibus in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province

Chinese autonomous driving tech company MINIEYE announced on Feb.17 its successful delivery of an L4 autonomous minibus project in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province. This delivery marks a significant milestone for the company's iRobo L4 autonomous driving solution, transitioning from R&D validation to large-scale implementation.

Geely Auto puts Galaxy L7 EM-i model onto market

On February 14, Geely's new energy vehicle range Galaxy officially put its Galaxy L7 EM-i model onto the market.

BYD to begin mass pilot applications of all-solid-state batteries in vehicles around 2027

On February 15, at the 2nd China All-Solid-State Battery Innovation and Development Summit Forum, Sun Huajun, CTO of Shenzhen BYD Lithium Battery Co., Ltd., announced that BYD plans to begin mass demonstration applications of all-solid-state batteries in vehicles around 2027, with large-scale adoption expected after 2030.

VOYAH COURAGE receives OTA 2.0 update with AI, navigation, intelligence enhancements

On February 14, Dongfeng Motor's premium new energy vehicle brand VOYAH launched the OTA 2.0 update for its COURAGE model's smart cabin system, introducing over 1,000 feature upgrades. This marks the model's first-ever OTA.

Changan Automobile's DEEPAL brand enters Hong Kong market

On February 14, Changan Automobile announced the official debut of its new energy vehicle (NEV) brand, DEEPAL, in Hong Kong. The flagship battery-electric SUV, DEEPAL S07, is now available for pre-sale in the local market, starting at HKD 248,800.

Ganfeng Lithium's Mariana project commences production

On February 12 (Argentina time), Ganfeng Lithium's Mariana salt lake project officially commenced production, according to a post on the company's WeChat account.

Li Auto to conduct volume production of all-electric SUV in Changzhou city

Li Auto recently announced that its 800V pure electric SUVs, equipped with its self-developed silicon carbide power module and next-generation electric drive system, will officially enter mass production at a plant in Changzhou city, Jiangsu province, according to a post on the official WeChat account of Changzhou government.

China's major new vehicle launches in Feb., involving Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, Lynk & Co 900

February 2025 marks a surge in the automotive market, with over 20 new models already launched or expected to hit the market across both new energy and oil-fueled vehicle segments, including the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, the Lynk & Co 900, the 2025 BYD Yuan PLUS, and the BMW X3 Long-wheelbase edition.