Gasgoo Daily: First China-made Kia EV5 all-electric SUV rolls off assembly line

With Gasgoo Daily, we will offer daily important automotive news in China. For those we have reported, the title of the piece will include a hyperlink, which will provide detailed information.

Kia China's first EV5 all-electric SUV rolls off assembly line

On November 28, Yang Honghai, Chief Operating Officer of Kia China, announced on social media platform that the first EV5 smart all-electric SUV from Kia China has officially rolled off the production line at the intelligent manufacturing plant in Yancheng city, Jiangsu province. It marks the commencement of global sales for this innovative full-electric vehicle.

Photo credit: Yang Hongmei's Weibo account

BYD FinDreams exports large-sized power lithium battery packs by air freight

On November 23, 2023, large-sized power lithium battery packs weighing over 35kg, manufactured by BYD’s FinDreams Battery, were transported via a SF Airlines flight from Ezhou Huahu Airport, Hubei province. The shipment took off and arrived at Frankfurt Airport in Germany in the early morning of Nov. 24, marking the first-ever air freight export of China-made large-sized power lithium battery packs.

Tesla announces charging network upgrades on Chinese Mainland

On November 28, Tesla announced on its official WeChat account that its full-scenario charging network on Chinese Mainland has been upgraded to support more non-Tesla vehicles, including home chargers, destination charging stations, and Supercharger stations.

Changan Automobile's Deepal brand targets annual global sales of 450,000 units by 2024

Emphasizing a strong commitment to global growth, Deepal, the new energy vehicle (NEV) brand under Changan Automobile, plans to launch two all-new models next year, targeting a global annual sales volume of 450,000 vehicles by 2024, Deepal's CEO, Deng Chenghao, announced on Nov. 27 via his Weibo account.

Tesla raises prices again in China, Model Y Long Range version up 2,000 yuan

On Nov. 28, Tesla raised prices yet again in China, marking its fourth round of price increases this month alone. According to Tesla's Chinese website, the Long Range version of the China-made Model Y now starts at 306,400 yuan, 2,000 yuan higher than its last adjusted price on November 21. 

Jishi Auto starts nationwide delivery of its first production model 'Jishi 01'

Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) maker Jishi Auto's inaugural model, the Jishi 01, officially began nationwide deliveries on November 25, according to the automaker's press release.

Lynk & Co launches new brand dedicated to after-sale services

At the Co Fans Party closed on November 18, Lynk & Co officially introduced its after-sales service brand – Lingyue (translating to "Lynk Joy"). This initiative is grounded in a freshly upgraded service system that aims to bring transparency and efficiency to the forefront of the user experience.

Changan Automobile releases brand strategy for Southeast Asian markets

On Nov. 27th, Changan Automobile held a brand launch event in Bangkok, Thailand, marking its determined business expansion in the Southeast Asian markets. 

SAIC Volkswagen hits production milestone of 27 millionth vehicle

On November 27, SAIC Volkswagen ("SAIC VW"), the joint venture between SAIC Motor and Volkswagen Group, declared the production of its 27 millionth vehicle, securing its place as the first passenger car manufacturer in China to achieve this remarkable milestone.

Dongfeng Motor's VOYAH announces foray into Dutch auto market

 In recent days, the Fully Charged Live Europe car exhibition in the Netherlands opened its doors, featuring a grand showcase by Dongfeng Motor's premium new energy vehicle (NEV) brand, VOYAH, who exhibited there the VOYAH FREE and the VOYAH Dream models, according to a post on Dongfeng Motor's WeChat account. This signifies the official entry of VOYAH into the Dutch automotive market.