Gasgoo Daily: XPeng MONA M03 boasts drag coefficient of only 0.194

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XPeng MONA M03 boasts drag coefficient of only 0.194

The MONA M03 model has a drag coefficient of just 0.194, making it the production electric hatchback with the lowest drag coefficient globally, XPENG said today via its WeChat account. The new car features a fully integrated active grille, which can intelligently adjust its opening and closing based on the vehicle's speed. When open, it enhances motor cooling, and when closed, it improves aerodynamic performance.

Photo credit: XPENG

AVATR announces foray into UAE market

AVATR Technology today announced the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with Al Saqer Group, a leading luxury car dealership group in the UAE, in Abu Dhabi. The two parties will work together to promote the entry of AVATR’s products into the UAE market.

EVE Energy's ubsidiary signs MoU with Powin

EVE Energy today announced that its subsidiary, EVE Energy Storage, has signed a memorandum of understanding with the American company Powin. The two parties will establish the main terms and conditions for a primary supply agreement for lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery packs and higher-density batteries.

China's locally-made passenger vehicle retail sales likely to dip 7.6% YoY in June 2024: CPCA

China's domestic passenger vehicle ("PV") retail sales are anticipated to reach 1.75 million units in June 2024, which should climb 2.3% from the previous month, but drop 7.6% from the previous year, according to the China Passenger Car Association ("CPCA").

Continental Tires begins production on Hefei Plant's expansion project

On June 20, leading global tire manufacturer Continental Tires announced that its first production base in China, the Hefei Plant, has officially begun production on its Phase IV expansion project.

GAC AION unveils interior images of second-generation AION V

On June 20, GAC AION revealed the interior images of the second-generation AION V.

AICC teams with iSoft to facilitate advancement in intelligent driving

On June 17-18, the 1st China (Chongqing) Intelligent Vehicle Basic Software Ecosystem Conference and the 3rd China Automotive Chip Summit Forum and the Third China Automotive Chip Summit Forum were held in Chongqing. During the event, Automotive Intelligence Connection and Control (AICC) and iSoft Infrastructure Software (iSoft), a direct subsidiary of CETC, signed a strategic cooperation agreement.

XPENG expands XNGP urban intelligent driving coverage to 336 cities in China

On June 18, Chinese new energy vehicle maker XPENG announced that its XNGP (XPENG Navigation Guided Pilot) system has been expanded to 14 additional cities this week. This includes six new cities in Shaanxi province and eight in Shanxi province. With this expansion, XNGP is now available in a total of 336 cities in China.

NIO said to revamp intelligent driving R&D division, focusing on end-to-end large models

On June 19, a local media outlet revealed that NIO's intelligent driving R&D division has undergone a significant structural adjustment. Previously, the division was segmented into perception, planning and control, and integration teams. Post-adjustment, the perception and planning and control teams have merged into a "large model team," while the integration team has been restructured into the "delivery team."

Stellantis confirms assembly of Leapmotor T03 at Polish plant

Stellantis China confirmed on June 20 that the first trial production vehicles of the Leapmotor T03 have been successfully assembled at Stellantis' Tychy plant in Poland. This follows recent reports of Leapmotor T03 production in Stellantis' Polish facility.

WeRide partners with CTM to test Robosweepers in Singapore

On June 20, WeRide, a global leader in autonomous driving technology, announced its partnership with Singapore's renowned sanitation company Chye Thiam Maintenance (CTM) to advance the commercial deployment of WeRide's autonomous street sanitation vehicle, the Robosweeper, in Singapore.

Dongfeng Nissan celebrates 16 millionth vehicle rolling off production line

On June 16, the joint venture between Nissan Motor and Dongfeng Motor in China, Dongfeng Nissan, celebrated the production and sale of its 16 millionth vehicle, which is a six-seat Pathfinder SUV.

Great Wall Motor puts all-new Haval H6 onto market, starting at 103,900 yuan after discounts

On June 19, Great Wall Motor announced that the refreshed version of its hotter-selling SUV model,the Haval H6, officially hit the market, with all variants powered by gasoline.