Isaiah
Articles by this author on 42HOW Auto, including co-authored stories.
Wuling Unveils 30,000 rpm Motor and World Model Tech Ahead of Baojunxiangjing Pre-Sale
At its April 7 technology event, Wuling unveiled high-performance motors, advanced battery systems, and a flagship autonomous driving suite based on generative world models. The company also launched the Baojunxiangjing plug-in hybrid and electric sedan with pre-sale prices starting at RMB 132,800.
BMW Deepens AI Partnerships with Alibaba and Huawei Ahead of 2026 Neue Klasse Launch
BMW announced strategic collaborations with Alibaba and Huawei to power its next-generation vehicles' AI systems, as the company prepares for the domestic production launch of the Neue Klasse in 2026.
NVIDIA GTC Draws China's Autonomous Driving Circle: VLA Models and End-to-End Systems Take Center Stage
At NVIDIA GTC in San Jose, executives from Li Auto, Yuanrongqixing, Xiaomi, SenseTime, and Zhuoyu AI outlined 2025 autonomous driving strategies. Li Auto and Yuanrongqixing unveiled Vision-Language-Action (VLA) models, while other speakers detailed progress on end-to-end architectures and personalized driving experiences.
NIO's William Li Defends 10-Year Strategy Amid Profitability Push and New Brand Launches
At a December media briefing, NIO chairman William Li addressed questions on the ET9 flagship, the new Yinghuochong sub-brand, and the company's revised 2026 profitability target, while ONVO CEO Ai Tiecheng expressed confidence in meeting December delivery goals.
Chinese EV Makers Battle for 'Parking-to-Parking' Autonomous Driving Experience
At the Guangzhou Auto Show, Huawei, Li Auto, XPENG, Xiaomi and Zeekr unveiled end-to-end autonomous driving capabilities focused on seamless parking-to-parking navigation, marking a shift from technical route debates to real-world user experience and commercialization.
Li Auto VP: 2,000 Supercharger Stations by Year-End Remains KPI Despite Tight Timeline
Li Auto Vice President Sun Guangmin confirms the company's goal to launch 2,000 supercharging stations this year, noting that over 2,000 projects are already in construction or preparation stages despite only 1,000 having officially opened.
400 km Range + 4C Supercharging: Can CATL's Xiaoyao Battery Transform Extended-Range Hybrids?
CATL released the Xiaoyao battery on October 24, designed to provide over 400 km of CLTC pure-electric range and 4C fast charging for extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). The company has already begun integrating the battery into models from Li Auto, AVATR, DEEPAL, CHANGAN NEVO, and Nezha.
VOYAH Zhiyin Takes Center Stage on the Eve of Its Launch
Amidst a crowded 200,000–250,000 RMB mid-size EV SUV market, VOYAH is leveraging micro-drama marketing to introduce the all-electric Zhiyin before its official release on October 13.
Tesla Unveils Cybercab and Robovan at 'We, Robot' Event
Tesla presented the steering wheel-free Cybercab and the 20-passenger Robovan at its October 11 event. The article analyzes Elon Musk's vision for autonomous driving and contrasts it with differing views from Chinese automakers.
Huawei Is Dealing the Cards
Following the AITO M9's dominance in the premium market, Huawei is solidifying its role as a key supplier through the Hongmengzhixing alliance and the new Yinwang joint venture with Changan.
Lynk & Co Z10 Launches at RMB 196,800 to Define Brand's Electric Future
Lynk & Co has launched the Z10 electric sedan with a starting price of RMB 196,800, featuring an 800V architecture, advanced driver assistance, and a new AMD-based infotainment platform. The model aims to establish Lynk & Co's presence in the competitive mid-size EV market.
FSD May Enter China by Year-End: Is Tesla on the Eve of an AI Breakthrough?
Tesla reported Q2 total revenue of USD 25.5 billion, driven by strong growth in energy storage and services. CEO Elon Musk indicated that Full Self-Driving (FSD) may receive approval in China and Europe by December, while the company continues to expand its AI compute capacity with NVIDIA H100 chips and its Dojo supercomputer.