Jiang Xiao Hei
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VOYAH Unveils L3 Architecture and Flagship 'Taishan' SUV
On April 16, 2025, VOYAH launched its Tianyuan intelligent architecture, featuring the Qingyun driving platform and Kunpeng autonomous driving system. The company also announced its first L3-capable vehicle, the full-size Taishan flagship SUV, expected later this year.
Tesla Refreshed Model Y Listed; MIIT Batch 391 New Vehicle Summary; Fengchaonengyuan Launches Off-Road Battery | E Week Highlights
Tesla has listed the refreshed Model Y in China starting at RMB 263,500, while the MIIT's 391st batch of new vehicle announcements reveals updates for Xiaomi YU7, BYD Tang L and Han, NIO Firefly, AITO M8, Zeekr 007 GT and XPENG G7. Meanwhile, Fengchaonengyuan launched a dedicated off-road battery category, and BMW and Mercedes-Benz advanced their smart cabin and autonomous driving technologies.
smart Jingling 5 Hao Launches; Zeekr MIX Pricing Revealed; XPENG Releases Tianji 5.4.0 Update
smart Jingling 5 Hao goes on sale starting at RMB 239,900, while Zeekr reveals the MIX MPV price at RMB 279,900 and outlines its autonomous driving rollout plans. XPENG debuts the Tianji 5.4.0 software update with enhanced driver assistance features.
Lynk & Co Debuts First Pure-EV Model; MIIT Batch 384 New Vehicle Summary; DEEPAL G318 Launches from RMB 176,000 | E-Week Highlights
Lynk & Co unveiled the Z10, its first battery electric vehicle based on The Next Day concept, while Deepal launched the G318 off-road SUV starting at RMB 176,000. The week also saw multiple new models, including ONVO L60 and XPENG M03, enter China's MIIT approval catalog.
MINI Aceman: A New Electric Five-Door Model Filling the Gap Left by Cooper and Clubman
MINI has launched the all-electric Aceman at the Beijing Auto Show, a new five-door model designed to replace the discontinued Cooper 5-door and Clubman. The vehicle combines MINI's traditional design language with BMW Group technology, offering a compact footprint with an extended wheelbase for improved interior space.
The ID.7 That Can Compete With the EQE Overseas: A RMB 200,000 Domestic Price Tag Shows Sincerity
Following overseas praise for its ability to compete with the Mercedes-Benz EQE, Volkswagen's ID.7 VIZZION has launched in China with a price range of RMB 227,800 to RMB 262,800, less than half the cost of the German market equivalent.
BYD Launches Fangcheng Bao '583'; iFlytek Large Model Enters Chery Exeed; XPENG Q3 Earnings Expected to Turn Around | Weekly Highlights
BYD introduced the SUPER 8 concept and Bao 3 alongside its DMO hybrid platform, expanding the Fangcheng Bao off-road family. XPENG reported a 31.9% year-over-year revenue decline in Q2 with negative gross margins.
What Are the Key Elements of a City-Focused Pure Electric SUV?
Shangqi's Zhiji has launched the LS7 Urban Fit series, a city-focused variant of its mid-size electric SUV priced from RMB 289,800. The model features a reduced 77 kWh battery pack, standard coil-spring suspension, and interior updates including a new blind-spot display and rear seat folding capability.
First Drive: Geely Galaxy L7 Combines Performance and Efficiency With Three-Speed DHT
42HOW Auto tested the Geely Galaxy L7 at the Zhongqiyan Automotive Test Center in Yancheng, Jiangsu. The plug-in hybrid's three-speed DHT Pro system delivers 0-100 km/h acceleration in 6.7 seconds with high battery charge, while maintaining a WLTC fuel consumption of 5.23 L/100 km.
Faw-Volkswagen ID.7 VIZZION: Localized Upgrades Target Past Shortcomings
Faw-Volkswagen debuts the ID.7 VIZZION in China with a Chinese-led infotainment system, improved interior materials, and refined driver assistance software to address previous criticisms of the ID. series.
DENZA D9 EV: Dual-Gun Charging, Faster Than 800V Systems Today?
42HOW Auto tests the DENZA D9 EV's dual-gun fast charging, measuring a peak power of 177.1 kW and a 30% to 80% charge time of 30 minutes. The review examines the practical benefits of this BYD technology for its 103 kWh battery against the backdrop of evolving 800 V infrastructure.
Geely Yinhe Declares No Price War; Meizu FlymeAuto Details Revealed; Mercedes-Benz E-Class Interior Unveiled | Weekly Highlights
Geely launched the Yinhe L7 hybrid and outlined a strategy to compete on value rather than price, while Meizu revealed interface details for its FlymeAuto system and Mercedes-Benz showcased the new E-Class interior featuring the MBUX Superscreen.