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DJI Automotive Unveils 7,000 RMB Urban Navigation System; Hongqi EH7 Launches; Wuling Introduces Yangguang Van
At the China Electric Vehicle 100 Forum, DJI Automotive announced a 7-camera, 100 TOPS urban navigation solution with hardware costs of 7,000 RMB. Meanwhile, Hongqi launched its first all-electric model, the EH7, starting at 229,800 RMB, and Wuling introduced the Yangguang new energy commercial van.
NVIDIA’s Auto Strategy: Jensen Huang’s Long-Term Bet on End-to-End AI
Despite automotive revenue accounting for less than 1.5% of NVIDIA’s total, the company is expanding its car business through DRIVE Thor partnerships with BYD and others, leveraging cloud infrastructure and simulation platforms to build an end-to-end AI ecosystem.
7,000 RMB for Urban Navigation: DJI Automotive’s Offering Has a Strong Xiaomi Vibe
At the Zhongguodiandongqichebairenhuiluntan, DJI Automotive announced a 7V + 100 TOPS hardware solution costing 7,000 RMB that enables urban navigation without high-definition maps, targeting vehicles priced around 150,000 RMB.
Li Auto Launches Li MEGA at RMB 559,800, Marking Entry Into '3.0 Era'
Li Auto has launched its first pure electric vehicle, the Li MEGA MPV, priced at RMB 559,800, signaling the company's transition into a new development phase that combines range-extended and high-voltage pure electric product lines.
Li Auto Stands at the Peak of Hundred-Billion Revenue, Launches Scalding Pure-Electric Year
Li Auto posted its first full-year profit with revenue of RMB 123.85 billion in 2023, driven by strong sales of its L-series vehicles. The company is now pivoting to expand its pure electric vehicle lineup and aims to double annual deliveries to 800,000 units in 2024.
Huawei Expands Urban Smart Driving to All Cities; Tesla Model Y Receives Update; January Sales Data Released | E-Week Highlights
The AITO series receives an OTA update enabling urban driver assistance on 99% of public roads without high-definition maps, while the Tesla Model Y is upgraded with Hardware 4.0 and new color options.
Porsche Macan EV Debuts in Singapore; BMW i5 Launches in China; VOYAH and Huawei Sign Strategic Deal
Porsche unveiled the all-electric Macan globally in Singapore, while BMW launched the i5 in China with a price range of RMB 439,900 to RMB 639,900. Meanwhile, VOYAH and Huawei signed a strategic cooperation agreement to advance intelligent driving technologies.
Tesla Uses Cybertruck China Tour to Counter Rising Domestic EV Competition
As domestic new energy brands erode Tesla's market share through rapid innovation in autonomous driving and smart cabins, the company is leveraging a Cybertruck exhibition tour to generate short-term traffic and brand engagement in China.
9:16Why I Chose the Volkswagen ID.7 Over Family Recommendations
A buyer explains their decision to select the Volkswagen ID.7 despite strong recommendations from elders, highlighting the vehicle's appeal in the context of personal preference and family influence.
Huawei Reveals AITO M9 R&D Strategy, Lynk & Co 09 EM-P Launches, Chery Plans Million-Unit Smart Driving Rollout, Xingjiyuan ET Production Begins
Huawei executive Wang Yanmin outlines the three-year development strategy behind the AITO M9 and its autonomous driving roadmap. Meanwhile, Lynk & Co launches the new 09 EM-P, Chery subsidiary Dazhuozhineng plans to deploy one million vehicles with intelligent driving solutions by 2025, and the Xingjiyuan ET begins production.
Haobo Owners Get Lifetime Free Charging; 2024 Zeekr X Launches; Audi Unveils New SQ7 Night Knight Edition | E Week Highlights
Haobo partners with major grid operators to provide lifetime free charging for owners. The 2024 Zeekr X launches with performance upgrades starting at RMB 200,000, and AVATR releases a HarmonyOS-equipped Avatr 11.
NIO Unveils ET9 Flagship Sedan; Xingtuxingjiyuan ES Launches; Chery Fengyun T8 Opens Pre-Sales
NIO officially unveiled the ET9 executive sedan with a 900-volt architecture and fully line-controlled chassis at its NIO Day event, while Xingtu launched the Xingtuxingjiyuan ES electric sedan starting at RMB 225,800.