New Cars & Market Signals

New launches, pricing and market signals.

Rising F7 Targets 200,000–300,000 RMB Segment With High-Performance Mid-to-Large Electric Coupe

The Rising F7 positions itself as a mid-to-large electric coupe offering rapid acceleration, premium interior features and high-level configurations within the 200,000 to 300,000 RMB price bracket.

GAC Aion HyperGT: Track-Ready Rear-Wheel Drive and Sub-4-Second Acceleration

The GAC Aion HyperGT features a track-oriented rear-wheel-drive layout, sub-4-second acceleration, scissor doors, active air intakes, and an electric rear wing to meet high-performance demands.

Beyond Spaciousness: What Else Defines the MPV Experience?

Exploring the features and driving dynamics that complement the traditional spaciousness advantage of multi-purpose vehicles.

Hands-On with the NIO ES8 and EC7: Will Owners of the Old ES8 Like Them?

Hands-On with the NIO ES8 and EC7: Will Owners of the Old ES8 Like Them?

Rising R7 Review: Can a 'Big Factory' New Force Model Compete?

42HOW Auto evaluates the performance and capabilities of the Rising R7, examining whether it can live up to the expectations of a vehicle developed by a major automotive manufacturer with new energy vehicle expertise.

Q4 Performance Sprint: Some Automakers Struggle to Deliver, Others Can't Sell, and a Few Are Planning Big Moves

As the fourth quarter concludes, automakers face diverging challenges in their push for year-end targets, with some unable to fulfill orders, others facing inventory gluts, and a few preparing significant strategic moves.

XPENG Shares Surge 47% After Q3 Earnings Despite Weak Deliveries

XPENG stock jumped 47% following its third-quarter earnings report, defying the trend of weak vehicle deliveries as investors reacted to comments made by CEO He Xiaopeng.

We're back to test-drive cars for you! This time, we've taken the Wuling Air ev, a newly released micro EV, for a spin. In this video, we'll examine the 'texture and quality' that the Air ev emphasizes from three perspectives: 'space performance,' 'charging and range,' and 'driving experience.' It's expected that although the Air ev is in the same size class as the MINIEV, its price will definitely be higher. So, how much more are you willing to pay for the improvements the Air ev offers?

42HOW Auto drives the newly released Wuling Air ev, evaluating its claimed improvements in space, charging range, and driving feel compared to the MINIEV.

NIO ET5 Touring Revealed in First Look

NIO has unveiled the first images of the ET5 Touring, a new variant of its ET5 electric vehicle.

Every car has its mission: some for comfort, some for space, and others to display status. HiPhi Z's purpose is clear—to maximize street presence. Its exaggerated styling rivals concept cars, its width-to-height ratio matches sports cars, its body sits lower than a Model 3, and it rides on 22-inch wheels. Every detail reflects the vehicle's inherent irrationality. Summarizing HiPhi Z's product philosophy: 'Mass-producing concept cars.'

The HiPhi Z features exaggerated styling, sports-car proportions, and a lower stance than the Model 3, embodying its product philosophy of bringing concept cars to production.

First Drive: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Delivers on Luxury

42HOW Auto tests the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV, evaluating its premium features and driving dynamics in a first-drive review.

AVATR 11: Pre-Delivery Intelligent System Validation

AVATR conducts comprehensive intelligent system checks on the AVATR 11 prior to customer delivery, ensuring software and hardware readiness for new energy vehicle operations.