New Cars & Market Signals
New launches, pricing and market signals.
NIO ES8 and Other New Models Appear in MIIT Filings; Zeekr OS 4.0 Officially Released; Steam Launches on Tesla Infotainment | Weekly Highlights
China's latest MIIT filings reveal the new NIO ES8, Lotus Eletre, Changan DEEPAL S7, and Nezha E. Meanwhile, Zeekr releases ZEEKR OS 4.0 with a 3D interface, and Tesla adds Steam support to Model S/X infotainment.
Can VOYAH Zhuiguang Compete in the Pure-EV Market Above RMB 300,000?
VOYAH has announced pre-prices for the Zhuiguang electric sedan, starting at RMB 322,900. A battery leasing plan reduces the upfront cost to as low as RMB 192,900 for the 82 kWh variant.
Feifan R7 Performance High-End Edition: A Comprehensive Analysis
With first-month deliveries of 1,501 units, the Feifan R7 Performance High-End Edition has become the best-selling trim. Priced at approximately RMB 326,900, it features a 90 kWh battery, 400 kW total power, and the RISING MAX 3+1 cockpit. The model also ranked second in 42HOW Auto’s charging test.
Li Auto Appoints Donghui Ma as President, Xie Yan as CTO in Leadership Overhaul
Li Auto announced a leadership reshuffle effective Jan. 1, 2023: Chief Engineer Donghui Ma succeeds Shen Yanan as president and board member, while former Huawei executive Xie Yan takes over as CTO.
6:27Q4 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.
5:19XPENG 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.
6:22We'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.
Zeekr and Waymo Reveal M-Vision Robotaxi Built on SEA-M Architecture
Zeekr and Waymo have announced that the M-Vision, a custom L4 autonomous driving vehicle based on Zeekr’s SEA-M architecture, is ready for mass production in 2024. The capsule-shaped concept has already been displayed in Los Angeles as part of the two companies’ joint effort to commercialize driverless mobility.
9:04Every 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.
Huawei Unveils Huawei XLight Smart Headlamp Solution at Auto Lighting Expo
At the 17th Automotive Lighting Industry Development Technology Forum, Huawei introduced its Huawei XLight smart headlamp solution, featuring a self-developed high-resolution light module and integrated control boards designed to enable pixelated projection, adaptive driving beam functions, and interactive lighting for vehicles.
3:08First 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.