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5:16AITO Drift Test Conducted at Minus 20 Degrees Celsius
A winter driving demonstration of AITO vehicles featuring drift maneuvers in sub-zero temperatures.
iCAR V27: Can the New Chinese 'Box-Style' SUV Compete?
42HOW Auto examines whether iCAR's new box-style SUV, the V27, can succeed in China's competitive electric vehicle market.
Chery Unveils AI Strategy, Robotaxi Plans and New Models at 'AI Night'
Chery announced a transformation into a technology mobility company, detailing its Falcon autonomous driving architecture with L4 ambitions by 2028, new vehicle models including the Fengyun T9L and A9, and the deployment of humanoid robots in public services.
9:22A Gasoline Car with Two Electric Motors? The Audi Q5L Has Something to Offer
A Gasoline Car with Two Electric Motors? The Audi Q5L Has Something to Offer
Geely, Great Wall Flex Muscles; NVIDIA Unveils Major Tech at CES 2026
At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, Geely and Great Wall Motor presented new AI architectures and multi-powertrain platforms, while NVIDIA announced its Alpamayo autonomous driving system for Mercedes-Benz.
From Critic to Owner: Why the NIO ES8 Won Fans | 42Talk Vol.33 Transcript
Two NIO ES8 owners discuss how competitive pricing, battery-as-a-service options, and practical features like the frunk drove their purchase decisions.
7:07Mercedes-Benz Showcases Ice Drifting and Snow Traverse Capabilities
Mercedes-Benz demonstrates vehicle performance through ice drifting and snow traverse activities, highlighting its capabilities in winter driving conditions.
Leapmotor’s Decade of Craftsmanship Yields Dual Flagships, Moving Beyond the 'Value' Label
At its tenth-anniversary event, Leapmotor revealed the D19 full-size SUV and the debut D99 MPV as the first models in its new D series. The company stated it aims to become a global smart EV maker with annual sales of 4 million units.
Leapmotor Says Goodbye to 'Mini Li Auto' Label
As Leapmotor celebrates its tenth anniversary with nearly 600,000 annual sales and a return to profitability, founder Zhu Jiangming declares the company is moving beyond its early 'imitator' phase to pursue a goal of becoming a global automaker with 4 million units in annual sales.
5:32Volvo XC70: What Drives Its Strong Sales Performance?
An analysis of the factors contributing to the Volvo XC70's robust market performance and its position in the new energy vehicle sector.
2:37How Is This Car Both Big and Small? We Test the Latest Lynk & Co Z20 in Yao Hong Edition
42HOW Auto tests the latest Lynk & Co Z20 variant, the 'Yao Hong' edition, evaluating its compact SUV design and performance.
3:01Volkswagen's Strategic Efforts to Win the Chinese Market
An analysis of Volkswagen's specific strategies and operational adjustments aimed at strengthening its position in China, the world's largest automotive market.
10:48Let's Grade the Paper: How Well Does Bosch's Single-Stage End-to-End System Perform?
42HOW Auto invites readers to evaluate and score Bosch's single-stage end-to-end autonomous driving technology, offering a detailed assessment for industry professionals and automotive enthusiasts.
Horizon Robotics CEO Yu Kai: Urban ADAS to Reach 100,000 RMB Cars, 10 Million Units in 3-5 Years
At the 2025 Technology Ecosystem Conference, Horizon Robotics founder and CEO Yu Kai announced that urban driver assistance will be available on 100,000 RMB vehicles within three to five years, with mass production targets of 10 million units. The company also unveiled its new Journey 7 chip series, scheduled for simultaneous launch with Tesla's AI5.
10:12Can Smart Technology Keep Up in the Over-RMB-100,000 Segment?
42HOW Auto examines whether intelligent driving and technology features can meet expectations in vehicles priced above RMB 100,000.
5:02FAW-Volkswagen Demonstrates Highway NOA in Gasoline Vehicles
FAW-Volkswagen showcases highway navigation assist capabilities in its internal combustion engine lineup, addressing the perception that traditional fuel vehicles lack advanced intelligent driving features.
5:53new AITO M5 Ultra: Design and Performance Combined
The new AITO M5 Ultra is presented as a vehicle combining aesthetic appeal with high performance capabilities.
Leapmotor Reports Strongest Quarterly Results: Sales Surpass 170,000 Units and Consecutive Quarterly Profitability
Chinese EV maker Leapmotor reported a Q3 net profit of RMB 150 million and sales exceeding 173,000 units, marking its first period of consecutive quarterly profitability. The company announced an ambitious 1 million unit sales target for 2026, supported by four new model launches and expanding global production capabilities.
Is Anyone Else in the Autonomous Driving Industry Pursuing Cost Efficiency Besides Tesla?
Zhuoyu has launched the first mass-produced cabin-driving integration solution based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8775 platform on the Arcfox Alpha T5. The system reduces bill-of-materials costs to under RMB 10,000 while maintaining automotive-grade safety standards through QNX and AUTOSAR architecture.
Tesla Shareholders Meeting: FSD Is Coming, Robotaxi Production Scheduled, Elon Musk Bets His Next 10 Years
At its November 7, 2025 shareholder meeting, Tesla approved a historic compensation plan for Elon Musk while unveiling production timelines for the Cybercab, Semi, and Optimus humanoid robot, alongside updates on FSD expansion in China.