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Auto · NEW CARS & MARKET SIGNALSGuangzhou Auto Show Debut, Li Auto December Deliveries Top 20,000, BYD Raises Prices While XPENG Maintains Pricing
The Guangzhou International Auto Show featured debuts from Jidu, WEY, Aian, Geely, Toyota, and Zeekr. Meanwhile, Li Auto reported over 20,000 deliveries in December, while BYD announced price increases effective January 1 due to the end of national subsidies, and XPENG chose to maintain current pricing.
Auto · AUTONOMOUS DRIVING16:14Li Auto's First OTA After Monthly Deliveries Exceed 20,000 Units Targets Family Users
Li Auto has rolled out its first over-the-air update following a milestone of monthly deliveries surpassing 20,000 units, with features designed to enhance the experience for family-oriented buyers.
Auto · NEW CARS & MARKET SIGNALSWhy Zeekr?
After delivering its 70,000th vehicle in December 2022, Zeekr established the 001 as the dominant player in China's 300,000 RMB electric vehicle segment. The brand's turnaround from early production and software challenges to market leadership was driven by free hardware upgrades, transparent user communication, and a product strategy that defied traditional market assumptions about station wagons and handling-focused vehicles.
Auto · NEW CARS & MARKET SIGNALS3:58GAC 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.
Auto · CHINA EV1:23Last Time We Covered the Feature Upgrades in ZEEKR OS 4.0. Zeekr's Update Goes Further: This Video Explains the Overall Design Changes in ZEEKR OS 4.0 in Three Minutes.
Last Time We Covered the Feature Upgrades in ZEEKR OS 4.0. Zeekr's Update Goes Further: This Video Explains the Overall Design Changes in ZEEKR OS 4.0 in Three Minutes.
Auto · CHINA EV1:37Zeekr Rolls Out ZEEKR OS 4.0 Update Addressing User Complaints with New UI and 3D Model
Zeekr has released the ZEEKR OS 4.0 update for its vehicles, introducing a redesigned user interface, a prominent 3D vehicle model on the home screen, and improvements to previously criticized issues.
Auto · AUTONOMOUS DRIVING9:29Baidu Unveils ANP 3.0: A Technical Breakdown of Its Autonomous Driving Strategy
42HOW Auto examines the technical architecture and capabilities of Baidu's latest autonomous driving platform, ANP 3.0, to understand how it aims to maintain a competitive edge in the industry.
Auto · NEW CARS & MARKET SIGNALS7:27Beyond Spaciousness: What Else Defines the MPV Experience?
Exploring the features and driving dynamics that complement the traditional spaciousness advantage of multi-purpose vehicles.
Auto · NEW CARS & MARKET SIGNALSNIO EC7 First Drive: Coupe SUV Design, Active Aerodynamics and Interior Refinements
42HOW Auto examines the NIO EC7, a coupe-styled SUV sharing its platform with the ES7 but featuring distinct exterior styling, upgraded interior materials, and active aerodynamics.
Auto · NEW CARS & MARKET SIGNALSStarting at RMB 528,000: Why NIO Founders' Edition Owners Call It 'So Cheap'? (With Photos)
Following a five-year hiatus and significant platform upgrades, NIO has launched the new ES8 with a starting price of RMB 528,000 for the Founders Edition. Despite the premium pricing, early reservation holders describe the cost as surprisingly accessible given the vehicle's extensive technological and interior enhancements.
Auto · NEW CARS & MARKET SIGNALS10:45Hands-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?
Auto · NEW CARS & MARKET SIGNALS9:03Rising 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.
Auto · NEW CARS & MARKET SIGNALSNIO 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.
Auto · VIDEO & ROAD TESTSFeifan 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.
Auto · NEW CARS & MARKET SIGNALSCan 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.
Auto · CHINA EVNIO's Grand Chessboard: Pressure and Imagination Coexist
NIO executive Qin Lihong outlines the company's plan to upgrade its entire lineup to the NT 2.0 platform within six months, introduces the new 'Aerbeisi' brand targeting 50,000 monthly sales, and details the rollout of autonomous battery swapping on highways.
Auto · NEW CARS & MARKET SIGNALSLi 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.
Auto · AUTONOMOUS DRIVING7:47Qualcomm's Automotive Push: Can It Ease Automakers' Autonomous Driving Concerns?
As Qualcomm expands its presence in the automotive sector, industry observers are questioning whether its entry can help alleviate automakers' growing concerns regarding autonomous driving technology.
Auto · CHINA EV8:35Profitability, Not Powertrain, Will Define Leadership in the Commercial Vehicle Market
Industry analysis suggests that commercial vehicle dominance will be determined by which powertrain—internal combustion or electric—delivers superior profitability, rather than technological preference alone.
Auto · NEW CARS & MARKET SIGNALS6:27Q4 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.