Frank Wu, CDO of Jidu Auto, introduces the Jidu Robo X at the Guangzhou auto show on Nov 15. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Jidu Auto, the joint venture of Baidu and Geely, aims to provide futuristic design with the latest technology in their vehicles, which will serve people like a robot, said Frank Wu, chief… Continue reading Jidu aims to lead in futuristic design
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China sees more auto trade-ins on policy support
Cars that are part of a vehicle trade-in program are on display at an auto expo in Yantai, Shandong province. [TANG KE/FOR CHINA DAILY] BEIJING – China reported a rapid increase in auto trade-ins thanks to policy support designed to benefit consumers. The Ministry of Commerce said Tuesday it had received over 4 million subsidy… Continue reading China sees more auto trade-ins on policy support
BYD achieves 10-million-NEV milestone amid China’s industry boom
SHENZHEN – Chinese automaker BYD recorded a milestone on Monday when its 10-millionth new energy vehicle (NEV) rolled off the production line at a plant in South China’s Guangdong province. Industry insiders say that BYD’s achievement highlights both the rapid growth of China’s NEV sector and the country’s proactive efforts to promote green and low-carbon… Continue reading BYD achieves 10-million-NEV milestone amid China’s industry boom
Michelin’s ‘tireless’ efforts pay off
Visitors gather at Michelin Group’s booth during the seventh China International Import Expo in Shanghai earlier this month. [Photo provided to China Daily] With China entering a new era of green and innovation-led growth, Michelin Group, a French tire and mobility company, will allocate more resources to cut carbon emissions in the tire production process… Continue reading Michelin’s ‘tireless’ efforts pay off
BMW highlights innovation at Guangzhou auto show
Steven Shao, senior vice-president of sales and marketing at BMW Brilliance, stresses the role of innovation in the carmaker’s development on Nov 15, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] BMW has emphasized its pursuit of driving pleasure enhanced by cutting-edge technology and sustainability at the ongoing Guangzhou auto show. The German carmaker said its Vehicle-to-Everything technology… Continue reading BMW highlights innovation at Guangzhou auto show
Chinese official advocates for South-South new energy collaboration
A night view shows the venue of the United Nations climate change conference, known as COP29, in Baku, Azerbaijan, Nov 11, 2024. [Photo/Agencies] A senior Chinese climate diplomat has advocated for enhanced South-South collaboration in the realm of new energy vehicles, among other key areas, to boost the accessibility and innovation of green and low-carbon… Continue reading Chinese official advocates for South-South new energy collaboration
Chinese electric heavy trucks expand global presence, cooperation
HEFEI — With the advent of electric trucks, the global landscape of heavy-duty trucks has changed, and China has emerged as a competitive player, according to Han Wen, founder and CEO of Windrose Technology, a Chinese electric long-haul truck start-up. In the past, the core technology of traditional heavy-duty trucks — internal combustion engines —… Continue reading Chinese electric heavy trucks expand global presence, cooperation
Chinese autonomous driving startup Pony AI seeks IPO in US
SAN FRANCISCO — Chinese self-driving technology company Pony AI is seeking up to $224 million in IPO in the United States, according to the company’s filing on Thursday. Pony AI said it operates a fleet of 190 “robotrucks” in Beijing and Guangzhou and more than 250 robotaxis in Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Shanghai. The company… Continue reading Chinese autonomous driving startup Pony AI seeks IPO in US
Iconic Chinese car brand Hongqi delves deeper into new energy sector
Technicians carry out quality tests on vehicles at Hongqi’s manufacturing base in Changchun, Northeast China’s Jilin province. [Photo/Xinhua] CHANGCHUN — Hongqi, a car brand under China’s leading automaker China FAW Group Co Ltd is accelerating its expansion in the new energy sector, with its new platforms ready to launch three electric models. Hongqi, which means… Continue reading Iconic Chinese car brand Hongqi delves deeper into new energy sector
GAC Toyota aims to restore past glory
GAC Toyota celebrates its 20th anniversary in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, on Nov 13. [Photo by Cao Yingying/chinadaily.com.cn] GAC Toyota aims to once again reach annual production and sales of 1 million units, striving to be a leader in the intelligent electric era through comprehensive restructuring in product R&D, manufacturing and marketing, the joint venture announced… Continue reading GAC Toyota aims to restore past glory