China launches investigation into Canada’s EV restrictions

China-made new energy vehicles await shipment to Europe in Xiamen, Fujian province. [Photo/Xinhua] China has launched an anti-discrimination investigation into Canada’s recent trade restrictive measures targeting imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles and steel and aluminum products, the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday. He Yongqian, spokeswoman for the ministry, said at a news conference that… Continue reading China launches investigation into Canada’s EV restrictions

Ineos marches into China with Grenadier

Michael Peng, general manager of Ineos Automotive China, explains the British company’s China business plan in Beijing on Sept 25, 2024. [Photo by Li Fusheng/chinadaily.com.cn] Ineos Automotive launched its off-roader, the Grenadier, on Wednesday in Beijing, marking the British carmaker’s foray into the world’s largest vehicle market. The model, available in three variants, is priced… Continue reading Ineos marches into China with Grenadier

Gimme #5! smart launches its largest model

EV brand smart starts pre-sales of the #5 SUV on Sept 20 in Beijing. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cm] The electric vehicle brand, smart, owned by Mercedes-Benz and Geely, started pre-sales of the #5 SUV in Chinese market on Friday. With a starting pre-sale price of 245,000 yuan ($34,800), the mid-size pure electric SUV is the… Continue reading Gimme #5! smart launches its largest model

Thailand emerging as strategic market for Chinese automakers

Changan’s premium NEV arm, Avatr, unveils the 11 SUV coupe in Bangkok on Sept 17, marking its official entry into Thai market. CHINA DAILY Avatr entered the Thai vehicle market last week, becoming the latest on a long list of Chinese vehicle makers to explore the Southeast Asian country. The startup unveiled the Avatr 11, an… Continue reading Thailand emerging as strategic market for Chinese automakers

After-sales service of gasoline cars better, says report

A view of a model of the Defender 130 by British premium carmaker Jaguar Land Rover. [PHOTO/CHINA DAILY] Gasoline vehicle manufacturers are improving their after-sales service to retain customers amid fierce competition in the Chinese vehicle market, according to a J.D. Power study. The J.D. Power 2024 China Customer Service Index Study, released on Thursday,… Continue reading After-sales service of gasoline cars better, says report

China vows continued efforts on EU’s anti-subsidy probe

A visitor walks past a Chinese automaker’s BYD’s Seal U plug-in hybrid vehicle at a car exhibition held in Spain, Sept 13, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua] In response to the European Union’s anti-subsidy investigation into Chinese-made battery electric vehicles, China has vowed to continue negotiation efforts until the very last moment to resolve the matter, said Chinese… Continue reading China vows continued efforts on EU’s anti-subsidy probe

EU tariffs on Chinese EVs raise trade war concerns

China-made new energy vehicles await shipment to Europe in Xiamen, Fujian province. [Photo/Xinhua] FRANKFURT – The EU has ignored fresh proposals from Chinese automakers aimed at resolving the dispute over Chinese EVs in the European market, undermining efforts to ease tensions through dialogue. The decision to impose tariffs on China-made EVs, despite several offers from… Continue reading EU tariffs on Chinese EVs raise trade war concerns

Chinese automaker Changan debuts premium EV brand AVATR in Thailand

Employees work on the production line of Changan’s premium Avatr marque in Chongqing. LI QIANLEI/XINHUA BANGKOK – Chinese automaker Changan Automobile officially launched its premium electric vehicle (EV) brand AVATR in Thailand on Tuesday in a move to expand its presence in the Southeast Asian country’s upscale automotive market. The event showcased the debut of… Continue reading Chinese automaker Changan debuts premium EV brand AVATR in Thailand

China urges fair treatment for EVs in Europe

China expressed its disappointment with the European Commission’s recent decisions regarding the EU’s anti-subsidy investigation into Chinese electric vehicles, stressing it will take all necessary measures to defend the interests of its businesses, as announced by the Ministry of Commerce on Friday. On Sept 12, a spokesperson for the European Commission stated that the price… Continue reading China urges fair treatment for EVs in Europe