From Shenzhen to Bremen, automotive cooperation takes new steps forward

A sedan from Chinese carmaker BYD stands in front of car freighter BYD Explorer No 1 that came to Bremen, Germany, from Shenzhen, Guangdong province, in February. [Photo/Agencies] SHENZHEN — A ro-ro ship under the name BYD Explorer No 1, the first of the new energy vehicle giant’s “shipping fleet” — with another seven transport… Continue reading From Shenzhen to Bremen, automotive cooperation takes new steps forward

German carmakers upbeat on China market, green push

The roll-off ceremony of the 6 millionth car produced by BMW Brilliance Automotive is held in Shenyang, Liaoning province, on May 8. [Photo/Xinhua] SHENYANG — A BMW i5 electric car rolled off the assembly line on May 8 in Northeast China’s Shenyang, capital of Liaoning province, marking the 6 millionth car produced by BMW Group’s… Continue reading German carmakers upbeat on China market, green push

Beijing to promote clean energy consumption for NEVs

A BYD Ocean-M electric car is displayed at the 2024 Auto China in Beijing on April 25, 2024. [Photo/VCG] BEIJING – Beijing will vigorously promote clean energy consumption for new energy vehicles (NEVs) amid its efforts to boost green development and foster green and low-carbon lifestyle, local relevant authority said. According to the municipal development… Continue reading Beijing to promote clean energy consumption for NEVs

Chinese-brand passenger vehicle sales up 26.7% in January-April

Workers assemble cars at a passenger vehicle plant of SAIC Motor in Shanghai. ZHU XINGXIN/CHINA DAILY BEIJING — Chinese-brand passenger vehicle sales soared 26.7 percent year-on-year in the first four months of the year, industry data showed. More than 4.66 million domestic-brand passenger vehicles were sold during the period, according to the China Association of… Continue reading Chinese-brand passenger vehicle sales up 26.7% in January-April

NEV makers move fast in China leveraging innovation, cooperation

Employees work on the assembly line of a new energy vehicle manufacturer in Chongqing. TANG YI/XINHUA HEFEI — Fierce competition has driven up technological innovation and industrial upgrading in China’s new energy vehicle (NEV) sector, with auto brands revving up investment and seeking cooperation. “I’m dazzled by the new configurations of NEVs, with large touch… Continue reading NEV makers move fast in China leveraging innovation, cooperation

China-made driverless minibus to hit road in Turin, Italy

GUIYANG – Robobus, an unmanned minibus independently developed by a Chinese self-driving startup, is expected to hit the roads of the city of Turin at the foot of the Alps, and provide short-distance transportation services. According to the developer, Guizhou Hankaisi Intelligent Technology Co Ltd (PIX Moving), the company will cooperate with Italian mobile travel… Continue reading China-made driverless minibus to hit road in Turin, Italy

New semi-solid batteries unveiled in 16th China Battery Fair

[Photo provided to China Daily] At the recently concluded 16th China International Battery Fair (CIBF 2024), a series of new semi-solid batteries were unveiled to the public for the first time, marking a significant breakthrough in the sector. Shenzhen-based BAK Power Battery Co Ltd, the developer of the semi-solid batteries, said its products not only… Continue reading New semi-solid batteries unveiled in 16th China Battery Fair

China’s passenger vehicle sales up 9% in Jan-April

Visitors examine an off-road vehicle at the Beijing auto show that runs from April 25 to May 4, 2024. [Photo by Li Fusheng/chinadaily.com.cn] BEIJING — China’s retail sales of passenger cars reached nearly 6.42 million units in the first four months of this year, marking an increase of 9 percent year-on-year, according to data from… Continue reading China’s passenger vehicle sales up 9% in Jan-April

Mood toward NEV stocks brightens

A BYD Ocean-M electric car is displayed at the 2024 Auto China in Beijing on April 25, 2024. [Photo/VCG] Listed Chinese new energy vehicle makers can look forward to their stocks performing well in capital market on the back of their robust production and sales numbers, which will be further boosted by the country’s supportive… Continue reading Mood toward NEV stocks brightens

Tesla clears hurdles in China’s electric vehicle market

A Tesla logo is seen at a groundbreaking ceremony of Tesla Shanghai Gigafactory in Shanghai, China on Jan 7, 2019. [Photo/Agencies] Chinese authorities have decided to remove restrictions on Tesla’s cars after it passed the country’s data security requirements, marking a significant milestone for the US company in the world’s largest auto market. The approval… Continue reading Tesla clears hurdles in China’s electric vehicle market