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Zeekr launches versatile MIX model

Zeekr, owned by Chinese car giant Geely, launched a five-seat family car called Zeekr MIX, on Wednesday. Available in two variants, the MPV is priced at 279,900 yuan ($39,360) and 299,900 yuan respectively. Of its features the most striking ones are its interior space, thanks to its wheelbase of more than 3 meters and the…

FAW develops 1700V SiC chip for faster recharging

China First Automobile Works (FAW) has developed a 1700V SiC power module, which is expected to advance EV charging systems toward ultra-high voltage platforms and reduce charging time to 5 minutes. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] China First Automobile Works (FAW) has developed a 1700V SiC power module, which is expected to advance EV charging systems…

EU tariffs on Chinese EVs face backlash

A SAIC model is driven into a cargo ship headed to Europe. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] China does not acknowledge or accept the European Union’s final ruling to impose additional tariffs on electric vehicles manufactured in the Chinese market, the Ministry of Commerce said on Wednesday, vowing to take all necessary measures to protect the…

CIIE’s main venue in Shanghai wears a new look

Bright-colored flowers beautify the south square of the National Exhibition and Convention Center, the main venue for the 7th China International Import Expo, in Shanghai on Oct 29, 2024. [Photo/VCG] The seventh China International Import Expo (CIIE) is scheduled to take place from Nov 5 to Nov 10 in Shanghai. Preparations at the National Exhibition…

EU’s protectionist tariffs on Chinese EVs face backlash from industry, officials

A SAIC model is driven into a cargo ship headed to Europe. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] BRUSSELS – The European Commission on Tuesday announced the imposition of anti-subsidy tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs), a decision that has sparked strong opposition from within the EU and key industry stakeholders. Starting Wednesday, these tariffs will remain…

China rejects additional EV tariffs imposed by the EU, files complaint

China-made new energy vehicles await shipment to Europe in Xiamen, Fujian province. [Photo/Xinhua] China does not agree with or accept the European Union’s decision to impose additional tariffs on electric vehicles manufactured in its market, pledging the country will take all necessary measures to safeguard the interests of its companies, said the Ministry of Commerce…

China’s auto industry accelerates toward intelligent transformation

  A staff member of Chinese automaker GAC Group debugs an electric sports car during the 2024 World Intelligent Connected Vehicles Conference in Beijing, Oct 17, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua] BEIJING – Having surged to the forefront of the global new energy vehicle (NEV) market with their outstanding performance, Chinese automakers are exploring strategies to gain an…

IM first Chinese brand capable of producing L2 to L4 vehicles

IM Motors releases the IM AD 3.0, a Level 2 plus system, for its vehicles on Oct 28, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] IM Motors said on Monday that it has become the first carmaker in China capable of mass-producing vehicles that boasts Level 2, 3 and 4 autonomy. The carmaker, a joint venture established…

Closer Sino-Japanese auto cooperation urged

CAERI experts attend an online meeting on automotive index technology with representatives from Japanese automotive industry on Oct 25, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Chinese and Japanese automotive industries are encouraged to deepen their collaboration and exchanges, especially in terms of automotive assessment, said experts at an industry meeting on Friday. The event, organized by…