On October 15, China Changan Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (CCAG) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with JD.com, Inc. (JD) in Beijing to explore the establishment of intelligent hardware and operating systems for urban logistics vehicles and work on the design, development, and production of intelligent driverles

The China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) announced the production and sales volumes of passenger cars (including sedans, SUVs, and MPVs, excluding minivans) for September 2025.
China passenger car production and sales volumes in September 2025
Retail
September retail sales volumes of passenger cars totaled 2.241 mi

On October 10, Changan announced that its first vessel carrying Changan vehicles had successfully arrived at the Port of Durban, South Africa. Jameel Motors South Africa is set to launch nationally later this month.
The first shipment to South Africa included Changan’s Alsvin, CS75 Pro, and Deepal S07 models, marks

On October 10, Avatr announced the recent payment of CNY 3.45 billion, the third and final installment of a CNY 11.5 billion investment for acquisition of Huawei’s 10% stake in Shenzhen Yinwang Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. (Yinwang), to Huawei.
The first and second installments, CNY 2.3 billion and CNY 5.75 billi

On October 9, Changan Auto announced September 2025 sales results on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZSE).
In September, the automaker sold 266,315 units, up 24.9% year-over-year (y/y). Year-to-date (YTD) vehicle sales totaled 2,066,075 units, up 8.5% y/y.
Independent sub-brands’ September and YTD sales accounted for 2

On September 28, Changan Auto started accepting pre-orders for the Nevo A06 mid-to-large-size coupe. The model is available in six variants, with prices ranging from CNY 119,900 to CNY 159,900.
The Nevo A06 measures 4,885mm long, 1,916mm wide, and 1,496mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,922mm.
The Nevo A06 features an 80

On September 26, Changan Mazda launched the EZ-60 midsize SUV, its first global strategic new energy SUV. The model is available in two EV (battery electric vehicle) and four REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) variants, with prices ranging from CNY 119,900 to CNY 160,900.
The EZ-60 measures 4,850mm long, 1,935mm

Reported on October 2, 2025, Changan Philippines expanded its lineup with the introduction of the Nevo A05 plug-in hybrid sedan. Combining a sporty yet contemporary design with classic sedan elegance, the Nevo A05 carries a price tag of PHP 1,195,000.
Under the hood, the Nevo A05 PHEV is driven by a 1.5-liter BlueCor

On October 2, Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia (INEGI) reported sales of 117,181 light vehicles in September, representing an increase of 0.3% from the 116,789 sales in September 2024.
Nissan sold 20,872 units in September, an increase of 11.5% from the previous year.
Overall Volkswagen Group sa

According to the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), August vehicle sales in Thailand increased 5.4% year over year to 47,622 units, marking the fifth consecutive month of YoY growth. Electrified vehicle sales during the month included 9,246 BEV passenger cars, 63 BEV pickups, and 244 REEV passenger cars. In the fir

According to multiple press releases dated September 23, Avatr, a joint venture among Changan Auto, Huawei, and CATL, plans to file for IPO (initial public offering) with the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) in Q4 2025 and complete the IPO procedures in Q2 2026. China International Capital Corporation

Hesai Technology Co., Ltd. (Hesai Tech) was listed on the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX). As a developer and manufacturer of LiDARs, the company’s products are widely used in passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and autonomous vehicles that support advanced driver assistance systems, as well as v

On September 18, Xiamen King Long Motor Group Co., Ltd. (KLM) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Chengdu Keruite Automobile Technology Co., Ltd. (Keruite) for an innovative project on the design, size, and intelligent manufacturing of buses.
Keruite, a company specializing in solutions to the R&D of intell

The IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich kept me more than busy and entertained for the three days I attended last week. I spent ample time visiting the public stands that were integrated into the city center, as well as a whole day in the more traditional exhibition setting of the Messe München. One welcome surprise is that

On September 16, Astana Motors announced that its multi-brand Manufacturing Kazakhstan plant has officially begun operations. The plant is fully equipped, commissioned, and has received the first batch of components for Chery, Changan, and Haval models.
Under the industrial assembly agreement, the plant will use CKD

On September 16, China Changan Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (CCAG) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Agricultural Bank of China Limited (ABC). The two parties will leverage this opportunity to accelerate breakthroughs in areas such as technology R&D and market expansion to promote all-round, multi-level, an

On September 15, the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) issued the “Initiative on Standardizing the Payment of Accounts Payable by Automakers to Suppliers” (the Initiative).
The Initiative requires that large automakers not take advantage of their dominant position to infringe upon suppliers’ intere

On September 10, Changan showcased its CHANGAN DEEPAL and AVATR products at IAA Mobility 2025.
Changan displayed several models, including the CHANGAN DEEPAL S05, S07, and AVATR 06, 07, 012. They also revealed AVATR’s first concept car, the Xpectra. The exhibition featured advanced technologies like the Golden Shiel

On September 8, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) released the 77th list of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) that meet the national energy saving standards and are eligible for tax reductions or exemptions. There are 430 models on the list in total, including 14 energy-saving and 416 New Energy

Announced on September 10, 2025, Antolin has inaugurated its new plant in Thailand, strengthening its expansion in Southeast Asia.
The facility will serve as a center of excellence for modular interior solutions, including headliners, door panels, and cockpits, while integrating advanced acoustic foam production, nex