On September 8, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) released the 398th list of the “Announcement on On-road Motor Vehicle Manufacturers and Products”.
A number of products of independent automobile brands such as FAW Group, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, BYD, and Geely, as well as joint-ventur

On September 7, SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) signed an agreement on deepening cooperation in the three areas of intelligent driving, intelligent cockpits, and intelligent manufacturing with Huawei in Liuzhou.
The Baojun Huajing S, the first cooperative model between the two companies, was unveiled for the first time. Positi

The China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) announced the production and sales volumes of passenger cars (including sedans, SUVs, and MPVs, excluding minivans) for August 2025.
China passenger car production and sales volumes in August 2025
Retail
August retail sales volumes of passenger cars totaled 1.995 million uni

On August 28, it was reported that the Mexican government is preparing to raise tariffs on Chinese imports as part of its 2026 budget proposal. This move aims to shield local manufacturers from low-cost competition and aligning with longstanding demands from U.S. President Donald Trump.
The planned increases would co

On August 29, at the Chengdu Motor Show (CDMS) 2025, SAIC Roewe started accepting pre-orders for the M7 DMH mid-to-large-size plug-in hybrid electric sedan. The model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 97,800 to CNY 114,800.
The M7 DMH, the first production flagship model based on the Pearl

On August 29, at the Chengdu Motor Show (CDMS) 2025, SAIC-VW launched the Lamando L coupe. The model is available in three 1.5T and three GTS variants, with prices ranging from CNY 150,900 to CNY 195,900.
The Lamando L is built on the MQB-EVO electrical architecture. It inherits a wide-bodied coupe exterior design an

On August 29, at the Chengdu Motor Show (CDMS) 2025, SAIC-MG launched the MG4 EV hatchback. The model is available in five variants, with prices ranging from CNY 68,800 to CNY 102,800.
The MG4 EV measures 4,395mm long, 1,842mm wide, and 1,551mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,750mm.
The MG4 EV has an FWD layout. Equipped

SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) announced on August 28 that it signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Guangxi New Energy Vehicle High-end Aluminum Alloy Components Research Institute (Guangxi NEV) on August 27.
The two parties will work with scientific research institutions such as Wuhan University of Technology (WUT) t

On August 26, it was reported that MG Motor is moving forward with its plan to establish an assembly plant in Mexico, despite global economic and trade challenges.
The company confirmed that its USD 1.05 billion investment, first announced in November 2024, remains on track under the direct coordination of parent com

Shanghai Huizhong Automotive Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (Shanghai Huizhong), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Huayu Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. (HASCO), plans to acquire a 5.2957% stake of six shareholders, including Beijing Horizon Robotics Technology R&D Co., Ltd. , in DIAS Automotive Electronic Systems Co., Ltd. (DIAS)

Huayu Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. (HASCO) plans to acquire SAIC Motor’s 49% stake in Shanghai SAIC QingTao Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (SAIC QingTao) for CNY 206 million. Upon completion of the transaction, HASCO will own 49% of SAIC QingTao. Established in November 2023 with a registered capital of CNY 1 billion, S

On August 22, SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) announced that its 8-millionth MPV, a Starlight 730 global MPV, rolled off the production line at its Chongqing site, and that the model will make its official debut at the Chengdu Motor Show 2025.
Rolling off the production line were two Starlight 730 MPVs, one being a left-hand d

On August 25, SAIC Motor started accepting pre-orders for the Shangjie H5, the first SUV developed with Huawei. The model is available in battery electric (EV) and range-extended electric (REEV) variants, with a starting pre-order price of CNY 169,800.
The Shangjie H5 EV is powered by an 80kWh battery, delivering a r

On August 25, SAIC-VW announced the completion of an SAIC-Audi intelligent manufacturing site in Jiading District, Shanghai. This is where the E5 Sportback, Audi’s first production luxury EV model, went into production.
With an annual production capacity of 360,000 units, the new site specializes in producing Audi mo

Several South Korean media sources reported that South Korea’s Enchem Co., Ltd. signed a deal to supply electrolytes to China Automotive New Energy Battery Technology Co., Ltd., a Chinese automotive battery manufacturer. By the end of 2025, it plans to deliver 5,000 tons. The Chinese company produces batteries at its

Announced on August 22, 2025, SAIC Motor-CP and MG Sales (Thailand) have introduced the MG IM6 Premium Long Range, the latest variant in the brand’s premium EV lineup. Promoted as offering “faster charging and the longest range in its class,” the model delivers up to 750 km per charge (NEDC standard).
With its 800-vo

On August 21, BILSTEIN, part of thyssenkrupp AG, announced that it has been selected as the shock absorber supplier for SAIC’s new fully electric luxury SUV, the IM LS7.
The model will have its BILSTEIN’s advanced semi-active DampTronic system, which includes not only the shock absorbers but also the suspension cont

Beijing Momenta Technology Company Limited (Momenta) signed an agreement with SAIC-GM for in-depth strategic cooperation on assisted driving.
The Electra L7, the first luxury intelligent sedan of Buick’s Electra sub-brand for high-end New Energy Vehicles, will come with Flywheel R6, a Momenta large model based on rei

On August 20, a Level 4 Robotaxi special tourist route from Shanghai International Resort to Shanghai Pudong International Airport developed by IM Motors, SAIC Mobility, and SAIC AI Lab was launched.
IM Motors Level 4 Robotaxis have been permitted to directly enter Shanghai Disney Resort, which means that users can h

On August 18, SAIC-Audi started accepting pre-orders for the E5 Sportback midsize battery electric hatchback. The model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 235,900 to CNY 319,900.
The E5 Sportback features an RWD or Quattro 4WD layout. Powered by a single 220kW/300kW motor and a 76kWh or 100kW