On September 25, the FAW Hongqi R&D Center announced the recent filing of the in-house developed Lingxi large model with the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) for generative AI services.
The Lingxi large model has achieved the following two technological breakthroughs in interaction experience.
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On September 23, FAW-VW held a roll-off ceremony for the first vehicles for export at its Changchun site. 554 Magotan and Sagitar sedans will be shipped from Shanghai on September 28 and be launched in the Middle East in November, indicating the embarkment of FAW-VW’s operations outside of China.
To date, FAW-VW has

According to a State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) press release dated September 22, China First Automobile Co., Ltd. (FAW) signed an agreement with New Territory Technology Company Limited (New Territory) and Shenzhen Zhuoyu Technology Co., Ltd. (ZYT) for capital increase and acquisition of New Territo

Announced on September 17, 2025, the first Bestune T90 has rolled off the production line at FAW’s KD plant in Yangon, Myanmar, marking a major step in the brand’s overseas expansion. This follows the earlier local production of the Bestune T77.
According to FAW Group, the Bestune T90 SKD project in Myanmar has also

On September 9, National Steel Company – SNS Holding, in a social media post, announced that it had signed several contracts at the IATF 2025 Trade Fair. It has signed an agreement with ALGERIA FAW TRUCKS INDUSTRIES (China) for the supply of spare parts (front and rear bumpers, front and rear lights, and electrical p

On September 9, FAW-VW launched the next-generation Sagitar L small-to-mid-size sedan. The model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 114,900 to CNY 131,900.
The next-generation Sagitar L presents a relaxed, dynamic overall body stance and measures 4,812mm long, 1,813mm wide, and 1,479mm or 1,

On September 9, Hongqi announced the European debut of its all-new all-electric SUV, the EHS5, at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany.
The model has a 2,900 mm wheelbase and up to 1,653 liters of flexible storage. It has a WLTP range of 550 km, combined with low-temperature, low-degradation battery cells.
The all-ne

On September 6, China FAW announced that the Beijing Equity Exchange officially disclosed that FAW Bestune Automobile Co., Ltd. (FAW Bestune) secured a capital increase of CNY 8.55 billion.
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On September 5, Hongqi announced that it will present its all-new all-electric SUV, the EHS5, alongside several BEV models already available in Europe at the IAA Mobility 2025. EHS5 is the newest member of the Hongqi NEV family. Equipped with advanced intelligent safety systems, a reliable range, and refined driving

On August 28, FAW Group announced that together with Volkswagen Group China and the administration committee of Chengdu Economic and Technological Development Zone, it signed a “Cooperation Agreement on Jetta Business Development” to prepare for the establishment of a new Jetta company.
The Jetta brand plans to launc

On August 21, Jiangsu Yueda Group Co., Ltd. (Yueda Group) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with FAW Bestune Automobile Co., Ltd. (FAW Bestune) in Changchun, Jilin.
Under the agreement, the two companies will launch pragmatic cooperation on equity investment, production and manufacturing, supply chain collabor

On August 19, FAW-Eastern Europe and Yandex Drive signed a contract for the supply of BESTUNE T77 crossovers. Users will be able to rent them in Moscow, as well as in other regions of Russia. The first 150 cars in the maximum PRESTIGE PLUS configuration are already available for trips in the capital.
Soon, other T77

According to multiple press releases dated August 20, FAW Group is planning to buy a stake in Leapmotor to become a strategic shareholder. Currently, the preliminary plan to acquire around 10% of Leapmotor is being circulated and advanced within FAW Group.
Information from the FAW International e-Bid Platform shows t

On August 7, Audi announced the launch of the all-new A5L midsize sedan. The model is available in five variants, with prices ranging from CNY 239,800 to CNY 289,800. Pricing for two of the variants has not yet been announced.
The A5L measures 4,908mm long, 1,860mm wide, and 1,427mm / 1,442mm high, with a wheelbase o

On August 7, FAW-Audi announced the launch of the Q6L e-tron family of electric flagship SUVs, which is available in a total of four variants including the Q6L e-tron and Q6L Sportback e-tron, with prices ranging from CNY 348,800 to CNY 398,800.
The models in the Q6L e-tron family measure 4,884mm long, 1,965mm wide,

On August 7, HONGQI presented the flagship crossover HONGQI HS7 in Russia. The length of the car is 4,995 mm, the width is 1,960 mm, the height is 1,760 mm, and the wheelbase is 2,920 mm. The HONGQI HS7 cabin is designed for 7 passengers.
The HS7 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged gasoline engine with direct fuel

On August 7, Hongqi revealed the design details and technical specifications of its flagship crossover, the HONGQI HS7 for the Russian market.
The vehicle measures 4,995 mm in length, 1,960 mm in width, and 1,760 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,920 mm. It is equipped with a 2.0-litre turbocharged gasoline engine

On July 26, multiple sources reported that TransAfrica Motors, the exclusive distributor of FAW trucks in Kenya, has launched JH6 and JK6 models in Kenya. The new trucks are designed to meet the evolving transportation needs in Kenya and the Rest of East Africa. The JK6 series carries between 10 and 12 tonnes, while

On July 27, the Ministry of Industry, Algeria SPA ALGERIA FAW TRUCKS INDUSTRIES, and COSIDER ALREM, a subsidiary of COSIDER Group, signed a partnership agreement to launch a project to produce spare parts for FAW vehicles and trucks. It will support local production, transferring technology, and creating value-added

On July 24, FAW Trucks Southern Africa launched two new heavy-duty models in its flagship JH6 range, including the new JH6 33.460FT-AMT and JH6 28.550FT-AMT.
The JH6 33.460 FT-AMT is equipped with a 9.5-litre, 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine paired with an Automated Manual Transmission (AMT), delivering 338 kW