SAIC-MG starts accepting pre-orders for MG4 EV hatchback On August 5, SAIC-MG started accepting pre-orders for the MG4 EV hatchback, which will be launched on September 5. The model is available in five variants, with pre-order prices ranging from CNY 73,800 to CNY 105,800. As for the variant with a semi-solid-state battery, the price will be revealed in September, and volume delivery will start within the year. Inheriting the exterior design of ...

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SAIC-Audi launches A5L Sportback coupe On August 1, SAIC-Audi launched the A5L Sportback midsize coupe. The model is available in six variants, with prices ranging from CNY 259,900 to CNY 369,900. Positioned as a “luxury intelligent high-performance sedan”, the A5L Sportback inherits the classic exterior design elements of the A5 and offers three sporty front fascia options. It measures 4,903mm long, 1,883mm wide, and 1,447mm or 1,427mm high,...

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April 2025, the investment will support the development of the next-generation model expected to launch in 2027. The hybrid version will allow VW to qualify for Argentina's new RIGI incentive program for alternative energy vehicles. The new Amarok will be built on a modern platform shared with the SAIC Maxus Interstellar X, a Chinese pickup featuring both diesel and electric powertrains. The combustion variant uses a new Euro 7-compliant 2.5L tu...

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IM Motors launches Hengxing super range extender On August 1, IM Motors, an SAIC Motor sub-brand, launched the SAIC Motor in-house developed Hengxing super range extender. The Hengxing super range extender innovatively adopts a 66kWh 800V battery solution for range-extended electric vehicles (REEVs), which comprises an 800V ultra-fast-charging platform and a production 66kWh Super Freevoy Max battery developed with CATL, delivering a CLTC EV-mode...

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ing popularity among local car buyers. The company attributes this surge to its expanding lineup of future-ready models, particularly in the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) segment. Standout models include the MG3 Hybrid+ and the recently launched MG ZS Hybrid+. On the global front, MG’s parent company, SAIC Motor, also reported robust growth, selling 2.053 million vehicles in the first half of 2025, a 12.4% YoY increase. (From an article of CarGuide....

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l and large-scale demonstration operations. Covering four models with two business forms, the licenses were issued to companies such as Shanghai (YX) Pony AI Technology Co., Ltd., Baidu Zhixing Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., and Dazhong Transportation (Group) Co., Ltd.‌ At the event, IM Motors, SAIC Mobility, and SAIC Intelligent Technology jointly announced that a dedicated route for Level 4 Robotaxis from Shanghai International Resort to Sh...

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Shanghai Intelligent Connected NEV Industry Cluster Area breaks ground On July 18, an event for the groundbreaking of the Shanghai Intelligent Connected New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Industry Cluster Area was held in Jiading District. Prior to the event, renowned automobile brands including IM Motors, SAIC-VW, SAIC-Audi, NIO, and Volvo Cars exhibited nine new intelligent models, such as Robotaxis, driverless minibuses, and intelligent sweeping vehicle...

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electric light-duty logistics trucks, electrified pickup trucks are becoming the most effective solution to elevate the urban road passage rights of commercial vehicles. By automaker, China’s top five pickup truck sellers in H1 2025 were Great Wall Motor (96,228 units), JAC Group (32,915 units), SAIC Maxus (28,732 units), JMC Group (28,430 units), and BYD (26,988 units), accounting for around 70% of the total sales volume and presenting high i...

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soon start sales of imported Roewe ERX5 vehicles in Iran. It is the first imported plug-in hybrid product of Pars Khodro. It has a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with 185 horsepower and 300 Nm of torque, along with a 180-kW electric motor with 270 Nm of torque. Roewe is part of the Chinese SAIC Motor Corp. Based on multiple sources ...

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SAIC H5 SUV developed by SAIC Motor, Huawei poised for launch in September On July 16, SAIC Motor announced the September launch of the SAIC H5, the first SUV developed with Huawei. The model will be available in battery electric and range-extended electric variants. Adopting an urban aesthetics-based exterior design concept, the SAIC H5 presents a minimalistic appearance. It measures 4,780mm long, 1,910mm wide, and 1,664mm high, with a wheelbase...

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IM Motors releases official images of IM LS9 range-extended electric SUV On July 16, IM Motors, an SAIC Motor sub-brand, released official images of the IM LS9 large 6-seater range-extended electric SUV. According to China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the IM LS9 measures 5,279mm long, 2,000mm wide, and 1,806mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,160mm. The model is powered by a ternary lithium-ion battery, a 114kW engine, a...

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chnology (MIIT) released the 396th list of the “Announcement on On-road Motor Vehicle Manufacturers and Products”. A number of products of independent automobile brands such as BYD, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, and FAW Group, as well as joint-venture automobile brands such as Beijing Hyundai and SAIC-VW, have officially passed the declaration process. From an MIIT press release...

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enger vehicles, energy-saving light-duty commercial vehicles, energy-saving heavy-duty commercial vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric passenger vehicles, battery electric commercial vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric commercial vehicles, and fuel cell electric commercial vehicles of automakers such as SAIC-VW, Dongfeng Motor Corporation, BYD, Great Wall Motor, and Chery. From an MIIT press release...

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First SAIC Maxus electric logistic vehicles shipped to Europe On July 15, the first 300 SAIC Maxus eDeliver 3 (EV30) battery electric logistic vehicles procured by DHL were shipped to Europe. The eDeliver 3, with the industry’s first dedicated electric platform, offers a range of over 400km on urban roads and a charging time of 30 minutes from 0 to 80% state-of-charge, meeting European logistic companies’ range and charging efficiency require...

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PT UABS Indonesia celebrates Line-Off Ceremony for XPeng EV battery at Cikarang plant On July 8, 2025, XPeng Motors’ first overseas knock-down (KD) battery pack officially rolled off the production line at PT UABS Indonesia, located in the SAIC International Industrial Park, Cikarang, West Java. The partnership has drawn widespread attention across the industry and marks a major milestone in the growing collaboration between SAIC Group and XPen...

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All-new MG4 EV hatchback rolls off production line, with launch in August On July 14, SAIC-MG announced that the all-new MG4 EV hatchback rolled off the production line at the SAIC Motor Nanjing Plant and will be launched in August. With a wide body and a low stance, the MG4 EV inherits many exterior design elements from the MG Cyberster electric convertible sports car. The MG4 EV employs an intelligent in-vehicle interconnectivity system develop...

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ith a New Energy passenger car wholesale volume exceeding 10,000 units in June, down 1 y/y and taking up 91.8% (91.2% last month) of the total volume. These manufacturers were: BYD (377,628 units), Geely (122,367 units), Changan Auto (87,458 units), Tesla China (71,599 units), Chery (66,368 units), SAIC-GM-Wuling (61,810 units), Leapmotor (48,006 units), Seres (43,354 units), Great Wall Motor (36,375 units), Li Auto (36,279 units), XPeng (34,611 ...

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SAIC-Audi starts accepting pre-orders for A5L Sportback coupe On July 3, SAIC-Audi started accepting pre-orders for the A5L Sportback coupe. The model is available in five variants, with prices ranging from CNY 260,000 to CNY 320,000. The A5L Sportback adopts a classic low body stance and frameless doors. It measures 4,903mm long, 1,883mm wide, and 1,427mm or 1,447mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,922mm. The PPC (Premium Platform Combustion)-based A...

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SAIC-GM develops SA8775P chip-based intelligent cockpit domain controller with Qualcomm, Bosch SAIC-GM announced that it has produced samples of an SA8775P chip-based intelligent cockpit domain controller developed in strategic cooperation with Qualcomm and Bosch.  This technology achievement will be first applied to Buick’s Xiao Yao super integrated automotive architecture and is scheduled for global debut and mass production in the first se...

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SAIC Motor, CATL establish power system company According to multiple press releases dated June 26, United Auto Power System (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. was recently established, with a registered capital of CNY 50 million. The new company is wholly owned by United Auto Battery System Co., Ltd., which is a 51:49 joint venture between SAIC Motor Investment Management Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of SAIC Motor Corp., Ltd. (SAIC Motor), and Contemporary Amperex...

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