China releases 398th list of “Announcement on On-road Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, Products” 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-venture automobile brands such as B...

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Energy passenger car wholesale volume exceeding 10,000 units in August, up 2 y/y and accounting for 93.5% (92.1% last month) of the total volume. These manufacturers were: BYD (371,501 units), Geely (147,347 units), Tesla China (83,192 units), Changan Auto (78,953 units), Chery (58,233 units), Leapmotor (57,066 units), SAIC-GM-Wuling (56,213 units), Seres Auto (41,029 units), XPeng (37,709 units), Great Wall Motor (37,457 units), Xiaomi EV (36,3...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

CDMS 2025: SAIC Roewe starts accepting pre-orders for M7 DMH plug-in hybrid electric sedan 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 concept vehicle, measures 4,940mm long, 1...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

CDMS 2025: SAIC-VW launches Lamando L coupe 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 and measures 4,791mm long, 1,831mm wide, and 1,469mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,731mm. Th...

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CDMS 2025: SAIC-MG launches MG4 EV hatchback 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 with a single 120kW/250Nm permanent magnet synchronous motor, the model delivers a top...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

MG confirms plan to establish manufacturing plant in Mexico 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 company SAIC in China. The plant will position Mexico as a strategic produc...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

5.2957% of DIAS. DIAS mainly manufactures products such as automotive intelligent steering control systems, intelligent braking control systems, intelligent suspension control systems, central motion coordination controllers, and intelligent driving connectivity products. Its major clients include SAIC-GM-Wuling, IM Motors, BYD, Seres Auto, Great Wall Motor, Chery, SAIC-VW, and SAIC Maxus. (From an HASCO press release dated August 28, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

HASCO to acquire 49% of SAIC QingTao to enter solid-state battery industry 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, SAIC QingTao is a 49:51 joint venture between SAIC Motor...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

SGMW Starlight 730 global MPV rolls off production line 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 drive variant for the Chinese market and the other right-hand drive for the g...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/28

SAIC Motor starts accepting pre-orders for Shangjie H5 SUV developed with Huawei 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 range of 655km and a CLTC power consumption of 13.4k...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/27

o., 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 plants in Chuzhou, Anhui Province, Qingdao, Shandong Province, and Wuxi, Jiangsu Province. Then, it delivers the batteries to China FAW Group (FAW), SAIC Motor (SAIC), Dongfeng Motor (DF), Beijing Automotive Group (BAIC), Wuzhoulong Motors, and other automakers. Enchem has already begun supplying A...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/26

MG IM6 Premium Long Range EV launched in Thailand 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-volt high-voltage architecture, the IM6 supports DC fast charging up to 396 kW...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/26

Special tourist route for IM Motors Level 4 Robotaxi services launched in Shanghai 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 hail such vehicles at multiple designated pick-up ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/22

SAIC-Audi starts accepting pre-orders for E5 Sportback electric hatchback 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 100kWh battery, the RWD variants deliver a 0 to 100km/h accele...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/20

China releases 20th list of “Catalog of New Energy Models Eligible for Vehicle Purchase Tax Breaks” On August 7, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) released the “Catalog of New Energy Models Eligible for Vehicle Purchase Tax Breaks (20th List)”. The selected battery electric models consist of 70 passenger vehicles (including SAIC Motor’s Shangjie H5, Stelato S9T, and Geely’s Galaxy E8), 55 buses, 63 truck...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/12

China releases 397th list of “Announcement on On-road Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, Products” On August 7, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) released the 397th 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, and BYD, as well as joint-venture automobile brands such as FAW Toyota ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/12

SAIC Maxus unveils new platform for pickup trucks On August 8, SAIC Maxus announced that it unveiled the Star Stack platform, a super full-stack off-road platform designed specifically for pickup trucks. The Star Stack platform boasts the following four core advantages:  Power: It covers six powertrain options, including gasoline, diesel, gasoline super hybrid, diesel super hybrid, extended-range hybrid and super battery electric. The 2.5TT twi...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/12

er car wholesale volume exceeding 10,000 units in July, an increase of 2 manufacturers y/y and taking up 92.1% (91.3% last month) of the total volume. These manufacturers were: BYD (341,030 units), Geely (130,124 units), Changan Auto (75,925 units), Tesla China (67,886 units), Chery (62,107 units), SAIC-GM-Wuling (59,580 units), Leapmotor (50,129 units), Seres (41,676 units), XPeng (36,717 units), Great Wall Motor (34,593 units), Li Auto (30,731 ...

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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 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08

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...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/07