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Geely said its fifth-generation ultra-fast charging will reach 2.2 MW. An on-site Lynk & Co 10 test charged from 10% to 97% in under nine minutes.

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For Qijing, Huawei Qiankun is responsible for technology, R&D, styling, marketing and more, while working with GAC.

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The “Pingshan Ghost” with coach doors is actually a camouflaged prototype of Yangwang’s flagship executive sedan. Do you think it can compete with the Zunjie S800?

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VOYAH launched the Dreamer 9 MPV at CNY 419,900–529,900. PHEV uses a 65kWh battery and charges 20–80% in 12 minutes; EV has a 120kWh battery and 701km CLTC range.

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Nissan’s new N7 launches at RMB 109,900–139,900 with limited-time incentives; a RMB 146,900 Black Warrior edition adds exterior, interior, audio and electronically controlled damper upgrades.

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NISSAN N7 plans an OTA update with Momenta R7 by year-end, using 29 sensors including LiDAR. Compared with generic versions, its driver assistance targets comfort, lower latency and parking.

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XiaoMi Pengcheng’s first sales month ends Oct. 7, when official total sales will be announced. Based on “10,000+ orders locked in 4 minutes,” what could first-month orders reach?

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LI is advancing the first external funding round for its Mahe chip subsidiary, with a pre-money valuation of about RMB 15 billion and plans to raise several billion yuan.

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ROEWE Jiayue 07 opens presales: three trims at RMB137,800–152,800. Free gifts include LiDAR, Momenta R7 World Model, ice-making fridge and more; Doubao assistant and unlimited tokens are limited-time offers.

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Lynk & Co delivered its 10,000th 07GT in Guangzhou in under two months, a record pace. The model has 390 kW combined output, 765 N·m combined torque and MRC magnetorheological suspension.

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Yu Chengdong said the LUXEED RX will launch on September 28, calling it “arguably HIMA’s best-handling vehicle.” The STELATO V8 family smart flagship MPV will also open for reservations.

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Front and rear solid axles, an ultra-hardcore, gasoline-only “Tank 300 Hooke Road.” Priced at RMB 250,000, the first batch of 300 units has sold out. The vehicle looks genuinely impressive.

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New uncamouflaged spy shots of the Haval Big Dog have surfaced. Honestly, they make us miss the handsome “old dog” a little.

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Can 7-year-old hardware still hold up? 🤔 We went to Seoul and found an older Model 3 running FSD v14 Lite—specifically developed for legacy hardware.

Let's see how it handles Seoul's complex streets!

@tesla_korea In this video, we set aside the expectations of the full version and give you the most authentic, unfiltered look at how older Tesla hardware performs with FSD v14 Lite. 🚗💨 Huge thanks to the owner @Tslachan! 🙌

#Tesla #FSD #Model3 #FSDv14 #TeslaKorea

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ONVO L60 has delivered its 110,000th vehicle, less than two years after its September 2024 launch, remaining among the top three RMB 200,000-class pure-electric midsize SUVs.

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LUXEED RX’s small frunk reflects trade-offs for handling, crash safety and comfort, Zhao Changjiang said, citing a cast triangular beam, reinforced structure and integrated heat-pump HVAC.

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China’s road traffic safety law revision draft, first reviewed Aug. 25, would make automakers/importers liable for violations with autonomous driving active; drivers remain liable for L2 assisted driving.

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LUXEED RX received chassis tuning from former AMG chief Tobias Moers, covering acceleration, braking and suspension, with double-wishbone/five-link suspension, dual-chamber air springs and near-50:50 axle load distribution.

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Stelato G9’s built-in electric roof tent offers 2,260 L when fully deployed, opens via roof buttons, infotainment or app, fits a 2.2 m × 1.08 m mattress and supports up to 260 kg.

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Stelato G9 uses Huawei’s 800V Whale battery platform. EV: 120 kWh, up to 728 km CLTC. EREV: 75/56 kWh, up to 405 km electric and 1,366 km combined CLTC.