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Volkswagen speeds up electrification, innovation in China

German automobile giant Volkswagen and Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) maker XPENG announced their strategic collaboration on a superfast charging network in China.

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Shanghai ports report record-high vehicle exports in 2024

Two major automobile export ports in the Chinese metropolis of Shanghai saw record-high exports of over 1.66 million vehicles in 2024, up 26.6 percent year on year.

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BYD beware as Tesla launches upgraded Model Y in China

In the face of a strong challenge from Chinese rival BYD, new-energy vehicle giant Tesla is looking to consolidate its China market position by upgrading its bestselling model.

2025-01-10 18:09 0

BYD app breakdown leaves drivers out in the cold

Owners of Dynasty and Ocean models experienced a glitch which left them locked out of their cars when they wanted to get work. The incident was blamed on a cloud service breakdown.

2025-01-09 19:54 0

General Motors appoints new Durant Guild president

Jim Campbell is to take over business operations for the GM brand, replacing Li Long, and be responsible for its overall product planning, marketing and parts business in China.

2025-01-08 20:15 0

Xpeng, VW to build China's largest ultra-fast charging network

Chinese EV company Xpeng and Volkswagen Group (China) are expanding their cooperation and plan to jointly build the country's largest ultra-fast charging network that they share.