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LeEco teams up with auto makers to produce connected cars

[2016-03-17 15:11]

Three auto makers, including BAIC Motor, BYD and Dongfeng Motor have signed agreements with LeEco for embedding the company's connected-car system.

PSA CEO optimistic about Chinese auto market

[2016-03-17 10:13]

The CEO of European auto giant PSA Peugeot Citroen believed the strategic cooperation with Dongfeng Motor would ensure their business success, and the Chinese market will remain their top priority in the future.

Chinese cars shine at Cairo's Automech-Formula motor show

[2016-03-17 10:10]

The 23rd Cairo international motor show, Automech-Formula 2016, kicked off Wednesday in Egypt with a notable participation of China's largest vehicle manufacturers.

Toyota to recall 126 imported vehicles in China

[2016-03-16 16:00]

Toyota Motor (China) Investment Co said Wednesday that it will recall 126 vehicles in China due to problems that could pose safety risks.

BAIC makes foray into Fujian Benz

[2016-03-16 15:28]

BAIC Motor Corp, Daimler's Chinese partner in Beijing Benz, took over 35 percent shares in Fujian Benz on Mar 14, and became the second largest shareholder in the premium vehicle maker in Southern China.

Chinese auto maker Chery relaunches new cars assembled in Egypt

[2016-03-16 10:37]

China's leading auto maker, Chery International, announced Tuesday the relaunching of its Speranza cars under the new name of "Chery."

Mercedes-Benz recalls vehicles in China

[2016-03-15 15:26]

Mercedes-Benz will recall 80 vehicles in China over defective sunroofs, according to China's quality watchdog.

Top 10 most innovative carmakers of 2015

[2016-03-15 06:42]

In Boston Consulting Group's tenth annual global survey of the state of innovation, 79 percent of respondents ranked innovation as either the top-most priority or a top-three priority at their company. Only one carmaker on the list is from China -- BYD Company.

Delegates address auto industry challenges at two sessions

[2016-03-14 10:09]

During the annual sessions of the National People's Congress, China's top parliamentary body, and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, China's top advisory body, many delegates made suggestions and proposals for the further development of the auto industry.

Internet era steers future of automakers

[2016-03-14 08:11]

Electrification and the mobile Internet will help make cars become more than a transport tool, industry experts say.

February auto sales slip a blip: experts

[2016-03-14 07:59]

China's auto sales fell slightly in February, though industry officials say the dip does not reflect a longstanding trend.

BMW Group reports record February sales

[2016-03-12 10:26]

German car producer BMW Group reported on Friday that 163,965 BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce vehicles were sold in February, registering a year-on-year increase of 7.9 percent and a record figure in terms of February sales.

BJEV declined funding plan report

[2016-03-11 15:08]

A BAIC Group subsidiary that produces new-energy vehicles shot down local media reports that it is seeking $460 million through a public listing on the Shanghai Stock Exchange.

Audi's sales in China hit new record in February

[2016-03-11 10:02]

German automaker Audi AG announced on Thursday that its sales in China hit a new record in February.

Chrysler recalls 20,670 vehicles in China

[2016-03-10 16:57]

Chrysler will recall 20,670 vehicles in China after finding oil pipe defects, the country's quality watchdog said on Thursday.

China auto sales down 0.9% in February

[2016-03-10 15:07]

Auto sales in China, the world's biggest auto market, fell 0.9 percent year on year to 1.58 million units in February.

Chery to launch new model in Chile

[2016-03-10 11:27]

Chinese auto maker Chery Automobile Co announced on Wednesday that it will launch its latest model, the Arrizo 5, in Santiago, Chile, on Thursday.

BMW achieves record group revenues in 2015

[2016-03-10 10:48]

German car producer BMW Group announced on Wednesday that its group revenues last year hit a new record for the six consecutive year.

BAIC expects to raise $460m from electric-car division IPO

[2016-03-09 07:59]

Beijing Electric Vehicle Co plans to sell shares in Shanghai and has attracted investments from tech companies, including LeEco, sources said.

Escort drives Ford sales in China

[2016-03-08 17:03]

Ford sold 63,350 cars in China in February, a 9 percent fall year-on-year. Yet its sales in the first two months totaled 194,182 units, an 18 percent rise from the same period last year.

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