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New Arrival: BAIC Senova X65

[2015-03-30 07:36]

The X65, BAIC Motor Corp's first SUV in the Senova series powered by former Saab's technologies, hit the market on March 21 in Guangzhou, capital of Guangdong province.

Carmakers join with Internet industry to design smart cars

[2015-03-30 07:36]

This year, Chinese carmakers SAIC Motor Corp Ltd, BAIC Motor Corp and Chery Automobile Co have united with Internet companies to develop smart cars.

Surge in SUV popularity boosts Chinese auto brands

[2015-03-30 07:36]

Sales in February remained on track for China's light vehicle market, with a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 24.6 million units, a level similar to that seen in January.

Ford faces fierce competition head-on

[2015-03-30 07:36]

Ford Motor pledges to deliver more vehicles with eco-friendly engines and affordable technology to Chinese customers, said CEO Mark Fields.

Micro electric cars 'optimal' choice for city life

[2015-03-30 07:36]

Xindayang, an obscure company in China's burgeoning new energy vehicle industry, is looking to carve out a niche with its ZD-brand pure electric micro cars.

Battlefield where the tanks are cars

[2015-03-30 07:35]

As part of its drive to gain a foothold in overseas markets, Changan is preparing for big things such as introducing its green-energy car model.

Hyundai expanding Chinese dealerships

[2015-03-29 10:36]

Hyundai announced it will increase its dealerships in China to 1,000 by the end of this year and build its fourth and fifth plants in the country in the next two years.

New guideline for auto joint ventures

[2015-03-29 10:36]

The Ministry of Commerce has announced that, from April 10, the shareholdings of Chinese parties in joint ventures should be above 50 percent for automobile companies.

Telsa to localize production in China in 3 years: Elon Musk

[2015-03-27 17:22]

Telsa Motors plans to localize production and engineering in China, CEO Elon Musk told Xinhua on Friday, pledging long-term commitment to the market.

Geely to invest $372m on new London Taxi facility

[2015-03-27 05:58]

Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co Ltd will invest 250 million pounds ($372 million) to build a new facility for the London Taxi Company in Coventry, United Kingdom, the Chinese company said on Thursday.

BAIC Motor reports doubled profits

[2015-03-25 17:40]

BAIC Motor Corp Ltd released its first annual report in Hong Kong on Sunday where it revealed that the company earned 4.51 billion yuan ($734.66 million) in profits.

3D-printed car debuts in Hainan

[2015-03-25 08:44]

China's first concept car built using 3D-printing technology debuts in Sanya, South China’s Hainan province, March 24, 2015.

BAIC and LeTV embrace 'Internet Plus'

[2015-03-24 17:13]

BAIC Motor and Le Holdings Co signed an agreement to jointly build the first internet vehicle on March 23.

New arrival: Beijing Hyundai Sonata 9

[2015-03-23 08:00]

The Beijing headquartered carmaker launched its flagship sedan on March 20 in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, with expectations to strengthen the company's position in China's medium- and high-end passenger car market.

New arrival: BYD new Surui

[2015-03-23 08:00]

BYD Auto Sales Co has upgraded its new Surui with an air purification system and a series of new technologies, and buyers are also eligible for a national government subsidy of 3,000 yuan ($488) for energy-saving automobiles.

Geely delivers GC9 to become part of Beijing diplomatic fleet

[2015-03-23 08:00]

Geely Holding Group has delivered its first batch of 20 GC9 sedans to the Beijing Service Bureau for Diplomatic Missions, for which a handover ceremony was held in Beijing on Friday.

More cars auctioned off from official fleet

[2015-03-23 08:00]

Another 115 cars from China's central government were auctioned off on March 21, part of its ongoing campaign to reform its fleet of official vehicles.

Yongche avoids discussing possible merger

[2015-03-23 08:00]

The Chinese Internet car-sharing company Yongche Inc announced it welcomes cooperation but there is no need to speak about a merger, in response to reports about a deal with Uber Inc.

BMW to strengthen localization in China

[2015-03-23 08:00]

German premium carmaker BMW AG plans to further its localization in China, as part of efforts to maintain its lead in the world's luxury auto industry.

Innovation vital to solve urbanization challenges

[2015-03-23 07:49]

Innovation will help China better tackle the traffic and environmental challenges emerging in its urbanization drive, industry leaders said at the ongoing China Development Forum.

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