With ZXZC Daily, we will offer daily important automotive news in China. For those we have reported, the title of the piece will include a hyperlink, which will provide detailed information.

NIO's sub-brand ‘Alps’ introduces new single motor option

NIO plans to introduce a new single electric motor option for its sub-brand Alps (code name), which focuses on the 200,000-300,000-yuan market. This move is part of NIO's strategy to expand its presence in the mass market, providing greater flexibility to the Alps brand. The first model to feature the single motor will be a sedan, equipped with NIO's in-house developed next-gen electric motor to optimize size and cost.

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Henan Province's first smart toll robot begins operations on Zhengshao Expressway

Henan Province’s first standardized toll booth card-dispensing robot has been deployed at the Zhengzhou Southwest Toll Station on the Zhengzhou–Shaolinsi Expressway (Zhengshao Expressway). The robot efficiently identifies vehicles and issues cards for non-ETC (Electronic Toll Collection) vehicles, offering a seamless and precise toll collection experience without any human intervention. The system is fully automated, providing rapid pass-card issuance within 5 seconds.

New Jeep Wrangler/Gladiator models hit market in China, starting at 449,900 yuan

Jeep officially put its latest Wrangler/Gladiator models onto the Chinese market on July 24, offering five variants with prices ranging from 449,900 to 639,900 yuan. The new models feature minor exterior and interior upgrades, while the 4xe variant enhances outdoor power supply capabilities. The Robin Hood model debuts the new Dana 44 HD Full Float rear axle. Jeep plans to adopt a direct sales mode for future vehicles in China, transforming traditional dealerships into agents and partners.

AutoChips' latest MCU chip adapts to Reach Auto's NeuSAR

AutoChips, the smart chip subsidiary of NavInfo, announced the successful adaptation of Reach Auto's basic software platform NeuSAR to AutoChips' newest mass-produced vehicle-grade MCU chip, the AC7840x.

Rising Auto introduces next-gen AI system via OTA upgrade

Rising Auto, SAIC Motor's premium electric vehicle brand, is set to roll out its latest-generation AI system to users in the coming days via OTA upgrade. The upgraded system boasts significant advancements including 22 new features, 43 functional experience optimizations, and expanded high-speed navigation coverage to 205 cities.

Dongfeng Motor sends export train from Xinjiang to Uzbekistan

On July 22, the inaugural departure ceremony for Dongfeng Motor's export train was held at the Alashankou Port in Xinjiang. With the dispatch of departure orders, 249 Dongfeng passenger vehicles set off from Alashankou, embarking on a journey via train to Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

Meraki Integrated completes Series B financing

Shenzhen-based integrated circuit supplier Meraki Integrated recently announced that it has raised over one hundred million yuan in its Series B funding round.

Human Horizons, Huawei Cloud partner on dedicated intelligent driving cloud

On July 21, Human Horizons, the Chinese company that owns the luxury electric vehicle brand HiPhi, and Huawei Cloud signed a strategic partnership agreement focusing on intelligent driving cloud services.