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.

Tesla's first V4 Supercharger station in Asia lands in Hong Kong, China

Tesla on October 10 confirmed the official launch of Asia's first V4 Supercharger station in Hong Kong, China. Located in the Li Yuen Phase 1 in Causeway Bay, the V4 Supercharger station is now operational. The newly inaugurated V4 Supercharger station features longer charging cables to facilitate owners of other brands, with a peak charging power of up to 250kW per vehicle.

Photo credit: Tesla Hong Kong

SAIC-GM-Wuling releases interior images of Xingguang sedan

SAIC-GM-Wuling unveiled the official interior design images of its first sedan, the Wuling Xingguang (Chinese pinyin). The vehicle showcases a minimalist design style and boasts a 15.6-inch large multimedia screen along with an 8.8-inch full LCD instrument cluster. Inside the central multimedia screen, it is expected to run the Ling OS smart interactive system, equipped with intelligent voice interaction and a variety of social and entertainment softwares.

Fisker to open China’s first retail experience store in Shanghai

American electric vehicle manufacturer Fisker revealed plans to open the country’s inaugural Fisker experience store in Shanghai, China, further advancing its business presence in the country. The Shanghai Fisker experience store will be situated on Taicang Road, with the operation anticipated to begin in December 2023 or January 2024. 

Baidu unveils major AI-powered cockpit advancements with ERNIE large model

On October 12, Baidu hosted a media preview for the upcoming "Baidu World 2023" and revealed the latest developments in Baidu Apollo's smart cockpit technology, which is based on the ERNIE large model.

2024 VOYAH Dreamer MPV bags 10,507 fixed orders first day on market

VOYAH, the premium new energy vehicle brand under Dongfeng Motor, announced that the fixed order volume for its 2024 refreshed Dreamer MPV model reached 10,507 units by the end of October 12, the first day of its market launch.

Geely Holding, DRB-HICOM to promote development of Automotive High-Tech Valley in Malaysia

On October 11, Geely Holding and DRB-HICOM Group inked a primary cooperation framework agreement for the development of the Automotive High-Tech Valley (AHTV) in Tanjong Malim, Malaysia.

NavInfo introduces cost-effective autonomous driving system NOP Lite

On October 10, Chinese automotive intelligence solution provider, NavInfo, launched a lightweight autonomous driving system known as the NOP Lite. This system is positioned as an entry-level solution that combines pilot and parking capabilities, offering an exceptional price-to-performance ratio for automakers.

DiDi Autonomous Driving secures investment from GAC Group

DiDi Autonomous Driving, the autonomous driving technology arm of Chinese ride-hailing giant DiDi, on October 12 announced a significant investment from GAC Group.

IM Motors puts full-sized LS6 SUV onto market with official delivery beginning

On Oct. 12, IM Motors, the premium electric vehicle brand co-backed by SAIC Motor, Zhangjiang High-Tech, and Alibaba Group, officially put its third production model, the IM LS6, onto the market. Coming with four trim levels, the new model features a guidance price range of 229,900 yuan to 291,900 yuan.

NETA Auto signs agreement with BNP Paribas for cooperation in auto financing field

On October 12, Chinese new energy vehicle maker NETA Auto and BNP Paribas, the prominent French bank, sealed a deal in Shanghai by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU), forming strategic collaboration in the field of automotive finance, according to a post on NETA Auto's WeChat account.

ZEEKR joins hands with BNP Paribas, Arval to provide users with diverse finance solutions

On October 12, ZEEKR, the premium electric vehicle brand under Geely Auto Group announced it has forged a comprehensive European partnership with BNP Paribas and Arval. This strategic alliance aims to provide ZEEKR users with an array of financial solutions that encompass every aspect of their mobility needs, backed by comprehensive leasing and insurance services.

Lynk & Co 08 PHEV takes 35 days to hit first 10,000-unit production volume since market launch

Lynk & Co, the premium automotive brand jointly owned by Geely and Volvo Cars, announced the Lynk & Co 08 plug-in hybrid electric SUV has seen its 10,000 mass-produced unit roll off the production line, only 35 days after the model hit the market.

BAK Battery launches first semi-solid-state lithium battery product

On October 12, Shenzhen BAK Power Battery Co., Ltd. ("BAK Battery") unveiled its inaugural semi-solid-state lithium battery product series, which has successfully passed rigorous testing, demonstrating its resistance to leakage during short circuits and ignition when pierced by a needle.