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.

Hesai Technology, Westwell announce strategic partnership

On July 24, LiDAR supplier Hesai Technology announced a strategic partnership with autonomous logistics solution provider Westwell. The two companies will collaborate on the intelligent application of LiDAR in autonomous driving, port logistics, industrial robots, heavy machinery, and smart cities.

Photo credit: Hesai Technology

Hongqi HS7 PHEV starts at 315,800 yuan in pre-sale

On July 24, FAW Group’s premium passenger car brand Hongqi announced the pre-sale of the Hongqi HS7 PHEV, with prices starting at 315,800 yuan.

Cumulative deliveries of AITO M7 exceed 200,000 units

On July 24, Huawei’s Harmony lntelligent Mobility Alliance announced that the cumulative deliveries of the AITO M7 SUV have surpassed 200,000 units. Last September, AITO launched the upgraded M7 with significant improvements in body, chassis, and intelligence, with the starting price reduced to 289,800 yuan

Chongqing partners with Geely, MEGVII to build AI smart mobility platform

On July 23, the authority of Chongqing Liangjiang New Area signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Geely Holding Group and MEGVII, an AI company focused on IoT scenarios for the development of an AI-enabled open platform.

Dongfeng Automobile Company launches new products in Latin America market

Dongfeng Automobile Co., Ltd. (DFAC), the light commercial vehicle arm of Dongfeng Motor, recently held a successful launch event for new models in Latin America, marking a significant milestone in its global market expansion efforts.

BAIC Group delivers first 300 EU5 electric vehicles to Tajikistan

BAIC Group recently signed an agreement at the BAIC Zhuzhou factory for an order of 1,000 EU5 electric vehicles to be offered to Tajikistan, the automaker announced via its WeChat account.

Geega teams with Hikvision to build smart digital solutions for auto parts companies

On July 22, Geega and Hikvision announced a strategic partnership to advance digital transformation in the automotive parts sector. The duo aims to develop internationally competitive digital solutions to enhance production management and operational efficiency for auto parts companies.

LiangDao Intelligence partners with Japanese Tier-1 supplier for BEV data training

Recently, smart LiDAR solution developer LiangDao Intelligence announced a data business partnership with a globally renowned Japanese Tier-1 supplier.

Infineon to provide chip solution for EVE Energy’s BMS

On July 22, Chinese battery supplier EVE Energy and Infineon Technologies (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. ("Infineon") signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) in Huizhou city, Guangdong province, aiming to leverage their respective strengths to provide enhanced battery management system (BMS) solutions for the automotive market, in a bid to drive the electrification and intelligence evolution of the automotive industry.

NIO launches corporate value system 3.0

On July 23, NIO introduced its Corporate Value System 3.0, updating its mission and vision to better align with current societal and environmental changes. The new mission is "Blue Sky Coming: Shaping a Sustainable and Brighter Future Together," and the vision is to "build a user enterprise where innovative technology meets experience excellence."

Volvo Cars signs tripartite agreement on closed-loop steel recycling system

Volvo Cars recently held a tripartite signing ceremony at its Asia Pacific headquarters in Shanghai with Beijing Shougang Co., Ltd. and Zhejiang Yiyun Renewable Resources Co., Ltd. (“Zhejiang Yiyun”), according to a press release it issued on July 23 via its WeChat account. The collaboration aims to optimize the entire chain of automobile steel production, usage, and recycling, maximizing the efficiency and resource value of steel.

GAC INTERNATIONAL announces foray into Azerbaijani market

On July 12, GAC INTERNATIONAL, GAC Group's arm focusing on its global business expansion, held a grand brand launch event in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, officially marking its entry into the Azerbaijani market.