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Guangzhou, September 16, 2025 – The Audi E5 Sportback has been officially launched with four models: Pioneer, Pioneer plus, Pioneer quattro and Flagship quattro, starting at 235,900 RMB. Audi E5 Sportback is the first model of the new AUDI brand. It is more than just a car, it is a declaration that there is no need to compromise between German engineering heritage and cutting-edge digital innovation in China. It seamlessly integrates the AI-powered Smart Cockpit and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems into Audi’s commitment to aggressiveness, agility, luxury and safety.” As the debut of Audi’s new EV design language in China, the Audi E5 Sportback, through five rounds of user research, combines two classic Audi body forms, the coupe and the wagon, to create a highly futuristic styling that fits the pursuit of China’s pioneering new energy users. The interior is based on structured architectural aesthetics, adopting a clear horizontal layered layout, and organically integrating natural wood with comfort and technology. Inheriting Audi’s reputation as a “light factory”, the E5 Sportback is the world’s first to utilize the “Star Diamond Light Curtain” design, which integrates with aerodynamic components and sensors to form an integrated technological grille, demonstrating the aesthetic advancement in the digital era. The new generation of Audi E5 Sportback’s super-sensory interactive digital cockpit combines China’s first intelligent electric technology to better understand Chinese users. The new AUDI OS operating system is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 automotive-grade chip, and with “natural interaction, at your fingertips” as the core, it brings iPhone-style car-machine interaction experience, interpreting Audi’s forward-looking insights into the future of human-machine interaction. The Audi Assistant in the center of the cockpit, relying on the deeply customized Volcano Engine large language model “Doubao”, is like Siri of iPhone, capable of powerful semantic understanding, multi-round dialogue and car control interaction, and it is the first to realize the black technology of voice cloning, creating a unique voice partner. The Audi Wisdom Island in the central armrest area is similar to Apple’s touch bar, integrating more than 50 customizable quick and blind functions. In the field of assisted driving, Audi is the first luxury automobile brand to reach in-depth cooperation with Momenta, a top Chinese technology company, and the two sides have jointly developed the industry’s first “German Driving DNA+ End-to-End Flywheel Model” program, which comprehensively covers urban, high-speed and parking scenarios. SAIC Audi puts forward the concept of “Assisted Driving” for the first time, providing three assisted modes: Soft, Agile and Standard, which not only fully adapts to the diversified driving preferences of Chinese users, but also ensures that even in the assisted state, it still continues to be a pure Audi driving control texture, so that the car “understands” what handling is. The Audi E5 Sportback is officially launched. Audi E5 Sportback injects Audi’s proud sporty gene into the pure electric era. Equipped with front and rear permanent magnet synchronous dual motor system, it generates 787 hp and 800Nm of peak torque, and achieves the ultimate performance of accelerating from 0-100km/h in just 3.4 seconds. Trained by Audi’s 100-year driving data model, the quattro has evolved in the electric era to be the same as the mechanical quattro, but faster and smarter, with the full-blooded quattro taking on a new look in purely electric form. At the same time, the E5 Sportback is equipped with CDC variable damping and air suspension, Brembo four-piston high-performance brake calipers, and progressive steering and rear-wheel steering, combining sporty tension with luxurious comfort. The arrival of the Audi E5 Sportback marks a complete innovation and transcendence of the traditional luxury brand in the field of intelligent pure electric power, and will further accelerate Audi’s electrification strategy in China and continue to empower Chinese customers with high-end electric mobility.

On September 11, Arcfox officially launched its first model in the A0 class pure electric market – Arcfox T1. The new car was launched in five versions, with a factory-guided price range of 62,800 yuan to 87,800 yuan. The price of 62,800 yuan makes people’s eyes bright, but also brings a lot of surprises in space, handling, design and safety, as if it is tailor-made for young people who pursue quality life. Walking into the world of Arcfox T1, you will first be attracted by its ingenious design of “A0-class body, B-class car space”. Don’t look at its small and exquisite appearance, once you open the door, the spaciousness brought by the long wheelbase of 2770mm will instantly amaze people. The front seats can be easily put down, and the rear seamlessly spliced into a comfortable bed, whether it is a lunch break or camping overnight, can easily deal with. Not to mention the car’s 32 storage spaces and large trunk, from children’s toys to family luggage, all can be loaded, so that travel becomes more relaxed. Driving Arcfox T1 is like having a caring driving assistant. 360° panoramic image plus 540° stereoscopic panoramic image makes every corner underneath and around the car clearly visible, so that even novice drivers can easily deal with various parking problems. The only 50-meter tracking reversing function in the same class is to make the mistake of entering a dead end become a thing of the past, a key operation, easy to return to the original way. What’s more commendable is that the black technology of “turn as you wish” allows the long-wheelbase T1 to make a U-turn on a narrow road, so that the city can be shuttled with ease. The design of Arcfox T1 reveals the pursuit of quality life everywhere. The avant-garde and fashionable appearance, together with the agile and glittering headlights and penetrating LED light bands, make people unforgettable at a glance. Inside the car is even more unique, million-class luxury cars with the same type of high-grade leather package, simple but without losing the sense of technology interior design, so that people seem to be in the future of the cabin. The 2.34m² panoramic canopy, the largest in its class, brings the romance of stargazing into reality. Safety is the firm commitment that Arcfox T1 gives to every passenger. Aurora battery adopts high-strength keel frame technology, and a number of test standards far exceed the new national standard, even up to 96 times higher, which really makes the battery safe and worry-free. The car body adopts high-strength cage design, and the application of 1500MPa high-strength steel in key parts provides a solid mobile safety fortress for the whole family. Coupled with a full range of airbags and collision automatic unlocking function, every trip is a peace of mind. For pure electric vehicles, range has always been the focus of consumer attention. Arcfox T1, however, dispels people’s concerns with its class-leading 425km of true range. It can easily cope with a weekly commute with just one charge. Moreover, its charging speed is also very fast, the power from 30% to 80% in just 16.9 minutes, a cup of coffee time can make the car full of blood. The launch of Arcfox T1 not only brings new vitality and choices to the A0-class pure electric market, but also wins the favor of many young consumers with its affordable price, over-the-top spatial enjoyment, flexible driving and control experience, exquisite design details, and hard-core safety and security. In this fast-paced era, Arcfox T1 is working with young people to open a new chapter of exquisite pure electric life.

Thinking about importing cars into Kenya? Looking beyond traditional markets like Japan? China has rapidly become a global powerhouse in automotive manufacturing, offering Kenyan buyers incredible value, diverse options, and increasingly reliable vehicles. This guide breaks down everything you need to know about importing vehicles from China to Kenya successfully. Why Import Cars from China? Key Advantages for Kenyan Importers: Understanding the Kenyan Import Landscape: Policies & Regulations Before placing an order, understanding Kenyan regulations is CRITICAL: The Step-by-Step Import Process: From China to Kenyan Roads Key Considerations & Pro Tips: Conclusion: Unlocking Value from China Importing vehicles from China to Kenya offers a compelling path to accessing modern, affordable, and diverse automotive options for your business or personal use. Success hinges on meticulous planning, understanding the complex Kenyan regulations (especially KESVS compliance and taxes), partnering with a reliable supplier in China, and using a competent Kenyan clearing agent. By following this guide, doing thorough due diligence, and budgeting accurately for all costs, you can confidently navigate the import process and leverage the significant advantages the Chinese automotive market offers Kenyan buyers.

For Tanzanian entrepreneurs and businesses looking for affordable, diverse, and technologically advanced vehicles, importing directly from China offers a compelling opportunity. This guide breaks down everything you need to know – from policies to practical steps. Why Import Cars from China? Key Advantages Understanding Tanzania’s Import Policies Step-by-Step Import Process 1. Find a Reliable Supplier 2. Negotiate Terms & Ship 3. Prepare Documentation Essential paperwork includes: 4. Clear Customs in Tanzania 5. Register & Operate Pro Tips for Success Frequently Asked Questions Q: Can I import electric vehicles from China? A: Yes! EVs like BYD Dolphin or GWM Ora are popular. Reduced duties may apply under Tanzania’s green initiatives. Q: How long does shipping take? A: 30–45 days from Shanghai to Dar es Salaam. Q: Are Chinese cars reliable in Tanzania? A: Brands like Chery and Foton have service centers in Dar. Opt for models with local parts support. Key Resources Start Your Import Journey Today! With careful planning and the right partners, importing cars from China can unlock huge value for your Tanzanian business. Connect with suppliers, calculate costs, and tap into one of the world’s most dynamic auto markets.

Are you a Rwandan business owner or individual looking to source reliable, cost-effective vehicles? Look east! Importing cars directly from China offers significant advantages for the Rwandan market. This comprehensive guide will navigate you through the policies, benefits, and step-by-step process of importing vehicles from China to Kigali and beyond. Why Import Cars from China to Rwanda? China isn’t just the world’s largest car manufacturer; it’s become a powerhouse offering compelling benefits for Rwandan importers: Understanding Rwandan Import Regulations & Policies Before shipping, understanding Rwanda’s regulatory landscape is crucial: The Step-by-Step Import Process: From China to Rwanda Here’s a breakdown of the key stages: Pro Tips & Important Considerations Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Drive Your Business Forward! Importing vehicles directly from China presents a tremendous opportunity for Rwandan businesses to access affordable, diverse, and increasingly high-quality transportation solutions. While the process involves steps and regulations, careful planning, thorough research, and partnering with experienced professionals make it entirely achievable. Ready to explore your options? Begin researching reputable Chinese manufacturers and connect with experienced freight forwarders today! Have questions about importing a specific vehicle type? Share them in the comments below! Disclaimer: This guide provides general information. Regulations, duties, and procedures change. Always consult directly with the Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA), Rwanda Standards Board (RSB), and professional customs clearing agents for the latest, project-specific requirements before importing.

This year’s much-anticipated model in the car circle, Xiaomi YU7, was officially listed, with a total of three models and a price range of ￥253,500-￥329,900($35,700-$46,500). At the same time, the official announcement of the car’s listing rights and benefits for consumers to bring more car purchase benefits. Appearance design and size Xiaomi YU7 is hot and very influential in the 2025 car market. The car, in the style of a coupe SUV, is not simply a stretched SU7, but has been redesigned with over 90% of its components optimized. It is available in as many as nine color schemes to fully satisfy young people’s pursuit of individuality. Xiaomi YU7 is positioned as a medium-large SUV, and the entire vehicle size follows the 532 standard, with a length, width and height of 49,999,961,600mm, and a wheelbase of 3,000mm, and the body is self-effacing with a wide-body effect and a sense of athletic muscularity. Appearance, it has a powerful shape of hollow water drop headlights, the only embedded penetrating air ducts in the same class, with electric in-turn door handles, close the door handle automatically turned inward, close the door automatically closed, halo tail lights simple and three-dimensional, recognizable degree is very high. In addition, it is the only SUV in its class with 10 sets of penetrating air ducts, with 19 air outlets and 40 wind resistance optimization, wind resistance coefficient is as low as 0.245, which effectively improves the vehicle’s range. Interior Design Entering the interior, in addition to the same steering wheel and large-size center control screen as SU7Ultra, the most striking feature is the industry-first Sky Screen panoramic display system. The system adopts panoramic curved projection technology, with three Mini LED screens below the front windshield, embedded with ultra-black display coating, providing a 1.1m ultra-wide panoramic display with 108PPD ultra-retina-grade high-definition display, 1,200nits visual peak brightness, and global 903 zoned light control. The left and right sides of the sky screen can also display the blind spot image when turning, without having to look down at the center control screen, more practical and efficient. At the same time, Xiaomi Auto provides 5 types of information cards for the sky display, and car owners can freely combine them according to their needs. Intelligent cockpit Xiaomi YU7 is newly upgraded with a four-in-one domain control module, equipped with a third-generation Snapdragon @8 mobile platform with a 4nm process, which significantly improves the speed of the car to open and run, and also reduces the time of OTA upgrades, with the fastest time of only 15 minutes. Xiaomi ecology is also further upgraded, the main and passenger sides of the dual side threaded port added 27W power supply, can be connected to the wireless cell phone charging panel, the whole car there are also 9 hidden magnetic suction points, tissue boxes, glasses cases and other items can be instantly sucked, and support magnetic physical buttons, can be tied to dozens of functions of the whole car. To ensure a luxurious and comfortable experience, the interior of the new Xiaomi YU7 is 100% soft-wrapped in high-frequency contact interior surfaces, and the entire car is equipped with Nappa leather seats that are both wraparound and supportive. The front row provides dual zero-gravity seats, supporting one-key recline; the rear row is 135 luxury electric seats, the angle can be adjusted at will, and is equipped with a small refrigerator and a rear control screen that can be taken separately. Space is a major advantage of Xiaomi YU7, the whole car has 1970L large storage space, especially the 141-liter front trunk, which is not only large, but also easy to use, and the hood supports a variety of automatic opening methods, such as voice (need to record voice prints), outside the car buttons and cell phone sensors. Safety performance Xiaomi YU7 inherits the usual high safety of SU7 and further upgrades it. The body skeleton is the first to use 2200MPa Xiaomi super-strong steel, which increases tensile strength by 40% and yield strength by 24% compared to mainstream 1500MPa hot-forming steel. Crash beams have been strengthened, and the front and rear doors have improved load-carrying capacity and energy-absorbing performance over the 1500MPa ones. In addition, Xiaomi YU7 also adopts an embedded roll cage, also using 2200MPa Xiaomi super-strong steel, which is embedded into the A-pillar and B-pillar through a hot air expansion process, which increases the load-carrying capacity of the A-pillar and B-pillar by 35% and 70.5%, respectively, and protects the passengers’ safety more securely in the event of a body rollover. Chassis Xiaomi YU7 is equipped with front double-wishbone and rear five-link independent suspension and continuous damping variable damper as standard, and the middle and high end also have closed air springs, which support active adjustment of the softness and hardness of the height, and the Xiaomi intelligent chassis also realizes the road pre-scaler. Assisted driving Although Xiaomi YU7 started late, it is catching up fast. The car comes from the factory with a 10 million clips level of assisted driving end-to-end large model, which has caught up with the current first echelon. The whole system is equipped with a new generation of NVIDIA Thor in-vehicle computing platform, the highest arithmetic power of 700TOPS, standard LIDAR, the furthest effective point cloud distance of 200 meters, in the dark light environment can also see more clearly, but also can accurately identify shaped obstacles. At the same time, the whole system is equipped with 4D millimeter wave radar as standard, which improves the safety of traveling in rainy and foggy weather, and applies camera ALD coating technology to effectively reduce glare and ghosting, adapt to a variety of complex environments, and realize smarter and safer assisted driving. Power and range The standard version of Xiaomi YU7 is rear-wheel drive, and both Pro and Max are 4WD, corresponding to ultra-long-range rear-wheel drive, ultra-long-range 4WD and ultra-long-range high-performance 4WD. The standard version is equipped with a Xiaomi V6s motor, with a maximum power of 235 kW, peak

On August 25, 2024, the Chinese ambassador to Algeria, Li Jian, revealed an important piece of information in a written interview with the local media, Le Messager: Chinese automotive companies such as JAC, Chery, Geely and others plan to introduce advanced technologies in Algeria and carry out localized production, and their products will not only be sold locally in Algeria, but also exported to third countries. Behind this news is Algeria’s ambitious vision to restart its auto manufacturing industry, inspired by the growth of neighboring Morocco’s automotive industry, which has already attracted the attention of many international automakers, including these Chinese automakers. This article is the eighth in a series of “Algeria Business” articles by the China-Algeria Industrial Research Institute (CAIRI), which provides an in-depth introduction to industrial policies, laws and regulations, industry trends, market demand, competitive landscape and potential deal opportunities in China-Algeria investment, trade and engineering construction sectors. Although JAC, Chery and Geely have yet to obtain manufacturing licenses, their investment and market trends in Algeria have attracted widespread attention. We will delve into the investment information and leads of these three Chinese automakers in Algeria, and how the increasingly close economic and trade exchanges between China and Algeria have laid a solid foundation for the Chinese auto industry to enter the Algerian market. JAC’s New Layout in North Africa On January 7, 2016, a signing ceremony was held in the Algerian capital for the KD plant of Algerian light trucks, which is a cooperation between JAC and local dealers. This is the first time for JAC to disclose the official landing of its first light truck KD plant in the African continent, which is expected to bring new vitality to the automobile market in the region. According to JAC’s official introduction, the KD plant is expected to have a first-phase capacity of 10,000 units/year, and will mainly produce new-generation light trucks and small trucks to meet the requirements of new regulations in Algeria. These new products will be safer and more energy-efficient, aiming to meet the local market’s demand for high-quality light trucks. Since 2011, JAC has become the leader in Algeria’s light truck market, ranking first in market share and first in terminal sales among Chinese auto brands. According to statistics, JAC exports more than 6,000 light trucks to Algeria every year. By the end of 2016, JAC has obtained access certification for 14 products in the Algerian market, covering N721 wide-body and narrow-body light trucks, high-end small truck series, as well as a variety of models such as refrigerated trucks, vans and dump trucks. However, although the signing ceremony of the KD plant has been held, more details about the actual operation of the plant have not been disclosed. According to some sources, the KD plant has not yet been officially put into production. This means that JAC’s KD plant project in Algeria may still be in the preparatory or preliminary construction stage, and this signing ceremony may mark the official launch of the project. This time, the Chinese ambassador reconfirmed the news of JAC’s market layout in Algeria, indicating that JAC’s local plant’s production and operation will further move towards reality. Chery accelerates its entry into the Algerian market In November 2023, the Algerian news agency published a report titled “Chinese car brand Chery starts selling in Algerian market”, revealing the latest market movement of Chery in the country. According to the report, Algeria’s Minister of Industry and Pharmacy said that Chery Automobile will operate in 30 provinces across Algeria and offer seven different models to consumers. Not only that, but Chery Automobile Co. also plans to build a brand new car manufacturing plant in Bordj Bou Arreridj with its Algerian partners. This plant is expected to have an annual capacity of 24,000 vehicles. Chery said that they will gradually increase the production capacity of this plant over the next three years, with the goal of increasing it to 100,000 vehicles per year. It is worth noting that the new plant will not only meet the needs of the Algerian domestic market, but also take on the task of exporting cars to other North African countries, further expanding Chery’s market share in the North African region. Looking back at history, Chery’s layout in Algeria has long been underway. According to previous reports, in February 2018, the “Chery Algeria plant KD production line shipping ceremony” was held in Wuhu, Anhui Province, China, marking the official opening of the road of assembly and production of China’s own brand of automobiles in Algeria. Compared with the KD assembly plant at that time, the production scale of the rumored new plant will undoubtedly be even larger. Geely Automobile proposes to invest $200 million to build a plant At the end of 2023, Geely Automobile Algeria’s Deputy General Manager Mohamed Gharbi revealed in an interview with local media Al-Sharq (Kada Orient) that Geely Automobile plans to build a brand-new automobile factory in western Algeria, with an estimated investment amount of $200 million, and that the factory’s annual production capacity will reach 50,000 vehicles. According to Mohamed Gharbi, the establishment of this new plant will be predicated on the production of Geely’s first model, the Geely GX3, or Geely Vision X3. He revealed that the official production of this model will begin in 2026 under the terms of a bilateral partnership between the Algerian automobile company Sodivam and Geely. This means that the Geely Algeria plant will be officially operational in 2026 and its initial production capacity will soon reach 50,000 units per year. It is worth mentioning that by the end of 2023, Geely had successfully opened the channel for exporting complete vehicles to Algeria and obtained the qualification for exporting complete vehicles to Algeria. This qualification has undoubtedly laid a solid foundation for Geely’s further expansion in the Algerian market. Geely’s performance in the global market in recent years has become more and more eye-catching, and its layout in the Algerian market also appears to be particularly

On June 10, 2025, FAW Toyota bZ5, which is positioned as the “Toyota Super Sense of Space and Time Capsule”, was officially launched. The new car first introduced 550 JOY, 550 PRO, 550 PRO Intelligent Edition, 630 PRO Edition, a total of 4 versions, priced at 129,800 yuan($18200), 139,800 yuan($19700), 159,800 yuan($22500), 159,800 yuan($22500) (including manufacturers’ policies); and provide a comprehensive value of up to 38,000 yuan of the eight enjoyment of the privileges. 4 versions of models, interpretation of the “five-dimensional core values” In April this year, FAW Toyota held a technical conference for the new bZ5 in Shanghai, unveiling its five-dimensional core values: full-angle face value, full guardian safety, full road driving assistance, full immersion intelligent cabin, full protection QDR. 4 versions of the car are set up for different user groups, all of them have these five-dimensional values, but each with its own characteristics, and there will always be one that suits you. Although the 550 JOY is the entry-level version, the start is a surprise. This version has a CLTC 550km true range and a powerful 200kW motor. The intelligent cockpit is advanced, with a large 15.6-inch center control screen that operates silky smooth, 5G cell phone mapping to connect in the car in seconds, and AI voice control for everything. Comfort configuration surprises constantly, 1.44 square meters panoramic canopy large field of vision, 3300 watt V2L external discharge function transformed into a mobile power station, PM2.5+CN95 air filtration system to protect the fresh air inside the car; external mirrors heated and folded, keyless entry and other practical configurations are not a few.BGM high-definition reversing image, so that novices can also be easy to park. In terms of intelligent driving assistance, millimeter wave radar, ultrasonic radar, intelligent camera and other hardware are available, and also equipped with Toyota TSS Intelligent Driving Safety’s 10 safe driving assistance functions. One of the main selling models, the 550 PRO, pushes safety to the limit. In particular, it is equipped with an in-vehicle biomonitoring system, which allows for full vehicle monitoring. When a child is forgotten in the vehicle, it will activate the dual flash and siren alerts within 10 seconds, and the air conditioning will be automatically activated within 5 minutes and the user will be notified through the mobile app. In addition to safety, the 550 PRO is upgraded in all aspects. 21-inch oversized wheels with LED front through-contour lamps, the turnover rate is explosive; multi-layer soundproof front windshield with silver-plated + Low-E coated panoramic sunroof, which not only brings translucent visual enjoyment, but also insulates ultraviolet rays and infrared rays. When unlocked at night, the exterior rearview mirror illumination light automatically lights up, and the sense of high class is directly pulled full. Intelligent cockpit plus, 15.6-inch center control screen, support more than 200 APP, navigation, catch up with the drama, office, shopping, all in one, the bezel is so narrow that it can be almost ignored. The digital key + FACE ID face recognition unlocking is full of technology, and the TSS Intelligent Safety adds seven more safe driving assistance functions such as PKSB intelligent parking assistance. Comfort configuration is comprehensive and rich, leather seats with delicate touch, passenger electric seat 6-way adjustment, front seat heating, rear seat armrest with cup holder design, leather steering wheel with first-class grip. 256-color ambient light switching at will, wireless charging of cell phones in the front row with the release of charging. Intelligent driving assistance function is more all-round, 5 millimeter wave radar, 6 ultrasonic radar, 4 surround view camera, the hardware configuration is top; PVM panoramic monitoring system 360 ° no dead angle monitoring vehicle status. The 550 PRO Intelligent Edition, which is one of the main selling models, is equipped with Toyota Pilot Intelligent Driving Assistance constructed by Momenta 5.0 Urban Assisted Driving System + TSS Intelligent Safe, which covers all road conditions in urban areas, highways and parking. The hardware of 550 PRO Intelligent Driving Edition is also ceiling-level, equipped with 1 LIDAR, 5 millimeter-wave radar, 12 ultrasonic radar, 4 surround-view cameras, 4 side-view cameras, 2 front-view cameras, 1 rear-view camera, and 1 fatigue monitoring camera; the hands-off monitoring in the Driver Motion Disengagement Monitoring adopts capacitive sensing steering wheel technology, which is more accurate than ordinary torque sensing; the High Precision positioning unit makes navigation error lower. In addition to the ultimate intelligent driving assistance, 550 PRO Intelligent Edition comfort configuration is also pull full, such as the steering wheel heating function, cold season warm hands more warm heart, to point to see the surface, visible intention. The fourth version of 630 PRO, designed for users who love long-distance travel, the version of the range increased by another 80km; at the same time, thoughtful design can be seen everywhere, such as long-distance travel trunk high utilization, with position memory function of the electric tailgate, can be said to be thoughtful and in place. At the same time, all four versions have “full-angle face value”, with Reboot as the concept, the appearance design will be a perfect blend of future technology and sports aesthetics, the pursuit of “the first glance of the heart”. In addition, the safety is throughout the whole series of models, collision safety has implemented 115 severe conditions; the whole series has 9 SRS airbags; battery safety has energy-absorbing body, non-electrical shell, lower integrated cooler, “insulated” coolant, multiple battery monitoring and other five-fold protection; braking safety realizes four major redundancies of brakes, parking, steering and electronic control. Braking safety realizes four major redundancies in braking, parking, steering and electronic control. “4 New” Thinking, Interpretation of the “New Power of Joint Ventures” bZ5 is the first brand-new product developed by FAW Toyota’s Chinese team under Toyota’s RCE system, and it is the starting point of Toyota’s localization strategy, which is of great milestone significance. Mr. Dong Xiuhui, Secretary of the Party Committee and General Manager of FAW Toyota Motor Sales Co., Ltd. said at the press conference, “bZ5 is a new product proposal

“Maextro S800 is a beginning of China’s smart manufacturing towards high-end, bringing together the most courageous forces of China’s automotive industry.” Huawei executive director and terminal BG chairman Yu Chengdong said. Recently, as a joint Chinese automobile industry top power to create the flagship of the times Maextro S800 officially listed, priced at 70.8-101.8 million yuan(about $100,000 to $150,000). According to reports, Maextro S800 deeply integrates cutting-edge technology and aesthetics to reshape the value standard of ultra-luxury sedans in the four core dimensions of design, experience, performance and safety. In terms of body design, Maextro S800 body adopts 6C4B paint process, which has been refined through 170+ processes to achieve zero-order difference color separation waistline effect. The thickness of the body paint film reaches 230μm, with a mirror surface index of 96.3%. It also provides four types of wheels: 21-inch 25-hole Sunburst, 20-inch 12-hole Moonburst, 20-inch 30-spoke Starburst and 20-inch Low Wind Resistance Wheel, which condenses technology and art in every detail. In terms of color, there are six exclusive body colors available, including four double-patch colors and two solid colors, bringing diversified choices for users. It is reported that Maextro S800 creates a comfortable cabin with a body size of 5480×2000×1542mm, a wheelbase of 3370mm and a 3.4m² flat floor. The interior cabin is designed in a neutral way, integrating classical and modern styles, with a one-piece ring triple screen as the visual core, paired with Huawei’s presence head-up display system, with an imaging area of 76 inches, integrating road navigation, reversing image and parked movie watching functions. It is worth mentioning that the Maextro S800 cabin debuts the intelligent variable star roof, presenting a sky full of starlight, the Big Dipper and meteor shower special effects. The original intelligent light tracing system and full-area surround ambient lighting light up the sense of ceremony of users in the car. Meanwhile, Maextro S800 is also equipped with the industry’s first ActiveSafe Dual Zero Gravity Seat, which adopts an innovative active safety design and links ADS to realize autonomous adjustment of seat posture. Inside the car, the door armrests, seats and center island can realize graphene constant temperature heating. In addition, Maextro S800 debuts the HUAWEI SOUND ULTIMATE HUAWEI YUE CHANGE EXTRAORDINARY SERIES audio system with 7.5.10 independent sound channels, 43-unit speakers and 2,920W of surging power. The first 4-seat, 4-young headrest audio, 10-sky sound channel and space sound split track model, so that the sound accuracy is 54% higher than the traditional, to realize the immersive listening experience of each one is an independent concert hall. Maextro S800 also has innovative intelligent electric doors, linking millimeter-wave radar and solid-state lidar, which can intelligently sense dynamic and static obstacles and automatically adjust the opening angle, with a maximum opening angle of 77°, and support for hand gestures to open and close the doors in the air. As the industry’s first autonomous intelligent digital chassis, Maextro S800 is equipped with the Turing Dragon platform, which is a unique full-domain convergence architecture, with a minimum decision-making link delay of less than 1ms, and a 10-fold increase in processing power. Maextro S800 also adopts front double-wishbone and rear five-link independent suspension design, and is equipped with dual-chamber air suspension, continuous variable damping damper and multi-wheel steering control as standard, which brings revolutionary experience enhancement of ultra-mobility, ultra-flexibility, ultra-comfort and ultra-safety. In terms of operation, Maextro S800 accelerates to zero 100 in 4.3s with pure electric dual motors, 4.7s with extended-range triple motors, and 4.9s with extended-range dual motors. four-piston calipers with electro-hydraulic synergistic braking, with a 100-percent zero braking distance of 34.5 m. Equipped with a dual-brake controller and a dual-chip wheel-speed sensor, the vehicle is equipped with self-adaptive torque adjustment and power distribution to realize full-dimensional comfort and synergistic control. Road condition adhesion sensing, realizing adaptive slip rate control. Wading depth of 500mm. ±12° rear wheel steering technology, maximum crab angle of 16°, turning radius of only 5.05m. In terms of safety, Maextro S800 adopts a new basalt body architecture design, with 1500MPa+ thermoforming steel accounting for more than 24%, ultra-high-strength steel and aluminum content accounting for more than 92%, and adopts C-NCAP five-star standard of China National Automobile Center (CNAC) and C-IASI 3G+ standard design of Maextro. 10-horizontal and 9-longitudinal body structure, 2000MPa reinforced one-piece door ring, side roof with a maximum load bearing of up to 16 tons, and torsional stiffness of 53300 tons for the whole vehicle. Torsional stiffness of 53300N-m/deg. Integrated aluminum alloy die-casting process, 3-gang rear bumper and aluminum alloy energy-absorbing structure, crashworthiness is 5 times higher than the national standard. The car is equipped with 13 airbags and a four-fold door locking mechanism with ADS linkage unlocking, which builds a passive protection barrier from the structural source. Equipped with Huawei Giant Whale Battery Platform 2.0, with five layers of hard-core protection at the bottom, high-security thermoelectric separation architecture, double large-surface liquid-cooling plate, thermoelectric separation to prevent high-pressure short-circuits, and a twofold increase in the rate of temperature reduction to comprehensively safeguard the safety of the battery.

Recently, BYD officially launched a time-limited “one-bite price” or time-limited subsidy promotional activities, involving a total of 22 Smart Driving Edition models on Dynasty and Ocean networks, with a maximum subsidy of up to 53,000 yuan. Specific models price reduction On May 23rd, BYD Ocean Network officially announced the launch of a limited time one-bite price activities, its Seagull, Seal 05DM-i, Seal 06DM-i, Dolphin, Song PLUS DM-i and other models guide price reduction. Among them, the seagull limited time one-bite price of 55,800 yuan (about $7800), seal 05DM-i limited time one-bite price of 59,800 yuan (about $8400), dolphin limited time one-bite price of 77,800 yuan (about $10,900). The biggest price drop belongs to the Seal 07, which is priced at 102,800 yuan ($14,400) for a limited time, a discount of 53,000 yuan (about $7,500) compared to the previous guide price. In addition, BYD Dynasty Network also launched the “618 rush to buy” activities, in which the price of Qin PLUS DM-i after the discount is as low as 63,800 yuan (about $9,000), Song Pro DM-i after the discount is as low as 89,800 yuan (about $12,600), and the price of Yuan UP after the discount is as low as 84,800 yuan (about $12,600), and the price of the Song Pro DM-i after the discount is as low as $89,800 (about $12,600). Prices start as low as 84,800 yuan ($11,900), Han EV prices start as low as 154,800 yuan (about $21,800) and Tang DM-i prices start as low as 154,800 yuan (about $21,800) after discounts. Are the price cuts real? It should be noted that the limited-time one-bite price offered by BYD Ocean includes national replacement subsidy and BYD replacement subsidy. And the limited time one-bite price launched by BYD Dynasty also includes BYD’s replacement subsidy. Combined with BYD’s limited-time one-bite price and the previous situation, this price reduction is false, although it is said to be a price reduction, but the removal of the state and BYD’s replacement subsidies, in turn, the price is up. In other words, for those who want to import BYD cars from China, the price hasn’t changed much because they can’t benefit from China’s subsidy and BYD’s replacement subsidy. The purpose of BYD’s one-bite price According to media reports, behind the big promotions, BYD is trying to push ahead with its 2025 sales target. This year, BYD’s sales target is set at 5.5 million units, an increase of nearly 30% year-on-year, with an overseas sales target of about 800,000 units. According to BYD’s production and sales data, from January to April this year, BYD’s cumulative sales of new energy vehicles totaled about 1.38 million units, completing about a quarter of the annual sales target. In April 2025, BYD’s cumulative sales totaled 380,089 units, up 21.3% year-on-year, of which 372,615 passenger cars were sold, up 19.4% year-on-year. In terms of specific data, BYD Auto Dynasty and Ocean Net sold 347,053 units, up 16.5% year-on-year; Equation Leopard sold 10,039 units, up 375.8% year-on-year; Tengshi sold 15,388 units, up 38.4% year-on-year; Ranging Auto sold 135 units; and 78,705 units of passenger cars and pickup trucks were sold overseas, up 91.9% year-on-year. On April 25, BYD released its quarterly report, showing that its revenue in the first quarter of 2025 was 170.36 billion yuan, an increase of 36.35% year-on-year; net profit was 9.15 billion yuan, an increase of 100.38% year-on-year. For the reason of performance growth, BYD mentioned in the financial report, mainly due to the growth of new energy vehicle business. In the first quarter of this year, BYD’s cumulative sales of new energy vehicles totaled 1,008,000 units, an increase of 59.81% year-on-year; of which 206,000 units of new energy vehicles were sold overseas, an increase of about 110% year-on-year.