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Wu Bing Appointed SAIC Volkswagen General Manager: Major Personnel Reshuffle at SAIC

In late July 2026, SAIC Group and its core divisions including Volkswagen, GM, Passenger Vehicle, and IM Motors simultaneously released personnel appointment and removal information, involving 27 executive positions and CEO changes at 4 vehicle companies. Wu Bing, former General Manager of SAIC Passenger Vehicle and CEO of Rising Auto, was appointed General Manager of SAIC Volkswagen, marking the largest personnel adjustment in SAIC Group in recent years.

60237 days ago

CaoCao Inc. and Dazhong Transportation Partner for Shanghai Robotaxi Services

CaoCao Inc. and Dazhong Transportation signed a strategic agreement on August 3 to jointly explore Robotaxi services in Shanghai and the Yangtze River Delta. CaoCao will lead the full-stack technology solution while Dazhong contributes urban operating capabilities, starting with demonstration operations and gradually advancing toward commercialization.

40937 days ago

Denza Z9S Pre-sale Opens: From GT to S, Product Matrix Strategy Emerges

The Denza Z9S opened for pre-orders on August 3, featuring a single-motor version with 1,100 km CLTC range and a tri-motor variant delivering 1,210 horsepower with 2.68-second 0-100 km/h acceleration. Priced between 319,800 and 389,800 yuan, the Z9S forms a dual-track layout with the Z9GT, jointly interpreting Denza's "tech-luxury" brand philosophy.

39837 days ago

CATL Announces RMB 6.18 Billion Interim Dividend, Setting New Benchmark for A-Share Manufacturing

CATL unveiled its 2026 interim cash dividend plan, proposing a distribution of 14.11 yuan per 10 shares (including tax), based on 4.38 billion shares outstanding, totaling approximately 6.18 billion yuan. This signals a strategic shift for the lithium battery giant, balancing operational focus with long-term shareholder returns.

48637 days ago

Do Consumers Really Want Less Tech? — 2026 Automotive Consumer Preference Survey

The 2026 automotive consumer survey reveals that overly complex in-car technology is becoming a negative factor in purchase decisions. Over 60% of respondents stated "I don't need more features, just ones that work well." Simple, intuitive interaction design, reliable mechanical quality, and reasonable maintenance costs are regaining core importance.

44837 days ago

Battery Cascade Utilization Crackdown: 100 Companies Removed from White List, Industry Shake-up Begins

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, jointly with multiple departments, issued a notice to strongly rectify the battery cascade utilization industry. 100 companies were removed from the white list, with only 20 meeting regulatory standards. The rectification covers environmental protection, safety, and recycling systems, expected to impact over 5 billion yuan in ongoing capacity.

35137 days ago

July NEV Penetration Hits 64.5% Record High, Chengdu Becomes China's Top Car Sales City

In July 2026, China's new energy vehicle penetration exceeded 64% for the first time, reaching 64.5%. Chengdu sold 82,456 units, surpassing Shanghai and Beijing to become the nation's top car sales city. PHEV share rose to 38%, becoming the core driver of penetration growth.

52137 days ago

Tina's Talk: The Next Transformation Window for the NEV Industry

In 2026, China's new energy vehicle industry stands before a new transformation window. This is not simple volume growth but systemic restructuring. From diversified powertrain competition to the commercialization tipping point of intelligent driving, from reverse exports by joint ventures to global output of Chinese standards, the industry is undergoing a deep shift from "scale expansion" to "value reshaping."

18737 days ago

China's First Mandatory National Standard GB 44721 for Autonomous Driving Published, L3/L4 Vehicles Required to Be "Licensed" from 2027

Mandatory national standard GB 44721—2026 has been officially released, scheduled for implementation on July 1, 2027. The standard includes a dedicated 17-page safety archive appendix and requires automakers to establish an SMS safety assurance system covering the full lifecycle. It is China's first mandatory national standard targeting L3/L4 autonomous driving.

67737 days ago

NIO's Qin Lihong Predicts: China's NEV Market Structure at an Inflection Point, 75% Penetration by 2027

NIO co-founder Qin Lihong stated at the 2026 China Automotive Forum that China's NEV market is shifting from "policy-driven" to "market-driven," with NEV penetration potentially exceeding 75% by 2027. Premium NEV brands will continue to expand market share, with intelligence becoming the core variable in the next phase of competition.

40537 days ago

FANGCHENGBAO Third Anniversary: From 0 to 500,000 Units — The Leopard's Speed and New Species Evolution

FANGCHENGBAO celebrated its third anniversary with cumulative sales exceeding 500,000 units, becoming BYD's fastest-growing premium sub-brand. The DMO super hybrid off-road platform and Yunnian intelligent chassis are its core technical moats, with the BAO 5 and BAO 8 establishing market benchmarks in the 300K and 500K yuan price bands respectively.

30037 days ago

Beiqi Foton Deepens Smart Commercial Vehicle Strategy, Products in 130+ Countries

Beiqi Foton, China's commercial vehicle leader with the most comprehensive product lineup, has continuously pushed industry boundaries over 30 years. On August 25, 2026, Gasgoo will organize a supplier delegation for deep technical exchanges with Foton's R&D and procurement teams.

51145 days ago