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Audi designs urbansphere concept for Chinese megacities

Green Car Congress

Audi has unveiled plans for the Audi urbansphere concept car. Designers and engineers initially created the Audi urbansphere for use in traffic-dense Chinese megacities, although the concept is also suitable for any other metropolitan center in the world. Its grand dimensions—5.51 meters (18 feet) long, 2.01

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CATL moves to improve its battery tech in Chinese EVs

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Limited (CATL) aims to improve battery technology in Chinese vehicles and increase cell production in China. Recently, the Chinese battery supplier announced plans for its first plant in Beijing to supply Li Auto and Xiaomi’s electric vehicles (EVs). Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. CATL will supply batteries to Li Auto and Xiaomi.

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2024 LDV Chinese electric ute to take on Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux with big power, style and tech

EV Central

A world apart from the largely underwhelming eT60 that’s sold in small numbers, the yet-to-be-named newcomer is expected to leverage the latest electric tech that debuted on the eDeliver 7 and eDeliver 9 vans. LDV plans to shake up the ute market with its upcoming all-electric dual-cab that hits Australian roads late in 2024 or early 2025.

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Volkswagen Group China unveils its first eVTOL passenger drone prototype: V.MO

Green Car Congress

Volkswagen Group China unveiled its first electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) passenger drone prototype, as part of its strategy to explore and break new ground in fully electric and sustainable individual mobility concepts. With a luxury X-wing configuration of 11.2m With a luxury X-wing configuration of 11.2m

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Zeekr X tackles Model Y with sub-$30,000 price, tech twists

Green Car Reports

Chinese automaker Geely's Zeekr brand this week unveiled its third model, a nearly Tesla Model Y-sized crossover that will sell for less than $30,000 in its home market. The Zeekr X follows the 009 van and the 001, a hatchback based on a concept originally badged for Geely's Lynk & Co.

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TTTech Auto expands in China with MotionWise software platform for automated driving

Green Car Congress

The new TTTech Auto branch in Shanghai will bring its expertise and the series proven safe vehicle software platform, MotionWise , to car manufacturers, Tier 1 suppliers and partners to the rapidly developing Chinese automotive market. Asia is one of the most important growth regions.

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Nissan Arizon Concept previews a China-bound EV, debuts at Auto Shanghai

EV Specifications

The Nissan Arizon concept, created by a Chinese team leveraging Nissan's global EV expertise, is designed to serve as a multifunctional partner for China’s drivers. Bringing an exciting new EV experience to China, the Arizon has an impressive exterior design and a richly appointed cabin that exudes a warm, high-tech glow.

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