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Tesla cancels free lifetime access to standard connectivity for Chinese customers

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New Tesla vehicles ordered on and after July 21 will receive free standard connectivity for eight years from the date of first delivery, instead of the previous free lifetime access. The post Tesla cancels free lifetime access to standard connectivity for Chinese customers appeared first on CnEVPost.

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BMW introduces electric 3 Series for Chinese market

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The BMW Group continues to broaden its portfolio of electrically powered vehicles with the addition of the fully electric BMW 3 Series, which will enter the Chinese market in May 2022. With an 11 cm longer wheelbase than a standard 3 Series, the BMW i3 eDrive35L combines a premium rear seat experience with locally emission-free driving.

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Study finds association between air pollution, coronary atherosclerosis in Chinese population

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Their findings also suggests that China may need to revise its standard for one type of pollutant. The study was conducted on 8,867 Chinese adults aged 25 to 92. In 2015, more than 95% of the Chinese population was exposed to concentrations of PM 2.5 —first author, Meng Wang. —Meng Wang. —Meng Wang.

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NIO and Lotus announce plans to co-develop unified battery standards, charging, and swaps

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Lotus Technology and NIO detailed plans to co-develop EV charging and battery swap technologies alongside wishes to create a unified battery standard system. The post NIO and Lotus announce plans to co-develop unified battery standards, charging, and swaps appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News. NIO Inc. ($NIO)

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

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Through this pilot project, we are bringing Volkswagen’s long tradition of precision engineering, design, and innovation to the next level, by developing a premium product that will serve the vertical mobility needs of our future tech savvy Chinese customers. The launch of this stunning validation model—the V.MO—is

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SAIC-GM Connectivity Strategy 2025 lays out roadmap to cloud-based connectivity, autonomy

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SAIC-GM, GM’s Chinese joint venture with SAIC, announced its Connectivity Strategy 2025, which lays out a roadmap for its connectivity development from 2017 through 2025. 2020: Promote connected vehicle (V2X) technology to make mobility safer. 2020: Promote connected vehicle (V2X) technology to make mobility safer.

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Geely launches Methanol Hybrid Emgrand in China market

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Geely recently launched its Methanol Hybrid Emgrand ( earlier post ) in the Chinese market. In addition to the methanol hybrid and sedan, Geely Commercial Vehicles has produced the Farizon M100 heavy truck, which has passed “China VI” emissions standards. Geely also offers a non-hybrid methanol-fueled version of the Emgrand.

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