Gasgoo Daily: BYD Launches SEAL EV in Japanese Market
BYD has recently introduced its electric vehicle model, the SEAL, to the Japanese market. This new model comes in two variants, both equipped with an 82.56 kWh battery. The rear-wheel-drive version is priced at 5.28 million yen (approximately 240,000 yuan) and has a range of about 640 km. On the other hand, the all-wheel-drive variant costs 6.05 million yen (approximately 275,500 yuan) and offers a range of about 575 km. Local deliveries of the SEAL EV are set to begin by the end of July and August.
GAC Toyota to Host First Technology Launch Conference
GAC Toyota’s Executive Vice President, Wen Dali, has announced that the company will be holding its inaugural technology launch conference on June 28th, in celebration of its 20th anniversary.
Changan Lumin EV Introduces Two New Variants
Changan has unveiled the Lumin Chengfeng and Qihang Edition models to mark the compact EV’s two-year anniversary. These new variants come with upgraded features and are available in two range options: 205 km and 301 km. The starting prices for the Lumin EV are 50,900 yuan for the 205-km version and 57,900 yuan for the 301-km version.
Pony.ai Launches Paid Robotaxi Service at Beijing Daxing International Airport
Pony.ai, a leading autonomous driving solution provider, has launched its paid autonomous shuttle service (Robotaxi service) at Beijing Daxing International Airport. The company has become one of the first in Beijing to secure a commercial pilot license for expressways with a safety operator in the driver’s seat.
Geely-backed AEROFUGIA Secures Series B Financing
AEROFUGIA, a Geely-backed eVTOL developer, has successfully closed its Series B financing round, raising a substantial amount of funding for the company. This financing round represents one of the largest single funding events in China’s low-altitude economy eVTOL sector over the past two years.
FAW Toyota Unveils Locally Developed AVALON Car
FAW Toyota has rolled out its first independently developed new AVALON car at its Chengdu plant, marking a significant milestone for the company.
ZEEKR Receives Road Test Permit for Unmanned Vehicles in Ningbo
ZEEKR, Geely’s premium new energy vehicle brand, has been granted the “Ningbo Intelligent Connected Vehicle Road Test Permit” by Ningbo authorities. This permit allows ZEEKR to conduct road tests for unmanned vehicles in the region.
DENZA Opens First Flagship Store in Hong Kong
DENZA, the premium new energy vehicle brand primarily owned by BYD, has inaugurated its first flagship store in Hong Kong, specifically the DENZA Kowloon Bay Flagship Store.
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