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CnEVPost's coverage of German automakers' business activities in China.
  • Smart recalls 18,217 EVs in China due to battery fire risk

    The move follows a similar recall by its sister brand Zeekr, as well as a recent settlement reached between a Geely subsidiary and a battery supplier.

  • Mercedes in talks to share South African factory with GWM, report says

    Representatives for GWM have presented a production proposal to South African officials, outlining the company's interest in producing vehicles in the country.

  • Mercedes reportedly taps Geely architecture for new global EV platform

    Mercedes-Benz plans to develop a new global compact EV platform based on Geely's electronic and electrical architecture.

  • VW pivots to range-extender tech in China with Mar 16 event for ID. ERA series

    SAIC-Volkswagen will showcase core technologies for its new ID. ERA product line at a tech event on March 16.

  • BMW, CATL deepen partnership on data and carbon reduction

    BMW and CATL will launch pilot projects for trusted data exchange and carbon footprint accounting under the Battery Passport framework.

  • SAIC Audi offers substantial discounts on E5 Sportback

    SAIC Audi is offering limited-time promotions of up to RMB 30,000 ($4,370) on the AUDI E5 Sportback this month, lowering the model's starting price to RMB 205,900.

  • Mercedes recalls 19,481 EVs in China due to battery fire risk

    Beijing Benz is recalling 19,481 locally produced EQA and EQB vehicles to replace their high-voltage batteries.

  • VW Cupra Tavascan exempted from EU tariffs on Chinese EVs as price undertaking accepted

    The European Commission has accepted Volkswagen Anhui's price undertaking for BEV exports, exempting the China-made Cupra Tavascan SUV from import duties.

  • Porsche plans to reduce its dealerships in China by 30% in 2026

    Porsche aims to cut its dealership network in China from 114 outlets to 80 in 2026.

  • Smart #2 prototype concept car to debut at April Beijing auto show

    The production version of the two-seat Smart #2 mini EV will be launched within 2026.