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Volkswagen says its first EV will be cheaper than gasoline cars
Volkswagen is preparing to launch the first new electric vehicle ID.3 based on its MEB platform. The company said it plans to deliver 30,000 ID.3 cars "almost simultaneously" and said the car would be cheaper than a gasoline car.
Volkswagen exec says Tesla's tech is 10 years ahead of competitors
Thomas Ulbrich, a Volkswagen board member in charge of the electric vehicle business, said on Thursday that Tesla, a U.S. electric vehicle maker, is 10 years ahead of competitors in manufacturing electric vehicles and developing software.
Geely announces 'Healthy Car' project plan
Recently, Geely Automobile Research Institute released Document No. 2 of 2020, officially announcing the overall plan and phased goals of the "All-round Healthy Car" project.
Samsung's new battery tech may allow EVs to reach 800+ km range
Samsung has recently developed a solid-state battery that allows an electric vehicle (EV) to continue to travel for 500 miles (about 800 kilometers) when fully charged. This technology has greatly increased the power density of EV battery technology.
Hongqi H9, China 'Rolls-Royce', files for regulatory approval
Affected by the new coronavirus epidemic, sales figures of Chinese car companies entering 2020 have fallen almost across the board, but sales of Hongqi, a brand under China's FAW Group, have achieved growth.
BMW i8 electric sports car to be discontinued next month
After producing about 20,000 units, the classic plug-in hybrid sports car BMW i8 will be officially discontinued next month.
China passenger car sales down more than 80% in Feb
In February this year, China's auto output and sales were 285,000 and 310,000, respectively, which were down 83.9% month-on-month and 79.8% and 79.1% year-on-year respectively, according to the China Automobile Industry Association.
China releases autonomous driving classification standards
On March 9, the website of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China announced the recommended national standard for "Automotive Driving Automation Classification", which will be implemented on January 1, 2021.
Geely, China's largest domestic car maker, saw sales down 75% in Feb
The lower sales were mainly due to the disruption caused by the recent outbreak of the COVID-19 in China, the company explained.
How does it feel to take a driverless taxi in China?
Removing the driver from the driving seat brings in a safer, more convenient and more comfortable travel experience.
