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On November 6 during the 9th China International Import Expo (CIIE), Panasonic officially launched its new China regional strategy, announced by Masaharu Nakayama, Executive Director of Panasonic Holdings and Chief Representative for China & Northeast Asia. Aligned with China's 14th Five-Year Plan development requirements and the group's 2032 global growth strategy, the initiative focuses on three core business sectors: AI infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, and healthy smart living spaces, while advancing the "China for Global" upgrade to export locally developed mature products and solutions to global markets. In terms of capacity layout, Panasonic has invested approximately RMB 2.2 billion in two major electronic material bases in Guangzhou and Suzhou. The first phase of the new Suzhou electronic material plant is scheduled for mass production in December 2026, with the second phase expected to go operational in August 2028, targeting a global capacity doubling for MEGTRON high-performance multi-layer substrate materials by 2030 compared to 2025. For the advanced manufacturing segment, the RMB 240 million second-phase expansion of the Suzhou Production Technology Plant was completed in 2025, doubling its production capacity, while Tangshan Panasonic's 2026 fiscal year sales are projected to exceed RMB 2 billion.

Land Rover launched three Range Rover special editions on November 5, priced from 1.498M to 3.768M yuan, comprising an unrestricted Westminster, an SV Black Cipher limited to 5 units and an SV Platinum limited to 3. The Westminster slots between the HSE and Autobiography, priced against the 400PS HSE LWB at 1.478M yuan and 400PS AB LWB at 1.799M yuan. Exterior work includes the large shield grille with horizontal mesh inserts and U-shaped chrome edging, intelligent digital LED headlights with 500m beam reach, bonnet shut lines shortened by half, flush door handles blending into the D-pillar, Westminster badges on the fenders and sill plates, and standard 22-inch forged wheels. Inside are semi-aniline leather, exclusive black birch wood trim, 20-way front seats with heating and ventilation, and a static audio system using 21 ultra-thin membranes. Power comes from the 3.0L twin-turbo plus 48V mild hybrid producing 400PS/550Nm with an 8-speed auto and 0-100km/h in 5.7 seconds.

On November 5, the all-new smart #2 was officially launched, offering only one Premium Luxury trim with an official guide price of RMB 102,900 and a limited-time promotional price starting from RMB 99,900. Positioned as a pure electric microcar, it inherits the classic 2-door 2-seat layout of the iconic internal-combustion smart fortwo. Powered by a 60kW rear-mounted single electric motor and a 35.8kWh CATL LFP battery pack, it delivers a CLTC range of 410km and completes 0-50km/h acceleration in 3.8 seconds. Equipped with front MacPherson struts and rear five-link independent suspension, it achieves an ultra-tight 3.35m minimum turning radius. The previously released Gilded Limited Edition, with 999 units allocated respectively for China and Europe, has been completely sold out, and the model will also be launched in the European market later.

The 2027 Zeekr 7X officially launched pre-sales on November 5, offering three trims: Rear-drive Max, Rear-drive Max+ and 4WD Ultra, with a starting pre-sale price of 229,800 RMB. Customers placing orders before the official launch can enjoy a 5,000 RMB discount via the "2,000 RMB pays for 7,000 RMB" exclusive benefit. As a heavily upgraded premium pure electric mid-size SUV, it comes standard with a full 900V high-voltage powertrain architecture, supporting 10-minute 10%-80% DC fast charging. It is also factory-equipped with a LiDAR-based advanced driving assistance system, targeting the 200,000-300,000 RMB high-end family EV market.

Proton has officially unveiled the S70 RS, the twin of the facelifted fourth-generation Geely Emgrand launched in China weeks earlier. The RS suffix stands for "Refined Sportiness," confirmed by Proton deputy CEO Abdul Rashid Musa. Visually, the model gains a bespoke frameless grille with a larger aperture and silver rectangular pins, an X-shaped bumper with honeycomb-mesh intakes and red strips, and a gloss black front splitter. At the rear, the redesigned bumper adds fake corner vents, a honeycomb-patterned valance and X50-style quad tailpipes, while the boot lid spoiler carries over from the MC1 Flagship X bodykit. The cabin features a fully redesigned dashboard similar to the facelifted X50, with an 8.88-inch instrument display and a larger 14.6-inch infotainment touchscreen, while the centre console is carried over from the Emgrand L EM-i, complete with rectangular vents, twin smartphone trays, wireless charging and a Proton eMas 7-style control knob. A steering column-mounted gear selector makes room for these items. Performance is unchanged, with the 181 PS/290 Nm 1.5-litre i-GT turbo four-cylinder and seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission delivering 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds. Pricing is unconfirmed, and the car will be presented on November 10 at a fashion showcase by a renowned local fashion designer.

Geely's Xingyue L PLUS will open pre-sale on November 12 as an all-new mid-to-large SUV. The exterior continues the Xingyue L design language with a shield-shaped waterfall grille featuring heavier chrome trim, a roof-mounted LiDAR, round wheels and full-width taillights with extensive chrome accents on the rear bumper. Dimensions are 4,955×1,960×1,769mm with a 2,900mm wheelbase. Inside, a 30-inch central display pairs with a 10.2-inch instrument cluster, running an 8295 chip with Flyme Auto 2.5 and the Super EVA AI agent, plus a rear ceiling screen, fold-out tables and boss seats. Driver assist uses the Qianli Haohan H5 system with highway NOA, urban NOA and full-scenario parking. Powertrains comprise a 2.0T petrol (213kW) and a 2.0T PHEV with 3DHT (160kW engine).