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Mercedes-AMG unveiled the AMG GT SUV at its 140th anniversary celebration in Stuttgart – the brand's first native pure EV high-performance SUV since becoming independent, built on the exclusive AMG.EA platform. Positioned as a mid-to-large pure EV high-performance SUV, it directly targets the Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric, with global deliveries starting in early 2027. Three variants are offered: GT 63, GT 55 and GT 53. The GT 63 and GT 55 use three axial-flux motors (1 front, 2 rear) producing a combined 860kW (1,169HP) with ~2,000Nm torque, achieving 0-100km/h in ~2.5s and 0-200km/h in 6.8s at 270km/h top speed. Battery options are 106kWh and 128kWh with 800V architecture delivering up to 700km WLTP range, and 710kW charging adds 450km in just 10 minutes.

The 2027 Tank 500 is set to launch on October 23, with pre-orders now open. Buyers can enjoy a RMB 3,000 deposit discount for RMB 9,000 off the final payment, plus exclusive optional benefits worth up to RMB 12,000. The new model adds the exclusive Danxia Red exterior color, is equipped with the Coffee Pilot 4.0 ADAS system, and offers three powertrain options: Hi4-T, Hi4-Z and 3.0T fuel version, further enhancing its hardcore off-road attributes.

China's MIIT released the 412th batch of road motor vehicle producer and product announcements, with Anhui Zhijie New Energy Vehicle Co., Ltd. on the list. After the announcement period, Luxeed will be approved for independent vehicle manufacturing qualification, allowing it to independently declare vehicle models, manufacture vehicles and bear legal responsibility without relying on Chery as a contract manufacturer. The production address remains unchanged, with capacity transferred from Chery to Zhijie. The independent qualification enhances the company's financing valuation and supply chain autonomy, supporting plans for a future IPO.

On October 19, IM Motors officially launched the "Pre-Double 11 Super Benefit" limited-time purchase campaign. Designated in-stock units of LS6, LS8 and LS9 extended-range models enjoy RMB 10,000-20,000 cash discount, with multiple worry-free packages and 0 down-payment 0-interest financial plans. The campaign runs until October 31. The brand's September sales hit 11,107 units, up 81.8% month-on-month, and the all-new mid-large SUV LS8 NEO EV will be launched within October.

On October 15, the technical seminar for automotive electronic and electrical quality improvement was held in Suzhou. China's first CQEE regulation, jointly developed by CATARC Engineering Research Institute and over 30 industry entities, was officially released. Covering 5 dimensions and 101 verification scenarios, it fills the domestic standard gap in this field, and will promote the industry's quality management from passive rectification to full-process active control.

Dongfeng M-Hero officially announces that the M-Hero X700, a mid-size PHEV SUV co-developed with Huawei Qiankun, will be launched on October 25 with pre-sale price range of RMB 249,800-289,800. It is equipped with Huawei Qiankun ADS 5 intelligent driving system and HarmonyOS cockpit, featuring industry-first off-road NCA navigation assist, targeting both urban commuting and light off-road scenarios.