Chery Unveils the Facelifted Omoda 5 with Russia as the Launch Market
2025/03/12
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Mercedes-Benz Beijing Auto Show Lineup Revealed: New S-Class Debut, All-New GLC EV World Premiere
Mercedes-Benz will showcase two flagship models at Beijing Auto Show: the new S-Class and the locally-produced all-new GLC EV. The S-Class, previously unveiled overseas, features over 50% new or redesigned components, an illuminated grille with self-lighting three-pointed star emblem, and dimensions of 5,304/1,921/1,503mm with a 3,216mm wheelbase. Interior highlights include a 14.4-inch MBUX touchscreen, 12.3-inch passenger display, and rear executive seats. Powertrain options span petrol, diesel, and PHEV, with the S 450 4MATIC delivering 280kW and S 500 4MATIC producing 330kW. The China-built GLC EV will make its world premiere.
Wuling Starlight L Official Images Released: Mid-Large Six-Seat SUV with 2,950mm Wheelbase, 1.5L PHEV
Wuling has released official images of the Starlight L, a mid-large SUV measuring 4,980/1,930/1,760mm with a 2,950mm wheelbase and six-seat configuration. The exterior adopts the new "Lingkong Aesthetics" design language featuring a star-ring full-width light bar with segmented vertical DRLs, active air vents, and Liuzhou landmark branding on the A-pillars. Five colour options include Pine Green, Lake Blue, Ink Bamboo Black, Mountain Silver, and Morning Frost White, paired with 20-inch wheels and Michelin quiet tyres. The rear features full-width taillights echoing the front design, while powertrain comprises a 1.5L plug-in hybrid system.
Chery Rely R08 PRO to Launch April 17: Ladder Frame Chassis, Part-Time 4WD, 2.3T Diesel Powertrain
Chery's Rely R08 PRO is scheduled for April 17 launch as a global intelligent off-road pickup. The vehicle features a ladder-frame chassis, part-time four-wheel-drive system, and a 2.3T diesel engine paired with ZF 8-speed automatic transmission. Exterior highlights include a redesigned rectangular grille with integrated RELY badging, connected headlamps, black plastic cladding, side steps, roof rails, and a snorkel for enhanced off-road capability.
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Geely Galaxy M9 Black Gold Edition Revealed: Dual-Tone Exterior, Debut of Qianli Haohan H7 ADAS
Geely has unveiled the Galaxy M9 Black Gold Edition, a high-specification variant debuting at Beijing Auto Show. Featuring a black-gold dual-tone exterior with exclusive 21-inch hexagonal wheels, the cabin upgrades to Nebula Red upholstery and suede-textured "Soft Cloud" headliner. As the first Galaxy model with Qianli Haohan H7 intelligent driving system, it incorporates a 700TOPS Thor-U chip and NVIDIA DRIVE AGX-based AI BOX supercomputing platform. The standard M9 is a mid-large SUV priced between 183,800 and 248,800 yuan, measuring 5,205/1,999/1,800mm with a 3,030mm wheelbase, offering single-motor and tri-motor PHEV powertrains.
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Leapmotor Lafa5 Ultra Interior Revealed: Darkened Sport Trim, Q2 Launch
Leapmotor has released interior images of the Lafa5 Ultra, a performance variant of the compact sedan scheduled for Q2 launch. The cabin retains the standard design with darkened matte gunmetal grey chrome accents and extensive soft-touch materials, featuring suede-like microfiber headliner and Ultra-branded seatbelts. Sport-oriented upgrades include revised seatbacks, while equipment encompasses front eight-point massage seats with six modes, ventilated and heated seats, plus heated steering wheel.
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WEY New Mocha Hi4 Max Edition Officially Launched: From 185,800 Yuan, Standard 21-Inch Wheels, New Black Knight Variant
WEY has officially launched the New Mocha Hi4 Max Edition, offering two variants—Black Knight AWD and Long Range AWD—both priced from 185,800 yuan. Pre-orders before April 30 qualify for 6,000 yuan trade-in subsidies and two-year interest-free financing. The Black Knight variant features comprehensive blacked-out exterior and interior treatment, while the Long Range edition offers Lijiang Blue and Rime Silver paint with three interior options. Standard equipment includes 21-inch wheels and the latest infotainment system. Dimensions measure 4,881/1,960/1,690mm with a 2,915mm wheelbase.