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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.

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.

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.

Official interior images of the all-new WEY Lanshan have been released. Built on the Great Wall H10 platform, this hardcore mid-size SUV offers both 5-seat and 6-seat layouts, powered by a 2.0T ICE + dual-motor PHEV system. It adopts an 800V high-voltage platform supporting 6C ultra-fast charging, paired with a closed dual-chamber air suspension, rear differential lock and 20° bidirectional rear-wheel steering. Equipped with the Snapdragon 8797 cockpit SoC and NVIDIA Thor-U ADAS chip, it is scheduled for official launch within 2026.

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.