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2024/09/25
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Refreshed AITO M7 Spied: Longer Wheelbase, First-Ever EV Variant, Pre-orders in August
Spy shots reveal the refreshed AITO M7 adopting M9-inspired styling and introducing its first pure-electric variant. Length grows to 5100 mm and wheelbase to 3050 mm for larger battery packaging. A full-width taillight with AD “blue indicator” completes the rear. Pre-orders are expected to open in August, with CLTC EV range likely exceeding 300 km.
2026 Geely ICON Chocolate Launched: From 7.98 k with Flyme Auto & 1.5TD
On July 11, Geely launched the 2026 ICON Chocolate at a promo price of 7.98-8.58 k RMB. The 4 350 mm compact SUV adds four new colours and keeps the 133 kW 1.5TD+7DCT combo, delivering 6.3 L/100 km WLTC. Standard kit includes Flyme Auto, 14.6-inch screen, heated front seats and Bluetooth smart key.
BYD Launches City EV “Atto 1” in Indonesia: 300 km NEDC, From IDR 250 Million
On 15 July, BYD unveiled the Indonesian-market Atto 1—a rebadged global Seagull—at GIIAS 2025. The city EV packs a 30 kWh Blade battery, 55 kW/135 Nm motor and 300 km NEDC range, priced IDR 250–350 million. Standard kit includes ESC, ABS and cruise control. Public display runs 24 Jul–3 Aug at ICE BSD; BYD Indonesia reports 80–90 % readiness for the event.
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BBA H2 2025 Product Blitz: Mercedes Fields Six, BMW Debuts iX3, Audi Leads with Q6L e-tron
Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi will launch close to ten key models in the second half of 2025. Mercedes brings the 800 V EQA LWB sedan, Shooting Brake and GLC EV with up to 866 km range. BMW debuts the Neue-Klasse iX3 claiming 900 km CLTC and Alibaba’s AI assistant. Audi’s Q6L e-tron, A5L and AUDI E5 Sportback all debut with Huawei ADS. All three deepen Chinese tech partnerships to accelerate electrification and smart-cockpit roll-outs.
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Lynk & Co Z20 Debuts Fiji Green Paint and Set to Add Lower-Power Variant on July 22
Lynk & Co released official images of the Z20 in new Fiji Green and confirmed a new variant launch on July 22. The update is expected to feature a lower-output motor and a reduced price tag versus the current 13.59–15.09 k RMB range. Built on SEA architecture with a 2755 mm wheelbase, the present model delivers 250 kW, 530 km CLTC range and 4.5C fast charging.
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212 T01 Diesel Spotted in MIIT Filing: Boxy Design Meets 2.0 T Turbodiesel, 400 N·m Torque
The 212 T01 diesel has surfaced in MIIT filings. Retaining the rugged 4705×1895×1936 mm boxy body and 2860 mm wheelbase, it offers 40° approach and 36° departure angles. A 2.0-litre turbodiesel delivers 120 kW and an estimated 400 N·m, paired with 8AT and part-time 4WD for improved low-speed off-road performance. Top speed is 160 km/h, kerb weight 2 235 kg, braked towing 2.5 t; 265/70R17 or 265/65R18 tyres and ABS are standard.