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On April 27, Dongfeng Nissan launched its first mid-high-end pure electric sedan, the N7, priced between 119,900 and 149,900 yuan with five configurations. The N7, built on the "Tianyan Architecture," offers over 600 km range and features an intelligent driving system. It includes premium features like AI smart seats, a dual-zone fridge, and a 2.5K HD touchscreen. The mid-large sedan has dimensions of 4930×1895×1487mm and a wheelbase of 2915mm.

On April 23, Star Charge made a strong appearance at the Auto Shanghai 2025 with the theme “Value to Green: Accelerating Zero-Carbon Living into the V2G Era.” As the world's top-selling charging station brand, Star Charge showcased its innovative achievements in smart energy, including the Home PV-Storage-Charging Green Energy System, the world's fastest automatic charging robotic arm “Armstrong,” and the 2-megawatt liquid-cooled ultra-fast charging product. These products and technologies cover multiple scenarios such as home, outdoor, and public charging, promoting zero-carbon living to new heights.

NIO has completed the delivery of its 100,000th vehicle in Shanghai, becoming the first Chinese brand in the city with an average transaction price over 300,000 yuan and 100,000 users. In 2024, NIO delivered 221,970 vehicles, a year-on-year increase of 38.7%. The company's annual revenue reached 65.73 billion yuan, up 18.2% year-on-year, with the vehicle gross margin rising to 12%. In 2025, NIO will launch several new models, including the new ES6 and ET5, and the Firefly brand vehicle will be launched in April.

The 2026 Audi Q4 e-tron Sportback mid-cycle refresh has been spied in testing, featuring comprehensive upgrades to its exterior, interior, and powertrain. The exterior will see adjustments to the headlights' internal structure, front bumper design, and grille decorations. The interior will be equipped with a curved screen combining a 1.9-inch instrument cluster and a 14.5-inch infotainment display, enhancing the vehicle's tech and luxury appeal. Based on the MEB platform, the new model is expected to feature a larger battery pack for improved range and charging speed. The vehicle is set to be unveiled in Q4 2025 and hit overseas markets in mid-2026.

On April 30th, Aston Martin unveiled the DBX S, the new flagship SUV in the DBX series. The vehicle is equipped with a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine from the Valhalla supercar, delivering 727 horsepower and 900 Nm of torque, with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of just 3.3 seconds. The exterior features a more aggressive design, including a black honeycomb grille inspired by the DBS 770 Ultimate and an eye-catching quad exhaust setup at the rear. The interior adopts an exclusive "S" theme, with standard Alcantara material and optional carbon fiber roof and semi-aniline leather. Additionally, the DBX S has achieved a weight reduction of 47 kg through lightweight design, and it offers 23-inch magnesium alloy wheels and a carbon fiber roof.

On April 29th, Renault officially announced that its new compact SUV will be named "Boreal." This vehicle is a key product of Renault's "2027 Global Development Plan," designed for over 70 markets outside Europe, and is expected to be launched in Brazil and other Latin American countries in the coming months. The name "Boreal" is inspired by French, symbolizing harmony and the fusion of strength with nature. The Boreal is likely to be based on the Dacia Bigster, with a similar size and compact SUV positioning. Powertrain options are expected to include both pure electric and plug-in hybrid versions.