Lamborghini's First EV Set to Deliver Up to 2,000 PS, Based on Porsche-led Platform
2025/03/12
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BYD All-New Yuan Plus Interior Revealed with Minimalist Design and New RWD Pure-Electric Platform
BYD has revealed the interior of the all-new Yuan Plus, adopting a minimalist design philosophy that abandons the previous generation's controversial personalized elements such as guitar-string door handles. The vehicle is built on a new rear-wheel-drive pure-electric platform with flash-charging technology. Interior upgrades include a larger instrument panel displaying surrounding traffic information, a head-up display, expanded central touchscreen with additional speakers, and a column-mounted shifter freeing up center console space for wireless charging while retaining physical buttons. Exterior dimensions grow to 4,665×1,895×1,675mm with a 2,770mm wheelbase, featuring semi-flush door handles, customizable D-pillar panels, and 18/19-inch wheel options. The rear adopts dual-section high-mount stop lamps and streamlined full-width taillights.
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smart Concept #2 Design Sketches Revealed, Two-Seat City Car Pays Homage to Classic fortwo
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All-Electric Mercedes-Benz C-Class Debuts, Targets BMW i3 Rivalry
Mercedes-Benz has officially debuted the all-electric W520 C-Class, the second model on the MB.EA platform following the GLC EV. The launch variant C400 4Matic features dual-motor AWD with 360kW (489PS) and 800Nm, achieving 0-100km/h in four seconds and a top speed of 210km/h. Equipped with a 94kWh lithium-ion battery, it offers up to 762km WLTP range and supports 800V architecture with 330kW DC fast charging, enabling 10-80% recharge in 22 minutes. Dimensions increase significantly over the W206, with a 97mm longer wheelbase at 2,962mm, enhancing cabin space. Additional RWD and AWD variants will follow next year, with the longest-range RWD version estimated at approximately 800km.
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Geely Auto Group's First Native Robotaxi Prototype to Debut at Beijing Auto Show with L4 AI Digital Architecture
Geely Auto Group will debut its first native Robotaxi prototype at the Beijing Auto Show on April 24, developed on the Geely L4 AI Digital Architecture integrating WAM World Action Model and L4 autonomous driving technology. The vehicle features breakthrough onboard computing power and perception hardware capabilities with physical AI integration. Teaser images suggest an MPV body structure with star-ring lighting. During the show, Geely will showcase its Global AI 2.0 and Global Safety 2.0 technology systems across Zeekr, Lynk & Co, Galaxy and China Star brands, with a dedicated tech ecosystem booth featuring Super Eva, Qianli Haohan G-ASD 4.0 and Intelligent Egg Cabin innovations.
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212 Brand Unveils Beijing Auto Show Lineup: New Full-Size SUV Debut, T01 Facelift and Tanjingzhe 01 Pickup Launch
212 has announced its Beijing Auto Show lineup, debuting its first full-size SUV on a new technical platform alongside the launch of the 2026 T01, T01 Changfeng variant and Tanjingzhe 01 pickup. The new SUV retains classic 212 design elements including a clamshell hood, flared wheel arches and rugged body lines while emphasizing spatial practicality and intelligent features. The 2026 T01 receives configuration updates, with the Changfeng edition adding professional modification equipment. The previously revealed three-door, four-seat T10 short-wheelbase variant with classic side-hinged tailgate and removable roof may also make its appearance.