1. 2024 National Used Car Market Volume Reaches 19.61 Million Units

According to the China Automobile Dealers Association, the national used car market reached a total transaction volume of 19.61 million units in 2024, an increase of 1.2 million units, representing a 6.52% year-on-year growth. The total transaction value was ¥1.285 trillion.

2. Nationwide EV Charging Infrastructure Exceeds 13 Million Units

As of January 2025, the number of EV charging stations in China has reached 13.21 million, a 49.1% year-on-year increase. In January, the number of new charging stations grew by 395,000, marking a 49.5% increase compared to the same period last year.

3. January PHEV Exports Grow Faster Than BEV Exports

According to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM), China's total vehicle exports in January reached 470,000 units, a 6.1% year-on-year increase. In terms of new energy vehicles:

4. HarmonyOS and SAIC Cooperation: Shangjie Launches in Shanghai

SAIC and Huawei have signed an agreement to bring Shangjie models to the HarmonyOS Smart Mobility platform. The first vehicle will likely be based on the SAIC Roewe ES39.

5. FAW Plans to Apply Solid-State Batteries in Small Scale by 2027

Wang Deping, Chief Scientist at FAW Group, revealed that FAW began researching solid-state batteries in 2014 and plans to apply them in small-scale production by 2027 for their vehicle lineup.

6. GAC Aion Bawanglong 650 Intelligent Edition Launched

The GAC Aion Bawanglong 650 Intelligent Edition has been officially launched with a price starting at ¥139,800. The vehicle is equipped with a 14.6-inch central touchscreen and the ADiGO 5.0 system. Customers who purchase before February 28, 2025, will enjoy limited-time subsidies of up to ¥33,000.

7. Xiaomi Auto Announces Personnel Changes

Xiaomi has appointed Yu Liguo, Vice President of Xiaomi Auto, to oversee Smart Manufacturing, Factory Operations, and System Operations. Additionally, Huang Zhenyu will continue as the General Manager of the Supply Chain and Quality Department, while Yu Kai will be the new General Manager of the Product Department, and Liu Li will head the Intelligent Cockpit and App Department.

8. GAC Group Fully Launches Integrated Die-Casting

GAC Group has officially commenced operations at its GAC Digi Digital Factory, with a focus on modular integrated die-casting technology. The second phase is expected to complete by October, with a production line capable of producing 100,000 units of front cabin and rear floor die-cast parts.

9. BMW Vision Prototype Car Teaser Image Released

Teaser images of the BMW Vision Driving Experience prototype have been revealed. The vehicle draws design inspiration from the BMW Vision Neue Klasse X concept, and the i3 M-Power version is expected to be part of the new generation of vehicles.

10. Volkswagen Brand Sets 6.5% Sales Profit Margin Target

Volkswagen has set an internal target to increase its core Volkswagen brand's sales profit margin to 6.5%. Previously, the brand's sales profit margin was approximately 2%.