1. Multiple BMW Dealers Refuse to Deliver Cars
Recently, consumers nationwide have reported encountering BMW's stringent terms, where previously ordered BMW cars are not being delivered by 4S shops unless an additional payment is made. This mainly affects models i3, ix3, and 3 Series (Lan Jing News).
2. Zeekr May Launch Hybrid Products in the Future
Zeekr Intelligent Technology CEO An Conghui stated that while the company remains focused on the all-electric market, they do not rule out the possibility of launching extended-range hybrid products in the future (Sina).
3. Xpeng Training Hundreds of Volkswagen Engineers
Based on the previous CEA electronic and electrical architecture cooperation project, hundreds of Volkswagen employees have come to Xpeng's headquarters for "interviews and training."
4. Xiaomi Expects to Meet 100,000 Delivery Target by November This Year
Xiaomi's Lei Jun announced that the company plans to meet its target of 100,000 car deliveries by November this year. This month, sales will begin in four new cities: Jinan, Guiyang, Changchun, and Changzhou.
5. Porsche Announces Changes to China Management Team
Porsche announced that Alexander Pollich will assume the role of CEO of operations in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau starting September 1.
6. New Toyota Prado Rolls Off the Production Line
On July 19, the new Toyota Prado rolled off the production line at the Sichuan FAW Toyota factory. The first batch of models will begin delivery soon.
7. AITO M9 Orders Exceed 110,000 Units
On July 19, HarmonyOS Smart announced that cumulative orders for the AITO M9 have surpassed 110,000 units.
8. New Cadillac Escalade Debuts
Cadillac has unveiled the new 2025 Escalade. As a mid-cycle facelift, the new model features a redesigned front end and 24-inch wheels, while maintaining the same basic powertrain.
9. Volvo Cars Q2 Operating Profit Hits Record High
Volvo Cars reported second-quarter revenue of SEK 101.5 billion and an operating profit of SEK 8.2 billion, a record high, representing a 28% increase. The core EBIT margin reached a record 8.1%.
10. EU Stands Firm on 2035 Internal Combustion Engine Car Ban
According to foreign media, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EU's goal of banning the sale of cars that emit carbon dioxide by 2035 remains unchanged.