Tag: electric

Porsche stays steadfast amid rise of startups

Detlev von Platen, a member of the executive board of Porsche for sales and marketing. [Photo/China Daily] Luxury is not something that comes quickly as it involves credibility, said a senior executive of German sports carmaker Porsche. “One word for defining luxury is credibility, which means ‘are you authentic to what you are saying’. This … Continue reading Porsche stays steadfast amid rise of startups

Mercedes-Benz spotlights electric, digital excitements at Auto China show

From left: Mercedes-Benz’s all-new electric G-Class makes its global debut ahead of the Auto China show in Beijing on Wednesday. [PHOTO/CHINA DAILY] On the heels of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s visit to China two weeks ago, German automakers are ramping up their efforts here, as evidenced by an exhilarating presentation by Mercedes-Benz at Auto China … Continue reading Mercedes-Benz spotlights electric, digital excitements at Auto China show

Chinese electric vehicles see more sales in developing countries

Marelli’s booth at the 2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. [Photo/Marelli website] Developing countries have more potential to increase their adoption of Chinese-made electric vehicles once they expand their associated infrastructure in the years ahead, said a senior foreign business leader. Speaking at its booth during the ongoing 2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, David Slump, president … Continue reading Chinese electric vehicles see more sales in developing countries

Global car brands need to catch up, says expert

Xu Changming, an expert at the State Information Center, gives a speech at the seminar organized by Auto Star Works on April 23, 2024. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] International carmakers need to make “major changes” to stay competitive in China, the world’s largest vehicle market, said Xu Changming, an expert at the State Information Center. … Continue reading Global car brands need to catch up, says expert

Chinese electric buses hit road in Malta

Yutong electric buses are seen at a parking lot in Malta’s capital Valletta on Friday. PHOTO/XINHUA VALLETTA — A leading tourist transport operator in Malta has added four electric buses produced by Chinese manufacturer Yutong Bus Co Ltd to its fleet, which is in line with its commitment to go green and curb emissions. Privately … Continue reading Chinese electric buses hit road in Malta

China’s largest listed steelmaker breaks ground on zero-carbon factory

Construction on a zero-carbon steel plate factory began Thursday in the port city of Zhanjiang, a production base in Guangdong’s Leizhou Peninsula. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Construction on a zero-carbon steel plate factory began Thursday in the port city of Zhanjiang, a production base in Guangdong’s Leizhou Peninsula. The project is the first of its … Continue reading China’s largest listed steelmaker breaks ground on zero-carbon factory

Dedicated Xinjiang teams protect electrical lines, birds

A State Grid Xinjiang Electric Power Co team works on the UHV power transmission line in Karamay, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] In Northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, the Manas National Wetland Park is a beautiful place to visit as tens of thousands of cherished birds roost and feed there, making … Continue reading Dedicated Xinjiang teams protect electrical lines, birds

ZF expresses confidence about auto industry’s future in China

ZF operates more than 50 plants, four R&D centers and 240 after-sales service centers in China. [Photo/China Daily] Global technology company ZF remains bullish about the Chinese market, pledging continued investment, innovation and localization efforts in the world’s largest auto market, its CEO said at the China Development Forum on Sunday in Beijing. “China is … Continue reading ZF expresses confidence about auto industry’s future in China

China thrives as center of global brand exports

Visitors look at BYD’s electric vehicle “Sealion” during the 45th Bangkok Motor Show in Bangkok, Thailand, March 26, 2024. [Photo/VCG] China is emerging as an important export hub for international carmakers as they rev up efforts to make better use of their manufacturing facilities: either because of competition from local car marques or the country’s … Continue reading China thrives as center of global brand exports