Pandaily's Digest #20221012
On the afternoon of October 10, XPeng Aeroht’s flying car model, the X2, made its first overseas public flight during the 42nd GITEX Global tech show in the United Arab Emirates.
XPeng’s Flying Car X2 Completes Maiden Overseas Public Flight in Dubai
On the afternoon of October 10, XPeng Aeroht’s flying car model, the X2, made its first overseas public flight during the 42nd GITEX Global tech show in the United Arab Emirates, also its debut journey since the Dubai Civil Aviation Administration issued a special permit for the model.
Chinese Businessman Wang Sicong Indirectly Holds Shares of Digital Collection Platform MintTown
Due to the indirect shareholding of Wang Sicong, a Chinese businessman and the only son of prominent real estate magnate Wang Jianlin, MintTown has become one of the most popular digital collection platforms in China.
Huawei-Backed AITO M7’s Rear Row Reportedly Lacks Heating Function
Some AITO M7 owners have recently claimed that the vehicle’s rear ventilation system cannot generate heat. The customer service staff of AITO confirmed that rear positions in the car model are only capable of cooling, but the heating functions in the front can meet temperature demands for the whole car.
Once Again, Belinda Wong Serves As CEO of Starbucks China
On October 11, Starbucks China announced to employees that Belinda Wong, the chairwoman of the firm, was re-appointed as CEO, and Leo Tsoi, the current CEO, will serve as a consultant to the Chinese management team over the next three months. Leo will focus on store development, marketing, and product innovation.
CATL Reportedly Holds Patent Covering Cell-to-Chassis EV Technology
A previously announced patent for a car chassis with adjustable lengths owned by Chinese battery giant CATL is related to cell-to-chassis (CTC) technology for electric vehicles, and is planned to be implemented before 2025, Cailian Press reported on October 11, citing an individual familiar with the matter.
BYD to Expand Shanghai Battery Factory, Rivaling Local Tesla Gigafactory
According to an official Shanghai government website on October 9, Chinese new energy vehicle and battery giant BYD plans to invest 5 million yuan ($695,778) in an expansion project involving Shanghai BYD Co., Ltd. The eastern Chinese metropolis also hosts one of Tesla’s Gigafactories in its Lingang New Area, Pudong District.
Interior of Zeekr 009 EV Unveiled, to Debut Nov 1
On October 10, Geely’s high-end smart electric vehicle brand Zeekr unveiled the interior of its new Zeekr 009 model, also confirming that it will officially debut on November 1.
XPeng G9 Passes Autonomous Closed-field Driving Test, A First in China
Chinese automaker XPeng announced on October 10 that, in accordance with the requirements in Guangzhou, its G9 model successfully passed the autonomous driving closed-field test, becoming the first mass-produced car on sale in China to pass the test.
NETA Auto Launches U-Ⅱ Model, Starting from $18,162
Chinese electric vehicle startup NETA Auto on October 10 launched its U-Ⅱ model, starting from 129,800 yuan ($18,162). The new vehicle features over 15 upgrades, which include adopting the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip and Horizon Robotics’ Journey 3 chip.
NIO to Introduce Purchasing Option in Four European Countries
Chinese electric vehicle firm NIO officially launched in the German, Dutch, Danish, and Swedish markets last week under a lease-only business model, meaning that customers would not be able to buy NIO cars and would instead have to select a subscription plan. However, firm founder William Li admitted on October 10 that the company had underestimated local consumers’ enthusiasm for buying NIO vehicles and said it will be possible to make vehicle purchases in the four countries.