The Haval H7 mid-size SUV is the mass-production model of the Haval SC60 concept, which was first showcased at Auto China 2010 in Shanghai. Projected to arrive in showrooms in 2013, it will become Great Wall’s new flagship SUV. With a 2915mm wheelbase, the show car is 4788mm long, 1931mm wide, and 1815mm high. It … Read more
Great Wall Haval H7: 2012 Beijing Auto Show in Pics
May 1st, 2012 | Posted in Auto Shows | Great Wall | New CarsZXAUTO Crossover: 2012 Beijing Auto Show in Pics
May 1st, 2012 | Posted in Auto Shows | New Cars | zhongxingAccording to Zhongxing Auto (ZXAUTO), its all-new crossover, "Dushi Fangzhou" (which literally means "Urban Ark") was inspired by Toyota’s "urban cruiser," although many see it an imitator of Kia Soul. Combining features of a SUV and hatchback, Dushi Fangzhou represents the SUV- and pickup-maker’s first attempt at the mainstream passenger car market. Sitting on a … Read more
FAW Hongqi H7: 2012 Beijing Auto Show in Pics
April 29th, 2012 | Posted in Auto Shows | FAW | New Cars
Hongqi, the luxury brand of FAW Cars, brings four models to the Beijing auto show: H7, H7 PHEV, L7, and L9. Targeting high-level government officials, the H7 executive sedan (previously called C131) will be the first to hit the market. With a projected price range of 260,000 – 450,000 Yuan, it is to arrive in … Read more
Changan Raeton Mid-size Sedan: 2012 Beijing Auto Show in Pictures (3)
April 27th, 2012 | Posted in Auto Shows | changan | New CarsA month after the Eado compact hit the market, Changan debuts an all-new mid-size sedan, the Raeton, previously known by its codename CD101. Like Geely’s emgrand EC8, Changan Raeton is said to be modeled upon the sixth generation Toyota Camry (which is currently sold alongside the seventh generation in China as "Camry Classical"). Sitting on … Read more
Venucia E-Concept, Re-badged Nissan Leaf: Beijing Auto Show in Pictures (2)
April 27th, 2012 | Posted in Auto Shows | Dongfeng | Electric Car | New Cars | Nissan | VenuciaAs the Chinese government demands Sino-foreign joint ventures to be more localized and increase sales of alternative fuel vehicles, Dongfeng Nissan has decided to introduce the all-electric Leaf under the Venucia brand, which was launched in 2010 specifically for the Chinese market. Venucia showcases two models at the Beijing auto show: the D50, a sedan … Read more
JAC Rein II (S2) SUV: 2012 Beijing Auto Show in Pictures (1)
April 26th, 2012 | Posted in Auto Shows | JAC | New CarsJAC showcases 13 new cars and 4 powertrains at Auto China 2012 in Beijing. The Rein II, previously known as BSUV or SII, attracts most attention on JAC’s stand in the W2 Hall of China International Exhibition Center (New Venue). Sharing platform with the J5 ("Heyue"), Rein II has a 2640mm wheelbase and is 4430mm … Read more
Beijing Auto Show Preview: SAIC MG Icon Concept
April 18th, 2012 | Posted in Auto Shows | New Cars | SAIC
SAIC Motor released today a group of images of the MG Icon concept, a sports car to premiere at 2012 Beijing Auto Show. The MG Icon is a compact SUV/crossover built on SAIC’s global ZP platform (which also gives rise to MG3). Its retro style is said to be inspired by the popular sports models … Read more
Beijing Auto Show Preview: Chery TX Concept SUV
April 17th, 2012 | Posted in Auto Shows | Chery | New CarsChery released today two photos of the TX, a concept SUV that is going to debut at the upcoming auto show. With a design inspired by the movement of water, the TX looks curvy and sleek, and is said to anticipate future Tiggos in styling. According to the automaker, the "T" in the "TX" stands … Read more
BYD to Debut Second Generation Dual-Mode Technology with the “Qin”
April 17th, 2012 | Posted in Auto Shows | BYD | Electric Car | New CarsA week before 2012 Beijing Auto Show, BYD offered a preview of ‘Qin," a new hybrid featuring second generation Dual-Mode technology. With a high-voltage e-drive system, the Qin is said to be more energy efficient than the current F3 Dual-Mode (F3DM). Built on an all-new platform, Qin can run as either a pure-electric or a … Read more
Returning to China, Ssangyong to Bring Seven Models to 2012 Beijing Auto Show; Rexton Spotted Testing
March 13th, 2012 | Posted in Auto Shows | New CarsHaving been largely absent from China for three years, the South Korean automaker Ssangyong Motor is preparing to stage an impressive show at 2012 Beijing Auto Show to mark its return to the world’s largest market. Seven models will be showcased: the Chairman luxury sedan in extended and standard versions, a concept, Rexton II, Kyron, … Read more
FAW-GM to Release First Pickup Truck, “Kuncheng,” in July
May 15th, 2011 | Posted in Auto Shows | FAW | GM | New Cars"Kuncheng," the first pickup truck model from the light commercial vehicle joint venture of First Auto Works (FAW) and General Motors, will hit the market in July with a price tag of around 70,000 Yuan, according to David M. Dunahay, President of FAW-GM. Premiered at last month’s Shanghai Auto Show, the double-cab rear-wheel drive Kuncheng … Read more
FAW Besturn B9/90 Concept from Shanghai Auto Show
April 29th, 2011 | Posted in Auto Shows | FAW | New CarsAs we said in the last post, B90, the upcoming Besturn flagship sedan from FAW, will share a platform with the second generation Mazda 6, which FAW produces in a joint venture with Mazda. Just like the B30, it is believed to be undergoing road tests somewhere and make to the Shanghai Auto Show only … Read more
FAW Besturn B30/Go Concept from Shanghai Auto Show
April 26th, 2011 | Posted in Auto Shows | FAW | New CarsFirst Auto Works (FAW) has developed its own sedan lineup, the Besturn series, with the help of its foreign partners. The B50 and B70 share a platform with the first generation Mazda 6, while the upcoming B90 will be a variant of Mazda Ruiyi, the second generation Mazda 6 (we will cover the B90 in … Read more
Geely Englon SC7-RV Concept, TX4 Made Youthful: Auto Shanghai in Pictures
April 25th, 2011 | Posted in Auto Shows | Geely | New CarsLast year Geely showcased a remake of the Englon TX4 (used to be called The London Taxi TX4), the TXN, at the Beijing Auto Show, and described it as a taxicab tailored for the Chinese market. At 2011 Auto Shanghai, the TXN came back in a slightly stretched form as the Englon SC7-RV concept, introduced … Read more
BYD Premiers Ti+DCT on G6 Midsize: Auto Shanghai in Pictures
April 23rd, 2011 | Posted in Auto Shows | BYD | New CarsOn April 19, the first day of the show, BYD Auto unveiled its latest powertrain, a 1.5L turbocharged direct-injection (Ti) gasoline engine matched with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT), and the first model to feature it, the G6 midsize sedan. While similar technology has been used on an array of foreign-brand models, BYD’s Ti+DCT is … Read more
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