Some Cities in China Are Advertising Exclusive Subsidies for Huawei-Powered Cars

Some Cities in China Are Advertising Exclusive Subsidies for Huawei-Powered Cars

WIRED identified 10 local governments in China that are offering discounts to consumers who choose cars running Huawei software. It’s not always clear who is footing the bill.

Huawei-backed Maextro S800 luxury sedan secures over 8,000 orders 50 days after launch

The Maextro S800 is a luxury sedan jointly developed by Huawei and JAC, with a starting price of RMB 708,000 ($98,600). For details, please visit CnEVPost.

Some Cities in China Are Promoting Unique Subsidies for Huawei-Powered Automobiles

WIRED contacted Huawei to ask about its potential position within the subsidies. Huawei didn’t remark in time for publication. One of many earliest subsidies appeared on-line in March, when the Commerce Bureau of Shenzhen Longgang District—the district the place Huawei’s headquarters are positioned—posted that native automotive patrons can rise up to 4,000 RMB (about $560) for purchasing a automotive that runs on Huawei’s driver-assistance syste…