At China auto show, EV makers to grapple with autonomous-tech crackdown, launch Tesla ‘killers’

EV makers to grapple with autonomous-tech crackdown, launch Tesla ‘killers’ at Shanghai auto show

As a years-long consumer price war in China drags on, next-generation automated-driving features have become the next front in the battle for vehicle sales and profits

Motor shows always deliver countless new products, with several brands making their debuts and presenting renovations. With China representing an important share of the market, what to expect from the Shanghai event?...

At China auto show, EV makers to grapple with autonomous-tech crackdown, launch Tesla ‘killers’

SHANGHAI (Reuters) -More than 70 Chinese and international automotive brands will showcase more than 100 new or refreshed models at the Shanghai auto show this week, intensifying already cutthroat competition in the world’s premier market for electric vehicles and hybrids. Top-selling Chinese brands such as BYD and Geely are expected to take centre stage at the show from April 23 to May 2, while foreign automakers such as Volkswagen, Nissan, Toy…

VW concept trio previews 30-model assault on Chinese market

ID Era (left) was developed with SAIC; Aura (centre) with FAW; Evo with VW's Anhui base Two new SUVs and compact saloon are aimed at new breed of Chinese buyers, majoring on autonomous capabilities Volkswagen has unveiled a trio of concept cars ahead of the Shanghai motor show, previewing a dramatic expansion of its offerings in the crucial Chinese market. Developed in collaboration with VW’s joint-venture partners SAIC and FAW, plus its sub-div…

Electric buzz surrounds Shanghai Auto Show opening

The world's biggest auto show opens on Wednesday in Shanghai, with foreign carmakers raring to show they can compete against the ultra-competitive Chi...

Auto Shanghai to showcase electric competition at sector's new frontier - Yahoo Autos - WiredFocus

The world’s biggest auto show opens Wednesday in Shanghai, with foreign carmakers raring to show they can compete against the ultra-competitive Chinese firms that dominate the sector’s new electric frontier. As the petrol engine’s primacy stutters, traditional industry expos like Paris and Detroit are scrambling to re-invent themselves — but in Shanghai the era of cleaner engines and AI-powered operating systems will be very much on display alre…