News By Topic: China Auto News

Jeep Brand Debuts Four Design Concept Vehicles at the Beijing Motor Show

Apr 21, 2014

Four Chinese-inspired design concepts push boundaries of Jeep brand Jeep Zi You Xia design concept showcases a sophisticated interpretation of the all-new Jeep Renegade Jeep Wrangler Sundancer brings premium luxury to the iconic model Jeep Cherokee Sageland and Urbane reflect distinctive Chinese inspired personalities ... Continue reading

2015 Lexus NX Compact Crossover Introduces First Twin Scroll Turbo Charger

Apr 21, 2014

BEIJING April 20, 2014; With the addition of two exhaust gas inlets and two nozzles, Lexus welcomes its first twin scroll turbo charger to its powertrain family at the 2014 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. The all-new Lexus NX compact crossover offers the brand’s first gasoline turbo engine in the NX 2 ... Continue reading

Acura Exhibits RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD, a China Premiere, at the Beijing International Automobile Exhibition (Auto China 2014)

Apr 21, 2014

Tokyo, Apr 21, 2014; Acura today exhibited the China premiere of the RLX hybrid version equipped with the Sport Hybrid SH-AWD (Super Handling - All Wheel Drive) system, at the 13th Beijing International Automobile Exhibition (Auto China 2014, press day: April 20, 2014, public days: April 21-29, 2014). Unveiling RLX Spo ... Continue reading

Lincoln Concept MKX Revealed in Beijing

Apr 20, 2014

> The Lincoln MKX Concept, unveiled at Auto China 2014, previews an elegant update to Lincoln’s midsize premium utility vehicle > Well-balanced proportions highlighted by wide shoulders, a sloping roofline and 21-inch wheels create a gracefully athletic presence > Full LED headlamps with strips of dynamic LED sign ... Continue reading

The PinnacleTravel Phantom Showcases in Beijing

Apr 19, 2014

Bespoke is Rolls-Royce and our Chinese customers know it. To celebrate China’s love of travel and the success of Bespoke in China, I am proud to unveil Pinnacle Travel Phantom. This car is a showcase of Rolls-Royce’s pre-eminence in Bespoke design seen through the prism of luxury travel.” Torsten Müll ... Continue reading

BYD will announce G5, Tang and ’542 Technology’ at Beijing Auto Show

Apr 19, 2014

The 13th Beijing International Automobile Exhibition, 2014 is fast approaching. At its press conference at 11am on 20th April on the stand No E301, BYD will unveil a new compact sedan ‘G5′ and the revolutionary plug-in hybrid electric SUV ‘Tang’. In addition, BYD will release the world exclusive â ... Continue reading

GM Delivered 2.4 Million Vehicles Globally in Q1

Apr 18, 2014

General Motors Co. dealers delivered 2,416,028 vehicles around the world in the first quarter of 2014, up 2 percent compared with a year ago. Among GM’s top five global markets by volume, China posted the largest year-over-year sales increase, with deliveries up 13 percent to a record 919,114 units. Sales in the U ... Continue reading

Lincoln Launches in China

Apr 18, 2014

>Lincoln officially introduces its brand to China today, offering an innovative ownership experience unlike any other to meet the evolving needs of today’s Chinese luxury auto customer >Designed specifically for China customers, the brand has created The Lincoln Way – an innovative new model that shifts luxur ... Continue reading

Lincoln Launches in China; Unique Offering for Today's Chinese Luxury Auto Customers

Apr 18, 2014

The Lincoln Motor Company: “As a new brand entering the market in China, Lincoln has the perfect opportunity to differentiate itself by creating a new way of purchasing and owning a luxury vehicle that meets the personal needs of today’s new luxury customer.” >Lincoln officially introduces its brand to C ... Continue reading

SKODA at the 'Auto China 2014'

Apr 18, 2014

SKODA model campaign in China: Doubling the range to six locally produced models Heart of the brand: New Å KODA Octavia launch in China in May 2014 Å KODA range in the compact segment: Å KODA Rapid Spaceback also in China Elegant compact SUV for the city: trade fair premiere of the urban Å KODA Yeti in China Growth ... Continue reading

Volkswagen has released design sketches of the Golf R 400 concept car

Apr 18, 2014

Volkswagen has released design sketches of the Golf R 400 concept car, ahead of its official unveiling at the Auto China show in Beijing on 19 April. As the name suggests, the Golf R 400 is an even more extreme concept version of the already powerful Golf R hatchback, with power increased from 300 to 400 PS. As well as ... Continue reading

The Refreshed Volkswagen Touareg in Beijing

Apr 18, 2014

The redesigned Volkswagen Touareg has made its debut at the Auto China show in Beijing. With a refreshed styling front and rear, new features and trims and greater efficiency, Volkswagen’s rugged yet refined premium SUV is more competitive than ever. The front-end design of the Touareg features larger headlights ( ... Continue reading

Mazda Produces 1 Million SKYACTIVE Cars

Apr 15, 2014

Milestone achieved two years and four months since production of Mazda CX-5 began Full-SKYACTIV models are produced in Japan, Mexico, Thailand and China and sold in over 100 different countries and regions Hiroshima, 14 April 2014. Mazda Motor Corporation has announced that global production of its three full-SKYACTIV ... Continue reading

PEUGEOT accelerating fast in China with a growth of 18.6%

Apr 15, 2014

The popular PEUGEOT 2008 urban Crossover is launched into the growing Chinese market EXALT Concept Car set to wow attendees of the Beijing Motor Show with its combined cultures On a show stand presenting 16 production vehicles and concept cars, PEUGEOT is showcasing the youngest and widest range in its history in China ... Continue reading

Redesigned Buick Enclave Begins Export to China

Apr 14, 2014

Continuing Buick’s global growth, the brand will begin exporting the latest edition of its award-winning Enclave luxury crossover to China. “Last year we set the brand’s global sales record, topping 1 million units,” said Duncan Aldred, U.S. vice president of Buick and GMC. “We want to continue ... Continue reading