Overview
- SAIC–GM–Wuling said the Huawei-backed Huajing S has entered a national pilot‑level intelligent factory, positioning the model as the first flagship of their “three smarts” collaboration with a launch targeted for the first half of 2026.
- Huawei executive Yu Chengdong visited Dongfeng for deep talks on HarmonyOS and AI, as their joint Yijing brand’s first model was spotted in extreme cold testing in Mohe and is scheduled to debut on April 24 at the Beijing auto show.
- Xiaomi opened deposits for the new SU7 at 229,900–309,900 yuan, detailing standard lidar and 700 TOPS assisted‑driving compute, while CEO Lei Jun said the car is in its final stage with showroom vehicles arriving before an expected April 2026 launch.
- NIO CEO William Li told staff the company is targeting profitability in the fourth quarter of 2025 and will expand AI across R&D, manufacturing and operations while increasing investment in autonomous‑driving compute this year.
- TSMC reported 2025 high‑performance computing revenue up 48% to 58% of total sales and automotive electronics up 34%, underscoring rising compute demand supporting China’s intelligent‑vehicle programs.