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Chery Fulwin E05 is a new electric sedan for China

The Fulwin E05 will be available in EV and EREV variants, priced around the 21,100 USD range.
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Chery Fulwin E05 is a new electric sedan for China​


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Dong Yi Chen

August 31, 2024


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At the 2024 Chengdu Auto Show, Chery unveiled its Fulwin E05 under the Fulwin (or Fengyun in Chinese) series. The new car is expected to be priced at around 150,000 yuan (21,100 USD) and will be offered in both EV and EVER variants.


In the front, the closed grille paired with the slender sharp headlights on both sides and raised ribs on the hood are highly recognizable. A roof-mounted lidar is also present. The Chery Fulwin E05 will come standard with advanced driving assistance capabilities such as memory parking and high-speed navigation.

From the side, the car body adopts a fastback shape. Other notable design elements include frameless doors, hidden door handles, and interesting rim shapes.


The vehicle that appeared at the Chengdu Auto Show was equipped with 245/45 R20 Pirelli tires. Additionally, it is reported that the wheelbase of the Chery Fulwin E05 will reach 2900 mm and the length will reach 4800 mm.

At the rear, the taillights adopt a through-type design, with the “FULWIN” logo added between the light groups. At the same time, the panoramic sunroof is integrated with the front and rear windows.

Inside, the cockpit is minimalistic and layered; a large area is wrapped in soft materials. There is a rectangular instrument panel behind the flat-bottom steering wheel, a suspended central control screen, and hidden air-conditioning outlets. In addition, the ambient lighting decoration effect on the dashboard, center console, door trims, and carpet are eye-catching.


Furthermore, the interior is expected to come with an in-vehicle refrigerator and an “AI emotional smart cabin” with four modes, which is likely along the line of sleep mode or relaxing mode as an example.

At this time, the specific power and interior parameters have not been officially announced, we’ll watch closely for more details.

Last year, Chery restarted the Fulwin series, and in less than a year, it launched four new cars, namely Fulwin A8, T6, T9, and T10, and plans to launch a total of 11 models in two years. The Fulwin T11 is also expected to launch at this year’s Chengdu Auto Show.

Source: Chery Fulwin Weibo, DongCheDi
 
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Ora canceled White Car and Black Cat small EVs due to losses, despite strong sales

GWM's Ora CEO talks about cancelling the Black Cat and White Cat small EVs due to making a loss despite good sales on the models.
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Ora canceled White Car and Black Cat small EVs due to losses, despite strong sales​


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Mark Andrews

September 2, 2024


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For most producers, selling 20,000 cars of a model a month would be seen as a success, but in the case of Ora an EV brand from Great Wall Motor, such sales meant a loss. This was the explanation Dong Yudong, CEO of Ora, gave for the discontinuation of the Black Cat and White Cat small electric hatchbacks over the last couple of years.


In an interview, Dong explained the decision and outlined the economics. Although the Ora brand has had monthly sales in the region of 20,000 for the Black Cat and White Cat models, according to Dong, the brand lost 10,000 yuan (1,400 USD) with each sale. He says that the monthly loss was more than 200 million yuan (28 million USD) which was unsustainable for the brand.

The cost of what in China is known as the three electric systems, which consist of the battery, motor, and electric control unit, accounts for most of the vehicle’s cost. In the case of the Black Cat and White Cat models, this can be as much as 90% of the cost, while the battery alone can account for 40 to 60%.


From such sales figures, it would appear that the two models were successful, but their culling is an indication of the ferocity of the market competition. It also shows that with the decrease in subsidies, it is very difficult for companies to make a profit, particularly on small EVs. It is also perhaps further vindication for the charge from the EU and the US, among others, that China does not sell EVs for their true cost. It is also not the first such admission from a Chinese insider, we previously reported that Song Zhiping, president of the China Association of Listed Companies state that the only new energy vehicle companies that made a profit were BYD and Li Auto.

The Ora Black Cat, originally known as the Ora R1, was produced between 2019 and 2022. It is diminutive, measuring 3495, 1660, and 1560 mm (l/w/h) and having a wheelbase of just 2375 mm. The White Cat is only slightly bigger, measuring 3621, 1660, and 1520 (l/w/h) and having a wheelbase of 2490 mm. The car was produced from 2020, and according to our information, sales ceased possibly as far back as 2022.

Editor’s note:​

It is strange that Dong only recently made these comments in an interview, seeing as the production of both the Black Cat and the White Cat ended a few years ago. At the same time, he made some counterintuitive comments, Claiming that in the next five years, sales of EVs with a length of more than 4.6 meters would decline and those of A0 size cars would increase in the next three to five years. What this means, given that he now believes such cars are competitive, is not clear.


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Geely Geome Xingyuan revealed in official images as BYD Dolphin rival

The 4.1-meter electric car with up to 114 hp and a 410 km range will enter China this year to rival the BYD Dolphin.
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Geely Geome Xingyuan revealed in official images as BYD Dolphin rival​


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Denis Bobylev

September 2, 2024


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Geely revealed official photos of the Geome Xingyuan funky electric hatchback. It is the latest addition to the brand’s Geome line. The 4.1-meter electric car with up to 114 hp and a 410 km range will enter China this year to rival the BYD Dolphin.


Geome was previously known as Geometry. It was initially an independent brand under the Geely Group. However, disappointing sales volume resulted in turning the Geometry brand into the Geome series under the Geely brand. Nowadays, its model line comprises six cars: Panda Mini, Panda Knight, G6, M6, E, and A. Soon, the Xingyuan hatchback will become the latest addition to the Geome line.

Geely Geome Xingyuan official images​

Geely released official images of the Geome Xingyuan EV on September 2. It follows the new design language first adopted by the Geome model. It has a roundish styling with a sleek body, raindrop-shaped headlights, flush door handles, and a blackened roof. The rear end of the Xingyuan has the “Geome” inscription, a spoiler, and oval taillights.


Other features of the Geome Xingyuan exterior styling are flush door handles and fuzzy four-spoke rims. It has plastic trim all over the lower part of the body. Its overall styling looks like a mix of Wuling Bingo (see specs) and Smart #1 (see specs). So, the Xingyuan looks ordinary for its class. However, its design is still eye-catching with black-beige body shade.

Inside, the Geome Xingyuan makes a loud statement it is a city car. It has an illuminated city view pattern on the center console and door cards. Another feature of the Xingyuan is a two-spoke D-shaped steering wheel, a small LCD instrument cluster, and a sizeable suspended main screen. Its center tunnel has two wireless charging pads, a small gear shifter, two cup holders, and a small storage compartment.

Geely officially shared that Xingyuan adopts the Flyme Auto OS from the Meizu phone maker. Its controlling stake was acquired by Geely in 2022. The main features of the Flyme Auto OS are a high integration with Meizu phones, wide customization options, games support, and a built-in AI assistant.


Geely Geome Xingyuan specs​

The Geely Geome Xingyuan applied for the sales license on July 10 in China. Its dimensions are 4135/1805/1570 mm with a wheelbase of 2650 mm. It is 10 mm longer and 35 mm wider than the BYD Dolphin (see specs). However, the BYD’s EV has a 50-mm longer wheelbase. The curb weight of the car lies in the 1215 – 1285 kg range.

The Geome Xingyuan has an 11-in-1 electric drive. The entry-level trim of the Xingyuan EV adopts the TZ160XS001 electric motor from GLB Power for 58 kW (78 hp). Its top speed reaches 125 km/h. The more powerful variant has the TZ160XS002 from the same manufacturer for 85 kW (114 hp). The top speed of this hatchback is 135 km/h.

The Geely Geome Xingyuan has two LFP batteries made by CATL on board. Among them, the first pack offers a capacity of 30.12 kWh, suitable for 310 km of CLTC range. The second variant is a 40.16 kWh battery for 410 km. The Geely Xingyuan will enter the market this year with a starting price of around 80,000 yuan (11,250 USD).

Source: Geely
 
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Kaiyi unveiled the X7 iHD, e-Qute 02, and X3 Pro EV for overseas markets

The three models will be sold to markets such as Central Asia, Eastern Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, and Central and South America in the future.
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Kaiyi unveiled the X7 iHD, e-Qute 02, and X3 Pro EV for overseas markets​


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September 2, 2024


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On September 1, Kaiyi unveiled three models for the overseas market, namely, the X7 iHD (Chinese market name: Kunlun iHD International Edition), e-Qute 02 (Chinese market name: Shiyue International Edition), and X3 Pro EV (Xuanjie Pro EV International Edition), at the 2024 World Power Battery Conference held in Sichuan, China. The three models will be sold to markets such as Central Asia, Eastern Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, and Central and South America in the future.


Kaiyi’s overseas market strategy​

Kaiyi’s 2+4+3+4 strategy focus on 2 core markets, expands into 4 major regions, penetrate into 3 regions, and deplpy in 4 large regional markets.

2 core markets: establish a foothold in Central Asia and Eastern Europe.


4: expand into Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa, and Central and South America with existing gasoline-powered vehicles.

3: penetrate the right-hand drive markets in Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and Europe with new energy vehicles.

4: further expand the quality and quantity of sales channels in the Central and South American regions in Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina; in the Asian market, focus on Thailand and Pakistan.


X7 iHD​

The Kaiyi Kunlun X7 iHD is a plug-in hybrid mid-size SUV with a length, width, and height of 4738/1968/1708 mm respectively, and a wheelbase of 2820 mm. The exterior and interior designs of the car are the same as that of the Kaiyi Kunlun iHD. Both the 5-seat and 7-seat layouts are available.

The interior is equipped with a 12.3-inch full LCD instrument panel, a 14.6-inch central control screen, a D-shaped steering wheel, and decorated with ambient lighting.

Power comes from Kaiyi’s plug-in hybrid system consisting of a 1.5T engine and dual electric motors, mated to a DHT, with a comprehensive torque of 523 Nm, power of 252 kW (338 hp), and a 0 – 100 km/h acceleration time of 7.7 seconds. Its 22.48 kWh CATL lithium iron phosphate battery pack provides a CLTC pure electric range of 150 km and a CLTC comprehensive range of 1200 km. For reference, the current domestic version on sale is powered by BYD FinDreams’ plug-in hybrid system.

e-Qute 02​

Different from the domestic version on sale, the e-Qute 2 has cancelled the rear doors.

The interior adopts a right-hand drive layout. For reference, the Kaiyi Shiyue entry-level trim is powered by a front electric motor, with a maximum power of 35 kW (47 hp) and a peak torque of 87 Nm, paired with Gotion High-Tech’s lithium iron phosphate battery pack, providing a CLTC range of 201 km, and does not support fast charging. The high-end trim is equipped with a 40 kW (54 hp)/110 Nm electric motor, paired with CATL’s lithium iron phosphate batteries, offering a CLTC range of 301 km, and supports fast charging.

X3 Pro EV​

The Kaiyi X3 Pro EV is a pure electric compact SUV.

The interior also adopts a right-hand drive layout.

For reference, the Kaiyi Xuanjie Pro EV is powered by a permanent magnet synchronous motor with a maximum power of 120 kW (161 hp) and a peak torque of 280 Nm, paired with a 53.6 kWh CATL lithium iron phosphate battery pack. The NEDC cruising range is 401 km and the DC fast charging time from 30% to 80% is 30 minutes.

Source: AutoHome, Sohu
 
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