Category: EV vehicles

  • Geely Dragon Edition for Galaxy E8 EV Revealed

    Geely Dragon Edition for Galaxy E8 EV Revealed

    Geely recently introduced its Galaxy E8 electric vehicle’s Dragon Edition, expanding color choices to include Xizi Blue, Smoke Gray and Daybreak Black. A base model priced at 165,800 Yuan was also added omitting features like heat pump air conditioning compared to previous base models.

    New Color Options and Pricing Structure Announced

    The Dragon Edition offers two variants for customers to select: two-wheel drive with 550km range and four-wheel drive with 620km. Two-wheel drive starts from 165,800 yuan while four-wheel drive starts at 215,800 yuan allowing more choices based on customer preferences and budget constraints.

    Geely Provides Diverse Galaxy E8 Models

    Beyond its Dragon Edition, Geely has designed various Galaxy E8 models to meet various customer requirements and budget constraints. Their lineup features Longteng PRO MAX Starship voyage Starship smart driving Starship performance versions to choose from; each tailored specifically towards meeting unique requirements at various price points.

    Impressive Features And Performance

    The Galaxy E8, unveiled in January, features an eye-catching "Ripples of Light" grille and spacious interior featuring an unbounded 45" 8K large screen. Equipped with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8295 chip for superior performance, its intelligent cockpit system includes two-way satellite communication via an exclusive companion drone.

    The electric car offers three powertrain options and different battery capacities to deliver cruising ranges between 550km, 665km or 620km depending on its configuration. Boasting high performance capabilities – top speed of 210 km/h and acceleration from zero to 100 km/h in 3.49 seconds – Galaxy E8 promises an engaging driving experience.

  • Xiaomi Rushes to Meet SU7 Demand, Offers Pre-Order Adjustments

    Xiaomi Rushes to Meet SU7 Demand, Offers Pre-Order Adjustments

    Xiaomi is providing customers who pre-ordered a standard edition Xiaomi SU7 the opportunity to tailor its configurations – in response to overwhelming pre-order demand which exceeded production capacity.

    Users have 24 hours beginning April 19th from 9:00 AM onwards to make modifications to their preorders via Xiaomi Car App and modify customization options, variant selection or other variant changes for their SU7s preorders using this window of opportunity. Should any successful modifications occur, adjustments will be made to production plans as well as estimated delivery dates will be revised as necessary.

    Addressing Production Concerns

    Xiaomi recently unveiled an initiative designed to address production bottlenecks. Xiaomi notes that their car factory is running at full capacity, working closely with supply chain partners for timely deliveries of existing orders as well as streamlining future ones to ensure an uninterrupted process and streamline future orders.

    Rising Popularity

    Since SU7’s debut, its pre-orders have exceeded 100K within days of launch with confirmed orders exceeding 40k orders placed so far. According to founder Lei Jun, these figures show unprecedented customer excitement for this model.

    Initial reports suggested Xiaomi had requested suppliers increase production to 10,000 vehicles per month with particular emphasis placed on increasing high-end model production.

    Original plans aimed to reach monthly production of 3,000 vehicles by March 2024; following this goal with sales exceeding expectations leading to monthly production between 4,000-5,000 in April before finally stabilizing at 6,000 by the end of the year. Unfortunately due to increased customer demands adherence would require extended delivery times.

  • Redmi Turbo 3 Hits Sales Target: Win Xiaomi SU7 for 1 Year

    Redmi Turbo 3 Hits Sales Target: Win Xiaomi SU7 for 1 Year

    Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun recently unveiled an attractive incentive for Redmi team: If Redmi Turbo 3 hits its initial sales goal, he will present them with a Xiaomi SU7 car as a thank-you gift! Announced alongside Redmi Pad Pro tablet launch on April 10, 2016, Redmi Turbo 3 launched as part of performance-oriented Redmi Turbo series at an entry price point starting from Y=1,999 ($276); its competitive specifications quickly earned praise among reviewers and consumers.

    Redmi Turbo 3 Sales Hit Milestone

    Redmi Turbo 3 has achieved its initial sales milestone. Just 30 minutes after being made available for sale, the phone secured top place as the "first week sales champion" among devices within its price bracket. Wang Teng, General Manager of Redmi Brand took to Weibo in appreciation of this support received, as Wang Teng expressed gratitude. On April 23rd a lucky first sale buyer will be selected from Redmi Turbo 3 buyers as the recipient of an one-year usage right of Xiaomi SU7 Car.

    Participation Criteria

    Wang Teng will announce the winner on his Weibo account and Douyin platform on April 23. To qualify, applicants must be at least 18 years old with at least two-year old driving license and hold purchase order record for Turbo 3, essential in claiming one-year usage right of an SU7 car. Furthermore, recipients must collect it directly without making changes or modifications of any sort to it.


    Redmi Turbo 3 Hits Sales Target: Win Xiaomi SU7 for 1 Year
  • BYD Teases “Leopard 3” Electric Off-road Car Launching April 16

    BYD Teases “Leopard 3” Electric Off-road Car Launching April 16

    BYD subsidiary Fangbao will unveil their latest electric off-road vehicle, known as Leopard 3, at their Spring Conference scheduled for April 16th. A teaser poster has been unveiled giving an indication of what can be expected with regard to this EV launch but without giving away all its key details.

    Introduce of Leopard 3

    The Leopard 3 is described as an all-electric "hardcore" SUV built on BYD’s DMO super hybrid off-road platform. While still boasting robust capabilities, its body size will be smaller compared to that of its larger brother the Leopard 5. Positioning this third member as part of Fang Leopard’s "583 hardcore family", suggesting there could be multiple similar rugged electric SUVs within their lineup.

    Sniffer photos show that the Leopard 3 will resemble a smaller iteration of its larger sibling, the Leopard 5. Family design elements, such as sleek through-type daytime running lights are expected to remain intact while sporting black grille and striking front surround, exuding off-road charm.

    Arriving Soon

    Fans anticipating the official unveiling are advised to visit Gizmochina regularly in order to gain more insights into its specifications, features, and capabilities. The Fang Leopard 3 will soon be making its official debut and those eager for updates should stay tuned with Gizmochina for any announcements relating to its specifications, features and capabilities.

  • Land Rover Reveals SV Edition One in China: Limited to 15 Units

    Land Rover Reveals SV Edition One in China: Limited to 15 Units

    Land Rover recently introduced an exclusive, high-performance version of their Range Rover Sport in China known as SV Edition One; only 15 units will be made available and their price was set at approximately 2.438 million yuan (around $336,879 USD).

    Impressive Power And Performance

    The car features a powerful 4.4-liter V8 engine capable of reaching 289 km per hour and boasts outstanding acceleration from zero to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds for amazing performance. Twin turbocharged technology combined with mild hybrid technology produces 635 horsepower and 750 Nm of torque; providing outstanding power. The Range Rover Sport SV Edition One’s outstanding performance truly stands out in comparison with rival SUV models such as Audi Q5 or Mercedes GLE Class.

    Cutting-Edge Technology

    At the core of Land Rover’s SV Edition One is their groundbreaking 6D Intelligent Dynamic Chassis suspension system – an industry first. Using interconnected dampers, adjustable air springs, pitch control and pitch speed controls this sophisticated suspension system delivers outstanding handling characteristics while semi-active anti-roll system and CVSA2 adaptive dampers enhance stability, reduce weight and provide a comfortable driving experience for passengers.

    Luxurious Interior And Innovative Design

    Inside, the SV Edition One boasts a luxurious interior featuring digital instrument cluster, 13.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, multifunction steering wheel and electronic gear shifter – not to mention it being first car worldwide to feature SUBPAC Haptic Audio system for an engaging experience through AI-powered vibrations in front seats!

    The Range Rover Sport SV Edition One’s exterior design is highly eye-catching with a carbon fiber appearance kit, redesigned matrix grille, sleek headlights and aerodynamically optimized air vents. Additionally, hidden door handles, quad exhaust tips with carbon fiber covers, as well as its signature "SV badge", add to its visual appeal – making this visually attractive choice suitable for luxury car enthusiasts.


    Land Rover Reveals SV Edition One in China: Limited to 15 Units
  • Xiaomi SU7 Causes First Reported Accident

    Xiaomi SU7 Causes First Reported Accident

    An image shared widely online appears to capture the first reported incident involving Xiaomi SU7 electric vehicle since its debut. The photograph depicts a collision between one such Xiaomi SU7 vehicle and a white Mercedes-Benz sedan.

    Vehicle damage

    Visuals show significant damage to both cars. A white Mercedes-Benz featured an entirely shattered right headlight, dented hood and distortion to its front bumper and air intake grille.



    Xiaomi SU7 Impact After being struck on its right side by an oncoming vehicle, this Xiaomi SU7 was severely damaged on impact, suffering two damaged doors and activating two airbags to deploy.

    "Big Lizi Qiqili," an influential Chinese social media figure, confirmed that his Xiaomi SU7 had been involved in a collision. A colleague was filming it during its accident; according to Big Lizi’s account of events, both vehicles had the right of way; with traffic authorities assigning full blame solely towards Big Lizi.

    Post-Accident Status

    Subsequent to the collision, the blogger provided an update on the condition of their vehicle and airbag deployment. While emergency personnel had made immediate attempts from within their own car to assess what had transpired; no apparent movement had taken place within interior components such as upholstery.

    Additionally, the back panel was unharmed; door handles worked as expected; and both doors could open freely without complications or obstruction.

    Repair Process and Safety Reminder

    After further investigations revealed the details, it was announced that the SU7 was taken for repairs at a post-sales service center and both parties involved suffered only minor injuries from this accident. A blogger concluded with stressing the importance of prioritizing safety when driving.

  • Xiaomi SU7 Super Power-Saving Mode – Details

    Xiaomi SU7 Super Power-Saving Mode – Details

    Xiaomi Auto recently hosted an interactive "Q&A program" session for user inquiries about their Xiaomi SU7 electric car. In this interactive forum, they highlighted its emphasis on long distance travel by unveiling an innovative Super Power-Saving Mode designed to extend battery life when estimated range falls below 50km, prompting them to activate this mode for longer journeys if their estimated range dips below that point; additionally they can choose whether or not manually activate or deactivate this function according to individual need.

    Super Power-Saving Mode Details

    The Super Power-Saving Mode helps drivers reduce power consumption by setting various limits to speed, acceleration and air conditioning performance. Furthermore, comfort features like heated seats, steering wheels, ambient lighting and heated mirrors may be temporarily disabled to conserve energy more effectively.

    Energy Conservation Features

    As part of its efforts to conserve energy further, Super Power-Saving Mode temporarily disables intelligent driving assistance, parking features, entertainment systems and the car refrigerator – but users needn’t worry as the mode will automatically deactivate once your estimated range exceeds 300km – also giving drivers flexibility in temporarily overriding speed limits for short intervals if required.

    Monitor And Alert Drivers

    An integral component of the SU7 is a camera located between its steering wheel and instrument screen to monitor driver attentiveness. This camera actively detects signs of fatigue or distraction such as closed eyes, head movements or phone usage which trigger voice alerts and on-screen notifications to remind drivers to focus on driving safely ahead. Xiaomi ensures users that its driver monitoring system strictly analyzes behavior within their own vehicle without recording or transmitting externally stored image data; users who prefer not receiving fatigue/distraction alerts can easily opt-out via central control screen settings of their car/camera setups – giving drivers peace of mind behind the wheel!

  • Xiaomi cautions SU7 drivers on hardware modifications

    Xiaomi cautions SU7 drivers on hardware modifications

    Xiaomi is hosting daily Q&A sessions to give their users more insights into the Xiaomi SU7 electric car. Here is an outline of some key topics covered during these discussions:

    Production Update and Schedule of Deliveries:

    The company has intensified efforts to ramp up production for the SU7 electric vehicle. Deliveries of its foundational versions, the SU7 and SU7 Max versions should begin by late April; and its successor version, SU7 Pro should become available for shipment by late May.

    Privacy Measures and In-Car Video Recording are in the Car

    Xiaomi takes great measures to protect user privacy with regard to car video recording; specifically Sentry Mode recording video footage can be easily viewed remotely through their app without being blurred for convenient viewing within the car itself. When remotely accessing this footage though, remote viewers see only what was originally filmed; within it however remains clear and unobscured for easy viewing purposes.

    Control Features And Hardware Recommendations

    SU7 Pro models feature no physical buttons for controlling tailgate operation; users have access to voice command options or changing settings via touchscreen to open or close tailgate as needed. Xiaomi strongly advises against making modifications that alter hardware quality standards as all original pieces have been rigorously tested to guarantee optimal reliability and performance.

    Driving Recommendations and Braking Performance Analysis

    Xiaomi advises against engaging in extreme driving activities like track racing with their SU7 electric car, such as track racing. Such conditions place additional stress on its components that requires professional maintenance services for repairs to continue functioning optimally. The Max model’s NAO friction pads strike an effective balance between noise levels and performance for everyday driving – meeting national standards while offering impressive stopping distance of 33.3 meters between 100 km/h to 0.

    SiC Silicon Carbide Platform And Energy Efficiency

    Xiaomi incorporates SiC (Silicon Carbide) power modules in their SU7, providing enhanced efficiency compared to conventional silicon IGBTs due to reduced switching losses and lower costs of ownership. Although SiC might incur higher upfront costs, Xiaomi strategically incorporates it throughout the device – motor, charger and air conditioner compressor all utilize these SiC modules – in order to maximize energy efficiency resulting in commendable consumption levels on each level of energy use.

  • EV Sales in India to Surge by 66% in 2024: Latest Report

    EV Sales in India to Surge by 66% in 2024: Latest Report

    Counterpoint Research conducted an analysis indicating a substantial surge in India’s electric vehicle (EV) market by 2024. Their projections reveal an expected 66% surge versus sales the year prior, potentially representing roughly four percent of overall passenger vehicle (PV) sales.

    Projected Growth Projections of India’s Electric Vehicle Market

    Moving forward, this report anticipates that by 2030 electric vehicle sales in India may account for roughly one-third of annual PV sales.

    Market Dynamics And Competitors

    Tata Motors was an obvious leader in the EV sector in 2023, taking up nearly two-thirds of market share. But according to reports from 2025 onwards, Maruti Suzuki could vie with Tata Motors for supremacy of India’s EV market.

    Industry Expansion And Investments

    Vietnam-based EV brand VinFast recently unveiled plans to open a manufacturing plant in Tamil Nadu, signaling their keenness in investing in India’s growing EV industry.

    Employing Sustainable Technologies

    As noted by the Counterpoint report, this development highlights an emerging shift towards environmentally-friendly technologies in automotive applications.

    Focus on Electric Vehicle Battery Manufacturing

    Liz Lee, Associate Director at Counterpoint Research emphasizes the need to ramp up electric vehicle battery manufacturing in India for increased sales. Major investments by Ola, Reliance New Energy and ACC Energy Storage along with initiatives like Make in India are expected to drive lower production costs and stimulate more EV sales.

    Government Initiatives And Their Support

    India has taken significant strides toward encouraging investments in its electric vehicle (EV) sector with measures such as its PLI Scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cells (ACC) and reductions of import duties for those priced below $35,000. Such moves have proven pivotal for driving uptake within this market segment.

    Factors Driving Electric Vehicle Sales Growth

    In 2023, electric vehicle sales nearly doubled over their 2022 counterpart, while overall passenger vehicle sales increased 10% and captured 2.1% of the PV market. Key contributors to this upward trend included growing urban consumer interest, government backing, infrastructure upgrades and greater awareness of climate change.

    Notable Industry Performances

    Mahindra & Mahindra saw an unprecedented 2,476% surge in market share thanks to the incredible success of its all-electric SUV XUV400. Other companies like MG Motor and BYD also excelled, and BYD became one of India’s five EV brands.


    EV Sales in India to Surge by 66% in 2024: Latest Report
  • Tesla Resolves Lawsuit with Family of Apple Engineer in Autopilot Crash

    Tesla Resolves Lawsuit with Family of Apple Engineer in Autopilot Crash

    Tesla announced on August 15 that they have reached an amicable settlement agreement with Apple engineer Walter Huang’s family over his death on March 2018 while recent court proceedings continue to play out regarding their Autopilot driver-assistance system. The settlement will end any legal challenges from either side regarding Autopilot driver assistance system.

    Settlement Agreement and Procedure

    NTSB’s investigation of this accident identified Autopilot functionality and driver distraction as contributing factors, but details regarding any settlement have yet to be made public; an agreement awaits court approval with an April 11th hearing date set as per agreement terms; California Department of Transportation can raise objections at this stage if desired.

    Legal Maneuvers And Tech Company Involvement

    Tesla had originally attempted to subpoena Apple to establish whether Huang had been engaged in mobile gaming at the time of her crash – an action they believed may suggest negligence by Tesla itself. Although authorities found an open game app on Huang’s phone during that incident period, their active usage couldn’t be confirmed at that time by authorities; contrary to Tesla’s efforts of implicating Apple via their subpoena efforts. Apple declined.

    Conclusion And Unresolved Issues

    This settlement marks a successful conclusion to an extensive legal battle concerning Autopilot technology; yet many questions still exist over driver attentiveness and Autopilot responsibilities during tragic incidents.