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Mercedes-Benz will develop a new entry-level EV platform codenamed Phoenix based on Geely's GEEA (Geely Electronic & Electrical Architecture) 4.0 platform . This marks the first time the 130-year-old German luxury automaker has granted independent development rights for a new vehicle platform to an R&D team outside its German headquarters   Mercedes-Benz is shifting the development focus of its new electric vehicle (EV) platform to China and plans to adopt the technical architecture of its Chinese partner Geely Auto, according to a Chinese media report. Mercedes-Benz will develop a new entry-level EV platform codenamed Phoenix based on Geely's GEEA (Geely Electronic & Electrical Architecture) 4.0 platform. Mercedes-Benz China R&D Center will become the global headquarters for compact vehicle development, independently overseeing the design and development of new compact models, with the Phoenix platform marking the first project for Mercedes-Benz China under...

Lo scorso mese sono state totalizzate 157.334 immatricolazioni : 19.369 in più rispetto allo stesso mese 2025. Bene anche le vendite ai privati, che hanno incrementato i volumi ma perso 2.2 punti di quota. Molto bene Fiat , che ha messo a segno una crescita (+42,86%) tre volte superiore alla media. Nella classifica per modelli Pandina è sempre leader, Grande Panda sale al terzo posto preceduta da Jeep Avenger, mentre Dacia Sandero , che per molti mesi è stata l’auto estera più venduta in Italia, è scivolata in ventunesima posizione   Fiat Pandina è l'auto più venduta a clienti privati in Italia nel mese di febbraio Con 20 giorni lavorativi, gli stessi di febbraio 2025, il secondo mese dell’anno si è chiuso con un risultato molto positivo: +14% e 157.334 immatricolazioni, quasi 20.000 in più (19.369) rispetto a febbraio 2025, secondo i dati statistici di Unrae , l’associazione che raggruppa le Case automobilistiche estere operanti in Italia. Con il dato di febbraio 2026, il bilanc...

The upcoming technology launch will focus on five key areas : batteries, charging solutions, hybrid systems, intelligent driving (ADAS), and high-voltage platforms, introducing a comprehensive suite of technologies. In addition to the release of major technologies, the Chinese new energy vehicle (NEV) giant will also showcase over ten new models from its various brands  Official teaser image of the BYD Seal 08 front lighting signature BYD will hold a t echnology launch event in Shenzen on March 5. The upcoming technology launch will focus on five key areas: batteries, charging, hybrid systems, intelligent driving, and high-voltage platforms, introducing a comprehensive suite of technologies.  The event will also showcase over ten new models and a significant product offensive across its Dynasty, Ocean, Denza, and Yangwang brands. The event will see the official market launch of the Seal 07 EV, of the D-segment flagship Suv Great Tang, of the new flagship sedan, the Seal 08....

The Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker achieved substantial year-on-year growth in February deliveries despite the widespread negative impact of the Chinese New Year holiday on production and deliveries across China's auto industry The third-generation Nio ES8 EV Suv Nio announced on Sunday that it delivered 20,797 new vehicles in February, a 57.6% year-on-year increase despite a 23.49% decline from January. The 2026 Spring Festival holiday fell in mid-to-late February, while last year it was primarily January. This caused seasonal weakness across the industry, with competitors' deliveries also broadly impacted.  The Chinese New Year Holiday period typically weighs on both production and sales activity, making February one of the weakest months of the year. Furthermore, this year’s holiday is three days longer than 2025 , marking the longest on record — according to China’s Passenger Car Association (CPCA) — and reducing the month to just 16 work days.  The latest figures ...

The flagship EV Suv has reached its milestone less than a month after the model surpassed the 60,000-unit delivery mark on February 1, further solidifying its position in China's premium electric vehicle market  Nio completed the delivery of its 70,000th third-generation ES8 on Friday in Wenzhou, Zhejiang, further solidifying its position in China's premium electric vehicle market . The milestone comes less than a month after the model surpassed the 60,000-unit delivery mark on February 1. It’s worth noting that this period included a nine-day Spring Festival holiday.  Since deliveries began on September 21, 2025, the all-new ES8 has demonstrated remarkable market momentum. I t took just 41 days to reach 10,000 deliveries , and by December 29, 2025, it had delivered 40,000 units in 100 days—making it the fastest model priced above 400,000 yuan (($58,340) to hit the 40,000-delivery mark, across all energy types. On February 1 , 2026, the all-new ES8 completed its 60,000th deliv...

Stellantis is considering adopting electric vehicle (EV) technology from its Chinese partner Leapmotor to reduce costs for its mass-market European brands including Fiat, Opel, and Peugeot, Bloomberg reported Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter  The potential move would mark t he first time a major Western automaker relies on a Chinese company's vehicle architecture and software to support its European models. The sources said Stellantis is evaluating expanding the scope of its joint venture with Leapmotor to access the latter's more advanced battery and electric powertrain technologies.  The parties aim to finalize an agreement this year , though negotiations remain in early stages and must overcome regulatory hurdles including data protection concerns and US restrictions on connected vehicles with Chinese ties, the report noted. This consideration for deepening cooperation comes as Stellantis navigates a painful strategic restructuring.  Facing intense c...