Leapmotor International, the export-only joint venture between Stellantis and China’s Hangzhou-based Leapmotor, will begin exports to countries in the Asia Pacific, Middle East, India, and Africa in the fourth quarter of this year. Leapmotor International is 51 percent owned by Stellantis. It’s a separate entity from the China domestic market-only Leapmotor. Two models have been earmarked for exports, C/D-segment (5-seater) Leapmotor C10 and the A-segment T03. In China, the C10 is available eith
Hans
16.05.2024
China’s state-owned car manufacturer, Beijing Automotive Group Co. Ltd. (BAIC) will be restarting its entry into Southeast Asia. The brand was launched in Indonesia yesterday, with PT JIO Distribusi Indonesia, a subsidiary of PT JDI, as its distributor. Two models were previewed, the BJ40 Plus (which we have already covered in an earlier post here), and this X55 II. Unlike the off-road-ready ladder frame chassis BJ40 Plus, this BAIC X55 II uses a more family-focused, comfort-oriented monocoque c
Hans
15.05.2024
China’s state-owned car manufacturer, Beijing Automotive Group Co. Ltd. (BAIC) has restarted its entry into Southeast Asia. The brand was launched in Indonesia yesterday, with PT JIO Distribusi Indonesia, a subsidiary of PT JDI, as its distributor. Two models have been previewed, the BJ40 Plus and X55. For this post, we will focus on the BJ40 Plus. The name is of course ‘inspired’ by the legendary first generation Toyota Jeep BJ, the original name of the first generation Land Cruiser. The BAIC B
Hans
15.05.2024
The Jaecoo J6 will be showcased at the upcoming Malaysia Autoshow 2024 in its right-hand drive configuration. Also known as the iCar 03, the J6 is part of Chery’s portfolio under the iCar sub-brand. For export markets, it uses the J6 name. The Jaecoo J6 features black claddings all around, which is typical for a rugged off-roader. From the rear, it does give off the Land Rover Defender vibe. It also includes electric pop-out door handles, side-hinged tailgate, and roof-mounted solar panels. The
Shaun
15.05.2024
China’s off-road king, the GWM Tank 300 will be previewed to the public at Malaysia Autoshow 2024 at MAEPS Serdang from 22 to 26 May. The Tank 300 was previously unveiled to the media and went on a nationwide tour at selected locations around Malaysia. The Tank 300 is China’s best-selling off-road SUV, controlling more than 50% of the segment’s market share. Its retro boxy design evokes back to when off-roaders looked macho with a go-anywhere desirability. Indeed, the Tank 300 seems capable of g
CY Foong
15.05.2024