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The 101st Edition Of The Brussels Motor Show - Belgium

- An Xpeng X2 flying car is on display during the Brussels Motor Show 2025 in Brussels, Belgium, Jan. 10, 2025. The 101st edition of the Brussels Motor Show kicked off on Friday, offering car enthusiasts an opportunity to explore the latest automotive innovations and trends. Among the highlights are Chinese brands including Leapmotor, Maxus, BAIC, BYD, Hongqi, Xpeng, and Omoda, among others. Photo by Zhao Dingzhe/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 101st Edition Of The Brussels Motor Show - Belgium

- A man views a car from BAIC during the Brussels Motor Show 2025 in Brussels, Belgium, Jan. 10, 2025. The 101st edition of the Brussels Motor Show kicked off on Friday, offering car enthusiasts an opportunity to explore the latest automotive innovations and trends. Among the highlights are Chinese brands including Leapmotor, Maxus, BAIC, BYD, Hongqi, Xpeng, and Omoda, among others. Photo by Zhao Dingzhe/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 101st Edition Of The Brussels Motor Show - Belgium

- An MG Cyberster is seen during the Brussels Motor Show 2025 in Brussels, Belgium, Jan. 10, 2025. The 101st edition of the Brussels Motor Show kicked off on Friday, offering car enthusiasts an opportunity to explore the latest automotive innovations and trends. Among the highlights are Chinese brands including Leapmotor, Maxus, BAIC, BYD, Hongqi, Xpeng, and Omoda, among others. Photo by Zhao Dingzhe/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 101st Edition Of The Brussels Motor Show - Belgium

- A man sits in a BYD car during the Brussels Motor Show 2025 in Brussels, Belgium, Jan. 10, 2025. The 101st edition of the Brussels Motor Show kicked off on Friday, offering car enthusiasts an opportunity to explore the latest automotive innovations and trends. Among the highlights are Chinese brands including Leapmotor, Maxus, BAIC, BYD, Hongqi, Xpeng, and Omoda, among others. Photo by Zhao Dingzhe/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 101st Edition Of The Brussels Motor Show - Belgium

- People visit the Xpeng booth during the Brussels Motor Show 2025 in Brussels, Belgium, Jan. 10, 2025. The 101st edition of the Brussels Motor Show kicked off on Friday, offering car enthusiasts an opportunity to explore the latest automotive innovations and trends. Among the highlights are Chinese brands including Leapmotor, Maxus, BAIC, BYD, Hongqi, Xpeng, and Omoda, among others. Photo by Zhao Dingzhe/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The 101st Edition Of The Brussels Motor Show - Belgium

- A JAECOO vehicle is seen during the Brussels Motor Show 2025 in Brussels, Belgium, Jan. 10, 2025. The 101st edition of the Brussels Motor Show kicked off on Friday, offering car enthusiasts an opportunity to explore the latest automotive innovations and trends. Among the highlights are Chinese brands including Leapmotor, Maxus, BAIC, BYD, Hongqi, Xpeng, and Omoda, among others. Photo by Zhao Dingzhe/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Auto dealers allow Spanish customers to learn more about Chinese car brands: insider

STORY: Auto dealers allow Spanish customers to learn more about Chinese car brands: insider SHOOTING TIME: May 27, 2024 DATELINE: May 29, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:08 LOCATION: BARCELONA, Spain CATEGORY: MARKET SHOTLIST: 1. various of Barcelona autoterminal 2. various of Chinese cars sold in Spain 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Spanish): MARTA BLAZQUEZ, Head of the Federation of Automotive Dealers Associations (Faconauto) 4. various of Barcelona autoterminal 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (Spanish): MARTA BLAZQUEZ, Head of the Federation of Automotive Dealers Associations (Faconauto) STORYLINE: Spanish customers will be able to learn more about Chinese car brands through a new collaboration between two major automobile dealers associations from China and Spain. The collaboration, which was announced in April, is a partnership between the Federation of Automotive Dealers Associations (Faconauto) and the China Automobile Dealers Association. SOUNDBITE 1 (Spanish): MARTA BLAZQUEZ, Head of the Federation of Automotive Dealers Associations (Facon

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Chinese motorcycles redefine riding experience in Istanbul

STORY: Chinese motorcycles redefine riding experience in Istanbul SHOOTING TIME: May 16, 2024 DATELINE: May 26, 2024 LENGTH: 0:01:50 LOCATION: ISTANBUL, Türkiye CATEGORY: ECONOMY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Istanbul city 2. various of Baris Acar, owner of a motorcycle gallery in Istanbul, Türkiye 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Turkish): BARIS ACAR, Owner of a motorcycle gallery 4. various of Chinese-made motorcycles on display in a shop in Istanbul, Türkiye 5. various of Turkish rider Deniz Evren parking his motorcycle in Istanbul, Türkiye 6. SOUNDBITE 2 (Turkish): DENIZ EVREN, Turkish rider 7. various of Chinese-made motorcycles on display in a shop in Istanbul, Türkiye 8. SOUNDBITE 3 (Turkish): SEMIH ERYUKSELDI, Automotive sector insider STORYLINE: Located beside a bustling avenue on the Asian side of Istanbul, a motorcycle gallery exhibits a remarkable collection of Chinese brands, capturing the attention of both seasoned riders and curious enthusiasts. Baris Acar, the gallery owner, has noticed a significan

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Chinese cars gain popularity in Botswana

STORY: Chinese cars gain popularity in Botswana SHOOTING TIME: May 3, 2024 DATELINE: May 6, 2024 LENGTH: 0:01:31 LOCATION: Gaborone CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the motor show 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): BELLSON OTHOMILE, Sales executive at Motor Holdings Botswana 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): PETER KABELO, Sales executive at Star Motor Group 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): LECHEDZANI KENOSI, Visitor at the show STORYLINE: At the 9th edition of the Shell Gaborone Motor Show in Gaborone, the Botswanan capital, Chinese auto brands generated interest among local car enthusiasts. Over the last five years, Chinese-made vehicles have entered the competitive landscape of Botswana's automotive industry. Chinese brands such as Chery, Haval, JAC, and BAIC are gaining popularity among Botswanan consumers, who value the vehicles' quality, durability, and reliability. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): BELLSON OTHOMILE, Sales executive at Motor Holdings Botswana "Pricing on its own is totally different, so below what you can u

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2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition kicks off

STORY: 2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition kicks off SHOOTING TIME: April 25, 2024 DATELINE: April 26, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:24 LOCATION: Beijing CATEGORY: SOCIETY/TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Auto China 2024 2. SOUNDBITE (English): FABIAN BRANDT, Partner, Global Head of Automotive and Industrial Goods, Oliver Wyman STORYLINE: The 2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, or Auto China 2024, kicked off at the China International Exhibition Center in Shunyi District, Beijing on Thursday. Themed "Driving to Smart Mobility," this year's event has attracted automotive brands from both home and abroad. At this event, 117 cars are set to have their global debuts, with 30 of them being global premieres by multinational companies. 41 concept cars and 278 new energy vehicle models will also be showcased. Fabian Brandt, partner and global head of Automotive and Industrial Goods of the management consulting firm Oliver Wyman, noted that the event presents numerous choices for consumers a

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Chinese electric vehicles gain popularity in Indonesia

STORY: Chinese electric vehicles gain popularity in Indonesia SHOOTING TIME: March 6, 2024 DATELINE: March 8, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:02 LOCATION: Jakarta CATEGORY: ECONOMY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. STANDUP (English): SUN LEI, Xinhua correspondent 2. various of Chinese electric vehicles in Indonesia 3. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): LIU YAN, Marketing Operation Director of Wuling Indonesia STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): SUN LEI, Xinhua correspondent "This is a street in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, one of the most densely populated and congested cities in the world. Traffic congestion contributes to the deterioration of air quality in Jakarta, with about 50 percent of air pollution coming from traffic. Indonesia plans to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060 or even earlier, with new energy vehicles being the current priority industry in Indonesia." According to the Association of Indonesia Automotive Industries (GAIKINDO), the number of electric car brands from China coming to Indonesia has increased in the last six years

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CANADA-TORONTO-CANADIAN INT'L AUTOSHOW

(240217) -- TORONTO, Feb. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People view professional charging equipment during the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto, Canada, Feb. 16, 2024. The annual 2024 Canadian International AutoShow kicked off here on Friday to showcase the latest innovations, trends and advancements in the automotive world with the participation of 45 automotive brands. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua)

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CANADA-TORONTO-CANADIAN INT'L AUTOSHOW

(240217) -- TORONTO, Feb. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People visit the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto, Canada, Feb. 16, 2024. The annual 2024 Canadian International AutoShow kicked off here on Friday to showcase the latest innovations, trends and advancements in the automotive world with the participation of 45 automotive brands. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua)

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CANADA-TORONTO-CANADIAN INT'L AUTOSHOW

(240217) -- TORONTO, Feb. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A boy looks at a Ford Mustang Mach-E electric car during the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto, Canada, Feb. 16, 2024. The annual 2024 Canadian International AutoShow kicked off here on Friday to showcase the latest innovations, trends and advancements in the automotive world with the participation of 45 automotive brands. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua)

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CANADA-TORONTO-CANADIAN INT'L AUTOSHOW

(240217) -- TORONTO, Feb. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People look at a RAM electric truck during the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto, Canada, Feb. 16, 2024. The annual 2024 Canadian International AutoShow kicked off here on Friday to showcase the latest innovations, trends and advancements in the automotive world with the participation of 45 automotive brands. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua)

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CANADA-TORONTO-CANADIAN INT'L AUTOSHOW

(240217) -- TORONTO, Feb. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People visit the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto, Canada, Feb. 16, 2024. The annual 2024 Canadian International AutoShow kicked off here on Friday to showcase the latest innovations, trends and advancements in the automotive world with the participation of 45 automotive brands. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua)

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CANADA-TORONTO-CANADIAN INT'L AUTOSHOW

(240217) -- TORONTO, Feb. 17, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People look at an Infiniti's Vision Qe all-electric concept car during the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto, Canada, Feb. 16, 2024. The annual 2024 Canadian International AutoShow kicked off here on Friday to showcase the latest innovations, trends and advancements in the automotive world with the participation of 45 automotive brands. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua)

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Autoland exhibition held in Kuwait

STORY: Autoland exhibition held in Kuwait SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 7, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 9, 2024 LENGTH: 0:02:31 LOCATION: HAWALLI GOVERNORATE, Kuwait CATEGORY: ECONOMY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the exhibition 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): RANA, Visitor 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): RULA MUHAMMAD, Representative of a Kuwait agency for Chery Automobile STORYLINE: The Autoland exhibition kicked off in Hawalli Governorate, Kuwait on Wednesday. Over 40 automotive companies and car dealers, some companies specializing in automotive parts and accessories, as well as banks and financial companies took part in the event. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): RANA, Visitor "Today, I came to this auto show and wanted to buy a car. I saw many cars on display. I really like Chinese brands of cars, such as Geely, GAC, and MG." SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): RULA MUHAMMAD, Representative of a Kuwait agency for Chery Automobile "We have noticed that many people came to us for consultation at the auto show. We have high expectations for the auto show

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Expert regards technology as most powerful engine of China's NEV industry

STORY: Expert regards technology as most powerful engine of China's NEV industry SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 19, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 24, 2024 LENGTH: 00:03:02 LOCATION: SHANGHAI, China CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of vehicles 2. various of NEVs of different brands 3. SOUNDBITE (English): LIU JIA, Analyst of Electronics & Automotive from Nomura Orient International Securities STORYLINE: China's auto exports surged 57.9 percent year-on-year to a record high of 4.91 million vehicles in 2023 as the country's automakers expanded their presence overseas, data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) showed. It marks another significant increase after the country exported more than 3 million vehicles in 2022 and over 2 million in 2021. The massive growth was propelled by a surge in the exports of new energy vehicles (NEVs), which soared 77.6 percent to more than 1.2 million units in the past year. Exports of pure electric vehicles expanded by 80.9 percent while that of hybrid ones incr

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Chinese automotive brand Changan enters Kenyan market

STORY: Chinese automotive brand Changan enters Kenyan market SHOOTING TIME: Dec. 1, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 3, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:52 LOCATION: Nairobi CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the launching event of Chinese automotive brand Changan 2. SOUNDBITE (English): JULIA VERSHINSKAYA, Managing Director, Inchcape Kenya 3. various of the event STORYLINE: Chinese automotive brand Changan has been launched in the Kenyan market and will be distributed by Inchcape Kenya, a motor dealer. Sylvia Agani, the regional sales manager of Changan Automotive, said at a briefing in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, Friday evening that the Chinese vehicles have been tailored for local clients who value quality brands that provide superior driving experience. "Kenyans will now be able to purchase Changan's passenger and light commercial models that offer modern car technology coupled with advanced safety systems at a very competitive price point," Agani said. Agani observed that six models in Changan's innovative

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CES 2023 concludes in U.S. Las Vegas featuring innovations in consumer technology

STORY: CES 2023 concludes in U.S. Las Vegas featuring innovations in consumer technology DATELINE: Jan. 10, 2023 LENGTH: 0:03:17 LOCATION: LAS VEGAS, U.S. CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1 various of exhibitors and attendees at the 2023 CES STORYLINE: The 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the world's premier tech show, concluded in the U.S. city of Las Vegas on Sunday. The four-day show drew more than 3,200 exhibitors from over 170 countries and regions. Hundreds of Chinese companies participated in the show, including well-known brands like TCL, Lenovo and Hisense as well as many startups. CES 2023 highlighted innovations in sustainability, transportation and mobility, digital health, artificial intelligence, virtual reality and augmented reality, smart homes, robotics and more. As in past years, automotive technology took center stage at CES 2023. The automotive sector was bigger than ever, making it one of the largest auto shows in the world with nearly 300 exhibitors in West Hall of Las

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U.S. Los Angeles Auto Show presents new vehicles, electric mobility innovation

STORY: U.S. Los Angeles Auto Show presents new vehicles, electric mobility innovation DATELINE: Nov. 19, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:01 LOCATION: LOS ANGELES, U.S. CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of car models on display at the 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show 2. various of attendees STORYLINE: The 2022 Los Angeles Auto Show was launched on Friday at the Los Angeles Convention Center in the U.S. state of California, displaying the latest vehicles and offering test drives and immersive car-culture experiences. About 30 automotive brands have displayed their newly debuted vehicles at the show. The show also highlights the growing interest in electric vehicles and future mobility. Electric mobility takes center court at the show. Multiple test tracks let visitors ride in new electric vehicles and enjoy challenging off-road courses while street drives offer behind-the-wheel experiences with the latest models from numerous brands. The auto show runs through Nov. 27. Founded in 1907, the Los Angel

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Chinese car brand to enter Israeli market

STORY: Chinese car brand to enter Israeli market DATELINE: Sept. 30, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:40 LOCATION: Jerusalem CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of street views 2. various of showroom with Chinese electric cars STORYLINE: A Chinese car brand will enter the Israeli market for the first time, an Israeli car import dealership said Thursday. The Israeli automotive company Blilious Group and the Chinese car manufacturer Hozon Auto have signed an agreement to import and market Hozon's Neta electric models in Israel, the two companies have announced. Elhanan Yahav, CEO of the private vehicle division at Blilious Group, told Xinhua that the sales will begin in 2023, without giving the exact date. This marks the first time that Neta models will enter the Middle East market, Hozon Auto said in a statement. The Neta model will join several other Chinese electric vehicle brands that have gained popularity in Israel, manufactured by Hongqi, BYD, and the Great Wall, among others. The Geometry C electric car ma

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-MOTOR SHOW (CN)

(220826) -- CHENGDU, Aug. 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A visitor takes photos of a Roewe car produced by Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp (SAIC) at the Chengdu Motor Show 2022 in Chengdu, capital of southwest China's Sichuan Province, Aug. 26, 2022. The motor show, with the participation of some 1,600 cars of more than 100 brands from home and abroad, kicked off here Friday. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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Kuwait opens motor show to present world new car models

STORY: Kuwait opens motor show to present world new car models DATELINE: March 24, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:46 LOCATION: Kuwait City CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: various of musician playing instrumentsvarious of the show STORYLINE: Kuwait opened on Wednesday the Kuwait Motor Show 2022 in Hawalli Govenorate to display new car models for the year 2022. The Kuwait Motor Show is considered the largest annual car event in the country, and witnesses the participation of the most famous international brands. More than 150 cars and motorcycles of the most famous brands in the automotive industry participated in the show. The show is organized by the "Osama Bastaki International Group for General Trading and Contracting" and will last until April 1. Osama Bastaki, CEO of the group, expressed his happiness at the return of the motor show to Kuwait, after two years of hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic. He said that the organization of the event coincides with the return of life to normal in Kuwait, stres