Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-05-19 00:42Group 1: New Energy Vehicle Manufacturing and Market Expansion - Chongqing's first overseas new energy vehicle factory, Changan Automobile's Thailand Rayong plant, has officially commenced production, representing the most advanced new energy vehicle factory in Southeast Asia with an investment of approximately 10 billion THB (2 billion RMB) [1] - GAC Group has entered the Ethiopian market, planning to launch five new energy vehicle models over the next three years, contributing to Ethiopia's green transportation transformation and China-Ethiopia automotive industry cooperation [1] - Ethiopia's government aims to increase the number of electric vehicles on the road from over 100,000 to 500,000 in the next decade, replacing most fuel vehicles [1] Group 2: Automotive Industry Developments - Xiaomi Automobile has responded to concerns regarding the deformation of the front bumper of the Xiaomi SU7, offering free pickup and repair services for affected vehicles [2] - CATL and Honda China have signed a memorandum to deepen cooperation in lithium iron phosphate batteries, CTB integration technology, supply chain optimization, and the development of 12V and hybrid batteries [3] - CATL's chairman predicts that the electrification penetration rate of heavy-duty trucks in China will reach 50% by 2028, up from 10% in 2024 [4] Group 3: Charging Infrastructure and International Relations - Japan is considering a plan to provide subsidies for the construction of Tesla charging stations during tariff negotiations with the United States, currently only subsidizing CHAdeMO standard charging stations [6]