Nan Fang Du Shi Bao·2025-07-26 03:14Core Viewpoint - Faraday Future (FF) has faced allegations of plagiarism regarding its new FX Super One model, which is said to closely resemble the Great Wall Motors' Wei brand's Gaoshan 9. However, recent reports suggest that the FX Super One is actually an authorized model in collaboration with Great Wall Motors, which is part of FF's strategy to bridge the Chinese and American automotive industries [1][7]. Group 1: Company Developments - FF's first model, the FF 91, was launched at a high price of $300,000, but its unsustainable pricing has left the company's future uncertain [2]. - The FX Super One, launched on July 18, 2023, is expected to be priced under $80,000 (approximately 580,000 RMB) and aims to compete with the Cadillac Escalade [2]. - The FX Super One features a unique design with a full-screen front replacing the traditional grille, allowing for personalized expressions through an AI system [2][3]. Group 2: Financial Performance - As of Q1 2025, FF reported revenues of only $300,000, with a significant operating loss of $4.38 million, despite securing $24.6 million in financing [3]. - Following the announcement of the FX Super One, FF secured $105 million in funding to support the model's launch and accelerate product development [3]. Group 3: Strategic Partnerships - The collaboration with Great Wall Motors is seen as a strategic move for FF to leverage established technology and access the U.S. market, especially in light of increased tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles [7][8]. - Great Wall Motors aims to achieve overseas sales of 520,000 units by 2025, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 14.51%, but has only completed 40% of its target for the first half of the year [8].