
Domestic News - In July, China's industrial production maintained steady growth, with 35 out of 41 major industrial sectors showing year-on-year increases, resulting in a growth rate of 85.4%. The electronic, electrical machinery, and automotive sectors contributed 36.4% to the growth of industrial output [2] - Wuhan's automobile replacement and upgrade policy will be suspended from August 19, 2025, requiring consumers to complete vehicle registration and subsidy applications by August 31, 2025 [3] - Hunan has launched a "mobile power bank" V2G vehicle-to-grid interactive pilot project, allowing excess energy from electric vehicles to be sent back to the grid [4] - Shanghai's first batch of autonomous smart connected taxis has officially started operations, covering 58 locations with a fare structure starting at 16 yuan for trips under 5 kilometers [5] - Dongfeng Motor and China National Chemical Corporation have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to enhance collaboration in technology innovation, supply chain optimization, and overall vehicle solutions [6] - Li Auto has introduced a self-driving tour support plan, offering vehicle inspections and quick repair services along designated travel routes until October 31, 2025 [7] - Great Wall Motors has inaugurated its first factory in Brazil, with plans for a second factory to increase production capacity, targeting annual sales of 250,000 to 300,000 vehicles [8] International News - Global electric vehicle sales increased by 27% in the first seven months of 2025, reaching 10.7 million units, with China leading at 6.5 million units and a growth rate of 29% [10] - Japan's exports of used cars to Sri Lanka surged to 46.9 billion yen (approximately 318 million USD) in the first half of 2025, nearing a six-month export high [11] - Indian automaker Mahindra has launched a limited edition "Batman" electric SUV, with only 300 units available for sale [12][13] - Lucid Motors will offer a $7,500 leasing discount for its Gravity model in response to the upcoming expiration of the U.S. federal electric vehicle tax credit [15] Commercial Vehicles - Dongfeng Motor has delivered its first batch of 50 new energy dump trucks in Yichang, supporting green mining and low-carbon logistics development [16] - Brazil has welcomed its first Chinese hydrogen fuel heavy truck, marking the introduction of Chinese hydrogen and fuel cell technology into the Brazilian market [17] - BYD has announced its first electric small truck, named T4, expanding its commercial vehicle lineup and preparing for a market launch in the second half of 2025 [18] - Dongfeng Motor and JD Group have signed a strategic cooperation agreement focusing on vehicle marketing, after-sales service, and smart logistics [19]