Group 1 - BYD announced the launch of its car-to-phone connectivity feature across all its brands, compatible with major domestic smartphone brands [1] - Geely Auto signed a merger agreement with Zeekr, with Geely acquiring all remaining shares of Zeekr, offering shareholders cash or shares as compensation [1] - Mercedes-Benz announced the upcoming launch of its all-electric CLA model in China this fall, featuring locally developed driving assistance technology [1] - Aito's M8 electric version is set to launch in August, equipped with HUAWEI ADS 4 and a CATL 100 kWh battery [1] Group 2 - Zhijie Auto officially unveiled its new logo, symbolizing innovation and defiance of definitions [2] - Lantu Auto's legal department reported malicious rumors targeting the brand, leading to a police report and investigation into a specific brand's agency [2] - XPeng Huitian completed a $250 million Series B financing round to accelerate the development and mass production of its flying car [2] - Global sales of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles increased by 24% year-on-year in June, reaching 1.8 million units [2] Group 3 - Tesla opened its first showroom in Mumbai, India, and announced the pricing for the Model Y, starting at approximately $69,757 [3] Group 4 - Nissan announced the closure of its Zama plant in Japan by the end of the 2027 fiscal year as part of a global restructuring plan [4] - General Motors plans to produce low-cost batteries at its Ultium Cells joint venture with LG Energy Solutions in the U.S. [4] - Volvo announced a one-time charge of approximately $1.2 billion due to U.S. tariffs and delays in launching key models [4] Group 5 - Renault Group appointed Duncan Minto as interim CEO, effective July 15, until a new CEO is officially appointed [5]