Domestic News - Inner Mongolia has issued new regulations for the testing of intelligent connected vehicles, emphasizing safety and a gradual approach to testing and commercialization [2] - By the end of 2024, the loan balance for new energy vehicles is expected to reach 204.1 billion RMB, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 23.44% [3] - Seres Group has signed a cooperation agreement with Harbin Institute of Technology to establish a joint innovation research institute for smart vehicles, aiming to enhance collaboration in technology and talent development [4] - Avita plans to launch 17 new products by 2030, with an annual production capacity of 280,000 vehicles at its smart factory [6] - GAC Group has initiated the second phase of its IPD and digital transformation project, focusing on improving operational efficiency and collaboration [7] - Chery Automobile has announced a patent for a folding wing mechanism for flying cars, enhancing space efficiency for road use [8] - Li Auto has surpassed 3,000 supercharging stations, with a robust financial reserve of 110.7 billion RMB to support further expansion [9] - XPeng's self-developed Turing AI chip has received stringent automotive-grade certification, showcasing its advanced processing capabilities [10] International News - Thailand's new car sales slightly decreased by nearly 2% in the first half of the year, with a total of 302,694 vehicles sold [11] - General Motors is shifting its in-car entertainment system to a Google-based platform, phasing out Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, despite some consumer dissatisfaction [13] - Nissan plans to consolidate its production operations in Mexico into a single facility to enhance efficiency and support sustainable growth [14] - Waymo is expanding its ride-hailing services to Dallas, Texas, in collaboration with Avis Budget Group for fleet management [16] Commercial Vehicles - The Ministry of Transport is promoting fair distribution of interests among platform drivers and cargo owners, focusing on risk-sharing and timely payment of freight [17] - Foton has launched several new electric commercial vehicles, aiming to lead the green logistics sector [18] - Linyi City has announced a subsidy program for the scrapping and updating of old operational trucks, with a maximum subsidy of 140,000 RMB [19] - Foton's mid-year business meeting highlighted strategies for becoming a leading brand in the light commercial vehicle sector [21]