Favorable policies and rising public acceptance gave a lift to alternative-fuel vehicle production last month, with output up fivefold year-on-year to 6,599 vehicles.
Japanese auto manufacturer Toyota plans to open access to more than 5,600 patents related to hydrogen fuel cells, a move expected to reshape the fuel cell vehicle sector.
Geely is leading Chinese automakers in terms of innovative capacity.
Germany-based auto giant Volkswagen will open a new plant to produce DL382 transmission, a kit for Audi cars, in North China's Tianjin municipality in 2016.
Phil Murtaugh has been appointed CEO of the Qoros Automotive Co, a young global carmaker headquartered in China.
Privately held renewables company Hanergy Holding Group Ltd announced on Monday that it will develop a totally solar-powered car that can go into commercial production in October.
New-energy vehicles, especially purely electric models, will see increased development in 2015 now that the government and businesses are exploring new roads to improve the charging network.
Chinese automaker Dongfeng Motor Corporation is now another step closer to its dream of selling its trucks in more overseas markets.
German premium carmaker Audi AG vows to grow steadily and cement its position in China this year.
Shanghai Volkswagen Automotive Co has launched an investigation into tires produced by Sumitomo Rubber Industries' China plants.
On Friday, the inaugural Jaguar Achievers Awards 2015 was held to pay tribute to car owners who embrace the marque's "Never Stop Achieving" spirit to reap success in their own industries.
Chinese Internet entertainment giant Letv has set up a company responsible for its electric car program, it said at a press conference in Beijing on Jan 20.
Infiniti will further localize its development in China in response to the Chinese government's economic transition and innovation driven policies, said a senior company executive.
Chinese carmaker BYD announced its "5-4-2" plan for its series of hybrid sport utility vehicles at a gala last week in Shenzhen, its home in Guangdong province.
The first Tesla Supercharger station in Tianjin was put to use on Saturday. The Superchargers are among the world's fastest charging systems.
The first batch of 304 premium sedans formerly owned by the central government and various sub organs is to be auctioned off this Sunday, Jan 25 in Beijing.
Electric vehicles are expected to account for at least 11 percent of all new vehicles sold in China in the next decade on the back of growing environmental awareness.
The Qoros 3 City SUV that hit the market in December is designed to attract young, well-educated consumers looking for a car to fit their active, premium city lifestyle.
Beijing Mercedes-Benz Sales Service Co Ltd took its "My Service" after-sales brand promise another step forward on Jan 15 at the fashionable 798 Art Zone in Beijing.
BMW Brilliance introduced its ZINORO brand in Shanghai on Jan 14, making it easier for e-mobility aficionados in the metropolis to experience premium electric cars.