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What began in a college dorm as a doomed swordsman’s story has evolved into one of China’s most anticipated game titles.

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Asia&#8217;s growth outlook brightens, though trade uncertainties linger: ADB

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Total trips completed by WeRide robotaxis: 147,128

Baidu leads Chinese search engines, voice assistants, autonomous driving research, and AI platforms connecting users with information and services.

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China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

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WeRide and Baidu are in a race to offer China's first "true" driverless taxis.

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Li Auto develops electric vehicles that combine smart cockpit systems, advanced safety features, and long-distance battery support.

Nio, a Chinese electric car maker, specializes in high-performance EVs, battery-swapping solutions, and autonomous driving technologies.

Xpeng Motors builds intelligent EVs equipped with advanced infotainment systems, autonomous features, and sleek electric mobility designs.

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China's EV startups have posted strong Q3 results as clean-energy cars gain national support.

KEY STAT | Chinese Tesla rival Nio reports largest quarterly deliveries in Q3

Didi, a Chinese mobility platform, connects riders to taxis, private cars, and ride-sharing options, integrating AI-driven route optimization.

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The vehicle includes ride-hailing-specific features taking into account driver and passenger safety, health, and comfort.

Didi, BYD unveil customized EV for ride-hailing

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Beijing doubles earlier target as Baidu and Didi test robotaxis.

China wants self-driving tech in half of new cars by 2025

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Taobao and Tmall users can enjoy rebates worth up to USD 1,500 after buying a car from the Chinese automaker.

Alibaba teams up with SAIC Motor to boost car sales amid industry recovery

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As part of Singapore’s plans to phase out internal combustion engine vehicles by 2040, the country is ramping up the installation of EV charging points.

Tesla plans to set up own EV charging infrastructure in Singapore

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From mines to batteries and cars, country to shoot for ASEAN hub status.

Indonesia aims to grab EV supply chain with CATL and Hyundai

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iCar Asia owns and operates a network of automotive portals that reaches 12 million car buyers and sellers every month.

Malaysian company iCar Asia reveals acquisition proposal from China’s Autohome

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WM Motor to recall almost 10% of sold EVs in 2020

The Chinese carmaker is in the process of filing a Shanghai IPO.