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SAO PAULO, Nov. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Geely Auto, a world-leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles, is expanding its electric line-up in the global market with the launch of the Geely EX2, its best-selling electric hatchback. The compact city car was launched in Brazil on 6th November, where it was unveiled alongside the brand's ambitious plan to lead the global B-segment market towards a more refined future. Geely Auto Launched the Geely EX2 in Brazil Built on GEA architecture, the Geely EX2 boasts a sleek design, advanced technology, safety features, and impressive performance, setting a new standard for urban electric mobility. It measures 4,135 mm in length, 1,805 mm in width, and 1,580 mm in height, with a 2,650 mm wheelbase that strikes the perfect balance between agile handling and class-leading cabin space. The Geely EX2 establishes a safety benchmark for city cars. It features a comprehensive safety protection system centered on battery safety, comprising the Geely Battery Safety System, an optimized high-strength structure, and a real-time temperature monitoring system. In terms of structural safety, the Geely EX2 features reinforced cabin structures, including a cage body and a #-shaped rear subframe, as well as a tri-directional energy-absorbing structure to enhance structural integrity in various conditions. Before its launch in China, the compact city car made its overseas debut at the 2024 Automechanika Frankfurt, Germany, along with plans to go global. Operating under the name Xingyuan, it was the best-selling model in the Chinese market from January to September 2025, and the second-best-selling BEV model worldwide in August 2025. In September 2025, the model set a new milestone by becoming the fastest to exceed 400,000 units in sales in the Chinese market. The launch of the Geely EX2 in Brazil further solidifies Geely's focus on the country's market. The Geely EX5, Geely Auto's first model in Brazil, was launched in August 2025 and has quickly become the best seller in its segment. In accordance with the agreement between Renault and Geely Holding, Renault do Brasil will manufacture Geely Auto-branded zero and low-emission vehicles at the Ayrton Senna plant. As the latest addition to Geely Auto's electrified lineup, the Geely EX2 is scheduled to launch in markets across five continents within one year. By entering major European markets, it is set to amplify Geely Auto's presence on the continent. In the SEA region, it will soon be available in Thailand, Indonesia, and other countries.
HONG KONG, Nov. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TÜV SÜD successfully hosted the "2025 Retail & Consumer Products Summit" at the headquarters building of the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC). The summit brought together industry experts and partners for in-depth exchanges on key topics including Carbon Management, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), Supply Chain Audit, Consumer Product Cybersecurity, and Consumer Product Batteries Safety and Regulatory Requirements. It aimed to assist enterprises in navigating the increasingly complex market dynamics and regulatory environment, jointly driving the industry towards a safer, higher-quality, and more sustainable future. Mr. Dirk von Wahl, CEO of TÜV SÜD North Asia At the opening of the summit, Mr. Dirk von Wahl, CEO of TÜV SÜD North Asia, delivered a welcome address and extended our sincere gratitude to our partners for their ongoing trust and support. He emphasized the importance of collaborative win-win partnerships during this critical period of industry transformation. "Faced with an evolving landscape characterized by rising consumer expectations, increasingly stringent regulations, and sustainability becoming a core issue, TÜV SÜD remains committed to leveraging our global network and professional expertise to help enterprises steadily address these challenges and jointly build a trustworthy future." he stated. Mr. Josef Bichler, Vice President of Global Operations Business Unit Consumer Product at TÜV SÜD, presented global service updates. He elaborated on the customer-centric "POWER 2030" strategy, designed to empower clients by expanding TÜV SÜD's global network, driving digital innovation, and offering integrated sustainability services to navigate future challenges, ensuring product safety, compliance, and competitive advantage. During the summit, TÜV SÜD's experts shared cutting-edge insights on core industry challenges: Mr. Solomon Zhou, Senior Expert, Sustainability, CPS, focused on carbon management, explaining strategies to accurately measure, manage, and reduce Scope 3 emissions within the retail value chain, and establishing reliable data systems to provide actionable pathways for companies to achieve their carbon targets. Ms. Cynthia Xue, Technical Expert, ESG, analyzed how the EU's omnibus trend is reshaping business compliance, offering guidance on adjusting operations and strategies to maintain a competitive edge in the evolving European market. Ms. Summer Xia, Section Manager, Corporate Social Responsibility Business Line, elaborated on practical methods for integrating sustainability into all stages of the supply chain – from sourcing and production to logistics – highlighting its multiple benefits in reducing operational risks, enhancing efficiency, and strengthening brand reputation. Mr. Maxime Hernandez, Program Manager, Cybersecurity, Global Digital, addressed new cybersecurity regulations such as the EU's RED Delegated Act, explaining the profound impact on global product compliance standards and proposing strategies to meet emerging cybersecurity requirements. Mr. Marco Frank, Technical Manager, Battery Business Division, emphasized the critical role of battery safety in product compliance and brand trust. He provided a systematic interpretation of essential safety standards, testing requirements, and market access strategies to help companies ensure the reliability of their battery-powered products. TÜV SÜD established a high-value platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration within the retail and consumer products sector. Participants reached a consensus that in the current era defined by the convergence of green transformation and digitalization, mere compliance is no longer sufficient to address systemic challenges. They agreed that only through cross-sector collaboration, knowledge integration, and continuous innovation can the industry build a resilient, secure, and sustainable new ecosystem. As a technical service partner with nearly 160 years of experience, TÜV SÜD will continue to leverage its global network and professional capabilities. Together with our partners across various sectors to translate insights into actions, collectively shaping a high-quality future for the retail and consumer products industry. Founded in 1866 as a steam boiler inspection association, the TÜV SÜD Group has evolved into a global enterprise. Almost 30,000 employees work at over 1,000 locations to continually improve technology, systems and expertise. They contribute significantly to making technical innovations such as Industry 4.0, autonomous driving and renewable energy safe and reliable. tuvsud.com
BRISBANE, Australia, Oct. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Waste Recycling Industry Association Queensland (WRIQ) has announced ENCAPS as the overall winner of the 2025 Lithium Battery Innovation Challenge, recognising its outstanding contribution to factory safety, fire prevention, and resource recovery within Queensland's waste and recycling industry. Demonstration of ENCAPS F-500 Encapsulator Agent technology at host organisation ResourceCo ENCAPS is the Australian distributor of F-500 Encapsulator Agent, an advanced fire suppression technology that delivers rapid knockdown performance on lithium-ion battery fires. Working at a molecular level, the agent encapsulates flammable vapours, cools thermal runaway events up to 20 times faster than water, and suppresses smoke and toxins. It is biodegradable, non-toxic, non-corrosive, and free from PFAS and fluorine – making it both safe and sustainable. ENCAPS integrated an F-500 EA solution into operational safety procedures at industry host ResourceCo's Brisbane resource recovery facility – a site that regularly experiences battery-related fire incidents. The pilot demonstrated how the solution can enhance fire management practices, reduce water use, and improve worker safety. WRIQ Chief Executive Officer Alison Price congratulated ENCAPS on its leadership in advancing practical, scalable safety innovations for the recycling sector. "Battery fires are one of the most urgent challenges facing our industry. ENCAPS has shown how global technology can be applied locally to prevent fires, protect workers, and improve resource recovery," Ms Price said. "Their collaboration with ResourceCo is a model of what our industry can achieve when innovation, safety, and sustainability come together. It's a fantastic example of circular economy thinking in action." The Challenge also recognised VisionHQ, which received a Commendable Award for its AI-powered hazardous waste detection system for waste facilities and collection trucks in collaboration with industry host REMONDIS Australia. Using advanced cameras and edge computing, the system identifies dangerous materials such as lithium-ion batteries in real time, alerting personnel before compaction. This helps prevent fires, protects workers, and improves the quality of recyclable materials. The Lithium Battery Innovation Challenge, delivered through WRIQ's broader Battery Fire Prevention Project, was established to accelerate practical industry-led solutions that reduce fire risks, improve recovery outcomes, and strengthen Queensland's recycling infrastructure. It is supported by the Queensland Government and a range of WRIQ member organisations. "The calibre of entries we received this year shows that the waste and recycling industry is serious about innovation," Ms Price said. "From AI detection to chemical suppression and safer product design, our members are leading the charge in finding real solutions to battery fire risk." WRIQ acknowledges the many judges and supporting companies within the WRIQ membership base, including Phoenix Power Recycling, JJs Waste and Recycling, Cleanaway, Pure Environment, and Sims Metal. WRIQ will continue to collaborate with government, industry, and research partners to translate the Challenge outcomes into practical on-site safety improvements and policy reform. For more information, visit www.challengewaste.com.au ABOUT THE WRIQ CHALLENGE WASTE COMPETITION ChallengeWaste is a one-off program designed to attract and foster international and Australian ingenuity to address lithium battery safety in waste management. It is proudly funded through the Queensland Government's Recycling and Jobs Fund and judged by senior leaders from industry and government. ABOUT WRIQ The Waste and Recycling Industry of Queensland (WRIQ) is the unified voice of waste management, recycling and resource recovery in the State. Representing just under a hundred Queensland-based organisations ranging from multi-nationals through to small family owned and operated businesses, WRIQ engages in a broad range of state-specific issues of strategic importance to the sustainability and development of the sector.
WUHU, China, Oct. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As the global automotive industry undergoes a once-in-a-century transformation, a profound paradigm shift is underway. While many automakers focus on tech paths and market rivalry, Chery has embraced an open approach—moving from "technology-driven" to "ecosystem co-creation." From October 17 to 21, 2025, the 2025 Chery International User Summit took place in Wuhu under the theme "CO-CREATE • CO-DEFINE." The event has become a benchmark for ecosystem building. Here, "co-creation" is a core methodology across R&D, product definition, and global expansion. Aerial View of the Exhibition Venue Technological Innovation: From Lab to Real-World Validation From the next-generation hybrid engine with 48% thermal efficiency to 310 Wh/kg high-energy batteries, Chery Group has built not only leading technologies but also a rigorous, global all-scenario validation system. This framework proves each innovation across diverse conditions—from European snow and ice to Middle Eastern heat, Southeast Asian humidity, and South American mountains. With programs such as Exlantix ES trials in Europe, Jaecoo 7 snow testing, and Omoda 9 towing scenarios, Chery's technologies are refined under extreme, real-world use—achieving true localization, "developed somewhere, for everywhere." The system marks Chery Group's shift from pure tech developer to trusted global mobility partner: beyond lab data, innovation is proven in daily life for users worldwide. User Co-Creation: Turning Global Users into Product Co-Designers At the summit, Chery International deployed a structured co-creation model: over 1,200 participants from nearly 100 countries converted immersive driving experiences into actionable inputs. Through dynamic drive surveys, static design studies, and real-time evaluations of performance, design, and features, individual feedback was aggregated into a loop from insight to optimization—keeping Chery Group's R&D in step with real user needs worldwide. This mechanism elevates users from consumers to co-definers of products. As Chairman Yin Tongyue noted, building a global innovation network across new energy, intelligence, and AI depends on deep user co-creation—turning participation into progress and insight into innovation. Chery Test Drive Partner Co-Creation: From Supply Chain to Innovation Community At a deeper level of ecosystem building, Chery International is redefining its partnership model with global collaborators. This transformation is not limited to the "Global Partner Co-Development Ceremony" held during the Tech Night, but extends throughout every aspect of daily R&D and market expansion. Chery has elevated its relationships with partners from traditional supply-chain cooperation to strategic alliances for joint standard-setting, shared R&D outcomes, and global market development.In hybrid technology, Chery works with key suppliers to co-define next-generation system testing standards and interface protocols. In intelligent driving, Chery collaborates to establish validation frameworks tailored to different global markets. In battery safety, Chery and its partners jointly develop testing procedures that exceed industry benchmarks. This deeply collaborative innovation model enables Chery Group to integrate world-class technological resources while giving partners a seat at the forefront of global innovation. Through joint development, partners gain access to Chery Group's technological roadmap and contribute their expertise to global product platforms—evolving from traditional "suppliers" into true co-creators of technology. Chery Executives at the Launch Ceremony Ecological Community: A Core Pillar of Global Sustainability As of September 2025, Chery Group serves over 17.72 million users across more than 120 countries and regions—evidence of a growing mobility ecosystem co-built with users and partners. Within this evolving system, technology, users, and partners create a virtuous cycle: user input makes R&D more market-driven, iteration elevates experience, and ecosystem growth expands partner opportunity—fuelling Chery Group's sustained competitiveness. As the industry enters a period of deep adjustment, Chery International's "CO-CREATE • CO-DEFINE" initiative goes beyond building cars to building a self-evolving, innovation-driven global mobility ecosystem. It defines a distinctive path centered on co-creation and sustainability—where every participant helps shape a more sustainable, human-centred future for mobility.
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia and WUHU, China, Oct. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In October 2025, the OMODA&JAECOO International User Summit was grandly held to worldwide attention, with the International Technology Night becoming the highlight of the event. During this segment, OMODA&JAECOO's parent company showcased its comprehensive strength in smart mobility, hybrid powertrains, engines, and solid-state battery technology, demonstrating a deep integration of technology and user experience. As a long-term technology runner, OMODA&JAECOO's parent company has continuously pushed the boundaries of core powertrain technologies: breaking through global battery safety limits, mastering solid-state battery technology, and setting industry benchmarks; boldly venturing into innovation "no-man's lands," achieving a revolutionary 48% engine thermal efficiency—while mainstream engines typically range from 38% to 45%, each 1% increase faces immense systemic challenges. The R&D team overcame these technical hurdles with multiple disruptive innovations, including a 26:1 ultra-high expansion ratio, hyperbolic triple-linkage mechanisms, 35% EGR rate, and thermal insulation coatings, staying at the forefront of engine technology. This breakthrough is not only a technical achievement but also reshapes the value of hybrid vehicles: data shows that for every 1% increase in thermal efficiency, overall vehicle fuel consumption drop by approximately 2.5%. In the future, hybrid vehicles are expected to enter the "1-liter fuel consumption era," approaching the energy cost of pure electric vehicles and delivering long-term economic and practical value to users. Meanwhile, AIMOGA, representing the intelligent service platform, was unveiled at the event, showcasing the brand's practical application of AI and human-machine interaction, making technology truly serve users' lives. The core technology highlights of OMODA&JAECOO hybrid vehicles were also comprehensively presented during the summit, demonstrating the brand's leadership in power and energy efficiency. Equipped with the world-leading SHS Super Hybrid System, the three core components work in deep synergy to achieve "super performance, super range, ultra-low energy consumption, and super power." The success of International Technology Night not only showcased OMODA&JAECOO and its parent company's comprehensive strength in smart mobility and core powertrain technologies but also reaffirmed the brand's commitment to "co-creating a better life with users." Notably, the brand, in collaboration with the AIMOGA team, developed the AIMOGA, becoming a typical practice of intelligent co-creation in the automotive industry and further expanding the brand's innovation boundaries in intelligent technology. In Malaysia, OMODA JAECOO currently offers models including J7, J7 PHEV, J8, and C9, and will continue to introduce more new models that meet local market demand. Under the same group, OMODA&JAECOO has 3 sister brands in Malaysia - Chery, iCAUR and Lepas.
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