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Unprecedented Lineup of New Energy Vehicle Makers Gather at Shanghai International Green Auto Show

SHANGHAI, June 30, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The Shanghai International Green Auto Show, the largest new energy vehicle exhibition in China, is being held at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) from June 28 to June 30, 2016.

Nearly one hundred new energy vehicles will be on display at the event, drawing much attention from the automobile industry. China's leading automakers have sent top executives from their head offices who will be presenting the most complete lineup of Chinese proprietary automobile brands.

The inaugural Shanghai International Green Auto Show is co-organized by CCPIT Shanghai, CCPIT Automotive Sub-Council, SIEC and SAE China in a move to respond to the new concept for development, the gist of which is encapsulated by the tagline, "Innovation, Harmonization, Green, Open and Sharing", as proposed at the 5th Plenary Session of 18th CPC Central Committee, with the aim of fueling the growth of the Chinese automobile industry.

The event will provide a 30,000-square-meter showcase zone spread across the expo center's W4 and W5 pavilions as well as a 5,000-square-meter outdoor new energy vehicle test driving and experience zone for showcasing China's new energy vehicles and technologies. Event organizers aim to create a professional, world-class, brand marketing-oriented exhibition that will act as an industry leader and transform Shanghai into the venue of choice for new energy vehicle debuts, showcases and exchanges.

Highlights: Five must-see highlights at the upcoming Shanghai International Green Auto Show

1. The event will bring together China's five major carmakers as well as other proprietary and joint venture brands

As the new energy vehicle market grows, long-established and emerging carmakers are strategically building their presence in the market. The Shanghai International Green Auto Show provides an overview of the rapidly growing new energy vehicle market by displaying a wide range of products. SAIC, FAW, DFAC, BAIC and ChangAn will reveal the directions they are headed in and their priorities in the new energy industry by displaying their latest new energy vehicle models.

With the support of Chinese government policies that actively support the sector, a plethora of proprietary brands are emerging and growing rapidly in the market. SAIC General Motors, Great Wall Motor, JAC, BYD, Geely, Foton, Brilliance Auto, Denza, DS, Soueast Motor, HAWTAI Motor and Zotye Auto will also showcase their highly recognized and much talked about flagship products. The nearly 20 exhibitors at the event include all the major Chinese new energy vehicle manufacturers. Visitors will gain deep insights into the future trends of the market and the latest results and achievements among Chinese automakers as they grow their new energy vehicle businesses.

2. A full range of new energy vehicles to be displayed at the event

The Shanghai International Green Auto Show will showcase nearly 100 new energy vehicles, including new energy-powered light trucks, buses, SUVs, passenger cars and racing models. New energy vehicles require unique technical designs and configurations based on their special characteristics and the service environments of the different models.

The diversified power sources of new energy vehicles include the popular hybrid model as well as pure lithium battery, fuel battery and methanol, demonstrating the different development paths for the vehicles. In addition, exhibits will consist of modified electric cars based on established models as well as proprietary and innovative new models, all of which are the results of two different development strategies among carmakers.

The exhibition zone will focus on new ideas and technologies, as well as intelligent and green products and equipment. In addition to hot-selling and highly-praised models, the event will also display the internal structure of electric cars, which is expected to impress visitors instantly with details of new internal technologies. The smart new energy vehicles developed in concert with internet companies will provide visitors with a 360-degree view of the latest trends and technologies in the new energy vehicle market.    

3. First outdoor test driving zone creates a new interactive experience

In addition to the two indoor pavilions W4 and W5 at SNIEC, the 30,000-square-meter exhibition zone will, for the first time, also include a 5,000-squre-meter outdoor test driving experience zone, located outside of the W3 pavilion. At the outdoor exhibition zone, visitors will have an opportunity to have superior and comfortable driving experiences by testing nine new energy vehicles from three brands.

BYD will provide four BYD Tang models as part of the BYD Dynasty family of vehicles for the test drive. Test drivers will have an opportunity to experience four different driving models enhanced by a panoramic sunroof. Two BYD Qin models have been designed with black and brown interiors, reflecting the models' calm and sporty features. The interiors will deliver a comfortable and joyful drive experience through the choice of more elastic and tactile materials.

The intelligent electronic configurations include an in-vehicle networking platform and driver's seat memory system. These intelligent technologies provide 24-hour information services as well as people and car rescue, vehicle localization, cloud services, remote control, chat and other features. Qin's dashboard has an in-built iRobot, which rises into position automatically when the vehicle starts and communicates with the driver and passengers using expressions, motions and voice. In addition to the silent and comfortable experience, visitors will experience the novel and fantastic intelligent technologies of new energy vehicles.

JAC's popular iEV5 model will showcase its unique and intelligent 7-inch touch-screen central console, which provides digital entertainment and vehicle maintenance alert services. Intelligent remote control is handled through a mobile app. In addition, the PM2.5 dust filtration system helps create a clean and clear environment inside.

Geely will bring two Emgrand EVs to the test driving zone. Emgrand EV is Geely's first product introduced in the mainstream electric vehicle market. The vehicle was developed based on the fuel-powered Emgrand, one of the best-selling sedans among China's proprietary automobile brands. In addition to the same consistent high performance and high-end configurations as the fuel-powered Emgrand, the Emgrand EV provides enhanced noise-proofing thanks to its battery-powered drive system. When test-driving the Emgrand EV, drivers will experience a smoother and quieter environment inside.

The breakthrough outdoor test driving zone will create a visual feast at the event and provide visitors with a pleasurable interactive experience. Additionally, the zone will allow visitors to get a better and more thorough understanding of the development of new energy vehicles, assuring an enhanced result on the sales side when exhibitors launch their next round of marketing and promotional efforts.

4. The event will bring together top industry veterans and technology talents assuring promising prospects

As new energy vehicles are listed by the Chinese government as one of the national strategic emerging industries, Chinese carmakers plans to make full use of the available advantages to drive the technological transformation of the automobile industry and speed up the development of new energy vehicles. Organizers also will hold a series of concurrent events on themes such as strategy, technology and markets at which approx. 200 guests will be invited to deliver speeches at 16 of the sessions.

The "Innovation and Sustainable Development"-themed 2016 New Energy Automotive Industry Summit will bring together senior executives involved in the complete automobile ecosystem including complete vehicles and core parts manufacturers as well as leading academic experts. The summit will provide comprehensive insights into current and future developments across the automobile industry in terms of corporate strategies and technological development. The summit, which will be held concurrently, will complement the Shanghai Green Auto Show to create a global new energy vehicle promotion platform.

The International Automobile Key Technologies Forum provides a variety of discussion topics. Panel discussions showcasing cutting-edge technology trends, 3D printing as well as lightweight and smart connected automobiles facilitate in-depth technological exchanges and new technology exhibitions. Other concurrent events such as Match-making Events of SAPE 2016 and 2016 AIAG Supply Chain Forum will further facilitate industry cooperation and trade partnerships.

5. Visitors are entitled to lucky draws where they can win a variety of gifts

In line with the theme of green automobiles, the event provides access to online registration as part of the overall effort to maximize environmental protection, and the adaption of intelligence technology. Visitors can receive their exclusive QR codes via registration at the official website or the official WeChat account.

Visitors are assured fast access to the exhibit halls after receiving wristbands on-site, avoiding time-consuming and tedious process of on-site registration and long lines at the entrance gate, delivering a better entry experience. In addition, organizers have put in place a multi-level registration fee system. Pre-registration fee is 20 yuan between 21 and 27 June. On-site registration fee is 50 yuan between 28 and 29 June and drops back to 20 yuan on 30 June.

About the Exhibits

1  SAIC Roewe highlights smart and connected vehicles and the achievements of its in-house R&D team. The exhibitor will showcase the first internet-enabled vehicle jointly developed with Alibaba, the Roewe eRX5. With Alibaba's proprietary Ali YunOS operating system that enables access to Alipay, Taobao, maps and other big data, the model provides drivers with a new connected and smart vehicle experience and embodies the mainstream trends of new energy and smart vehicles. The production version of the Roewe E1 concept, the E50, will also be on display. Evolved from a concept to a production version, E50 is a rare made-in-China model rather than a mere refit of a traditional automobile. E50 comes equipped with a number of new energy vehicle features. Roewe E550 and E950, two plug-in hybrid vehicles that were designed based on market demand, come equipped with core technologies developed in-house in terms of the battery, PCU and motor drive that demonstrate their strong and innovative in-house competences.

2  SAIC MAXUS' first pure electric wide-body lightweight commercial vehicle, the EV80, was developed based on V80, the Shangjieban long-axis, middle-roof model. In line with the predecessor's style, the EV80 adds more electric features, including an electronic parking brake as well as electric power steering rather than previous mechanical supercharging to further enhance intelligence. High-end model EG10 is one of the official state models used in important domestic and international meetings and at events such as APEC, the Youth Olympic Games, the CICA Summit and the SCO summit. Visitors can take a close look at the model during the show. As a fuel cell-powered vehicle, the V80 differentiates itself from a number of chemical cell-powered new energy vehicles. It comes equipped with a hydrogen cell and permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) while the storage device for hydrogen can store 6.2kg of the liquid, assuring rosy prospects for new energy vehicles.

3  AIC GM will showcase the hybrid Cadillac CT6 equipped with 2.0T and two motors, which features strong power comparable with fuel-powered models and environmental protection. CT6's engine is rated at 455 horsepower and propels the CT6 from 0-100 km in 5.6 seconds.

4. FAW will launch both commercial and passenger new energy vehicles. With dynamic and fashionable design, a human-computer interactive entertainment system and excellent handling characteristics, the company's new A-class model Junpai EV is expected to turn heads. In addition, the Besturn EV, which was built on the pure electric passenger car power platform which was developed in-house at the FAW R&D Center, was designed as a pure electric vehicle from the outset. It features a crawling start, regenerative braking, an electronic parking brake, ability to plug the vehicle into the home electric system for a recharge and quick charging, among other functionalities. The company's pure electric light-duty truck Jiefang Lion EV will also make its appearance with all four of the unique quality features of FAW's traditional light truck brands, including high efficiency, ability to handle heavy loads, fashionable design, a comfortable driving experience further enhanced by superior handling, a full range of safety as well as and new green and environmental protection features.

5.  BAIC BJEV's EU260 can meet the needs of different drivers, including commuting and short haul trips with a superior driving range of 260 km and 0-100km/h acceleration in just 9 seconds. With fast charging technology, the EU260 is able to reach an 80 per cent recharge within 30 minutes. As a representative of the advanced energy-saving technology that characterizes the BAIC BJEV's EV family, the EV160 consumes only 15 kWh per 100 miles, with capacity fading less than 20 per cent after more than 3,000 full recharges and discharges, ensuring ten years of worry free use. At the same time, the EV160 is a fast car, with acceleration from 0 to 50km/h in just 5 seconds and an engine that starts more quickly than traditional fuel-powered vehicles. With a high-end configuration, the model is built with the all-new Tricore platform control technology backed by a 32-bit dual-core CPU and designed in full compliance with international safety standards, ensuring excellent handling and vehicle safety. Besides the sunroof, outside mirrors that fold into the vehicle and are defogged electronically, rain sensor for the front windshield and automated turning on and off of the headlights based on light sensors, the EV160 comes equipped with an air conditioner core that can filter PM2.5 efficiently. Another EV family member at the exhibition is the EV200, which comes with a superior driving range of 200-260 km. Meanwhile, the EV200 set E gear model extends the driving range by 13 per cent once activated.

6. Dongfeng Motor Corporation Passenger Vehicle Co. also bring its masterpieces to the exhibition, including the E30, Dongfeng's first mass-production electric vehicle. The model is a fashionable, environmentally friendly and economical pure electric boutique car built after four years of effort. With a smart design, the E30 has a second name, the "city elf". The model is built using high strength aluminum alloy body materials, a lithium iron phosphate battery for higher electrical stability, a multilevel high voltage safety protection system, the IP67 dust- and waterproof design, visual battery management and real time safety warning systems, enabling a 7X24 monitoring and fast response capabilities. In addition, the A60EV, built on the traditional A60 platform, combines the practicality and comfort of traditional models with the superior technology and design of new energy models. The A60EV is equipped with a ternary lithium ion battery and an all-new complete vehicle control system developed in-house by Dongfeng Motor in tandem with a high-efficiency pure electric drive system from Germany. In addition, the company plans to also launch additional hybrid vehicles to meet market demands.

7. Changan Automobile integrates the best aspects of traditional passenger and commercial vehicles with light-duty new energy vehicles to launch both new energy and energy-saving products. As a mini hatchback five-door and five-seater car ideal for city driving, the new Benni EV is the most dazzling mini EV of its kind and will be on display at the exhibition. An anatomic version (where the "innards" of the car are visible through the see-through exterior) of the Eado PHEV will also on display so the internal structure of new energy vehicles can be seen and better understood by the viewing public. The pure electric Eado EV, launched on the now mature platform of Changan Eado, is China's first electric vehicle designed according to five-star safety collision standards. The model features lightweight body technology, a ternary lithium-ion power battery with high energy density and an advanced high efficiency energy recovery system . Many commercial models, including the Changan Star 5EV and the Changan Ruixing EM80, will also be showcased. As pure electric enclosed trucks, the Changan Star 5EV is a key product of classic logistics car brands. In addition, the fully functional light bus Changan Ruixing EM80 is a pure electric logistics vehicle equipped with automated safety protection and self-diagnosis functionality. The model was named the Best Recommended Brand for China's National Urban Logistics and received the 2015 Pure Electric Vehicle Logistics Vehicle Award as it supports three charging methods, including DC rapid charging, AC slow charging and charging at home to meet the differing needs of consumers.

8. Great Wall Motor's first pure electric car, the Great Wall C30EV, is a compact new energy based on the A-class C30 model and that expects to be widely popular on the back of the market acceptance of the its conventionally powered cousin. The driving range on a full charge reaches 200km.

9. Anhui Jianghuai Automobile, an automaker also known by its brand JAC Motors and that is considered quite representative of China's automobile industry, has been ranked among "China's Top 500 Manufacturing Enterprises" many times and was the first Chinese company that was awarded the ANQ Recognition for Excellence in Quality Practice in 2013. JAC will bring its independently developed iEV series of new energy vehicles including iEV4, iEV5 and iEV6 as well as its flagship model iEV6S to the auto show. Exhibits will include eight complete vehicles. On April 26, 2016, Chinese President Xi Jinping personally took the wheel of an iEV6S and was highly positive in his comments after the drive. iEV5, the first forward engineered five-seat pure electric vehicle based on a new "built-in-China" platform, is debuting in the new energy experience zone, providing hands-on experience for visitors.

10. BYD, a private high-tech company with three industrial clusters including IT, automobiles and new energy, will demonstrate its strength in the new energy vehicle field with its main electric models. C9, the world's first pure electric long range bus, uses BYD's proprietary in-wheel drive technology which can convert kinetic energy into electric energy which is then stored in the Fe battery when the bus brakes, helping to efficiently improve driving safety, relieve traditional braking pressure, increase the range, reduce energy consumption, realize zero emissions and create more economic benefits than traditional fuel buses. BYD Qin, a high-end electric sedan, is BYD's proprietary high-performance, second-generation Dual Mode (which allows drivers to switch between pure electric and hybrid) sedan. BYD Tang, a leading electric SUV brand, became the firm's best seller in April 2016. The medium-sized SUV, which is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system consisting of three engines, four wheels and dual modes, and has received enthusiastic market response for its high performance, will also debut at the auto show and serve to showcase BYD's diversified electric vehicle strategy.

11. DS will display a pure electric racing car, the DSV-01, in addition to a host of commercial vehicles, buses and passenger vehicles. As a racing car for the FE 2015-2016 season, the DSV-01 boats a maximum speed of 250km/h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4 seconds, demonstrating the strong performance of new energy vehicles in power and speed. Its core components including the power, cooling, rear wheel suspension and transmission systems were all developed in-house by DS's racing car division. With the help of the racing car, the DS Virgin Racing team performed well at this year's FE.

12. Foton is known as the largest commercial vehicle manufacturer with, among its China peers, the largest variety of products. The company will showcase a variety of models including two buses, two light trucks, two commercial vehicles and a new energy powertrain. As the only light truck in China that meets ECE requirements, Ollin EV is a pure electric, zero-pollution, zero-emission green light truck developed by Foton in collaboration with its global partners including Samsung, LG and Siemens. Designed specifically for urban logistics, Ollin EV delivers fast acceleration, easy control and driving comfort. The Aumark electric vehicle, which uses China's independently developed AMT automatic transmission and optimized high bearing chassis, is suitable for a variety of municipal and sanitation vehicle modifications. The AUV electric bus will be showcased in two models: standard and long. As the world's first 6.5-meter pure electric bus, the standard model is a community "micro circulation" bus mainly for use on narrow roads linking neighborhoods or spanning a few city blocks, allowing for seamless connections between subways and nearby neighborhoods as well as along busy thoroughfares or within a neighborhood or community. It is an ideal means of "last mile" transport for urban dwellers. The Toano V and the View G9, two commercial vehicles, deliver great comfort, environmental conservation, safety, reliability and ultra-long durability, and feature a variety of high-end configurations.

13. Zhejiang Geely will exhibit methanol-fueled and electric models. The methanol-fueled model exceeds China's national standards in terms of safety, economy, environmental protection and reliability. Its fuel costs are only a half of those of traditional gasoline-fueled cars, delivering superior performance in environmental protection and energy saving. On February 23, 2016, Geely's first six methanol-fueled cars debuted in Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland and were tested on the roads of that country. The methanol-fueled Emgrand maintained the same exterior appearance as Geely's existing gasoline-fueled model, catering to the needs of Chinese drivers with its daytime running lights using an LED source. Four radar probes are integrated into the rear of the model to increase driving safety. The Emgrand EV, also consistent with the existing model in terms of general functional layout, delivers high quality performance by leveraging a number of advanced technologies, including an electronic gear shift, an electronic parking brake (EPB) and a 7-inch smart, integrated dashboard. The electric vehicle accelerates from 0 to 50 km/h in 4.3 seconds and offers a driving range of 253km in a mixed city/highway driving environment and up to 330km at a constant 60km/h. It also supports five AC and DC charging models for use both at home and at public charging facilities.

14. Brilliance Auto will display three electric models: the Chunghwa H230 EV, the Jinbei X30 and the Jinbei Qiyun. The Chunghwa H230 EV has almost the same exterior appearance as the gasoline-fueled edition but differs in the details, including brand-new wheel disks and a large-size LCD panel which displays key driving metrics. The Jinbei X30, designed as a new energy minibus, has the same classic appearance design as the Jinbei X30 and leads the minibus sector with a maximum cargo space of 4.3 cubic meters. The Jinbei Qiyun, a pure electric van using the same sophisticated chassis technology as the SV1044DVS series, comes equipped with an improved power system which highlights the van's advantages in environmental protection without in any way compromising the high level of quality in manufacturing. 

15. Denza, a new energy car joint venture between Chinese homegrown automaker BYD and luxury carmaker Daimler, aims to produce medium and high-end new energy cars for Chinese consumers which are optimized based on the structural features inherent in electric vehicles. As the first electric car brand that passed a five-star crash test rating based on the China New Car Assessment Program (C-NCAP) standards, Denza will showcase its pure electric model which earned the highest safety rating and comes equipped with cutting-edge electric power technology and offers a driving range of up to 300 km.

16. Huatai Motor will showcase its first pure electric SUV, the xEV260, which was developed based on the carmaker's existing model, the Santafe. The energy-saving SUV maintains the general appearance of the Santafe but features new technology innovations, including a braking energy recovery system which converts thermal energy from braking into electrical energy, stores it in the capacitor and serves to extend the driving range. Huatai Motor's other exhibit, the IEV230, uses the permanent magnet synchronous motor which allows for strong power with low energy consumption, and comes equipped with a host of advanced technologies, including smart devices, keyless entry, a start stop engine system and an IVI system supporting smartphone interconnection. With a wide body, ample interior space and a strong power system, the model is perfect for both household and business use.

17. Southeast Motor's V3 Lingyue electric car comes equipped with a portable battery charger, which not only allows for charging off the home electrical system but can also be directly charged from any ordinary power supply source. The car will soon also support quick charging at charging stations. Besides, it supports smart charging based on the capacity of the battery and ensures charging safety by automatically cutting the circuit after the completion of the charging process. Southeast Motor's other exhibit, the V5 EV, is an A0-class pure electric sedan developed based on the platform of automaker's existing homegrown model, the A0-class V5, with a battery that can be recharged with a half charge in 30 minutes. The electric vehicle has a powerful electric motor with power output equaling to that of the 3.0L gasoline-fueled edition, and offers a high level of protection with a dust- and water-proof design, allowing the electric motor to operate normally even when submerged in one meter of the water for an hour. The model can easily handle flooded roads, providing protection for the power system and ensuring riding safety. It uses an active safety technology featuring high-pressure interlock, disconnect protection, relaxing the hold of safety devices when the pressure on the individual being protected is detected as being too high, overheat and excess current protection ensuring safe use of electricity. 

18. Zotye Auto will exhibit the Zotye E200 equipped with electric windows, an automated constant temperature air-conditioner, inductive doors, electronic parking brake (EPB), a hill-start assist system, an anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic brake force distribution (EBD). In addition, the model offers a number of safety configurations, including a reversing radar system, a smartphone interconnection system, a GPS, and an anti-theft alarm system. It offers a driving range of approx. 220 km and a maximum speed of 120 km/h, and can be fully recharged in six to eight hours.

With the support from exhibitors and participating organizations, the event is expected to become an international professional new energy auto show, helping to foster a new automobile culture and boost the development of the Chinese automobile sales market. Car lovers, members from the communities which support the automotive industry, and other passionate segments of the automotive world's audience are welcome to participate in the event. Thanks for your participation and looking forward to your continued attention and support of the development of the Chinese automotive industry as well as the auto show.

Upon purchasing tickets, visitors who register online on the WeChat platform beginning June 21, 2016 are entitled to a lucky draw with guaranteed winners. The draw offers a wide range of prizes, including virtual reality glasses, Kindles, chargers and Logitech keyboards, in addition to e-tickets which are randomly offered as gifts.

Contact:
Shanghai International Exhibition Co., Ltd. 
New Energy Auto Exhibition Project Team 
Tel: +86-21-62792828 
Website: www.autoshanghai.org  



Source: Shanghai International Exhibition Co., Ltd.
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