Guangdong showcases BYD's EV technology ahead of APEC summit
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As Shenzhen prepares for the November APEC summit, Guangdong province highlights its technological strength by hosting a media visit to BYD, which demonstrated rapid charging of its Denza Z9GT sedan to 700km range in six minutes at -30°C and the Yangwang U9 super-coupe's 360-degree on-the-spot rotation.
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Why It Matters
Shenzhen is preparing to host the November APEC summit, prompting Guangdong province to showcase its technological capabilities.
As Shenzhen gears up for November’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit, the southern Chinese province in which it sits, Guangdong, is making sure its technological prowess also gains global attention.
The South China Morning Post took part in the visit to BYD, the world’s top electric car maker in terms of deliveries, in eastern Shenzhen.
The company showcased its latest new energy and automotive technology, with a Denza Z9GT premium sedan being charged to a range of 700km within about six minutes at minus 30 degrees Celsius (minus 22 degrees Fahrenheit).
Outside the office building, a Yangwang U9 super-coupe showcased its quad-motor all-wheel-drive system by rotating 360 degrees on the spot.
Open Questions
- What specific APEC events will take place in Shenzhen?
- How will BYD's technology demonstrations impact its market position?
- What other Guangdong companies are highlighting technology ahead of APEC?
