Geely Auto Launches City Recruitment Plan, Ideal i8 Challenges to Deliver 10,000 Units|Car Early Entry
| August 14, 2025, Thursday |
NO.1 Lee Huan: September Ideal i8 Challenges to Deliver Over 10,000 Units
On August 13, Lee Huan, the chairman and CEO of Geely Auto, posted on Weibo that "September goal one: Ideal i8 delivery exceeds 8000, challenges to deliver 10,000." He also indicated that the adjustment from three configurations to one configuration is a reflection of the company's rapid adjustments in supply chain, production, and sales. In order to complete this series of actions within such a short period, it will be a big test for Geely Auto's organizational abilities.
Point: Lee Huan sets September delivery goals, showing the company's determination to revamp its supply chain and sales system. This move highlights new forces in the auto industry's ability to respond quickly to changes in terminal demand, or raise expectations for the competition landscape of the new energy vehicle industry.
NO.2 Guangqi Announces Launch of Geely Auto City Recruitment Plan
On August 13, according to Guangqi's WeChat public account, the city recruitment plan for Geely Auto officially launched, prioritizing cities including Shanghai, Nanjing, Beijing, Tianjin, Guangzhou, and Chengdu. It is said that Geely Auto is a new company established by Guangqi Group with Huawei's deep empowerment. The channel mode adheres to the principle of "few merchants and many stores," using the "1+N" channel layout mode.
Point: Guangqi and Huawei's cooperation in Geely Auto launches a 40-city recruitment plan, adopting the "1+N" channel layout mode, marking the landing of their deep collaboration in the field of intelligent electric vehicles. This move may strengthen market expectations for traditional car companies' transformation into smart cars, especially for Guangqi Group's strategic positioning in the new energy track.
NO.3 Tesla's Robotaxi Service to Open to the Public in September
On August 13, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, posted on social media that the company's Robotaxi service in Austin will open to the public in September. Previously, Tesla's Robotaxi platform launched operations for a small range of users in Texas on June 22. In the past half-month, Tesla has continued to expand its service coverage area and gradually increase the number of passengers.
Point: Tesla's Robotaxi service will open to Austin in September, marking a new stage in its commercialization process. This development may strengthen market recognition of Tesla's technological leadership position, especially for its FSD system's commercial prospects.
NO.4 Porsche Adjusts 2025 Net Profit Forecast Downward
On August 13, Porsche AG announced that it currently expects net profit after adjustments to be between 16 billion and 36 billion euros for 2025, previously expected to be between 24 billion and 44 billion euros. The downward adjustment is based on current market dynamics and the revised performance outlook of Volkswagen Group and Porsche SE.
Point: Porsche AG adjusts its 2025 net profit forecast downward, reflecting the structural challenges faced by luxury car manufacturers. This move may lead investors to reassess the profitability expectations of European high-end car brands, especially considering the simultaneous downward adjustment in Volkswagen Group's overall performance outlook.
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