'Connected car' rewiring consumer demand

Connected cars are so desirable in China that demand surpasses even Western auto markets, research company Nielsen found in a recent survey.

Citroen in top gear with Shanghai sweep

The Citroen C-Elysee WTCCs recorded a stunning one-through-four result in Shanghai to take the World Touring Car Championship as Jose Maria Lopez won the race followed by Ma Qinghua, Yvan Muller and Sebastien Loeb.

Laird auto antennas for cutting-edge connectivity

Britain's Laird PLC has opened a new telematics plant in Shanghai to meet the growing demand for connectivity from automakers.

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Bosch safety functions lead the way to automated driving

Connectivity and autonomous driving are two major development trends to further enhance cars and driving safety, according to German technology provider Bosch.

Auto Special: VW open day showcases innovations for Chinese drivers

Volkswagen Group's engineers in China are doing vital work to help the brand succeed in the increasingly demanding Chinese automotive market.

A fit-showing jump is a two-in-one bid

Mark Twain wrote, "His money is twice tainted: 'taint yours and 'taint mine."

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Province goes all out to protect cultural heritage

Thanks to local government efforts to protect and preserve intangible cultural heritages, visitors to Shandong province can see numerous traditional folk arts and skills.

Shandong rich in ancient cities

As one of the important cradles of Chinese civilization, Shandong province in East China is home to 10 national historical and cultural cities, each with their own distinctive features.

Arts industry thrives in painting city

The Shandong city of Weifang is drawing on its rich cultural resources and strong arts scene to boost the development of its painting and calligraphy industry.