European countries compete for Chinese travelers

Some European countries such as the United Kingdom and France have shortened and simplified their visa application procedures for Chinese applicants this year, aiming to lure more Chinese travelers.

US' new visa policy fuels boom in visitors

More Chinese are applying for a United States visa, pushing up the number of outbound tours to the US.

Some safety-plays can look crazy

Jackie Chan, an action film star who hails from Hong Kong, said, "American stunt men are smart - they think about safety. But in Hong Kong, if you've got the guts, you do it. All of my stunt men have gotten hurt."

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Concert

New public trading platform boosts efficiency and fairness

At Chengdu's Trading and Service Center for Public Resources, big electronic screens roll out the latest information on project biddings that have just opened.

Uphill climb for Japanese brands

The New Year is around the corner but Japanese automakers are probably in no mood for celebration after their lackluster 2014 performance in the Chinese market.

Auto Special: All-new GLA SUV powered by life for a wild side

Mercedes-Benz's dynamic All New GLA SUV is ready for road challengers to experience, as the German premium vehicle producer is offering the first test drives in Sanya, Hainan province, from Dec 9 to 11.

Oil giant Total: Making mobility more efficient

One of the world's leading integrated oil and gas providers, French company Total SA also puts heavy effort into helping promote cleaner, more efficient mobility in China, the world's largest automobile market and energy consumer.

New arrival

New Porsche Cayenne

Auto Special: Kids can wish upon a star with Mercedes-Benz donations, volunteer efforts

An earthquake-hit village in Yunnan province received some early Christmas cheer over the weekend as the German premium vehicle maker Mercedes-Benz pledged funding for school reconstruction and staged special Star Wish classes with the help of volunteers.

Museum of ancient scholars

When visiting Huangshan Mountain in Huangshan city, Anhui province, take a side trip to the city's Xiuning county, where you can enjoy traditional Chinese culture, green mountains and authentic Anhui cuisine.