New arrival
GAC Honda Accord Sport Turbo
The Japanese automaker's Chinese venture launched a new generation of its flagship Accord Sport Turbo on April 16 in Beijing, with an all-new powertrain, infotainment system and exterior.
The refreshed model arrives with two engine options, 260Turbo and 230Turbo, dynamic performance and fuel efficiency, according to the company. A new generation transmission system has been fitted, upping the speed and efficiency of gear changes. The Accord's idle-stop energy saving function, allows it to consume just six liters of fuel per 100 kilometers.
The new model uses motion detection to upgrade its safety features, as well as Honda's Collision Mitigation Brake System and Road Departure Mitigation. It is also fitted with adaptive cruise control and system which detect movement in road lanes and blind spot information.
A 360-degree panoramic video system is equipped for the first time in the Accord family, while a pedestrian protection system helps secure the safety for the people around the vehicle.
WeltMeister EX5
The Chinese automobile startup announced Friday in Beijing that it has begun accepting preorders for its maiden model, the fully-electric EX5 compact SUV, which boasts all-round vehicle-human interaction.
The vehicle has been built to be connected to users' mobile devices and smart home appliances. Its Living Engine system, which Welt-Meister claims to be the soul of the EX5, enables users to control the on-board infotainment system and home appliances through gesture and voice control.
The vehicle has been aerodynamically designed to reduce drag in order to save fuel and boost its driving range.
Its large wheel rims, all-in-one headlights, hidden door handles, and all-in-one taillights all reduce the EX5's wind resistance.
The electric model has driving ranges from 300 kilometers for the lower configured version, to 460 km for the top version, and comes at a suggested starting price of 179,800 yuan ($28,395.83) to 298,800 yuan.
(China Daily 04/23/2018 page19)
