BAIC (Beijing Automotive) has unveiled in China its first self-developed electric car, the BE701. The BE701 was built by BAIC’s Beijing New Energy Automotive subsidiary.
Claimed specifications for the car so far looks pretty decent – a 200km range on a full charge, 0 to 100km/h in 15 seconds, and a top speed of 160km/h, which are quite acceptable figures for a car. Maybe not for a car that looks as grand as the BE701 but anyone could live with those sort of specifications.
The 200km range will of course keep it as a city solely for city use, but it will be more than enough for a day’s use before getting to a charge point for an overnight charge.
Beijing Automotive also announced a new clean energy vehicle development and manufacturing facility which it built for 2.28 billion yuan (RM1.13 billion). The facility will be able to churn out 50,000 EVs and 100,000 hybrid models annually.
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Comments express skepticism about China’s claim of self-developed technology for BAIC BE701, suggesting it may be mainly copying established models like Hyundai or Toyota. Many commenters praise China’s rapid progress and market potential but criticize their branding, design, and originality. There is pride in Malaysia’s automotive industry, with some skepticism about China’s innovation, and concerns that China’s EV development relies on reverse engineering. Overall, mixed sentiments of admiration for China’s growth and doubts about true originality.