The big names battle back at Shanghai motor show

Overview

Traditional big names showed their wares at Shanghai this week as they fought to return to dominance in the world’s largest market.

Chinese makers are leading the way in a fast-moving market and intense pressure to cut prices.

VW will introduce 10 more electric models by 2026 and reduce development time by nearly 40pc. 

Toyota unveiled two new EVs while Lexus showed off its “Luxury Mover” (LM) hybrid.

Revealed: The first picture of Volkswagen’s new ID.7 limousine

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Eddie Cunningam