The Riich G3 represents one of the final chapters in Chery Automobile’s ambitious but ultimately short-lived attempt to establish a premium automotive sub-brand under the Riich name. Introduced in the early 2010s, the G3 was positioned as a compact sedan offering enhanced refinement over mainstream Chery models, bridging the gap between affordability and aspirational design….
The Riich G5 stands as one of the most ambitious early efforts by Chery Automobile to compete in the global mid-size sedan segment. Introduced under the now-defunct Riich division, the G5 was designed to elevate the company’s image, combining European styling, turbocharged performance, and advanced features for its time. Produced between 2009 and 2013, the…
The Riich G6 represents one of the most ambitious attempts by Chery Automobile to enter the premium sedan segment during the early 2010s. Developed under Chery’s now-defunct Riich division, the G6 was designed to compete with established mid-size and full-size sedans from international manufacturers. Produced for a relatively brief period, the Riich G6 nonetheless serves…
The Riich M1 stands as one of the most important early models in Chery Automobile’s attempt to move upmarket through its short-lived Riich division. Introduced at the end of the 2000s, the M1 was designed as a modern, city-focused hatchback that combined compact dimensions with relatively advanced features for its class. Although its production run…
The Riich M5 is one of the lesser-known yet historically significant models produced by Chery Automobile under its short-lived premium sub-brand, Riich. Introduced during a period of rapid expansion and experimentation in China’s automotive industry, the M5 was designed as a more refined and practical alternative to the Riich M1 hatchback. Although it never achieved…
The Riich X1 occupies a unique place in the history of China’s automotive industry. Introduced at the end of the 2000s as part of Chery Automobile’s ambitious multi-brand strategy, the X1 was designed to elevate the company’s image through a more premium sub-brand known as Riich. Produced during a relatively short window, the Riich X1…
The Lifan 320 is one of the most recognizable early subcompact cars produced by Lifan Motors, largely due to its distinctive styling, global export strategy, and controversial resemblance to the classic Mini Cooper. Introduced in the late 2000s, the 320 became a symbol of China’s rapid entry into the small-car segment, especially in emerging markets…
The Lifan 520 holds a special place in the history of Lifan Motors as the company’s first mass-produced passenger car. Introduced in the mid-2000s, it marked Lifan’s transition from a motorcycle manufacturer into the automotive industry. Built as an affordable subcompact sedan and hatchback, the 520 became the foundation for nearly all of Lifan’s early…
The Lifan 530 represents a key step in the evolution of Lifan Motors’ passenger car lineup. Positioned as the successor to the earlier Lifan 520, the 530 was designed to modernize the company’s entry-level sedan offering while expanding its appeal in both domestic and international markets. Produced during the mid-2010s, the Lifan 530 reflects a…
The Lifan X60 is one of the most important vehicles in the history of Lifan Group, serving as the company’s first true compact crossover SUV and its most widely recognized global model. Produced for much of the 2010s, the X60 helped Lifan expand beyond small sedans and into the rapidly growing SUV market. Although it…
The Chery E5 represents a key phase in the growth of China’s modern automotive industry. Produced between 2011 and 2016, the E5 was designed as an affordable, practical compact sedan that built upon earlier Chery models while introducing incremental improvements in design, performance, and global reach. Although its lifecycle was relatively short, the E5 played…
The Haval H6 is one of the most important models produced by Great Wall Motors (GWM) under its Haval brand, widely recognized as one of China’s best-selling compact SUVs and a major export success. First launched in 2011, the H6 has evolved through multiple generations, continuous facelifts, and the introduction of electrified powertrains. The later…
RTR Vehicles is a performance automotive company known for modifying and producing specialized versions of Ford vehicles—most notably the Ford Mustang. Founded in 2009 by professional drift driver Vaughn Gittin Jr., the company built its reputation on blending motorsports engineering with factory-quality design. Over the years, RTR has developed a wide range of vehicles and…
The Geely CK stands as one of the most important early milestones in the modern history of Geely Automobile, the Chinese automaker that has grown from an emerging private brand into a global force in the auto industry. Produced for over a decade and sold under several names across international markets, the CK exemplified China’s…
The development of the Think City and its predecessor, the PIV4, represents one of the earliest modern attempts to produce practical electric vehicles (EVs) for everyday use. Long before electric mobility became mainstream, the Norwegian company Think Global and its predecessor Personal Independent Vehicle Company developed small electric city cars designed to reduce emissions and…