A Chinese car maker has achieved an unprecedented automotive feat by crossing the mighty Yangtze River with a turbo-powered sports utility vehicle.
The engineering achievement by Chery’s powerful Jetour G700 SUV was intended as more than a marketing stunt; it showcased the increasing technical ambitions of China’s auto industry and its commitment to advancing vehicle capabilities well beyond conventional limits.
The powerful electric Jetour G700 SUV set off on Thursday morning from the Heishazhou ferry terminal in Wuhu, in central Anhui province.
It traversed a span of 1.48km (0.92 miles) at an average speed of 7km/h (4.5mph) in 22 minutes before arriving at the opposite river bank.
A live broadcast showed water levels just above the vehicle’s tyres, with door handles still visible above the surface.
