The picture we see here recently leaked online is the Lc-1, codename for the Geely Panda. Ziliang Wang, Geely Auto’s vice president said on Guangzhou Autoshow that "the company plans to launch a new model next year before the Beijing Olympic Games, which the design looks like a giant panda. But the hatchback has not been officially named. It will go public together with Geely’s new logo."

The "Panda element" of Lc-1 can be found in the minicar’s front lights design, which resemble eyes of giant panda, the national treasure of China. It will be powered by Geely’s self-developed CVVT engine (Continuous variable valve timing, which allows the intake and/or exhaust valve timing to be infinitely varied during engine operation.). The hatchback will be available in both four-door and two-door versions.

Geely Auto is a privately held automaker headquartered in China’s Zhejiang Province. The company will come and display at the North American International Auto Show next year with Changfeng Motor Group, BYD, and China America Cooperative Automotive Incorporated (Chamco).