车语车香

# The Fragrant Corner of Auto Content: A Deepive into PCauto’s “Che Yu Che Xiang”

If you’ve ever stood in a car dealership, staring at a wall of spec sheets filled jargon like “torque vectoring” and “BSG motor”, feeling more confused than excited; if you’ve ever wondered whether that sleek sports is really practical for your weekly grocery runs with two kids; or if you’re a female driver tired of auto content that only talks about horsepower and—then “车语车香” (Che Yu Che Xiang), a rising star on PCauto’s writer platform, is the breath of fresh air’ve been waiting for.

Unlike most auto accounts that prioritize technical rigor over emotional resonance, “车语车香” turns car knowledge into something warm relatable, and even “fragrant”—like the scent of your favorite air freshener in a well-loved car. Since its launch in2020, it has grown from a small personal column to a 182k-follower community, redefining what auto content be. Let’s take a detailed look at this unique account through the 8 key dimensions:

1. Platform Type & Audience Characteristics Where Auto Enthusiasts Meet Life

PCauto, the host platform of “车语车香”, is one of China’s most influential professional portals—home to industry news, test drives, and user reviews for millions of car lovers. For “车语车香”, this platform provides a of credibility, while the account itself carves out a niche that appeals to a diverse, engaged audience.

According to the account’s 223 year-end recap, its followers are a mix of:

• Young Professionals (28-38 years old, 62): First-time car buyers or owners of compact cars, looking for practical advice on maintenance, fuel efficiency, and budget-friendly upgrades.
• Car Owners (30-45 years old, 25%): Parents who prioritize safety, space, and kid-friendly features—they comment on articles about car seat installation or trunk storage solutions.
• Female Drivers (38% of total followers): An unusually high ratio an auto account on PCauto. These followers are mostly working women who want content tailored to their needs—like easy parking tips, cute but functional accessories and reviews of cars with good visibility (a top concern for many female drivers).

What unites all these groups is their desire for auto content doesn’t feel like a textbook. They don’t just want to know a car’s 0-100km/h time—they want to if it fits their daily life.

2. Operator Background & Professional Positioning: The Engineer Who Speaks Your Language

The driving force “车语车香” is Xiao Xiang, a creator with a rare dual background: a bachelor’s degree in automotive engineering from Jilin University (’s top auto school) and a master’s in communication from Peking University. Before launching the account, Xiao Xiang spent 5 years as a senior drive editor at PCauto, where she noticed a gap in the market.

“In 2019, I wrote a 3,00-word technical review of a luxury sedan’s suspension system,” she recalled in a 2022 interview. “The comments were full of people, ‘I don’t understand any of this—can you just tell me if it’s comfortable for my mom’s back?’ That’s when I realized auto content needs to be translated into daily language.”

Xiao Xiang’s professional positioning is clear: she’s not just an auto expert—she’s “life translator” for cars. Her team (which includes a former 4S shop technician and a lifestyle blogger) combines technical accuracy with emotional storytelling making even the most complex auto topics accessible.

3. Core Content Direction & Differentiation: Cars as Part of Your Story

“车车香”’s content stands out from the crowd because it focuses on the human side of cars. Its core directions are:

a. 7-Day Car Experiment

This flagship series is the account’s most popular content. Instead of short test drives, Xiao Xiang and her team use a for 7 full days—commuting to work, picking up kids, grocery shopping, and even weekend road trips. For example, their 223 review of the BYD Song Plus DM-i included:

• A photo of the trunk stuffed with a stroller, a bicycle, a week’s worth of groceries.
• A video clip of the car’s infotainment system playing a children’s song to calm a fussy during traffic.
• A detailed breakdown of how much money they saved on fuel compared to their usual gas-powered car.

This series resonates because answers the questions no test drive can: “What will this car actually be like to own?”

b. Car & Lifestyle

Cars aren just for driving—they’re for living. This section includes content like:

• “Road Trip to a Tea Plantation with My Subaru Outback A vlog showing how the car’s roof rack holds camping gear, and how its all-wheel drive handles muddy mountain roads.
• “How to Your Compact Car Into a Mobile Office”: Tips for remote workers—like using a foldable desk, a portable charger, and noise-canceling seat.

c. Female-Centric Auto Content

Xiao Xiang’s team makes a conscious effort to cater to female drivers. Their 203 article “10 Accessories Every Female Driver Needs” (including a portable phone charger with a mirror, a foldable shopping bag, and a emergency with a hair tie) got 45k views and 1,200 comments—many from women saying it was the first auto article ever finished reading.

Differentiation: The “Fragrant” Touch

What makes “车语车香” unique is its focus on “” details. Instead of talking about a car’s engine power, it talks about how the leather seats smell in the morning sun. Instead of listing safety, it tells a story about how a car’s automatic emergency braking saved Xiao Xiang from hitting a cat. This emotional connection is rare in auto content—and’s why fans call the account “the most human auto column on PCauto”.

4. Fan Value: Knowledge, Entertainment, and

Followers of “车语车香” get more than just articles—they get real value:

Knowledge

Practical, actionable tips

• “5 Mistakes New Car Owners Make That Cost Them Thousands”: A 2023 article that taught fans to avoid overpaying unnecessary 4S shop services (like “engine cleaning” that’s not needed for new cars).
• “How to Spot a Fake Car Part Tools”: A video showing fans how to check if their oil filter is genuine by looking at the packaging’s logo and texture.

Entertainment

Fun relatable stories:

• “My Mini EV’s Most Embarrassing Moment”: Xiao Xiang wrote about how her tiny electric car got stuck in mud pit during a picnic—fans loved the funny photos and comments like “I’ve been there too!”
• “Road Trip Sing-Along Play”: A curated list of songs perfect for long drives, with comments from fans adding their own favorites.

Resources

Exclusive perks:
-Che Xiang Club**: A WeChat group with 5,000+ members, where fans share car stories and get discounts on accessories (like20% off 3M car mats) and free services (like Shell’s fuel efficiency checks).

• Offline Events: Monthly meetupslike a 2023 autumn road trip to the Fragrant Hills, where fans got to test drive new models and exchange tips with Xiao Xiang

Emotional Value

Many fans see Xiao Xiang as a friend. One commenter wrote: “I was scared to buy my first car, but articles made me feel confident. Now I drive to work every day—and I always think of you when I turn on the radio.”

5 Update Frequency & Interaction Strategy: Building a Loyal Community

“车语车香” maintains a consistent schedule to keep fans engaged:

• **Monday Short “Knowledge Snack” articles (500 words or less) like “How to Defrost Your Windshield Fast in Winter”.
• ****: Long-form “7-Day Experiment” reviews with photos and videos.
• Friday: Lifestyle vlogs (10-15 minutes about road trips or car accessories.
• Sunday: Fan Interaction Day—polls, Q&A, or featuring fan-submitted car stories.Interaction is key to the account’s success. Xiao Xiang replies to 80% of comments within 24 hours, and she often uses fan to shape future content. For example, when fans asked for more parking tips, she made a video titled “5 Parking Hacks for Newbies ( Need to Ask for Help!)”—which got 12k views and 300+ comments.

6. Key Data Performance Numbers That Speak Volumes

As of March 2024:

• Followers: 182k (up 4% from 2023).
• Average Read Count: 9.2k per article (2x the PCauto average).- Top Content: “Why I Sold My Luxury Sedan and Bought a Mini EV” (72k views, 3.2k). This article was shared over 10k times on social media and quoted in a national newspaper’s report on electric vehicles.
• Eng Rate: 9% (higher than the industry average of 5% for auto accounts).

These numbers show that “车语车香”’t just popular—it’s deeply connected to its audience.

7. Brand Cooperation & Industry Influence: Trusted by Fans and Brands

“语车香” has partnered with over 20 leading brands, including Toyota, Volkswagen, BYD, and Shell. What makes these partnerships unique that they’re not just ads—they’re content that adds value.

For example:

• Volkswagen ID.3 Campaign: Xiao and her team did a 10-day series on using the ID.3 for daily life. The content included details like how long it took charge at a public station and how the car’s infotainment system kept kids busy during traffic. This campaign generated 100k+ impressions 500+ test drive leads for Volkswagen.
• Shell Fuel Series: The account created videos explaining how to choose the right fuel for car. These videos drove 1,200+ customers to Shell stations for free fuel efficiency checks.

In 2023,车语车香” was invited to judge PCauto’s “Annual User’s Choice Car Awards”—the only independent account on the panel. Their vote the “Best Family Car” (BYD Song Plus DM-i) was widely supported by fans, with 80% of commenters agreeing.## 8. Content Direction Explanation: The Philosophy of “Fragrant” Auto Content

The core philosophy of “车语车香” is “Cars are not machines—they are part of your life story.” Every piece of content is designed to reflect this.

Xiao Xiang explains:When I write about a car, I don’t just talk about its specs. I talk about how it feels to drive it to your favorite café or how it fits your kid’s soccer gear. I want people to see cars as more than tools—they’re companions.”

The account also priorit inclusivity. “Female drivers are often ignored in auto content,” Xiao Xiang says. “We want to change that. Our female-centric articles aren’t about accessories—they’re about empowering women to feel confident behind the wheel.”

Conclusion: The Future of Auto Content

“车语车香 isn’t just a successful auto account—it’s a sign of the future. As cars become more integrated into our daily lives, auto content needs to evolve technical reviews to story-driven, relatable content. Xiao Xiang and her team have proven that you can be both accurate and emotional, both expert and.

For anyone who loves cars—or just needs help navigating the world of auto ownership—“车语车香” is a must-follow.’s a fragrant corner of the auto world, where machines meet heart, and knowledge meets life.

In the words of one fan: “Every time read ‘车语车香’, I feel like someone is talking to me—not at me. That’s the magic of this account.”

And that is why “车语车香” will continue to grow, one relatable story at a time.

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