The fourth-generation Changan CS55PLUS Blue Whale Hyper Hybrid officially launched with four variants, priced from 98,900-117,900 yuan (MSRP) with limited-time offers starting at 79,900 yuan. The vehicle features a plug-free Blue Whale Hyper hybrid system with a 1.5T engine producing 110kW, claiming urban fuel consumption as low as 3.89L/100km.
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On August 11, 2026, Changan Qinyuan announced that cumulative sales of the all-new Q05 surpassed 100,000 units. With 18,871 units delivered in July, the model has topped compact SUV sales for 4 consecutive months and claimed the H1 2026 compact pure EV SUV sales championship. Starting at 79,900 RMB, the Q05 features CATL battery cells across all trims, with high-end versions offering LiDAR.
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Deepal unveiled the all-new G318, featuring Huawei Kunpeng ADS 5 Pro and HarmonyOS Cockpit HarmonySpace 5 for the first time, with 27 high-perception sensors. Positioned as a family-oriented all-scenario SUV, the model will officially launch at the Chengdu Auto Show on August 21.
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This week's global auto industry highlights: Changan deepens strategic cooperation with Huawei in AI and computing power; Bosch's fourth-gen MPC4 camera lands 200+ projects across 40+ models; Porsche plans to form a 2026-2027 emissions pool with XPENG to avoid EU carbon fines.
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Audi, Mercedes, VW, Geely, BYD, and Changan are re-adding physical buttons in new models. MIIT is revising national standards requiring physical controls for turn signals, windows, and emergency calls. Euro NCAP's 2026 safety assessment adds cabin interaction testing, making physical buttons essential for 5-star ratings.
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On August 8, Avatr VP Yong Jun stated at a media event that cooperation with Huawei is not a "necessary item," triggering widespread market concern. On August 10, Avatr urgently responded that the statement was misinterpreted and emphasized that the partnership with Huawei remains solid. The incident reflects the delicate balance between automakers and tech companies in the smart EV era.
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On August 11, China Changan Automobile and Huawei signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement in Shenzhen, deepening collaboration in AI, large models, and digital energy, with all five Changan brands appearing at the signing ceremony.
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Changan and Honor officially inaugurated their Joint Innovation Open Laboratory, building a full-chain collaboration system based on Changan's Tianshu Intelligent Test Center, with the Deepal S05 becoming the first mass-production model featuring Honor Smart Connect 3.0.
28536 days agoChangan Auto has released official images of the fourth-generation CS55PLUS BlueCore Hyper, set for market debut on August 18. It features the BlueCore Hyper hybrid system with a 500-bar ultra-high pressure direct injection 1.5T engine, requiring no external charging. Dimensions are 4550×1868×1675 mm, with an eight-point massage "queen" passenger seat, targeting the 100,000-yuan family SUV segment.
47536 days agoOn August 11, 2026, China Changan Automobile Group and Huawei signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement in Shenzhen, expanding their collaboration from specific vehicle programs and intelligent driving to AI foundation models, computing infrastructure, and digital platforms — marking the entry of automaker-tech-giant partnerships into "deep water."
35236 days agoChangan Automobile Group and Huawei Technologies signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement in Shenzhen on August 11, extending their partnership from specific vehicle models and smart solutions to AI large models, computing power, and software-hardware integration. This marks another deepening of ties following their 2023 investment cooperation memorandum.
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According to the Gasgoo Automotive Research Institute, China's passenger vehicle exports in H1 2026 showed clear regional divergence. Central and South America recorded the strongest growth, Europe continued rapid penetration, and Southeast Asia remained highly competitive. Chery led the European market with 262,331 units and a year-on-year increase of 274.1%, while Leapmotor and Changan also posted impressive growth rates. Chinese automakers are shifting from scale-driven expansion toward region-specific overseas strategies.
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