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BMW iX3 Long-Wheelbase 30L Enters MIIT Notice, Priced from 269,900 Yuan, November Delivery

The entry-level model of BMW's Neue Klasse iX3 long-wheelbase version, the iX3 30L, has entered the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's 411th batch of new product public notice catalog. It is produced at BMW Brilliance's Shenyang plant and has opened pre-sales at the Chengdu Auto Show. The three models are priced from RMB 269,900 to RMB 339,900 and will be delivered in November. Regulatory filing information shows it is equipped with a 235 kW motor and a lithium iron phosphate battery from CATL's Yibin base, has a wheelbase of 3,005 mm, and adopts localized configurations such as Momenta end-to-end intelligent driving, Huawei HiCar, and Alibaba's large model. This case shows that Chinese battery and intelligent driving capabilities are deeply entering the core models of multinational automakers.

53742 days ago

MG 07 Hits 42,000 Locked Orders in 20 Days, Long-Range Version Takes 45%

SAIC MG announced that the MG 07 has accumulated more than 42,000 locked orders within 20 days of launch, with versions offering over 800 km of CLTC range accounting for more than 45% of early orders. The car is priced from 108,900 to 159,900 yuan. Based on the Nebula platform, it offers plug-in hybrid and pure electric dual powertrains. The plug-in hybrid has a pure electric range of 245 km, while the pure electric version offers up to 845 km and supports 800V and 5C charging. The LiDAR version starts at 115,900 yuan after subsidies. The 650 km and plug-in hybrid versions have been delivered, and the 845 km version is scheduled for delivery in October. The pace of production ramp-up will determine the conversion of these orders.

42546 days ago

From One-Way Input to Two-Way Flow: Chinese Smart Driving and Battery Technologies Enter the Global Systems of Multinational Automakers

Starting in the third quarter of 2026, the HS8 driver assistance system developed by CARIZON will be installed in seven models from Volkswagen's three joint ventures in China; the Neue Klasse BMW iX3 will offer a smart driving system co-developed with Momenta as standard across the lineup. From power battery technology licensing to global lidar market share, China's supply chain and AI capabilities are extending outward along with multinational automakers' systems. This article reviews the relevant data and cooperation models, and points out that this is not a simple "one-way export," but a two-way flow of technology, knowledge and industrial capability.

60148 days ago

Roewe Jiayue 07 Debuts Globally: First 150K-Yuan SUV with Momenta R7 World Model

On August 13, 2026, Roewe Jiayue 07 made its global debut and opened blind orders. As the world's first AI-native vehicle co-created by SAIC Roewe and Volcano Engine, it features Momenta R7 world model ADAS and Doubao LLM 2.0, delivering 1,480km CLTC combined range.

44567 days ago

IM L6 Pre-Sale Opens at $21,990: 850km Range + Full Wire-Controlled Chassis

On August 18, 2026, the all-new IM L6 officially opened for pre-sale with five models priced from 219,900 yuan. Positioned as a mid-size pure electric coupe, the vehicle is built on a full-domain 800V NEO powertrain architecture. The Pro Max variant delivers up to 850km of CLTC range, while the entire lineup features full wire-controlled chassis and LiDAR-equipped intelligent driving systems. A Prof. Jimmy Choo co-branded limited edition was also launched simultaneously.

42669 days ago

Buick Zhijing L7 EV Launched: Starting at 169,900 Yuan with 702km Range

The Buick Zhijing L7 pure electric version officially launched on August 19, 2026, as a mid-to-large size EV sedan. It features standard 800V high-voltage architecture, 702km CLTC range, and 6C ultra-fast charging across all trims. Launch promotional pricing starts at 169,900 yuan, with national subsidies bringing the effective starting price down to 155,900 yuan. The vehicle is equipped with an 80.6kWh CATL LFP battery, the Xiaoyao intelligent driving system powered by Momenta R6, and a Qualcomm 8775 intelligent cockpit.

43369 days ago

City NOA Penetration First Breaks 15%: Momenta at 61%, ADAS Becomes Must-Have

In May 2026, city NOA penetration in passenger vehicles first broke 15%, up over 5 percentage points from 2024. Momenta holds 61.06% of third-party supplier market. Chip share: NVIDIA 39.43%, Horizon 22.82%, Huawei 16.89%. McKinsey survey shows nearly 80% of consumers view city NOA as a must-have.

32674 days ago

L3/L4 Mandatory National Standard Effective July 2027: AD Safety Baseline Set

China's L3/L4 autonomous driving mandatory national standard (GB 44721—2026) will take effect on July 1, 2027, establishing unified safety准入 baselines. Meanwhile, Deepal S05 launched at 115,900 yuan with LiDAR and end-to-end algorithms, while Stelato G9 pre-sold at 439,800 yuan with L3 ADAS.

27579 days ago

ID.ERA 5X Filed + 5S Pre-Sale: SAIC VW's EV Counterattack

In August, SAIC Volkswagen's ID.ERA series made major moves: ID.ERA 5X completed MIIT filing as a compact pure electric SUV with 155kW motor and CATL LFP battery; ID.ERA 5S announced pre-sales on August 11 with 1.5L PHEV system and "Xingyun" ADAS, exceeding 2000km combined range.

38279 days ago

SAIC-GM Renews for 20 Years: JV 2.0 Era Begins with 30 NEV Rollout Plan

SAIC Motor and General Motors officially signed a 20-year strategic renewal on August 5, 2026, extending their joint venture to 2047. SAIC-GM plans to launch 30 new energy vehicles by 2030. In H1 2026, NEV sales reached nearly 50,000 units, up 81% year-on-year, with a 20% penetration rate ranking first among mainstream joint ventures.

45581 days ago

Momenta Becomes First Chinese Firm with Germany-Wide L4 Testing Permit

Momenta secures Germany-wide Level 4 autonomous-driving testing approval from KBA, becoming the first Chinese company with such authorization and paving the way for European Robotaxi commercialization.

35889 days ago

Momenta Secures Germany L4 Testing Permit, First Chinese AV Firm Approved for Nationwide Urban Tests

On July 29, 2026, Momenta announced it received approval from Germany's Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) to conduct Level 4 autonomous driving tests on urban roads across Germany. This marks a major breakthrough for Momenta's European expansion.

58790 days ago