Chuneng Auto's first Engineering Trial prototype has rolled off the line, marking the startup's formal transition from engineering data phase to real-vehicle validation, jointly backed by Hengxin Auto Group and Chuneng New Energy.
MIIT's latest new car declaration directory has exposed 11 major new energy vehicle models, covering pure electric SUVs, extended-range SUVs, pure electric MPVs, and pure electric sedans across multiple segments. The Li Auto i9 full-size EREV SUV, new AITO M8, Denza N8 series, Geely Galaxy Battleship 700, and Xiangjie MPV are all included. These declared models generally feature 600km+ range, dual-motor AWD, air suspension, and other high-end configurations, signaling a new wave of product launches in China's NEV market in H2 2026. For Central Asian and Russian dealers following Chinese automotive exports, these models represent the current pinnacle of Chinese new energy vehicle manufacturing.
On July 8, Xiaomi Auto officially unveiled its new independent sub-brand SkyNomad, Chinese name "Xun Tian," positioned in the premium off-road and outdoor travel market. Completely independent from Xiaomi's main brand, the first model carries the internal codename "Kunlun N3"—an EREV full-size SUV exceeding 5.2 meters in length, with six/seven-seat layouts and 400-500 km pure-electric range. SkyNomad will hold its technical launch event at the end of July, with market launch in mid-to-late August and over 10,000 units prepared for immediate delivery. Priced between 200,000-450,000 yuan, the brand targets family long-distance and all-scenario outdoor needs, forming a differentiated complement to Xiaomi's pure-electric high-performance route.
On June 16, 2026, Leapmotor launched the refreshed C10, C11, and C16 simultaneously, covering the 12.58-16.98万元 price range. The C Series has now accumulated over 800,000 global deliveries, making it one of China's rare NEV success stories that survived the competitive "valley of death."
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