Changan Automobile announced plans to launch 35 intelligent new models over the next 3 years, with solid-state battery vehicle validation scheduled for 2026. Target energy density reaches 400Wh/kg, with gradual mass production from 2027. This marks Chinese OEMs entering the practical phase of solid-state battery industrialization.
Dongfeng's self-developed 400kW fuel cell platform passed 10,000-hour durability validation, marking China's hydrogen fuel cell technology moving from laboratory to commercial use. The platform meets power requirements for 49-ton class heavy trucks, laying foundation for hydrogen heavy truck applications in long-distance transportation scenarios in Central Asia.
SAE-China Vice Chairman Hou Fushen pointed out that intelligent electrification is accelerating automotive new material applications, with categories doubling from about 120 in 2020 to 240 in 2026. Carbon fiber, solid electrolytes, silicon carbide and other new materials are rapidly gaining penetration, directly affecting export model performance competitiveness.
The 2026 Beijing Auto Show becomes the concentrated launchpad for Chinese premium flagship SUVs, with Li Auto, NIO, AITO, BYD, XPeng, and Leapmotor all presenting their "9-series" flagship SUVs targeting the premium segment previously dominated by BBA.
BYD launched the Xuanji A3 automotive-grade self-developed chip with 4nm process and 700 TOPS computing power. BYD's chip R&D team exceeds 7,000 people, with five wafer manufacturing plants including China's largest 12-inch automotive-grade wafer fab.
Leapmotor debuted the D99 interior and core specifications at the 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Auto Show. Positioned as a mid-to-large MPV, the D99 is developed on a 1000V high-voltage platform and offers both EREV and pure-electric powertrain options. The vehicle exceeds 5.2 meters in length with a 3.18-meter wheelbase, featuring a 2+2+3 seven-seat layout and zero-gravity aviation seats in the second row.
M-Tech officially opened pre-orders for the M817 at the 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Auto Show, with a starting price of 370,000 yuan. The vehicle features Huawei ADS 5 advanced intelligent driving and HarmonyOS Cockpit 5, targeting the mid-to-large hardcore off-road SUV segment. The integration of off-road capability and intelligent systems signals China's entry into the era of smart hardcore off-roaders.
NIO officially commenced ES9 customer deliveries on May 30, 2026, with a manufacturer suggested retail price of 498,000 to 628,000 yuan. The model offers a battery lease plan with an entry price of 390,000 yuan. As the flagship SUV on NIO's NT3.0 platform, the ES9 carries a 150kWh semi-solid-state battery pack delivering over 900km of CLTC range.
On May 28, 2026, NIO officially launched its flagship pure-electric SUV ES9, priced between 498,000 and 598,000 yuan. Built on the NT3.0 platform with up to 900km CLTC range, it features a full-domain 900V high-voltage architecture and the self-developed Shenji NX9031 chip. Positioned against the BMW X5 and Mercedes GLE, overseas pricing is expected to be 15% to 20% higher than domestic.
On May 28, 2026, the new AITO M9 officially launched with a price range of 469,800-569,800 yuan. The vehicle features Huawei ADS 3.0 advanced autonomous driving, a 192-line LiDAR with 250-meter detection range, and an EREV version delivering 1,402 km CLTC range. Pre-orders exceeded 30,000 units within 72 hours.
In May 2026, Voyah—Dongfeng's premium NEV brand—launched the Taishan X8 family SUV. The official price range of 292,900 to 379,900 yuan places it squarely in the fiercely competitive 300k-class new energy family SUV market. The model offers both pure electric and EREV powertrains, targeting large six-seat family travel scenarios with smart cockpit and air suspension as key selling points.
In May 2026, BAIC's NEV brand Arcfox launched the entry-level pure electric model Beta S3, with an official price range of 59,800 to 76,800 yuan. Positioned for urban commuting, the model offers CLTC range of 301–401 km and targets young first-time buyers and families seeking a second vehicle. The Beta S3 launch marks Arcfox's first-ever foray into the under-60k yuan price band.
BYD announced that its solid-state battery has passed complete vehicle-grade validation, achieving an energy density of 400Wh/kg, with small-scale mass production expected by 2027. If this technological breakthrough proceeds as planned, it will fundamentally raise the ceiling for EV range, safety, and charging speed. For buyers in cold-climate regions like Central Asia and Russia, the low-temperature performance advantages of solid-state batteries are particularly noteworthy.
The 2026 Beijing International Auto Show has concluded with over 30 new models making global or Asian debuts. The Li L9 refresh, Tank 700 diesel, and Wey V9X flagship MPV captured the most attention. NEV share at the show exceeded 85%, and intelligent driving became a standard competitive focus. This article reviews the core debuts and evaluates their export suitability from an overseas buyer perspective.
On May 20, XPeng Motors officially launched its first full-size flagship SUV — the XPeng GX. The new model offers both pure electric and super extended-range dual powertrain versions, with a starting price of 269,800 yuan. As a pivotal model for XPeng's brand elevation, the GX not only redefines the value standard for full-size SUVs but also showcases XPeng's technological accumulation in intelligent driving, smart cockpit, and high-voltage fast charging. For overseas markets like Central Asia a
In May 2026, XPeng CEO He Xiaopeng publicly stated that LiDAR is no longer essential for smart driving systems, claiming pure vision combined with end-to-end large models is sufficient for advanced autonomous driving. This marks the formal split of China's smart driving tech routes into two camps: the pure vision + end-to-end route represented by Tesla FSD and XPeng XNGP, and the multi-sensor fusion route represented by Huawei ADS and NIO NAD. In Q1 2026, smart driving feature activation rates f
Li Auto L7 EREV officially launched in Russia with 1,250km combined WLTC range and 210km EV range. A dedicated thermal management system was developed for Russia's -40°C extreme cold, making Li Auto the first large-scale Chinese EREV brand in the market.
The first batch of 120 BYD Han L export units officially arrived in Almaty, Kazakhstan, marking BYD's flagship sedan debut in Central Asia via official channels. Positioned as "Chinese luxury intelligent coupe," it targets the business and premium family car segment.
The Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV achieved 3,086 orders in its first week in Russia, setting a record for Chinese PHEV single-week orders. Cold-climate adaptation and long range became key selling points.
On May 18, Leapmotor released interior images of its first MPV, the D99. Built on the LEAP 4.0 architecture with BEV and EREV options and dual-chamber air suspension + CDC, it is expected to launch mid-year.
XPeng Chairman He Xiaopeng confirmed on social media that the XPeng GX — the brand's new flagship SUV — will launch next Wednesday. Positioned as a mid-to-large smart pure-electric SUV, it exceeds 5.3 meters in length.
Xiaomi's independent range-extended brand "Xuntian" and its first model N90 were exposed. Positioned as a family SUV with range-extended powertrain, expected Q3 2025 launch.
Filing information for the new Xiaomi YU7 has been officially announced, featuring a 73.0kWh LFP battery and an estimated range exceeding 700km. As Xiaomi's second production model, it is expected to launch in June with a starting price potentially under 250,000 yuan.
Huajing S officially launched on May 8 with a limited-time super replacement price starting from 149,800 yuan. As the only large 6-seat SUV under 150K with standard Huawei ADS Pro and HarmonyOS 5, it is recognized as a "price butcher".
On March 5, 2026, BYD released the 2nd-generation Blade Battery and Flash Charging technology — 10% to 70% in just 5 minutes at room temperature, solving the world-class challenges of slow charging and cold-weather charging.
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