Official Response to Aito M9 Fire Incident in Taizhou

[Safety Incident] An Aito M9 caught fire after colliding with a large metal component dropped by the vehicle ahead. Authorities stated the fire was not caused by any inherent vehicle defect.

Key Development: External foreign object impact caused fire; no abnormalities in the triple electric systems

On June 3, 2026, an Aito M9 traveling in Taizhou, Zhejiang, struck a large metal part that had fallen from the preceding vehicle. The foreign object became lodged under the chassis and dragged along the road, igniting visible flames. No injuries or fatalities occurred. Officials emphasized that prior to the incident, the vehicle’s triple electric systems (battery, motor, and electronic control) were functioning normally, with no signs of battery thermal runaway.

Strategic Foundation: 15-layer battery protection structure effectively suppressed combustion

Aito noted that during the incident, the Huawei Kunpeng battery’s multi-layer protective design—including aerospace-grade aerogel, mica plates, nano-ceramics, and other materials forming a 15-layer structure—effectively contained the spread of fire. The updated M9 model has further enhanced its underbody capabilities in impact resistance, waterproofing, and insulation, improving overall resistance to scraping and abrasion.