Lei Jun Responds to Controversy Over Xiaomi YU7 GT Cargo Load

[Compliance Clarification] Lei Jun addressed concerns that the Xiaomi YU7 GT violated regulations by carrying 600 jin (approximately 300 kg) of cherries.

Core Development: Operation Confined to Closed Facility, No Public Road Violation

Lei Jun clarified during a live stream on June 13 that the 1,000 jin of cherries were first delivered by truck to the Yancheng test facility, after which the Xiaomi YU7 GT was used to transport them in batches within closed-road areas, with no mixed passenger-cargo use on public roads.

Key Data: 600 Jin of Cargo Sparks Public Debate

Footage showed the vehicle’s front trunk, rear trunk, and rear seats fully loaded with a total of 120 boxes of cherries (approximately 600 jin), prompting online discussions referencing Article 54 of the Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law.

Industry Impact: Auto Executives’ Actions Under Intense Scrutiny

The incident highlights how daily activities of new energy vehicle executives are easily magnified by public opinion. The Xiaomi YU7 GT, not yet launched, unexpectedly gained widespread attention due to its cargo-carrying capability.