Shangjie Z7 Winter Test Photos Suspected to Be AI-Generated; Official Clarifies They Are Real

[New Vehicle Update] Shangjie Auto clarifies that all winter test images of the Z7 are genuine photographs, not AI-generated.

Key Development: Shangjie Z7 Winter Test Photos Spark Doubts Due to Blurring; Official Issues Urgent Clarification

On February 9, Shangjie Auto responded via Weibo to public skepticism regarding the authenticity of the Z7 winter test photos, emphasizing that all images were captured on-site. Due to product confidentiality requirements, the test vehicle used professional camouflage and applied blurring to certain details—a standard industry practice.

Key Data: Comprehensive Extreme-Cold Testing Validates Core Performance

This winter testing was conducted in extreme low-temperature conditions, focusing on critical metrics such as battery performance, braking systems, and handling stability, aiming to solidify the foundation for mass production and market launch in Q1 2026.

Strategic Foundation: Jointly Developed by Huawei and SAIC as a Premium Electric Coupe

As the second model under the Harmony Intelligent Mobility alliance, the Z7 is positioned as a pure-electric coupe, featuring an entirely new design language, equipped with LiDAR and semi-recessed door handles, and claimed to "rival million-dollar European performance cars."