ADAS and Autonomous Driving Technology
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Changan Qiyuan Q07 Laser Edition Price Increased by RMB 3,000 Amid Chip Cost Surge
Changan has raised the price of its Qiyuan Q07 Tianshu Intelligent Laser Edition by RMB 3,000 for vehicles produced after May 7, 2026, citing increased costs of automotive-grade DDR5 and Journey 6M chips. The move affects three high-end trims and signals potential broader pricing impacts across intelligent EVs.
ZhiJia New Journey Rebrands and Sets Sail with Global EV Ambitions
Formerly ZhiJia Continental, ZhiJia New Journey rebrands at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show with a mission to democratize intelligent driving. Backed by Horizon Robotics and OmniVista Group, the company plans to launch over 30 EV models—including passenger cars, two-wheelers, and autonomous logistics vehicles—within 24 months, offering urban NOA in vehicles as low as RMB 100,000.
MG4 Launches 2026 Model to Kick Off the Battle for Technology Democratization
The 2026 MG4 launches at a starting price of RMB 65,800, bringing semi-solid-state batteries, highway NOA, and over 437 km of range to the sub-RMB 100,000 EV segment. With strong sales momentum and new models like the MG 4X SUV on the horizon, MG aims to make advanced EV tech accessible to younger buyers.
BYD Raises Optional Pricing for God's Eye B LiDAR System Amid Chip Cost Surge
BYD has raised the optional price of its God's Eye B LiDAR advanced driver assistance system from RMB 9,900 to RMB 12,000 effective May 1, 2026, citing rising memory chip costs. The system, now deployed across Dynasty, Ocean, and Fangchengbao models, adds urban navigation pilot capabilities and contributes to BYD’s fleet generating 180 million km of daily real-world driving data.
Geely Xingyue L i-HEV Launches with Aggressive Pricing and Premium Tech
Geely has launched the Xingyue L i-HEV Intelligent Hybrid SUV, starting at RMB 130,700 during a limited-time promotion. Equipped with Geely’s self-developed i-HEV system, Snapdragon 8155 chip, dual 14.6-inch displays, and Qianli Haohan H3 driver assistance (128 TOPS), it targets Toyota and Honda hybrids in the RMB 130,000–160,000 segment.
Leapmotor A05 to Launch in May with 510 km Range and Optional LiDAR
The all-electric Leapmotor A05 will debut in May and hit showrooms in June, offering two range variants (405 km and 510 km), compact urban-friendly dimensions, and an optional LiDAR system on higher trims for advanced driver assistance.
Dongfeng Fengxing V6 Launches Affordable Six-Seater Smart EV
The Dongfeng Fengxing V6 debuts at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show as an affordable family EV priced from RMB 100,000–200,000, featuring Huawei’s Qiankun Smart Driving system and a versatile 2+2+2 seating layout with a flush-folding third row. As Dongfeng becomes the first central SOE to fully integrate Huawei’s ecosystem across its brands, the V6 offers a no-compromise solution for space, intelligence, and style.
JAC Motors Plans to Invest in Huawei's Yinwang Intelligence
JAC Motors has announced its intention to invest in Yinwang Intelligence, Huawei’s intelligent driving subsidiary, joining Avatr and Seres as strategic shareholders. The move aims to co-develop a world-class intelligent driving platform amid growing competition in the EV sector.
QCraft Unveils 500TOPS Physical AI Solution
At the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, QCraft announced a strategic pivot from autonomous driving to general-purpose physical AI, launching its 500TOPS Chengfeng MAX platform that enables efficient urban NOA through world models and reinforcement learning—prioritizing real-world user experience over raw compute power.
Arcfox Qwen V9 Launches Pre-sales
The Arcfox Qwen V9, a new mid-to-large premium MPV built on the Polaris Fully Digital Premium Architecture, has opened for pre-sales starting at RMB 219,900. Featuring Huawei’s Snowy Owl range-extending system, a 1,330 km combined range, and advanced intelligent driving tech, deliveries are set to begin in Q2.
Second-Generation Denza D9 Launches, Starting at RMB 359,800
The second-generation Denza D9 has launched in China with six variants priced from RMB 359,800 to RMB 469,800. Featuring nine major upgrades—including second-gen Blade Battery, God’s Eye 5.0 ADAS, and 11 cabin screens—it targets premium rivals like the Toyota Alphard and Buick GL8. Buyers get up to RMB 100,000 in incentives, with deliveries starting late May.
Yijing X9 Makes Global Debut at Beijing Auto Show
Dongfeng’s new Yijing X9 premium six-seater SUV launches globally at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, featuring Huawei’s full-stack Qiankun intelligent driving and digital chassis technology across all trims. The vehicle marks Dongfeng’s strategic push into the high-end NEV segment as part of its goal to sell 1.7 million new energy vehicles in 2026.