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In March 2026, China’s auto market saw substantial growth, with significant deliveries and new model launches across various brands, signaling recovery post-February slump.
On March 30, Volkswagen’s first range-extended model, the Volkswagen ID.ERA 9X, opened pre-sales in Shenzhen with a price range of…
SAIC has deployed its first humanoid robot on a mass-production battery line, marking one of the earliest real-world applications in China’s auto industry.
The China Insurance Automotive Safety Index evaluated five new energy vehicles, revealing NIO ES8 and Li Auto i6 excel across all categories.
Uncamouflaged spy photos of the NIO ES9 emerged, showcasing its large design, advanced features, and competitive pricing.
Hesai Technology reported significant financial growth in 2025, achieving profitability and increasing lidar shipments to 1.6 million units.
February 2026 saw a decline in OTA updates, focusing on intelligent driving as industry adjustments occur.
In February 2026, China’s passenger vehicle sales dropped significantly, impacted by subsidy withdrawals, especially in lower segments.
As new model launches approach, several variants of Li Auto’s L series have entered a clearance phase.
The platform combines the DRIVE AGX Thor chip, safety-certified DriveOS and AI models to accelerate deployment of next-generation self-driving vehicles.