2026-07-24

Lego has rolled out the Coconut Smart System version 3.1.0 update to over 170,000 users.

On July 23, 2026, Lido officially rolled out the Coconut Smart System version 3.1.0 to over 170,000 users. This update brings significant enhancements across multiple functional domains, including intelligent driver assistance, the smart cockpit, and the intelligent chassis, with the aim of continuously elevating the smart‑car experience for all users.

2026-07-17

From R&D collaboration to large-scale manufacturing, Yijing’s first strategic model has reached a pivotal milestone.

On July 20, the first mass-produced Yijing X9 rolled off the assembly line in Chengdu. As Yijing Auto’s inaugural strategic model, the Yijing X9 is positioned as a “next-generation family flagship.”

2026-07-10

With domestic demand declining and exports surging, the automotive market has undergone a structural shift in the first half of the year.

The China Passenger Car Association and the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers have successively released June and first-half passenger car production and sales figures. Although the two sets of statistics differ slightly in their methodologies, the overall industry picture is stark: domestic retail sales have plunged sharply, with gasoline‑powered vehicles nearly cut in half; meanwhile, overseas vehicle exports have surged, making it virtually certain that annual exports will exceed 10 million units. As domestic demand remains under pressure and overseas markets step in to provide a safety net, the new‑energy vehicle sector is also showing signs of fragmentation: battery‑electric vehicles continue to strengthen, while the growth dividend from range‑extender models has largely evaporated, signaling that transitional strategies are being phased out at an accelerating pace.

2026-07-03

Jihu’s June sales reached 25,646 units, up 219.3% year over year.

According to official information from BAIC, Jihu Automobile recorded sales of 25,646 units in June 2026, marking a new monthly sales record and a year-on-year increase of 219.3%.

2026-06-29

World Model × Reinforcement Learning: Horizon HSD V2.0 Reimagines the End-to-End Upper Bound

On June 29, Horizon officially launched the HSD V2.0 version of its all‑scene advanced driver‑assistance system. As the largest OTA upgrade since HSD’s debut, V2.0 delivers advancements across six key dimensions, introduces 18 new features, and refines 25 user experiences. With its core capability of “point‑to‑point mobility and comprehensive collision prevention,” it sets a new benchmark for the continuous evolution of end‑to‑end systems.

2026-06-18

AI-Powered Automotive Tolling: From “Plucking the Goose” to “Selling Peace of Mind”

As the notion that “free is always the most expensive” has become a consensus among the internet generation, charging for AI services now feels entirely natural. The free trials on mobile apps and web platforms are nothing more than “tasting samples”; the truly valuable API calls have long been priced openly.

2026-06-12

The first concept car makes its debut as Saide Technology unveils its AI‑powered automotive brand, AIVA.

On June 9, 2026, Saidou Technology officially launched its AI‑powered, eco‑friendly mobility brand, AIVA, in Beijing, and announced a strategic partnership with Volcano Engine to co‑define, co‑design, and jointly develop an AI‑driven automotive experience. Volcano Engine is providing AIVA with technical solutions such as the Doubao large language model and an intelligent in‑vehicle cockpit, helping the brand elevate the in‑car smart interaction experience.

2026-06-05

BYD and Sinopec deepen their strategic cooperation to jointly build a smart energy ecosystem.

On June 3, 2026, BYD Co., Ltd. (“BYD”) and China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (“Sinopec”) formally signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement in Beijing. Centered on building a smart energy ecosystem under the “Ten Thousand Stations for Energy Accumulation, Fast Charging at Gas Stations” initiative, the two parties will engage in multi‑level, comprehensive industrial and capital collaboration across charging networks, the automotive owner ecosystem, and the upstream and downstream segments of the industry chain, jointly driving the deep integration and transformation and upgrading of the energy and transportation sectors.

2026-05-29

New-energy vehicle price hikes: Where do they start, and how far can they go?

Since late April, the automotive market has witnessed a rare phenomenon in recent years: more than a dozen brands have announced price hikes one after another. To date, some 15 automakers are said to have joined this trend. In fact, anyone familiar with the market knows that pricing adjustments come in many forms, and some increases are not easily categorized or attributed outright.

2026-05-22

Dual‑circle synergy: the BJ40 Extended‑Range Long‑Range Edition 521 makes its debut and sets sail.

On May 20, Game 3 of the CBA playoff semifinals between Beijing Beiqi and Shanghai Jiushi kicked off at the Wukesong Arena. Concurrently, the Beijing Off-Road Beiqi Men’s Basketball Team Brand Night was held, with a special event for owners of the BJ40 Range‑Extender Long‑Range Edition serving as its centerpiece.