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ADAS

WeRide Expands Smart Driving as Battery Tech Advances

WeRide has revealed that its L2++ end-to-end smart driving system is now undergoing road testing and adaptation in Germany, France, and Japan, marking a notable step in the globalization of Chinese EV technology. Alongside that, new research into longer-lasting sulfide solid-state batteries and faster-curing advanced composites shows how the EV market is evolving across software, battery, and materials innovation.

Jul 13, 20268 min

MobileyeNvidia

Mobileye, Nvidia Signal EV Tech’s Next Leap

Mobileye, Nvidia, SK hynix, and Melexis have unveiled technologies that could shape the next phase of the EV market: smarter autonomous-driving training, stronger AI compute infrastructure, and more compact vehicle sensing. From Mobileye’s tools built on data from more than 230 million vehicles to Melexis’ new four-position non-contact sensor, the message is clear: future Chinese EVs will compete on software, chips, and electronics integration as much as on batteries and range.

Jun 8, 202610 min

VolvoChinese EVs

Volvo’s US Waiver and China’s EV Tech Shake-Up

Volvo has secured a crucial US waiver to keep importing connected vehicles using Chinese software and hardware, even as Washington phases in stricter bans from the 2027 and 2030 model years. Meanwhile, China’s EV market is heating up on the autonomous-driving front, with D1EV’s latest rankings showing Exeed, IM Motors, and Aito leading a fast-evolving ADAS race that now stretches from premium EVs to RMB 100,000-class models like the GAC Aion N60.

May 27, 202610 min

Dongfeng AeolusChinese EVs

Beijing Auto Show 2026: Dongfeng, ADAS, Lighting

At the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, Dongfeng Aeolus outlined a family-focused new-energy strategy centered on the L7, L8, L9 and a 22-model pipeline, while Motovis launched a mass-market L2+ driving-and-parking controller and Xingyu showcased next-generation smart lighting technology. The combined message from China’s EV industry is clear: affordable ADAS, software-defined hardware, and household-focused vehicle design are becoming the next major battlegrounds in the Chinese EV market.

Apr 27, 202611 min

BYDXPeng

BYD e7 and China EV Tech Shift Reshape Market

BYD has launched the Linghui e7, a mid-size electric sedan priced from RMB 95,800 with up to 550 km CLTC range, ultra-fast charging, and a battery rated for 600,000 km life. At the same time, D1EV’s latest smart-driving tests suggest Chinese ADAS leaders such as XPeng, Horizon, and Bosch-WeRide are rapidly advancing one-stage end-to-end autonomous driving, while a new US tariff refund process adds fresh uncertainty to the global EV market.

Apr 15, 20268 min

LeapmotorInfineon

Leapmotor and Infineon Signal China EV Shift

Leapmotor’s new A10 shows how quickly Chinese EV technology is moving downmarket, bringing lidar-equipped advanced driver assistance to the RMB 86,800 price point while the company targets 1 million annual sales in 2026. At the same time, Infineon’s new automotive motor-control SiP highlights the importance of subsystem integration, while Binli Auto’s wage crisis underscores the brutal consolidation underway in the Chinese EV market.

Mar 28, 202610 min

SVOLTBYD

Chinese EVs Face Reset as Exports and ADAS Rise

China’s EV industry entered 2026 with mixed signals: global January new-energy vehicle sales fell 6% to 1.183 million units, but demand outside China and the US still grew 36%. At the same time, SVOLT’s overseas battery shipments climbed to 1.66 GWh in January-February, or enough for 30,000+ EVs, while stricter Chinese ADAS rules are reshaping how automakers launch and market intelligent driving features.

Mar 11, 202610 min

Chinese EVsADAS

Chinese EVs Dominate: ADAS Wins, Europe Surge, eVTOL Boom

China's EV giants like NIO, Zeekr, and Xiaomi shine in智驾大赛 with top ADAS scores, while brands surge 108% in Europe to 78k units. Yufeng Future's 100M RMB eVTOL funding accelerates low空经济 amid EU CBAM expansions. These moves cement China's lead in intelligent driving and global mobility.

Dec 19, 20254 min

Hongqi HS6PHEV

Hongqi HS6 PHEV Launch: Powering China's EV Surge

FAW Hongqi launched the HS6 PHEV SUV on Dec 16 at 17.88万元, boasting 5.1L/100km efficiency, advanced ADAS, and cold-weather prowess amid Horizon's 10M-chip milestone for affordable city NOA. As EU eases 2035 ICE bans, this signals China's PHEV and smart tech leadership, poised to dominate global exports.

Dec 17, 20253 min

QNXSoftware Defined Vehicle

China EV Buzz: QNX Summit, Nio Rival Bust, N6 Hits 10K Orders

QNX's Shanghai summit unveiled ASIL D-certified SDV tech with partners like Geely, powering China's EV software shift. Dongfeng Nissan's N6 PHEV SUV smashed 10,000 orders in 10 days, fueling hybrid demand. XPeng secured a police win against AI deepfakes, highlighting digital risks in the booming Chinese EV market.

Dec 10, 20253 min