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Avatr

Huawei ADS: Why Avatr Keeps Winning in China

Avatr’s repeated wins in Huawei-backed intelligent driving contests show that smart EV leadership is increasingly about full-vehicle integration, not just sharing the same ADS software. Meanwhile, Momenta’s HK$70 billion Hong Kong debut highlights investor confidence in Chinese autonomous driving, even as H1 2026 city NOA data shows Huawei, Tesla, and Momenta together hold only 43.5% of the market. At the same time, Chinese electric sports sedans from Xiaomi, Zeekr, and others are redefining performance by combining chassis sophistication, comfort, and advanced driver assistance.

Jul 14, 20269 min

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Chinese EVs Shift Upmarket as Hybrids Gain Ground

China’s EV market is entering a new phase as premium hardware such as 800V platforms, air suspension, and lidar spreads into the 200,000-300,000 yuan sedan segment. Models like the Avatr 06T, Xiaomi SU7, and Shangjie Z7T show how Chinese EV brands are balancing range, charging speed, intelligent driving, and chassis engineering, while Horse Powertrain’s global hybrid award and Changchun’s new auto plan highlight the growing importance of flexible powertrains, batteries, chips, and autonomous driving.

Jun 11, 202611 min

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Huawei-Linked Chinese EVs Gain New Momentum

Avatr has revealed the new 07L, a larger Huawei-linked luxury SUV due in Q3 with BEV and EREV versions, 800V architecture, and expected Huawei ADS 5 intelligent driving tech. Meanwhile, Seres has named Zhang Zhengping as chairman as Aito builds on 1 million deliveries in 46 months, highlighting how Chinese EV brands are scaling premium smart vehicles even as overseas markets like Japan remain relatively subdued.

Jun 9, 202610 min

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CATL and Avatr Signal China EV’s Next Big Leap

China’s EV sector is advancing on three fronts at once: Avatr 12 faces eight rivals in Beijing’s tough smart-driving challenge, CATL says sodium-ion batteries will enter mass production in 2025, and Yanfeng sees the smart cockpit shifting to scenario-driven design. Together, these moves show how Chinese EV brands are competing beyond range alone, with new emphasis on ADAS performance, battery safety and cold-weather capability, and next-generation cabin experiences.

May 31, 202611 min

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Chinese EVs Face Global Test as Autonomy Heats Up

China’s latest Wuhu autonomous driving contest showed how fierce the intelligent EV race has become, with BYD’s Yangwang U7 scoring 97 points and Avatr 12 advancing as Huawei’s top finisher. At the same time, Canada’s EV market is regaining momentum under subsidies, while US tariff refunds worth about $20 billion highlight how trade volatility still shapes the global outlook for Chinese EVs, ADAS, and battery-powered expansion.

Apr 19, 202610 min

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Dongfeng Nissan NX8 Leads China EV Tech Push

Dongfeng Nissan has launched pre-sales for the new NX8 family SUV and unveiled Tianyan Architecture 2.0, bringing 800V charging, dual BEV/EREV powertrains, lidar-backed ADAS, and a strong safety pitch to China’s fiercely competitive EV market. Alongside Nvidia’s GTC 2026 autonomous-driving updates and Avatr’s Taihang Chassis Control 2.0, the news shows how Chinese EV competition is shifting from simple range and performance claims to full-stack software, safety, and engineering execution.

Mar 21, 202611 min