A groundbreaking empirical study released by Recurrent, a globally renowned electric vehicle data analytics company, reveals for the first time, using large-scale real-world usage data, the significant advancements in electric vehicle battery technology in China and globally: 2023 model year electric vehicles maintain an average range retention rate of 91% after 240,000 kilometers, far exceeding the 81% level of models from a decade ago. This data is not an ideal laboratory value, but is based on long-term operational statistics of nearly 1,000 real user vehicles, marking a shift from "range anxiety" as a technical bottleneck to a historical memory.
On January 29, 2026, XPeng Motors officially opened pre-orders for the 2026 XPeng X9 pure electric version. With its "all-around capabilities," it directly competes with the extended-range version, becoming the most technologically advanced and practical large seven-seater pure electric MPV on the market. Based on data released by the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and official announcements, this new vehicle achieves a comprehensive leap forward in range, intelligence, space, and driving control. The 2026 XPeng X9 pure electric version will fully align with the X9 Super Extended-Range version in terms of "all-around capabilities," providing an unprecedented experience for families and business travelers.
On January 28, 2026, BYD officially released the "SkyEye 5.0" advanced driver-assistance system, marking a new era of "AI self-evolution" in BYD's intelligent driving technology. This is not a simple functional upgrade, but a revolutionary leap from "tool assistance" to "intelligent partner."
The all-new Dongfeng NISSAN NX8, a mid-to-large-sized electric SUV, officially rolled off the production line at the Guangzhou Huadu factory on January 27, 2026, marking the joint venture brand's full-scale entry into the high-end new energy vehicle market. As the third product in the "N series," the NX8 features four core technologies: an 800V high-voltage platform, 5C ultra-fast charging, lidar-based intelligent driving, and an OLED quantum light screen. It will offer both pure electric and range-extended power versions, both utilizing an 800V silicon carbide platform and equipped with CATL lithium iron phosphate batteries, supporting 5C ultra-fast charging technology.
According to official sources from CHERY, the CHERY QQ brand night will be held on February 6th, and the CHERY QQ3EV is expected to open for pre-orders simultaneously. As a new member of the CHERY QQ family, the CHERY QQ3EV boasts a 2.7-meter wheelbase and a body length exceeding 4.1 meters. It is expected to be positioned as a pure electric small car and will utilize intelligent technologies such as AI Lingxi Smart Cockpit and Falcon 500 assisted driving.
On January 27, 2026, Chery's first all-electric pickup truck, the 2026 RELY R08 EV, was officially launched, with a price range of 127,800 to 158,800 RMB. Six models are available, redefining electric utility vehicles with the philosophy of "practicality first, technology as the foundation." Its battery system is not simply a matter of stacking parameters, but is deeply optimized around three core scenarios: heavy load, durability, and external power supply, truly meeting the production needs of wealth-creating individuals.
In the fierce competition of the 2026 electric vehicle market, the Mazda EZ-60 and BYD Sealion 06 stand out as two highly representative mid-size pure electric models – the former representing the Japanese brand's return to the "Jinba Ittai" (driver and car as one) driving philosophy in an electric vehicle, and the latter showcasing the Chinese brand's ultimate interpretation of "space + intelligence + cost-effectiveness." They compete in the same price segment but follow distinctly different product philosophies. The following in-depth analysis across six dimensions will help you find the car that's truly right for you.
The 2026 VW ID.ERA 9X is a German flagship six-seater extended-range SUV, set to launch in March. It features a 1.5T high-efficiency range extender and 800V fast charging, with a pure electric range exceeding 400km, L2.9 intelligent driving assistance, and an AI cockpit. Starting at 299,800 RMB, it redefines the standards for high-end joint-venture family vehicles.
The CHERY iCAR brand's all-new mid-to-large-sized extended-range hardcore SUV, the iCAR V27, has already opened for pre-orders and will be officially launched in the first quarter of 2026. As iCAR's first extended-range flagship model, the V27 redefines the boundaries of 200,000-yuan family off-road vehicles with its "square box" hardcore styling and intelligent technology.
In the 500,000 RMB premium electric SUV market, the showdown between the 2025 AITO M9 and the 2025 ZEEKR 9X is no longer just a battle of specifications, but a head-on clash of two lifestyles and two technological philosophies. One is a "smart life partner" deeply empowered by Huawei, and the other is a "declaration of performance and luxury" created by ZEEKR. Below, we break down the real differences between these two phenomenal models from six major dimensions.
