On January 20th, the 2026 GAC Toyota bZ7 was confirmed to officially launch in March of this year. The Toyota bZ7 is a milestone in Toyota's electrification strategy. As Toyota's first deeply localized D-segment pure electric sedan in the Chinese market, fully integrated with China's technological ecosystem, the bZ7, with its disruptive positioning of "D-segment experience at a 200,000 RMB price point," directly targets the mid-to-high-end pure electric sedan market, becoming another core product in Toyota's electric transformation in China after the bZ3X.

In January 2026, the AVATR 12 underwent a major upgrade – the first HUAWEI Qiankun co-created intelligent driving model was officially unveiled. This update not only refines the exterior details but also achieves a comprehensive leap forward in three dimensions: intelligent driving, power system, and luxurious cabin, strongly entering the 300,000-yuan intelligent electric sedan market with a product philosophy of "technology as the body, HUAWEI as the soul."

NIO will hold a technical launch event for the 2026 NIO ES9 on April 10, 2026, with an official launch in Q2. Positioned as NIO's new flagship large electric SUV, it boasts core competencies in ultra-spacious interior, flagship chassis, intelligent cockpit, and battery swapping system, comprehensively surpassing its competitors and designed specifically for high-end business and multi-child family scenarios.

The all-new 2026 Chery QQ3 is not simply a replica, but a complete redesign of the 2006 "national icon" QQ3. It inherits the classic, rounded, and cute exterior design, but is based on the all-new T12 pure electric platform, transforming into a smart pure electric small car with a wheelbase of 2700mm and a price range of 60,000-80,000 RMB. It focuses on a differentiated approach of "small body, large space, and advanced intelligent driving," targeting young urban commuters and female users.

On January 17th, the CHERY FULWIN T9L large five-seater SUV opened for pre-orders. Some specifications of the new vehicle have been released, and it is expected to be officially launched after the Chinese New Year (estimated in late February).

On January 16th, the 2026 LIVAN 8 all-electric MPV was launched today. The new car offers three models, with a limited-time price starting from 112,800 RMB. Positioned as a compact all-electric MPV, it boasts a maximum CLTC range of 545km. The new model retains the exterior and interior design of the current model, focusing on powertrain upgrades, while also featuring a reduced price.

January 15th News: Xiaomi Automobile has just released in-depth details about the next-generation SU7, featuring 9 exterior colors, 5 interior colors, and 6 wheel options, with a maximum range of 902km and advanced intelligent driving features across all models. It is expected to launch in April of this year.

At the beginning of 2026, the Dongfeng NISSAN N6 redefined the emotional value of joint-venture plug-in hybrid sedans with a culturally resonant interior upgrade. Following its launch in December 2026 , which saw 6,822 units sold in its first month and secured its position at the top of the joint-venture plug-in hybrid sales charts, the N6 launched a new "Grand Purple and Red" bespoke interior color on January 15, 2026, offered free of charge for a limited time, becoming the most ritualistic way to travel in the new year.

On November 15th, SAIC Wuling officially launched its first rugged-style SUV, the Wuling Xingguang 560. Four models are available: 1.5T 6MT Comfort (gasoline), 1.5T CVT Elite (gasoline), 125km Luxury (plug-in hybrid), and 500km Luxury (pure electric). Positioned as a "versatile, rugged, and spacious SUV," it has a suggested retail price of 62,800-98,800 RMB, strongly entering the 60,000-100,000 RMB household SUV market and redefining the standard of "high value."

On January 15, 2026, Dongfeng Motor Corporation Passenger Vehicle Company officially announced last night that the launch ceremony for the winter testing of the Dongfeng solid-state battery prototype was held in Wuhan. The prototype vehicle, equipped with Dongfeng Automobile's 350Wh/kg solid-state battery, officially departed for the Mohe cold region test base in Northeast China, beginning several weeks of extreme cold weather testing in temperatures ranging from -40℃ to -30℃. This test marks a crucial step in the development of China's solid-state battery technology, moving from the laboratory to real-world climate validation, and lays a solid foundation for mass production and vehicle integration in September 2026.