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On July 11, Geely launched the 2026 ICON Chocolate at a promo price of 7.98-8.58 k RMB. The 4 350 mm compact SUV adds four new colours and keeps the 133 kW 1.5TD+7DCT combo, delivering 6.3 L/100 km WLTC. Standard kit includes Flyme Auto, 14.6-inch screen, heated front seats and Bluetooth smart key.

On July 10, Jetta officially unveiled the all-new VS8, a mid-size SUV featuring a bold “Warrior Armor” design language. Measuring 4,629×1,851×1,624 mm with a 2,731 mm wheelbase, the VS8 offers a tech-forward cabin with a 10.25-inch digital cluster and 14.6-inch floating infotainment screen. Power comes from a 1.4L turbocharged engine producing 110 kW, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Built on the MQB EVO platform, it features MacPherson front and multi-link rear suspension, and includes Level 2 ADAS with over 20 active safety functions.

Listed in MIIT’s 19th tax-exempt batch, the Leapmotor B01 gains a 43.9 kWh LFP pack delivering 430 km CLTC. The 4 770 mm EV with 2 735 mm wheelbase, Cd 0.197, packs Qualcomm 8295/8650 SoCs and LiDAR enabling 26 L2+ ADAS functions. Pre-sale RMB 105 800-135 800, launch on 24 July.

Following the Goodwood debut of the Super EV Concept, Honda has teased the production N-One e: kei EV. It mirrors the N-Van e: powertrain—64 PS/162 Nm front motor, 29.6 kWh battery, 245 km WLTP range—outpacing rivals like the Nissan Sakura. The car supports 50 kW DC fast-charging to 80 % in 30 minutes. Narrow-body styling with round lamps and dual charging ports is retained; an export-oriented, sportier version is hinted, potentially making it the first global kei EV.

FAW-VW’s refreshed Teramont debuts in August with a 200 kW fifth-gen EA888 engine. Updates include full-width DRL, illuminated logo and closed honeycomb grille; it measures 5143 mm long with a 2980 mm wheelbase and offers six- or seven-seat configurations.

On July 15, Porsche officially opened the country's first Porsche Charging Lounge in Signy-Avenex near Nyon, Switzerland. It is equipped with 6 DC fast charging terminals with an output power of up to 400 kW. It only takes 18 minutes for the Taycan to charge 10-80%. The station is modularly designed by Studio F.A. Porsche, integrating rooftop photovoltaic and heat pump systems, providing all-weather lounges, catering and high-speed Wi-Fi. Car owners can enter without feeling through Porsche ID, license plate recognition or My Porsche App. This station is the second Porsche Charging Lounge outside Germany and the seventh in the world, further improving Porsche's high-end charging network in Europe.