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Spy photos of the first model from FREELANDER—a new independent electrification brand jointly developed by Chery and Jaguar Land Rover—have been leaked online, with the global debut scheduled for March 31. The large six-seat plug-in hybrid SUV, spotted in crash test configuration with Chery badging visible, signals Chery's lead in project development. The vehicle is reportedly built on Chery's T1X platform, developed by an international team integrating JLR and Qoros technologies for shared development and synergistic benefits. The modular T1X architecture supports wheelbase adjustment between 2,560-2,800 mm, covering A to B-segment SUVs with flexible dimensional scalability. The FREELANDER launch marks the substantive execution of Chery-JLR cooperation in the electrification domain.

NIO officially launched the 2026 ES6 and EC6 on April 2, with the ES6 priced at 338,000 yuan (230,000 yuan with BaaS) and EC6 at 358,000 yuan (250,000 yuan with BaaS). Nature Adventure special editions start at 350,000 and 370,000 yuan respectively. Updates include Moon 3.0 exterior package and 20-inch forged wheels, with special editions featuring exclusive Star Green/Cloud White paints and 21-inch wheels. Customers locking orders before April 30 receive zero-gravity seats, five-year NOP+ subscription and additional limited-time benefits.

EXEED launched the VX 5th Anniversary Limited Edition on April 1, offering fuel and C-DM PHEV variants priced from 209,900 to 219,900 yuan, with limited-time subsidized prices starting at 159,900 yuan. The special edition features exclusive silver-black two-tone paint. The fuel variant upgrades to adaptive damping suspension, powered by a 2.0T engine (192 kW/400 Nm) with 8AT and AWD. The C-DM variant employs a 1.5T engine with triple-motor PHEV architecture delivering 455 kW and 920 Nm through a 3-speed DHT and standard AWD system.

Wuling announced its Huajing S large SUV will open pre-booking on April 7, marking the first flagship model from the deepened Wuling-Huawei strategic partnership. Built on the Tianyu Architecture L platform, the large six-seat PHEV SUV features a new design language with full-width star-ring DRLs and closed grille for enhanced visual width, plus distinctive full-width taillights. Dimensions of 5,235 mm long and 3,105 mm wheelbase position it in the full-size SUV segment.

Mercedes-Benz unveiled the new GLS flagship full-size SUV, representing the second mid-cycle facelift with comprehensive upgrades across design, interior, intelligence, chassis and powertrain. Exterior enhancements include larger star-pattern grille and new LED headlamps with integrated star motifs. Powertrain features a flat-plane crankshaft V8 with standard pre-scan air suspension and upgraded driver assistance. The Maybach GLS will receive simultaneous updates. Global launch scheduled for late 2026 with China introduction planned for 2027.

Mercedes-Benz unveiled the new GLE family including GLE, GLE Coupe and AMG GLE 53 Hybrid, featuring the latest design language with enlarged star-pattern grille and new LED headlamps, plus Deep Petroleum Blue and Patagonia Red metallic paints. Interior highlights include MBUX Superscreen, flat-plane crankshaft V8 engine and upgraded L2++ intelligent driving assistance. Chassis and powertrain enhancements accompany the AMG and PHEV variants. Global launch scheduled for Q2 2026 with China introduction planned within the year.