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Spy shots reveal the refreshed AITO M7 adopting M9-inspired styling and introducing its first pure-electric variant. Length grows to 5100 mm and wheelbase to 3050 mm for larger battery packaging. A full-width taillight with AD “blue indicator” completes the rear. Pre-orders are expected to open in August, with CLTC EV range likely exceeding 300 km.

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.