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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.

Baojun launched the 2026 Yunduo on 15 July in five variants, with trade-in prices of RMB 99.8–119.8k. The 4 590 mm compact SUV retains dual-face styling, 2 750 mm wheelbase, adds memory tailgate, new two-tone cabin and Lingyu AI cockpit. BEV offers 500 km CLTC range; PHEV delivers 60/140 km electric range and 4.86 L/100 km fuel consumption.

On 17 July Changan launched the fourth-gen CS75 PLUS Smart Supreme at RMB 115.9k, effectively RMB 99.9k after incentives. The compact SUV measures 4 770 × 1 910 × 1 705 mm on a 2 800 mm wheelbase and offers a 725-1 620 L cargo bay. A triple-screen cockpit (10.25-, 14.6- and 12.3-inch) debuts the iFlytek Spark AI model, supports custom apps and remote smartphone control.

On July 15, Geely Automobile announced it will acquire the remaining shares of premium EV brand Zeekr via a share-swap and cash deal, achieving 100% ownership. Zeekr will continue as a standalone marque while leveraging Geely’s scale and channels to create a full-spectrum powertrain and market coverage—from mass to luxury—and boost global competitiveness in Europe and Southeast Asia.