Automotive lidar sensors, perception systems and their deployment in assisted or automated driving.
BYD Qin Max reaches Chinese dealers ahead of 13 August launch
BYD’s Qin Max electric and plug-in hybrid sedan has reached Chinese dealerships ahead of its 13 August launch. The model offers up to 630km of CLTC range, nine-minute flash charging and DiPilot 300 assisted driving with roof-mounted LiDAR.
FAW–Volkswagen opens China pre-orders for LiDAR-equipped ID. Aura T6
FAW–Volkswagen has opened blind pre-orders in China for the electric ID. Aura T6 SUV. The vehicle uses CEA architecture, LiDAR and Horizon Robotics’ 420-TOPS Journey 6H chip to support highway and urban driving assistance.
Xiaomi opens Chinese presales for Skynomad N70 and N90 crossovers
Xiaomi has opened Chinese presales for its Skynomad N70 and N90 range-extended crossovers, priced from 259,900 yuan. The models offer up to 505km of CLTC electric range, LiDAR-based assisted driving and 5G connectivity, with the N90 launching in September 2026.
Freelander 8 extended-range electric SUV enters production in China
Chery Jaguar Land Rover has started mass production of the Freelander 8 extended-range electric SUV at its Changshu plant in China. The six-seat model uses a 1.5-litre generator, a 60.3kWh battery and Huawei assisted driving with 896-line LiDAR.
Changan opens pre-sales for refreshed Deepal S05 with LiDAR
Changan has opened pre-sales in China for the refreshed electric Deepal S05, priced from 119,900 yuan. The update adds LiDAR, 26 sensors and SDA Pilot assisted-driving functions, alongside revised styling, a new cockpit and 520km or 620km ranges.
SAIC opens China presales for MG 07 electric liftback
SAIC has opened presales in China for the MG 07 electric liftback, priced from 125,900 yuan. Higher trims offer CATL batteries, 800V 5C charging, up to 845 km CLTC range and roof-mounted LiDAR supporting assisted-driving functions.
Updated BYD Seal 06 reaches Chinese dealerships ahead of launch
Updated BYD Seal 06 vehicles have reached Chinese dealerships ahead of launch. Regulatory filings and dealer reports indicate EV and DM-i powertrains, outputs up to 240 kW, Blade Battery options and indicative pricing of 105,000–145,000 yuan, while LiDAR-equipped versions may cost more.
BYD reveals 2027 Seal 06 with roof-mounted LiDAR sensor
BYD has released images of the 2027 Seal 06, showing a roof-mounted LiDAR sensor and revised EV and DM-i powertrains. Reported EV outputs reach 240 kW, but launch timing, pricing and final specifications remain unconfirmed.
Lynk & Co launches 07 GT plug-in hybrid wagon with 523 hp
Lynk & Co has launched the 07 GT plug-in hybrid wagon with up to 523 hp, a 28.3kWh battery and up to 200km of electric range. Higher trims add Nvidia-powered G-Pilot H7 assisted driving with LiDAR, door-to-door navigation and urban NOA.
Geely opens pre-sales for Galaxy TT Ultra electric sedan
Geely has opened pre-sales in China for the Galaxy TT Ultra, a pure-electric sedan featuring an 800V platform, 16-in-1 electric drive, 6C charging, LiDAR and Nvidia-powered assisted driving. The 999-unit launch is priced at 209,800 yuan.
Voyah Passion S electric SUV pre-sales to open on 24 July
Voyah will open pre-sales for its Passion S electric SUV on 24 July. The model features four LiDAR sensors, Huawei Qiankun ADS 5 and up to 700km of claimed range, with rear-wheel- and all-wheel-drive versions.
MG 07 electric fastback reaches Chinese dealerships ahead of pre-sales
SAIC MG has begun placing MG 07 electric fastback sedans in Chinese dealerships ahead of 29 July pre-sales. The model offers 400V and 800V architectures, up to 840 km of claimed range, 5C charging and higher-trim LiDAR-assisted driving.
Exeed launches 2027 Exlantix ES with Falcon 700 driver assistance
Chery’s Exeed has launched the 2027 Exlantix ES sedan in EREV and BEV versions, with Falcon 700 driver assistance standard across the range. The system uses Nvidia Orin-Y, 27 sensors and lidar to support urban and motorway Navigate on Autopilot, alongside Qualcomm’s 8295P cockpit chip and Carmind AI.
GWM opens pre-sales for Haval H10 plug-in hybrid SUV in China
GWM has opened pre-sales in China for the Haval H10 plug-in hybrid SUV, with five- and six-seat versions, 800V fast-charging support, standard LiDAR and Coffee Pilot 3 assistance. Prices start at 214,800 yuan.
Leapmotor reveals A05S sedan interior with LiDAR-assisted driving
Leapmotor has revealed the interior of its A05S compact sedan, which will use LiDAR to support urban and highway assisted driving and memory parking. The electric model is planned with two motors and batteries offering ranges of 405km and 510km.
Leapmotor adds 800V platforms to $14,000 B10 and B01 electric cars
Leapmotor has introduced refreshed B10 and B01 electric cars priced from about $14,000, with 800V SiC platforms, 3C fast charging, up to 670km CLTC range and standard LiDAR-supported intelligent driving hardware.
NuPort Robotics reports commercial traction for autonomous trucking platform
Canadian autonomous-trucking developer NuPort Robotics says its commercial deployments across retail, ports, forestry and mining have generated more revenue than the capital raised. Its retrofit NuDrive platform is operating with customers and the company is seeking further North American deployments.
Chery tests LiDAR-equipped export SUVs with Falcon 700 assisted driving
Chery has been spotted testing LiDAR-equipped Tiggo 8 Pro Max and Lepas L6 SUVs in China, signalling plans to extend its Falcon 700 assisted-driving system beyond the domestic market.
Chery Fulwin A9 secures 18,173 pre-sale orders
Chery has secured 18,173 pre-sale orders within 72 hours after it has launched the Fulwin A9, a mid-size sedan family offered in pure-electric and extended-range plug-in drivetrains, with prices starting at ¥115,900.
Li Auto files i9 flagship electric SUV with 800V charging
Li Auto has filed its i9 flagship electric SUV with the MIIT and has disclosed dimensions, dual-motor powertrain, 800V platform and 5C fast charging enabling a 400 km charge in ten minutes and an expected CLTC range above 800 km.
Geely Galaxy TT Ultra revealed with 578 hp and 800V architecture
Geely has revealed the Galaxy TT Ultra electric performance sedan, featuring an 800V platform, 578 hp dual-motor powertrain, CATL lithium-iron-phosphate battery and roof-mounted lidar supporting Qianli Haohan H7 driver-assistance functions.
Volkswagen ID. Aura T6 revealed for China market
Volkswagen has revealed the ID. Aura T6, a China‑exclusive mid‑size electric SUV that has been equipped with a 170kW rear motor, has measured 4.81 metres in length and has adopted LFP batteries and Carizon LiDAR driving assistance.
Chery iCaur V25 regulatory filing reveals 150km EREV and LiDAR ADAS
Chery’s iCaur V25 EREV has been listed by China’s MIIT, revealing a 33.679kWh LFP battery, up to 150km WLTC electric range, optional 1,800kg towing capacity and LiDAR-enabled assisted-driving hardware.
BYD Qin Plus revealed with LiDAR and larger dimensions
BYD has filed homologation for a revised Qin Plus that has been revealed with larger dimensions, roof-mounted LiDAR and DiPilot 300 assisted driving, and has been presented with a DM-i plug-in hybrid, increased electric range and planned multi-factory assembly.
BYD reaches 17 million NEV milestone with Seal 08
BYD has announced its 17 millionth new-energy vehicle has rolled off the production line and has launched the Seal 08 flagship sedan, which has secured over 100,000 firm orders and has signalled accelerated manufacturing momentum.
Zeekr 9X owner complains after assisted-driving crash in China
A Zeekr 9X collided with a telephone pole while in assisted-driving mode in China. The owner alleged misleading safety claims, while Zeekr staff said the pole’s round profile may have affected LiDAR detection.
MG 07 electric fastback to offer liquid-solid-state battery and LiDAR
MG will open pre-sales for the electric MG 07 on 29 July, offering up to 840 km of range, a liquid-solid-state battery option, roof-mounted LiDAR and Momenta R7-assisted driving technology. A plug-in hybrid variant is also planned.
Hesai Technology Blacklisted by US over Security Concerns
Hesai Technology, a Shanghai lidar manufacturer, has been blacklisted by the US Defence Department and has expanded partnerships with US firms including Nvidia. Experts have raised cybersecurity and national-security concerns about potential data access and firmware vulnerabilities.
BYD Song L GT electric fastback undergoes road testing in China
BYD’s Song L GT electric fastback crossover has been spotted undergoing road tests in China after a year-long lull. The updated model features a roof-mounted LiDAR sensor and may adopt BYD’s latest battery and assisted-driving technology.
Geely teases Preface L90 sedan with LiDAR-assisted driving system
Geely has teased the Preface L90, a large sedan due to debut in China on 10 July. The model will offer ICE and hybrid powertrains, optional LiDAR and an assisted-driving system capable of urban and highway navigation.
Refreshed Tank 300 L opens pre-sales in China with new hybrid powertrain
Great Wall Motor’s refreshed Tank 300 L has opened for pre-sales in China ahead of its 19 July launch. The SUV introduces the Hi4-Z hybrid powertrain, extended wheelbase and a LiDAR-enabled driver-assistance system with full-scenario navigation.
Updated Lynk & Co 02 EV with 800V platform and LiDAR to enter China
Lynk & Co will introduce an updated 02 electric crossover in China in Q3 2026, featuring an 800V silicon-carbide platform with 6C charging and a roof-mounted LiDAR sensor for assisted driving.
BYD launches Seal 08 electric sedan with 905 km range in China
BYD has launched the Seal 08 electric sedan in China, with prices from RMB 196,900, up to 905 km of CLTC range and five-minute fast charging. The model also includes LiDAR-equipped driver assistance and is available in EV and plug-in hybrid versions.
BYD tests upgraded Atto 2 with rear-wheel drive and possible LiDAR
BYD is testing an upgraded version of its Atto 2 electric SUV, known as the Yuan Up in China, with a rear-wheel-drive platform and revised suspension. A future variant may also add LiDAR for advanced autonomous-driving capabilities.
Jaecoo J5 spotted with LiDAR-assisted driving system in China
A Jaecoo J5 prototype spotted in China features roof-mounted LiDAR, reportedly supporting Chery’s Falcon 700 assisted-driving system. The crossover was also seen with a self-charging hybrid powertrain, although the potential Kun Peng 2.0 upgrade remains unconfirmed.
Ouster Rev8 lidar approved for BABA funding
Ouster has confirmed that its Rev8 lidar family has complied with the Build America, Buy America Act, enabling federal funding eligibility for deployments of its BlueCity traffic management platform and sensors in United States infrastructure projects.
Chery-Jaguar Land Rover Freelander 8 adds five colours
Chery-Jaguar Land Rover has added five exterior colours to the Freelander 8 and has outlined its technical specifications, including a 1.5T range‑extender (115 kW), 60.331 kWh battery (221 km EV range), 800V charging and advanced LiDAR and driver‑assist systems.
BYD teases flagship Tai 9 SUV with flash charging and lidar
BYD has teased its Fang Cheng Bao Tai 9 flagship SUV, detailing a 5.3-metre three-row design, second-generation Blade battery with flash charging and roof-mounted lidar supporting its God’s Eye B assisted-driving system.
BYD Atto 2 refresh gains rear-wheel drive and optional LiDAR
BYD’s refreshed Atto 2, spotted in China, is expected to gain a rear-wheel-drive layout, longer wheelbase, revised suspension and optional LiDAR-assisted driving. Chinese versions are expected to use 42kWh and 52kWh LFP battery packs.
BYD Great Han flagship sedan revealed with nine-minute flash charging
BYD’s Great Han flagship sedan has appeared in spy shots and regulatory filings, with plug-in hybrid and pure-electric variants, a second-generation Blade battery and nine-minute flash charging. Top trims will feature roof-mounted LiDAR for advanced driving assistance.
Huawei-GAC launches electric GT7 shooting brake in China
Huawei and GAC have launched the electric GT7 in China, featuring an 800V architecture, 6C fast charging, Huawei’s ADS 5 assisted-driving system and 896-line LiDAR. The model offers up to 768 hp and 900 km of CLTC range.
Haval GWM H10 flagship plug-in hybrid SUV unveiled
Haval has unveiled the GWM H10, a full‑size plug‑in hybrid flagship with up to 180 km electric range, five‑ and six‑seat layouts, GWM One monocoque architecture and a 42.8 kWh battery.
Li Auto launches 2026 Li L8 five-seater SUV
Li Auto has launched the 2026 Li L8 five-seater SUV in China, offered in Ultra and Livis variants, equipped with a 72.7 kWh 5C range-extender battery, EMB in the Livis, advanced driver-assistance options and a US$52,900 starting price.
Huawei-GAC Aito GT7 electric shooting brake enters production before launch
Huawei and GAC have begun production of the electric Aito GT7 ahead of its 26 June retail launch in China. The premium model uses Huawei’s Chitu platform, ADS 5 assisted-driving system and laser radar, with production at GAC’s automated plant and pre-orders exceeding 10,000 units.
BYD reveals Seal 08 with LiDAR-assisted driving and 900 km range
BYD has revealed further details of its Seal 08 flagship electric sedan, including roof-mounted LiDAR for its God’s Eye B driving-assistance system, an 800V platform, second-generation Blade Battery and charging that adds 400 km of range in five minutes.
BYD Seal 08 reaches Chinese dealerships ahead of July launch
BYD’s Seal 08 flagship sedan has reached Chinese dealerships ahead of its 2 July launch, with pre-orders open. The plug-in hybrid and battery-electric model features an 800-volt architecture, LiDAR-based mapping, air suspension and active rear-wheel steering.
Exeed EX6 plug-in hybrid crossover revealed for China
Chery’s Exeed brand has revealed the EX6 crossover in China, featuring a plug-in hybrid powertrain and roof-mounted LiDAR. The facelifted model is due to enter the Chinese market in Q3 2026, with potential overseas sales under the Omoda 9 or Exeed RX names.
BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao Formula S spotted testing ahead of 2026 launch
BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao Formula S liftback has been spotted testing in China, revealing its interior and roof-mounted LiDAR. The electric sedan is expected to use DiPilot 5.0 assisted driving, Blade Battery 2.0 and Flash Charging ahead of a planned third-quarter 2026 launch.
Leapmotor updates C10, C11 and C16 line-up
Leapmotor has launched refreshed C10, C11 and C16 models, priced from ¥125,800; it has introduced extended-range and pure-electric powertrains, 800V architecture, LiDAR-equipped high trims, and upgraded interiors and infotainment features.