Dreame Technology unveils rocket-assisted EV concept with 0.9-second acceleration

Dreame Technology unveils rocket-assisted EV concept with 0.9-second acceleration

Credit: Dreame Technology Dreame Technology on Monday unveiled an experimental high-performance vehicle equipped with rocket boosters at its DREAME NEXT global launch event in the US, as the company signaled ambitions beyond its core smart home business. The concept model, named Nebula Next 01 JET Edition, features a propulsion system that differs sharply from conventional electric vehicles. According to the company, the car is designed with dual solid-fuel rocket boosters capable of delivering...
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Auto China 2026: Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo concept debuts in Beijing

Auto China 2026: Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo concept debuts in Beijing

Xiaomi Auto today announced that its Vision Gran Turismo concept supercar will make its domestic debut on April 24 at the Beijing Auto Show. The vehicle is designed by Xiaomi’s global design team, guided by the concept of “shaped by the wind,” aiming to achieve a balance between extreme aerodynamics and aesthetics. It features a drag coefficient as low as 0.29 and an aerodynamic efficiency of 4.1. As the first Chinese brand invited to participate in the Gran Turismo project, the Xiaomi Vis...
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JD.com launches robot ambulance service, plans expansion to 50+ cities across China

JD.com launches robot ambulance service, plans expansion to 50+ cities across China

JD.com on Wednesday launched its robot ambulance service, offering maintenance and repair solutions for humanoid robots, quadruped robots, AI companion robots, and more. The service covers basic repairs, fault diagnosis, battery replacement and recharging, testing and certification, cosmetic maintenance, and equipment recycling. Currently, JD.com’s robot ambulance is available in the Beijing area. Over the next three years, its on-site robot repair service will expand to more than 50 major cit...
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Xiaomi’s CEO showcases new-gen SU7 in teardown livestream, says orders exceed 40,000

Xiaomi’s CEO showcases new-gen SU7 in teardown livestream, says orders exceed 40,000

Lei Jun, founder of Xiaomi, hosted a livestream that lasted more than three hours at the company’s auto factory in Beijing’s Yizhuang district and offered a detailed teardown of the new-generation SU7 sedan. During the broadcast, Lei, alongside automotive safety expert Zhu Xichan, examined the vehicle component by component, covering exterior paintwork, forged wheels, interior materials and a 7.1.4-channel audio system, as well as structural elements such as aerospace-grade aluminum anti-col...
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AWE 2026: Dreame Technology displays Nebula Next 01X concept SUV

AWE 2026: Dreame Technology displays Nebula Next 01X concept SUV

Credit: Dreame At the Appliance & Electronics World Expo (AWE) 2026, Dreame Technology’s automotive brand Starry Sky Project showcased its first SUV concept car, the Nebula Next 01X. The vehicle adopts a design language inspired by supercars, featuring a front fascia centered on a multifunctional aerodynamic structure and L-shaped lighting elements. The body uses lightweight materials such as carbon fiber and adopts a fastback-style profile. For the chassis, the vehicle is equipped with t...
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Xiaomi said to enter vehicle-mounted solar sector through startup ties

Xiaomi said to enter vehicle-mounted solar sector through startup ties

Credit: Xiaomi Sources familiar with the matter said that Xiaomi is entering the vehicle-mounted photovoltaic sector, as the Chinese tech company expands its presence in the broader electric vehicle ecosystem. Li Chuangqi, former head of Xiaomi’s wearable business, has quietly launched a startup focused on vehicle-mounted solar technology and is expected to cooperate with Xiaomi on the project, the sources said. The arrangement helps avoid restrictions linked to non-compete agreements while re...
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MWC 2026: Xiaomi unveils Vision GT concept car

MWC 2026: Xiaomi unveils Vision GT concept car

Xiaomi unveiled its Vision GT two-door concept car at a global launch event in Barcelona ahead of MWC 2026. The company said PlayStation 5 users will be able to drive the vehicle in the racing game Gran Turismo 7. Xiaomi also introduced a dedicated driving simulator to allow consumers to experience the Vision GT concept car without a PS5. The vehicle features a low-slung wide-body design, scissor doors, and a large carbon-fiber rear wing, with an emphasis on aerodynamic efficiency. The concept c...
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Xiaomi Denies U.S. Entry Plans for SU7 After Test Car Spotted in California

Xiaomi Denies U.S. Entry Plans for SU7 After Test Car Spotted in California

Xiaomi founder and CEO Lei Jun said the company currently has no plans to enter the U.S. car market, after photos showed a Xiaomi SU7 Max driving on California’s I-5 interstate with local test plates. He said the vehicle was likely purchased by U.S. peers or suppliers for benchmarking, rather than being part of any market entry plan. Xiaomi President Lu Weibing has previously said the company plans to expand its auto business into overseas markets starting in 2027. Related Read More...
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Zeekr recalls 38,277 Zeekr 001 WE 86 vehicles over potential battery safety risk

Zeekr recalls 38,277 Zeekr 001 WE 86 vehicles over potential battery safety risk

Chinese electric vehicle maker Zeekr said on Monday it will voluntarily recall 38,277 units of its older Zeekr 001 WE 86 models manufactured between July 2021 and March 2024, citing potential battery safety risks. The company said some vehicles may have manufacturing consistency deviations in internal power battery components, which could lead to abnormal increases in internal resistance after long-term use, resulting in performance degradation and, in extreme cases, a risk of thermal runaway. Z...
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Changan Automobile teams up with CATL to deploy sodium-ion battery cars in 2026

Changan Automobile teams up with CATL to deploy sodium-ion battery cars in 2026

Changan Automobile said on Thursday it is teaming up with CATL to introduce sodium-ion battery technology and plans to launch multiple passenger vehicles featuring the new batteries within 2026. CATL said its sodium-ion cells have an energy density of 175 Wh/kg, allowing pure electric vehicles to travel more than 400 km on a single charge, with potential upgrades to 600 km. Range-extended hybrid models are expected to exceed 400 km. CATL also said it will deploy 3,000 battery swap stations acr...
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