China Auto Daily丨Chery Unveils Cutting-Edge AI Technologies and New Models at 2026 AI Night

Chery Holds 2026 AI Conference Showcasing Latest Technological Advances

Chery Automobile hosted its "Technology with AI" 2026 AI Night on January 17, marking the inaugural technology conference of its "One Thousand and One Nights" tech IP series for the year. The event showcased Chery's latest AI achievements spanning the Falcon Intelligent Driving, Lingxi Smart Cockpit, Flying Fish Digital Chassis, and Kunpeng Power domains, systematically presenting a comprehensive evolution from underlying technology to user experience. The company aims to accelerate "AI democratization" to deliver new value experiences for customers. Product-wise, AI-enabled models including the Fulwin T9L, Fulwin A9, and iCAR V23 were unveiled simultaneously. Chery announced that the Lingxi Smart Cockpit will cover all main models in the first quarter of 2026, while the Falcon Intelligent Driving system will be equipped on over 35 models within the year. Furthermore, the pure electric range of its extended-range hybrid models is widely surpassing 200 km.

SAIC Motor Forecasts 438%-558% Surge in 2025 Net Profit

SAIC Motor issued its 2025 performance forecast on January 15, projecting net profit attributable to shareholders of between RMB 9.0 billion and RMB 11.0 billion (approximately USD 1.3 billion to USD 1.6 billion). This represents a substantial year-on-year increase of 438% to 558%. The company achieved annual wholesale vehicle sales of 4.5075 million units in 2025, a growth of 12.32% compared to the previous year. The forecast notes that the 2024 results were impacted by two significant one-off items: asset impairment provisions at its joint venture SAIC-GM reduced 2024 net profit by RMB 7.874 billion, while the equity transfer and capital increase in JSW MG Motor India Private Limited increased 2024 net profit by RMB 5.178 billion.

Great Wall Motor Debuts Native AI GWM ONE Multi-Powertrain Platform

Great Wall Motor (GWM) unveiled the world's first native AI multi-powertrain automotive platform, named GWM ONE, on January 16. The platform natively supports five energy systems: FCEV (hydrogen fuel cell), ICE (efficient internal combustion), BEV (pure electric), HEV (hybrid electric), and PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric). Leveraging this platform, GWM's Hi-4 technology has been upgraded to support a front and rear dual-motor + series-parallel + multi-gear architecture. Key components include a 4-speed dedicated hybrid transmission, a 2.0T high-efficiency dedicated hybrid engine, an 800V high-voltage electrical architecture, a high-energy-density battery pack, and a 270kW high-performance silicon carbide motor. Its super BEV variant employs an all-domain 900V high-voltage architecture with in-house developed 6C battery cells, enabling a peak charging power exceeding 600kW (80% charge in 10 minutes), 0-100 km/h acceleration in around 4 seconds, and V2V (vehicle-to-vehicle) discharge capability.

Canada Announces Preferential Tariff Rate for 49,000 Chinese EV Imports

During a visit to China on January 16, Canadian Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland announced that Canada will import 49,000 Chinese electric vehicles at a preferential tariff rate. As reported by Agence France-Presse and The New York Times, this marks a significant policy shift. The New York Times described the announcement, made during a "landmark" visit to Beijing, as Canada lowering tariffs on some Chinese EVs. Previously, in 2024 and following a request from the US Biden administration, Canada had imposed a 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles. The new preferential rate is reported to be 6.1%.

Chinese Commerce Ministry: Positive Outcome in EU EV Case Holds Significant Meaning

At a regular press conference on January 15, Chinese Commerce Ministry spokesperson He Yongqian addressed the China-EU electric vehicle case. He stated that on January 12, 2026, China and the EU simultaneously announced a positive outcome reached after multiple rounds of consultations, which has garnered significant attention. Industries from both sides are reported to have "highly welcomed and fully agreed" with the result, believing the "soft landing" of the case will significantly boost market confidence and inject new momentum into China-EU automotive trade and investment cooperation. Some EU politicians were cited this as a positive step towards establishing sustainable China-EU trade relations, demonstrating that resolving trade differences through partnership remains viable.

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