Qi Ran
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Behind NIO's World Model Upgrade: Autonomous Driving Competition Shifts From Algorithms to Infrastructure
NIO has fully deployed its NWM 2.5 world model update across NT2 and NT3 platforms, demonstrating that autonomous driving competition is shifting from algorithmic superiority to underlying engineering infrastructure.
Xiangjie S9 Launches and Begins Delivery; AITO M7 Pro Enters Pre-sale; New AVATR 11 Listed in MIIT Catalog
The Xiangjie S9 luxury sedan has officially launched with deliveries starting August 7, while the AITO M7 Pro enters pre-sale at RMB 249,800. Meanwhile, the new AVATR 11 appears in the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) catalog with updated powertrain options.
XPENG Unveils AI Driving Upgrades and Q1 Results; LEVC L380 MPV Opens Pre-orders
XPENG announced its new AI Tianji system and detailed autonomous driving roadmap alongside a strong first-quarter financial report, while LEVC launched pre-orders for its L380 electric MPV.