Xiaomi Launches Pengcheng Range-Extended SUVs, Leapmotor Enters Indonesia, Tesla Hits 10M Production Milestone—Major EV Market Developments Unfold

On July 30, Xiaomi Auto unveiled its new product series "SkyNomad," debuting two extended-range SUV models—the SkyNomad N70 Max and N90 Max—with pre-sale prices of RMB 259,900 and RMB 299,900 respectively. Small deposits opened the same day, with deliveries expected to begin in September. Built on Xiaomi’s Kunlun technology architecture, the series emphasizes “intelligent, flexible large space,” featuring a fully flat cabin floor with a maximum flat area exceeding 4.4 square meters. Both models come standard with NVIDIA Thor-U chips (700 TOPS computing power), dual front-facing LiDARs, 4D millimeter-wave radar, and ALD-coated high-definition cameras, paired with Xiaomi’s HAD advanced driver-assistance system. The N90 Max adds a rear solid-state LiDAR. Powering both vehicles is Xiaomi’s Kunlun Super Extended-Range System: the N70 Max offers a CLTC all-electric range of 505 km, while the N90 Max delivers 464 km on battery alone and a combined full-tank/full-charge range of 1,705 km. On July 31, Leapmotor officially entered the Indonesian market at the 2026 Indonesia International Motor Show, simultaneously launching two global pure-electric SUV models—B10 and C10—both built on Leapmotor’s fully in-house developed technology platform, with core components accounting for 65% of total vehicle cost. On the same day, Leapmotor commenced local KD (Knock-Down) assembly operations in partnership with Indonesia’s Indomobil Group. Its Indonesian plant began production in April 2026, with initial B10 and C10 deliveries starting in August. This move establishes Leapmotor’s dual KD manufacturing footprint in Southeast Asia, spanning Malaysia and Indonesia. Also on July 30, Tesla announced the production of its 10 millionth all-electric vehicle globally, becoming the first automaker to reach this milestone. It took 20 years from the rollout of its first Roadster prototype in 2006 to achieve 10 million units; the 9 millionth vehicle rolled off the Shanghai Gigafactory line on December 30, 2025, and the next million were produced in just seven months. In Q2 2026, Tesla produced 451,758 vehicles worldwide and delivered 480,126, with Model 3 and Model Y together accounting for over 97% of deliveries. The Shanghai Gigafactory currently operates at a cycle time of approximately 30+ seconds per vehicle, with a localization rate of parts exceeding 95%. By the end of 2025, it had cumulatively produced 4 million vehicles. Recently, XPeng Group outlined its long-term strategy for the Australian market in Melbourne, announcing plans to launch five new models within the next six months, including the X9 (starting at AUD 89,900 in Australia), the right-hand-drive MONA L03 (launching in Q4 2026), the 2026 G6, and two unannounced models. The company plans to establish three flagship experience centers and 50 sales outlets across major states, ensuring coverage within a 40-minute drive. Its after-sales network includes an OEM warehouse and distribution hub in Melbourne, next-day delivery service, a 7-year unlimited-mileage warranty, and integration into Australia’s MVIS (Motor Vehicle Information Scheme). On the intelligent driving front, XPeng’s Turing AI Driving System—powered by the second-generation VLA model—will debut in Australia starting in 2027, making it one of the first right-hand-drive markets for the technology. Robotaxi trials have already begun internally among employees. Additionally, XPeng’s humanoid robot IRON is slated for deployment in domestic stores in Q1 2027, and its flying car factory—with an annual capacity of 10,000 units—is complete, having already accumulated over 7,000 orders. On July 28, GAC Aion launched a new independent vehicle series named Ray. The first model, the Ray 7—a mid-to-large pure-electric sedan targeting younger consumers—features a refreshed brand logo. Measuring approximately 5 meters in length, it sports a closed-off front fascia, dual-layer贯穿 LED light strips, a fastback silhouette, semi-flush door handles, and yellow brake calipers. Technologically, it adopts a chip-level integrated drive-and-brake architecture, consolidating propulsion and braking systems via a central computing platform. Its tri-motor electric system uses CATL’s “Cell-to-Pack” battery with an efficient energy management system. For intelligent driving, it is equipped with LiDAR and an ADAS based on L4-derived algorithms, supporting mapless urban NDA, highway NOA, and urban navigation-assisted driving.