Globe Newswire

Jinhua, China, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kandi Technologies Group, Inc. (the “Company”, “we” or “Kandi Technologies”) (NASDAQ GS: KNDI), long renowned as a leader in all-electric personal transportation and utility vehicles, today announced its successful participation in the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, where it highlighted its AI-native technology innovations. During the event, Kandi Technologies’ strategic collaboration with Deep Robotics was featured as part of the broader conversation around intelligent mobility solutions.

At the conference, a live demonstration by Kandi Technologies’ partner, Deep Robotics, featured industry-grade quadruped robots performing full-process security and inspection tasks. This event follows Kandi’s announcement in June 2025 of its strategic partnership with Deep Robotics, and the demonstration underscored the capabilities of smart, functional robotics, a key area of focus for Kandi Technologies’ smart mobility offerings and its collaboration with Deep Robotics.

“Embodied intelligence is showing robust momentum in B2B markets while rapidly gaining traction across broader B2C landscape,” said Mr. Chen Feng, CEO of Kandi Technologies. “Robotics is quickly evolving beyond a capital-intensive research endeavor into commercially viable products as consumers’ willingness to invest in these technologies grows. Leveraging our integrated hardware-software capabilities, AI-native architecture, and established cloud-based collaborative computing system, Kandi Technologies is well positioned to drive and shape this evolution.”

Kandi Technologies’ collaboration with Deep Robotics will bear an initial focus on developing quadruped security inspection robots and smart sports tech for the North American market. These products will integrate Kandi’s proprietary cloud-edge-device intelligent architecture to address specific, scenario-driven needs.

To accelerate innovation, Kandi Technologies is also exploring a joint research initiative with Zhejiang University, aimed at AI algorithms, environmental sensing, and motion control technologies. Together, this joint initiative seeks to createmeaningful synergy between academia, research, and industry to fuel innovation in the AI and robotics sectors and support accelerated commercialization of AI-driven robotic applications.

Mr. Chen continued, “Through our collaboration with Deep Robotics and our continued investment in R&D, we are developing full-stack, scenario-driven solutions that address real-world needs, opening the door to new business models and value propositions. Our diversified production base and extensive global distribution network uniquely position us to deliver differentiated, AI-powered products at scale. Supported by strong demand signals and our well-established market channels, we’re confident in our ability to drive the commercialization of AI-powered robots and deliver value in the next phase of intelligent mobility.”

About Kandi Technologies Group, Inc.

Kandi Technologies Group, Inc. (NASDAQ GS: KNDI) is a leader in the research, development, and manufacturing of all-electric personal transportation and utility vehicles. Headquartered in Jinhua, China, the Company’s primary focus is on off-road mobility solutions, with a strategic emphasis for the North American market, while actively pursuing opportunities in other related emerging high-tech areas. Through its subsidiaries, Kandi Technologies leverages its robust manufacturing capabilities and technological expertise to deliver innovative products for a wide range of commercial and consumer applications.

For more information, please visit ir.kandigroup.com.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Kandi Technologies Group, Inc.
Kewa Luo
Tel: +1 (212) 551-3610
Email: IR@kandigroup.com

Piacente Financial Communications
Brandi Piacente
Tel: +1-212-481-2050
Email: Kandi@thepiacentegroup.com

Piacente Financial Communications
Hui Fan
Tel: +86-10-6508-0677
Email: Kandi@thepiacentegroup.com

LIANGSHAN, China, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Between July 11 and August 18, the Liangshan Yi Torch Festival 2025, hosted by the People’s Government of Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, is taking place with great fanfare in Xichang City, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture. Known as “carnival of the orient,” the Torch Festival is celebrated in 17 counties and cities across the prefecture, and a wide range of colorful, interactive and unique folk customs and performances catapulted Liangshan Prefecture into the limelight.

On the evening of July 18, 245,000 people jointly witnessed the fiery festivities of the Liangshan Yi Torch Festival. Along a 4.8-km stretch on Hangtian Avenue, Xichang City, 88 bonfires were lit up at the same time, Yi folks dressed in elaborate costumes were joined by visitors from near and far, and everyone ignited the torches in their hands. The night sky was illuminated, everybody sang and danced, and the merriment and excitement were undeniable.

“It’s great to see that my hometown is developing so rapidly and everyone having fun here, and it’s blissful to dance with visitors from around the country. We also want to promote our traditional culture,” said Xichang citizen Ebi Aming.

The energy of the Torch Festival remains electrifying after the opening ceremony. Leaning on unique advantageous local resources, various areas of Liangshan Prefecture are rolling out related activities at staggered intervals: Horse racing in Butuo County, ‌Yi ethnic costume runway show in Zhaojue County, traditional Yi wedding ceremony demonstration, etc. The whole Torch Festival campaign will continue for an entire month.

From dance performances and folk customs tours, to local agricultural specialties sales, intangible cultural heritage merchandise and local delicacies, events and elements are plentiful, providing diverse and colorful experiences for both local citizens and visitors that come to participate in the Torch Festival. A visitor from Chongqing city remarked that he originally intended to just experience the Torch Festival itself, but was pleasantly surprised by all the additional memories and experiences.

Data indicate that between July 11 and July 24, the 17 counties and cities in Liangshan Prefecture received 8.1074 million visitors, a growth of 29.19% compared to the same period last year, while tourism consumption amounted to 7.042 billion yuan, an increase of 20.01% year-on-year.

The Yi people is the sixth largest ethnic group in China, and the Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture is home to the country’s largest Yi community. As one of the Yi’s traditional festivals, and also one of China’s national-level intangible cultural heritages, the Yi Torch Festival is a millennium-old heritage that embodies the passionate and positive attitude towards life, and the simple but profound concept of existence.

Source: The People’s Government of Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture

CONTACT: Contact person: Ms. Hou, Tel: 86-10-63074558

WILMINGTON, Mass., Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Heilind Electronics, a leading distributor of interconnect, electromechanical, and sensor solutions, is pleased to announce the retirement of William Sim, President of Heilind Asia, effective July 15, 2025. Sim has been a cornerstone of Heilind’s international expansion for over a decade, playing a pivotal role in establishing the company’s footprint and reputation throughout the Asia Pacific region.

Charles Tan has been hired to succeed Sim as President of Heilind Asia, effective immediately. Tan joins Heilind from Future Electronics where he served as Managing Director for Greater China. With 12 years of executive leadership experience across Asia, Tan brings a proven track record in scaling complex distribution businesses and driving growth in high-performance markets.

Tan holds a Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications Engineering from Shanghai University of Technology, a Master’s degree in Economics from Fudan University, and an MBA from McGill University.

“William Sim’s leadership was instrumental in transforming Heilind into a truly global distributor,” said Robert Clapp, President & CEO at Heilind Electronics. “We thank him for his vision, discipline, and commitment to excellence. We are equally confident in Charles Tan’s ability to lead the Asia team with integrity and boldness as we move into our next chapter.”

This leadership transition marks a key milestone in Heilind’s global growth strategy and underscores the company’s ongoing investment in regional talent, infrastructure, and customer relationships throughout Asia.

About Heilind Electronics

Heilind Electronics, Inc. (https://www.heilind.com) is one of the world’s leading distributors of connectors, relays, sensors, switches, thermal management and circuit protection products, terminal blocks, wire and cable, wiring accessories, and insulation and identification products. Founded in 1974, Heilind has locations throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Singapore, Hong Kong, and China.

For media inquiries, please contact:

David P. Warren, Director of Global Marketing

Heilind Electronics

dwarren@heilind.com

Chief AI Security Officer Jane Teh to Deliver Landmark Keynote on Encrypted Compute and Digital Sovereignty

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG) (“VCI Global” or the “Company”), a cross-sector platform builder integrating deep technology with financial architecture to enable sovereign-ready digital ecosystems, announced today that it will present its flagship Sovereign Data Infrastructure at the ASEAN AI Summit 2025, taking place from August 12–13, 2025, at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur.

As part of the main keynote lineup, Jane Teh, VCI Global’s Chief AI Security Officer, will deliver a featured address on August 13 at 2:00 p.m. on the Nexus Stage. Her presentation, part of the high-level session titled “Data-Driving an AI Nation”, will outline VCI Global’s sovereign AI security blueprint and the critical need for quantum-resistant infrastructure to support national data resilience across ASEAN.

“Digital sovereignty begins with data sovereignty. As AI scales, nations must safeguard and architect secure data foundations. Our Sovereign Data Infrastructure is designed to empower governments with encrypted computer-secure mobile layers, and national-scale AI ecosystems built for compliance, trust, and control,” said Jane Teh, Chief AI Security Officer of VCI Global.

VCI Global’s Sovereign Data Infrastructure is a comprehensive ecosystem of hardware and software solutions developed through its subsidiaries, V Gallant Sdn Bhd (“V Gallant”) and QuantGold Data Platform (“QuantGold”). The infrastructure supports the blueprint for national AI data center deployment across Southeast Asia and includes:

• SecureGPU^TM – Encrypted AI compute servers with PCIe-layer security (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express), offering high-speed, low-latency encrypted processing.
• CyberSecure – Hardware-based encryption storage vaults purpose-built for sovereign-grade data protection.
• Qsecore – SIM-level encrypted mobile communication solution for secure national connectivity

Together, these technologies are built to enable scalable, trusted digital ecosystems that provide governments and institutions with full control over their AI and data infrastructure.

Jane Teh’s presentation aligns with the goals of the ASEAN AI Summit, organized by Malaysia’s Ministry of Digital, in collaboration with the National Artificial Intelligence Office (NAIO) and MyDIGITAL Corporation. The summit is expected to host over 5,000 participants, including more than 1,500 delegates from over 20 countries, and will feature 150+ exhibitors. Attendees include policymakers, regulators, defense officials, innovation leaders, and global technology companies such as Grab Holdings Limited (“Grab”), Baidu, Inc. (“Baidu”), and Microsoft Corporation (“Microsoft Asia”).

VCI Global’s participation underscores its leadership in sovereign AI infrastructure and provides a platform to engage directly with ASEAN governments and institutional stakeholders seeking high-assurance national AI solutions.

About QuantGold Data Platform

QuantGold is a sovereign-grade encrypted data platform purpose-built to enable secure, compliant, and privacy-preserving data monetization at scale. Leveraging a proprietary portfolio of over 120 encryption patents, QuantGold integrates military-grade hardware security, GPU-accelerated infrastructure, and blockchain-backed auditability to empower institutions to extract actionable insights from sensitive data, without compromising data sovereignty or confidentiality.

QuantGold supports a pay-per-compute model designed to unlock value from sensitive data assets while maintaining full data sovereignty and regulatory compliance. Its initial market focus includes Malaysia, Singapore, and Hong Kong, with planned applications across healthcare, financial services, public sector analytics, and AI research and development.

About V Gallant Sdn Bhd

V Gallant, a subsidiary of VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG), is a leading provider of AI infrastructure and cybersecurity solutions, delivering advanced technologies that drive both innovation and security. The company supplies high-performance Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) hardware and software platforms for training Large Language Models (LLMs), developing AI agents, and advancing machine learning and data analytics. Additionally, V Gallant offers comprehensive cybersecurity services to safeguard organizations against evolving threats, ensuring data integrity and operational resilience in an increasingly digital world.

For more information, please visit https://vgallant.ai/.

About VCI Global Limited

VCI Global is a cross-sector platform builder integrating deep technology with financial architecture to enable sovereign-ready digital ecosystems. Evolving from its roots in capital markets consultancy, the company now operates across fintech, AI, robotics, and cybersecurity.

Its mission is to empower governments, enterprises, and institutions, particularly in Southeast Asia, to scale securely, intelligently, and independently. At the core of its latest innovations is a sovereign AI data platform fortified by proprietary military-grade encryption, built to meet the highest standards of digital sovereignty, national security, and enterprise resilience.

For more information on the Company, please log on to https://v-capital.co/. 

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Such statements include statements regarding the Company’s ability to grow its business and other statements that are not historical facts, including statements which may be accompanied by the words “intends,” “may,” “will,” “plans,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “projects,” “predicts,” “estimates,” “aims,” “believes,” “hopes,” “potential” or similar words. These forward-looking statements are based only on our current beliefs, expectations, and other future conditions. Because forward-looking statements relate to the future, they are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks, and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict and many of which are outside of our control. Therefore, you should not rely on any of these forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements due to certain factors, including without limitation, the Company’s ability to achieve profitable operations, customer acceptance of new products, the effects of the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and future measures taken by authorities in the countries wherein the Company has supply chain partners, the demand for the Company’s products and the Company’s customers’ economic condition, the impact of competitive products and pricing, successfully managing and, general economic conditions and other risk factors detailed in the Company’s filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are made as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any responsibility to update the forward-looking statements in this release, except in accordance with applicable law.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For media queries, please contact:

VCI GLOBAL LIMITED
enquiries@v-capital.co

NEW YORK, July 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the summer of self-expression unfolds, a growing number of consumers are leaning into deeply personal rituals, from choosing their signature scent to curating their daily jewelry like a storybook. Riding this wave, She Said Yes, the sustainable fine jewelry brand, is capturing attention with its unique take on modern romance and individual style.

At the intersection of meaning and luxury, She Said Yes is redefining what it means to give—and wear—jewelry. The brand offers fully customizable engagement rings and fine jewelry designed to reflect the story of the wearer—not just their relationship. With younger shoppers driving demand for emotional resonance and ethical sourcing, She Said Yes is emerging as a brand that delivers on both.

Now Trending: Your “Yes Moment”
In celebration of love, commitment, and the everyday magic of saying “yes,” She Said Yes is launching a global yearlong campaign: Our Yes Moments — a photo contest and lucky draw event open to everyone. Beginning tomorrow, customers and fans can join by following She Said Yes on social media and sharing personal photos or videos capturing their “yes” moments — from romantic proposals to milestone celebrations, and everything in between.

Participants can post on social media tagging the brand or enter directly through the She Said Yes website. Weekly, monthly, and annual prizes will be awarded:

• Weekly: One winner will receive a $500–$80 coupon
• Monthly: Two winners will receive a $79 jewelry box plus the $500–$80 coupon
• Annual Grand Prize: One lucky participant will receive a $1,000 gift card redeemable for any She Said Yes jewelry

The event runs for a full year, encouraging more people to share their stories and celebrate life’s many moments of joy and commitment.

Made for Meaning
Each piece from She Said Yes can be customized online in just minutes—whether selecting lab-grown or ethically sourced mined diamonds, choosing the setting, or engraving a message only the wearer understands. The platform also allows couples to co-create, reflecting modern relationship dynamics and collaborative decision-making.

A Sustainable Sparkle
In an industry long critiqued for its opacity, She Said Yes prioritizes sustainability with conflict-free stones and eco-conscious practices. The brand’s made-to-order model reduces waste and celebrates intentionality—two values increasingly prized by today’s thoughtful consumers.

From “I Do” to Daily Wear
Beyond bridal, She Said Yes is expanding its collection of everyday fine jewelry, offering stackable rings, pendant necklaces, and symbolic pieces perfect for gifting or self-celebration. It’s jewelry that honors the wearer’s own milestones—from graduation to career wins to moments of inner growth.

As the lines between self-love, style, and sustainability blur, She Said Yes is fast becoming a go-to brand for those who believe jewelry should mean more.

About She Said Yes
She Said Yes is a next-generation fine jewelry brand committed to sustainability, storytelling, and modern love. Offering direct-to-consumer pricing, customizable design, and conflict-free materials, the brand empowers customers to create meaningful pieces that reflect their own journeys.

Press Contact:
Amy Cunha
Big Picture PR
amy@bigpicpr.com
(415) 350-3154

Website: www.shesaidyes.com
Instagram: @shesaidyes

BEIJING, July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Imagining: Break dancers combining ancient Chinese Kung fu with street beats, young skateboarders pulling off gravity-defying tricks in city parks, rock-climbers challenging each limits of speed and surfers dancing with the sea on the crest of waves. This is exactly the vitality of young Chinese people showcased in China’s New Power—a short video series spotlighting both professional athletes and fashion sports enthusiasts, documenting their passion, energy and pursuit of movement.

China’s New Power is more than a records of sports, it’s a window into how young people in China live and pursue their passions. This video series spotlights four popular trendsetting sports in youth: breaking, skateboarding, rock climbing, and surfing. Kept recording over nearly one year by a professional sports documentary team, the footage without garish edits, only showcase the authentic moments—sweat dripping during training, triumphant smiles after finished a new move, and the grit to push through setbacks. These real, vivid moments convey the message is simple and borderless: “I can do it.”.

What you will find: Liu Qingyi, bronze medalist of breaking at the Paris Olympics, seamlessly combined Chinese Kungfu arts into her breaking routines, proudly representing China’s breaking culture on the world stage. Speed climber Wu Peng, silver medalist of speed climbing at the Paris Olympics，broke the Asian record with a stunning 4.77 seconds, charged towards his Olympic dream in Paris with the spirit of a young general. Teen skateboarder Zheng Haohao, the youngest athlete at the Paris Olympics, fearlessly launched herself onto the global stage with her board. Seven-year-old girl “Doujiang”, who fell in love with climbing at just two and a half years old, keep growing and chasing dream on the rock wall. In Huizhou, skateboard enthusiasts gathered on the street, freely gallop and pursue dreams. And office lady Azai finds true herself through surfing and discovers a sense of freedom.

The production team of China Interactive Sports Technology Invention Company Limited traveled from bustling cities to outdoor training grounds and sunny beach, using cinema-quality equipment to capture every heartbeat moment. The real affecting spirits are the vivid personalities behind the lens-not just athletes, but young individuals chasing dreams, pushing their limits, and embracing every step of the journey.

Want to feel these energy? All videos will be released on the English version official website of the Chinese Olympic Committee and simultaneously streamed on social platforms like YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, and Reddit. No filters, no scripts—just pure energy. Click the video and discover how China’s young generation redefine youth and passion, unleash new waves of Chinese dynamism through sports.

To watch the wonderful live clips, please click video：
https://youtu.be/HnzsQu2AqK4?si=AvCaBfxnYfaC2qU5

Media Contact:
Company: China Interactive Sports Technology Invention Co., Ltd.
Email peich@sports.cn
Website: www.sports.cn
Contact Person PEI CHAO

Disclaimer: This content is provided by China Interactive Sports Technology Invention Co., Ltd.. The statements, views, and opinions expressed in this column are solely those of the content provider. The information shared in this press release is not a solicitation for investment, nor is it intended as investment, financial, or trading advice. It is strongly recommended that you conduct thorough research and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment or trading decisions. Please conduct your own research and invest at your own risk.

Legal Disclaimer: This media platform provides the content of this article on an “as-is” basis, without any warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied. We do not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information presented herein. Any concerns, complaints, or copyright issues related to this article should be directed to the content provider mentioned above.

BEIJING, China, July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Li Auto Inc. (“Li Auto” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LI; HKEX: 2015), a leader in China’s new energy vehicle market, today officially launched Li i8, a six-seat battery electric family SUV. As an SUV of the new era, Li i8 combines the all-terrain capabilities of off-road vehicles, the handling dynamics of sedans, and the comfort of MPVs, redefining family mobility with an all-new driving and riding experience.

Li i8 offers three trims: Pro, Max and Ultra, which will retail for RMB321,800, RMB349,800 and RMB369,800, respectively. Deliveries of Li i8 will commence on August 20, 2025.

Below is an overview of Li i8. For more details, please visit Li Auto’s official website.

A New High-Voltage BEV Platform

Li Auto has developed a new high-voltage battery electric platform for Li i8, featuring an in-house developed electric drive system, 5C battery pack, and a nationwide 5C super charging network.

1) Proprietary Electric Drive System: Ultra-Quiet, Ultra-Efficient

Li Auto’s in-house developed electric drive system is designed to minimize noise and energy consumption. Its proprietary rotor-stator structure and transmission system can effectively reduce vibration and noise inside the Li i8 cabin, achieving industry-leading cabin quietness. Additionally, Li i8’s electric drive system incorporates in-house developed silicon carbide power chips and modules, offering high efficiency, low losses, and rapid heat dissipation for enhanced energy savings. Li Auto also built its own motor factory to ensure the full implementation of in-house technologies.

2) In-House Developed Ternary Lithium 5C Super Charging Battery Pack

Li i8 is equipped with 90.1 kilowatt-hours and 97.8 kilowatt-hours ternary lithium 5C super charging battery pack options. With all-wheel drive offered as standard, Li i8 achieves a CLTC range of 670 kilometers and 720 kilometers for the 90.1 kilowatt-hours and 97.8 kilowatt-hours battery pack options, respectively. The in-house developed drive motor and low-drag design contribute to Li i8’s industry-leading range attainment rate. Paired with an industry-leading battery thermal management system, Li i8 ensures sustained high-power charging, achieving a 500-kilometer driving range with just 10 minutes of charging. Furthermore, based on the Company’s battery lifespan tests, Li i8’s battery health remains above 80% after 1,500 full charge-discharge cycles in super charging mode.

3) The Largest Super Charging Network Among Chinese Automakers

To support the rollout of BEVs, Li Auto has built the largest super charging network among Chinese automakers, with 3,000 super charging stations in operation. This network includes approximately 1,000 highway stations covering nine major east–west and nine major north–south highway routes, with an average spacing of about 150 kilometers, along with 2,000 urban stations across over 250 cities.

Yacht-Inspired Design

Li i8’s avant-garde yacht-inspired design achieves low drag, exceptional space utilization, and outstanding visibility. With a drag coefficient of 0.218, the vehicle delivers reduced wind noise and energy consumption. As a large SUV with dimensions of 5,085 millimeters in length, 1,960 millimeters in width, 1,740 millimeters in height, and a 3,050-millimeter wheelbase, its interior space surpasses that of many full-size SUVs. Additionally, Li i8 provides every family user on board with excellent visibility.

SUV of a New Era

The combined strengths of its outstanding off-road capabilities, handling, and spaciousness position Li i8 as an exceptional SUV for a new era.

Li i8 boasts an off-roader’s passability, slope-climbing power, and ability to handle rough terrains. In terms of off-road performance, the Li i8 comes standard with a dual-chamber Li Magic Carpet air suspension, offering four adjustable height settings and a maximum ground clearance of 196 millimeters. Additionally, Li i8 is equipped with a dual-motor, all-wheel drive system in the standard configuration across all trims, enabling it to handle a wide range of challenging road conditions.

Li i8 delivers sedan-like handling stability, performance, and ease of entry and exit through its battery electric low-center-of-gravity design, a body torsional stiffness of 49,500 Nm/degree, front double-wishbone and rear five-link suspension, a 0-100 km/h acceleration as quick as 4.5 seconds, and a minimum second-row side sill ground clearance of 401 millimeters.

Li i8 offers MPV-like premium spaciousness and comfort. Its new wraparound-style seats feature optimized backrest and cushion surfaces, delivering enhanced support and hugging comfort. Li i8 also features a zero-gravity seat on the right side of the second row, a third row comparable to top MPVs, and a trunk depth of 565 millimeters when all three rows are in use, easily meeting the travel needs of large families. Li i8 can also be equipped with a large floating table, delivering an experience rivaling that of the Li MEGA.

Industry-Leading Safety Capabilities

For passive safety, Li i8 adopts a multi-path force transmission design in the front compartment, featuring three longitudinal force transmission paths to enhance energy dispersion during frontal collisions. The front compartment integrates 11 circular energy-absorbing structures, which effectively absorb and dissipate collision energy, ensuring overall vehicle safety and significantly enhancing the structural integrity of the occupant cabin. Li i8 also features comprehensive airbag protection with extended side curtain airbags and door handles designed to remain unlockable even in power failures. It is also engineered to meet stringent eco-health standards. Additionally, its battery has undergone rigorous safety testing under extreme conditions such as submersion and freezing, complying with rigorous safety protocols. On active safety, all Li i8 trims come standard with LiDAR sensors and are equipped with enhanced automatic emergency steering (AES) to effectively mitigate collision risks from other vehicles.

An All-New Assisted Driving and Smart Space Experience

In terms of assisted driving, Li i8 Pro comes standard with the Li AD Pro assisted driving system, equipped with a Horizon Robotics J6M chip delivering total computing power of 128 TOPS. The Li i8 Max and Ultra models are equipped with the advanced Li AD Max assisted driving system, featuring an NVIDIA Thor-U chip with a total computing power of 700 TOPS. With the launch of urban NOA on the Horizon Robotics J6M platform by year-end, the assisted driving capabilities of Li AD Pro will be significantly enhanced. The Li AD Max will integrate Li Auto’s self-developed VLA driver large model, which possesses understanding, reasoning, memory, and communication capabilities, evolving through reinforcement learning into an increasingly intuitive personal driver. Combining spatial intelligence, linguistic intelligence, and behavioral strategies, the VLA driver large model leverages a human-like technical architecture to deliver notable improvements in safe driving, smoothness and comfort, three-point turns, continuous task execution, and underground parking. The development of the VLA driver large model benefited from Li Auto’s R&D advantages in data, algorithms, computing power, and engineering capabilities, including optimized data allocation, the use of generated data, high model evaluation efficiency, a closed loop of reinforcement learning, as well as increasing investments in computing power, robust quantitative accuracy, and multi-platform deployment capabilities. The VLA driver large model will be fully rolled out to AD Max models equipped with Orin-X and Thor-U chips alongside the delivery of Li i8.

In terms of smart space, Li Auto’s in-house foundation model MindGPT-powered Li Xiang Tong Xue has evolved from a voice assistant to Li Xiang Tong Xue Agent. It can independently utilize tools, resolve complex tasks, and possess personalized memory. Nearly all in-vehicle functions of Li i8 have undergone tool-based integration for Li Xiang Tong Xue Agent, including electric air vents for climate control and windshield wipers. For complex tasks, Li Xiang Tong Xue Agent leverages Li Auto’s advanced model capabilities to understand user intent and achieve goals efficiently. For example, it can autonomously invoke tools like the Meituan app to fulfill in-store food pickup requests or activate the vehicle’s external cameras to scan QR codes in parking lots for payment. Examples also include the industry-first Desktop Master functionality that enables user-programmable code generation and the creation of tools, content, and services. Furthermore, with the June rollout of Face ID and the new family account system, Li Xiang Tong Xue Agent can remember information about each individual to deliver personalized experiences while ensuring data security—making daily use more convenient, thoughtful and emotionally resonant for every family member.

Brand Upgrade

At the launch event, Li Auto announced its brand upgrade, committing to providing a high-quality home, a premium private space for a diverse range of consumers while meeting the needs of family users. The Company will uphold its brand value proposition of “private space, deep connection, and cherished experience,” while continuing to invest in products and intelligence. Through the creation of sophisticated, liberating, and distinctive mobile spaces, Li Auto aims to fulfill its mission: Create a Mobile Home, Create happiness.

About Li Auto Inc.

Li Auto Inc. is a leader in China’s new energy vehicle market. The Company designs, develops, manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles. Its mission is: Create a Mobile Home, Create Happiness (创造移动的家,创造幸福的家). Through innovations in product, technology, and business model, the Company provides families with safe, convenient, and comfortable products and services. Li Auto is a pioneer in successfully commercializing extended-range electric vehicles in China. While firmly advancing along this technological route, it builds platforms for battery electric vehicles in parallel. The Company leverages technology to create value for users. It concentrates its in-house development efforts on proprietary range extension systems, innovative electric vehicle technologies, and smart vehicle solutions. The Company started volume production in November 2019. Its current model lineup includes a high-tech flagship family MPV, four Li L series extended-range electric SUVs, and one Li i series battery electric SUV. The Company will continue to expand its product lineup to target a broader user base.

For more information, please visit: https://ir.lixiang.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains statements that may constitute “forward-looking” statements pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “aims,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “targets,” “likely to,” “challenges,” and similar statements. Li Auto may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “HKEX”), in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials, and in oral statements made by its officers, directors, or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about Li Auto’s beliefs, plans, and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: Li Auto’s strategies, future business development, and financial condition and results of operations; Li Auto’s limited operating history; risks associated with extended-range electric vehicles and high-power charging battery electric vehicles; Li Auto’s ability to develop, manufacture, and deliver vehicles of high quality and appeal to customers; Li Auto’s ability to generate positive cash flow and profits; product defects or any other failure of vehicles to perform as expected; Li Auto’s ability to compete successfully; Li Auto’s ability to build its brand and withstand negative publicity; cancellation of orders for Li Auto’s vehicles; Li Auto’s ability to develop new vehicles; and changes in consumer demand and government incentives, subsidies, or other favorable government policies. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in Li Auto’s filings with the SEC and the HKEX. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and Li Auto does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Li Auto Inc.
Investor Relations
Email: ir@lixiang.com

Christensen Advisory
Roger Hu
Tel: +86-10-5900-1548
Email: Li@christensencomms.com

Photos accompanying this announcement are available at

https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/31d6a6e9-1f79-4aea-bbc8-445af9d6171e

https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/6e5654ae-9ec9-45a9-a718-82f24bc9544f

https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/fed8dbcf-3e76-404e-9947-4bd05b5c53d3

https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/d3284555-6e57-4d91-b407-11529edcad7e

https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/8efd5c07-5c8c-462c-b7ca-7cb11276f936

https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/ecbb8d03-f373-4e4c-8ebc-5a743398f1ca

https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/555bb973-a337-4f6a-9ec5-fa9bc60fa424

https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/9256f30c-9be8-45e2-ad50-dd4415905367

https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/1cd5e055-dc65-4ffe-b2f3-131d990f7282