China’s automakers showcase future of driving in Beijing

Foreign automakers lean on Chinese tech as EV battle intensifies at world’s top car fair

Last updated: April 27, 2026 | 15:21

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China’s top automakers unveil cutting-edge models and technology at the Beijing Auto Show, highlighting advances in intelligent driving, ultrafast charging, and electric vehicles. More than 1,450 vehicles are on display, including 181 global debuts. Above, a musician plays next to a Dreame Nebula Next 01 concept car at the Beijing Auto Show in Beijing.

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Attendees look at a concept vehicle from Buick during Auto China 2026 in Beijing,

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Visitors take souvenir photo with the Avatr Vision Xpectra Concept model showcased at the Auto China 2026, in Beijing,

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A worker prepares a flying vehicle from XPENG during Auto China 2026 in Beijing,

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Security personnel stand around the L600 prototype flying vehicle from INFLYNC during Auto China 2026 in Beijing,

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A Mercedes Benz GLC SUV model car is displayed the Beijing Auto Show in Beijing .

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The Hongqi Tian Gong flying car prototype is displayed at the Beijing Auto Show in Beijing.

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Visitors look at a SU7 model from Chinese automaker Xiaomi dismantled apart is showcased at the Auto China 2026, in Beijing.

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Artists perform to promote the Chinese automaker Chery new QQ3 model showcased at the Auto China 2026, in Beijing,

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Dancers perform next to a Roewe 07 concept car at the Beijing Auto Show in Beijing on April 26, 2026.

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A cleaner works near a flying vehicle prototype from Chinese battery giant CATL during Auto China 2026 in Beijing,

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A man looks at a humanoid robot on the Chery stand at the Beijing Auto Show.

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