Glimpses from Beijing's Auto China exhibition reveal the rapid evolution of electric, autonomous and futuristic mobility.
From cutting-edge EVs to flying cars and robotaxis, global and Chinese automakers showcased their latest innovations.
IMAGE: A GAC Aion N60 electric vehicle on display at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China). Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
Key Points
- Beijing Auto China 2026 highlights rapid advancements in electric vehicles, showcasing global competition and China's growing automotive dominance.
- Automakers presented next-generation technologies including autonomous driving systems, robotaxis, and AI-powered in-car experiences for future mobility solutions.
- Concept vehicles and futuristic designs reflected industry focus on sustainability, connectivity, and innovative transportation beyond conventional automobiles.
- Flying cars and eVTOL aircraft concepts indicated expanding ambitions toward urban air mobility and integrated transportation ecosystems worldwide.
- Major global brands including BMW, Hyundai, Audi, Volkswagen unveiled new electric models tailored specifically for Chinese consumers.
IMAGE: IM LS8 on display at the IM Motors booth. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
New EV launches dominate show floor
IMAGE: A Buick Electra E7 on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: The Arcfox S3 electric vehicle on display. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: A GAC AION car featuring Pony.ai's seventh-generation Robotaxi platform on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
Autonomous driving takes centre stage
IMAGE: A SAIC Maxus super extended range model on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: A Peugeot concept car on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: A GAC GOVY AirCab flying car on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
Concept cars and future mobility
IMAGE: Models stand next to a Cadillac VISTIQ electric vehicle. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: A Voyah Taishan X8 SUV on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: The new Hongqi H7 on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
Global brands unveil electric innovations
IMAGE: Visitors gather next to the new IONIQ V electric vehicle at the Hyundai booth. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: Interior view of the new IONIQ V electric vehicle. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: The EARTH concept car from Hyundai. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: Interior view of the EARTH concept car. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: The BMW 7 Series sedan. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: Visitors gather next to the BMW i3 Long Wheelbase. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: Interior view of the BMW i3 Long Wheelbase. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: Visitors gather next to the BMW i7 electric sedan. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: Interior view of the BMW i7 electric sedan. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: Prosperity, an eVTOL aircraft developed by AutoFlight, on display. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: Interior of the Prosperity eVTOL aircraft. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: A woman poses with a Deepal G318 SUV. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: The new Hongqi H9 on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: A Hongqi Tiangong S concept car on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: Interior of the Hongqi Tiangong S concept car. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: Visitors gather at the BMW booth. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: Visitors gather around the BMW iX3 model. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: Audi Q6L Sportback e-tron on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: A Jetour TX SUV on display. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: Security personnel line up in front of the AITO booth. Photograph: Maxim Shemetov/Reuters
IMAGE: Geely's Robotaxi prototype Eva Cab unveiled. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: Visitors check the interior of a WeRide Robobus. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: The Dreame Nebula Next 01X concept on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: Volkswagen's Jetta X concept on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: Volkswagen's ID. Aura T6 on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: An Audi E7X electric SUV on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: A Deepal L06 electric vehicle on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: Components of Xiaomi SU7 on display. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
IMAGE: Performers dance alongside a humanoid robot and a robot dog at the Deepal booth. Photograph: Tingshu Wang/Reuters
Photographs curated and Feature Presentation by Manisha Kotian/ Rediff
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