Auto Morning News | Li Auto’s second-generation AI glasses are expected to launch in the second half of next year; Tesla recalls more than 20,000 Model 3 and Model Y units in the U.S.

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology publicly solicits comments on approval documents for 50 communications industry standards, including (technical requirements for vehicle-to-cloud communications security for vehicle-road coordination).
On August 11, according to the website of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, based on the industry standards revision and formulation plan, relevant standardization technical organizations have completed 50 communications industry standards, including (technical requirements for vehicle-to-cloud communications security for vehicle-road coordination), among others. To further solicit comments from all sectors of society, the matter is hereby publicized.
CPC Association: In the first half of the year, China exported 1.135 million new energy vehicles to countries along the Belt and Road, up 59.4% year-on-year
On August 11, according to data from the General Administration of Customs compiled by the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, in the first half of 2026 (January to June), the cumulative value of China’s exports of automotive products to countries along the Belt and Road reached USD 83.67 billion, up 30.8% year-on-year, accounting for 57.5% of the total value of auto product exports. Of this total: exports of complete automobiles were 3.381 million units, up 48.1%; exports of new energy vehicles were 1.135 million units, up 59.4%.
CPCA: In July, retail sales of China’s passenger vehicle market were 1.461 million units nationwide, down 20.9% year over year
According to CPCA data, in July 2026, retail sales of China’s passenger vehicle market were 1.461 million units nationwide, down 20.9% year over year and down 8.8% month over month. From the beginning of this year through July, cumulative retail sales totaled 10.173 million units, down 20.3% year over year. In July 2026, the domestic passenger vehicle market showed an operating trend of “continued downward pressure on overall volume, weaker month-over-month performance, and extreme differentiation in structure.” The characteristics of a downturn in the off-season were prominent, and structural adjustments in the industry were further deepened.
Li Auto’s second-generation AI glasses are expected to launch in the second half of next year
On the evening of August 10, Li Auto revealed in a Q&A session with netizens in its Li AI glasses Livis that, according to the current plan, the second-generation Li AI glasses Livis is expected to arrive in the second half of next year. A native adaptation version based on the HarmonyOS system is also under development. In addition, the new Li Auto L9, L8, and L6 models now support AI-glasses guided parking. At present, more models are also being tested, and in mid-to-late August they will be opened up for more users to experience.
AVATR Chen Zhuo: Can’t become a “hardware integrator”; IPO-related work is progressing steadily
According to CNR Taurus, Li Auto’s chairman Chen Zhuo of AVATR Technology said that to compete in the premium segment, a brand must maintain its independence at the levels of computing power scheduling and end-to-end vehicle solutions, and avoid becoming a hardware integrator. The brand’s subsequent R&D will focus on three main lines: original design, customized solutions for niche scenarios, and an AI smart cockpit. In the fourth quarter of this year, the brand will also launch a new six-seat flagship SUV. Regarding IPO progress that has drawn public attention, Chen Zhuo said that the company’s work related to the IPO is steadily advancing the filing process in accordance with regulatory requirements, and there are no additional details to release to the public at this time.?
Xpeng G9L opens for pre-sales
On August 11, Xpeng launched its new G9L model and simultaneously opened pre-sales. The new car comes with two powertrain options: fully electric and super-range extended. The official pre-sale price is 259,800 yuan.
Chery 2027 iCAR/Arrizo 8 PRO officially goes on sale
On the evening of August 10, Chery’s 2027 Arrizo 8 PRO was officially launched. Regarding pricing, the official guidance prices for the two 1.6T Comfort and Luxury models are 113,900 yuan and 120,900 yuan, respectively; the official guidance prices for the three 2.0T Luxury, Falcon 500 Luxury, and Falcon 500 Ultimate models are 129,900 yuan, 137,900 yuan, and 145,900 yuan, respectively.
GAC’s humanoid-robot company Huilun Technology completes a funding round worth 100 million yuan
On August 11, according to information from GAC Group, Guangdong Huilun Technology Co., Ltd., a humanoid-robot company incubated by GAC Group, announced recently that it has completed a funding round of more than 100 million yuan. The round was jointly invested by institutions including China Railway Construction Corporation Guochuang Fund, CMB International, Sichuan Kechuang, and others. The funds raised in this round will be used to continuously optimize vertical models, expand automotive production lines and integrated service scenarios, iterate core hardware products, and build a pipeline of high-end talent.
Samsung SDI will take full control of the joint venture with General Motors in the U.S., and agreed to jointly develop electric vehicle batteries
On August 11, Samsung SDI announced that it has reached an agreement with General Motors to jointly develop the next generation of electric vehicle batteries. The prismatic battery products expected to be developed under this agreement are expected to be used in General Motors’ next-generation electric vehicle models. Samsung SDI also agreed to acquire 49.99% of all shares held by General Motors in the U.S. Indiana joint venture SynergyCells and take over the company. Synergy Cells has a designed annual production capacity of 27 GWh, with a planned investment of $3.5 billion. The plant is currently under construction. The statement said that as a result, Samsung SDI will obtain its first independent battery factory in North America, with plans to produce large-scale cutting-edge battery products for various applications.
Tesla recalls more than 20,000 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles in the U.S. due to excessive low-beam headlight brightness
On August 11, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released recall information showing that Tesla is recalling 20,349 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles because the brightness of the low-beam headlights on some vehicles may exceed regulatory requirements. The recall involves Model 3 vehicles from model years 2017 to 2023 and Model Y vehicles from model years 2020 to 2023. NHTSA said that the output brightness of the low-beam headlights on the affected vehicles may be too high, which may reduce visibility for drivers of oncoming vehicles and increase the risk of a collision.
Rivian recalls 3,829 R1S and R1T vehicles in the U.S. due to a potential failure of the front turn signal
On August 11, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released recall information showing that Rivian may recall 3,829 vehicles R1S and R1T models due to certain vehicles’ front turn signals possibly not lighting up normally or flashing. This recall involves Rivian R1S and R1T models from model years 2025 to 2026. NHTSA said that one or two front turn signal lights on the affected vehicles may not work properly, which may increase the risk of a collision.
Toyota’s first “non-family president,” and the first chairman of Japan Association of Corporate Executives (Keidanren), Hiroto Okuda, has died at the age of 93
According to reports, Hiroto Okuda, former president of Toyota and former chairman of the Japan Association of Corporate Executives (Keidanren), died on August 8 local time at the age of 93. In 1955, Okuda joined Toyota Motor Sales. In 1995 he became Toyota’s first “non-family president.” During his tenure, he led the expansion of global production capacity and launched models such as the Prius. Later, from 1999 to 2006, he served as chairman of Toyota. In 2002, Okuda became the first chairman of Keidanren, which was newly merged and established. After stepping down as Toyota’s board chairman, Okuda served as the president of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC).