LI AUTO(US:LI) Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-07-30 15:19Group 1 - The core point of the article is the launch of the Li Auto i8, with a starting price of 321,800 yuan and three versions available: Pro (321,800 yuan), Max (349,800 yuan), and Ultra (369,800 yuan) [2] - The i8 features a range of 670 to 720 kilometers and is designed with a family-style design language from MEGA, emphasizing spaciousness, low drag, low noise, and low energy consumption [2] - The vehicle is marketed as a multifunctional car, capable of serving as an SUV, sedan, and MPV, leading to it being humorously referred to as the SUV version of "MEGA" by netizens [2] Group 2 - During the launch event, a crash test video was shown, demonstrating that the i8 met safety standards, with the battery pack remaining intact after a collision at 61 km/h against a rigid obstacle [4] - In a head-on collision test at 100 km/h, the vehicle's structural integrity was maintained, with no deformation of critical components and all nine airbags deployed [4] - The crash test video sparked controversy online, particularly regarding the unedited visibility of the truck brand involved in the test, which was later obscured in subsequent releases [7][18] Group 3 - The truck brand involved in the crash test, Chenglong, has faced scrutiny from netizens, with comments questioning the safety and reliability of the brand [7][18] - Chenglong's official response indicated that their legal department is addressing the situation, emphasizing their commitment to quality and safety in their vehicles [18][20] - Chenglong, a brand under Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor Co., Ltd., offers a comprehensive range of commercial vehicles and has established a solid customer base, including major logistics companies [20]