Zhong Guo Jing Ying Bao·2025-08-05 06:41Group 1 - The unconventional collision test of the newly launched Li Auto i8 has attracted significant public attention [2] - The test was conducted by the China Automotive Engineering Research Institute (CAERI) and aimed to verify the safety of the Li Auto i8, not to evaluate the safety of other brands [2] - During the test, the Li Auto i8 collided with a Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor truck at speeds of 60±2 km/h and 40±2 km/h respectively, resulting in the truck's cabin separating from its cargo area while the i8's passenger compartment remained intact [2] Group 2 - Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor issued statements questioning the validity of the test, highlighting discrepancies in vehicle conditions and testing scenarios that could mislead consumers [2] - Li Auto responded by clarifying that the test was designed to validate the safety of its "short front suspension structure" and emphasized that there was no intention to evaluate Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor's product quality [2][3] - Li Auto highlighted the innovative safety features of the i8, including multiple energy-absorbing structures and the integrity of safety components during the test, which demonstrated the vehicle's passive safety performance [3]