Chery has showcased its latest advancements in vehicle safety, intelligent mobility, and real-world performance through a series of key activities held alongside the 2026 International Business Summit and related events in China. Bringing together global media, partners and stakeholders, the programme combined technical validation, strategic collaboration and live product experience, reinforcing Chery’s focus on delivering safer, smarter and more practical mobility solutions for families worldwide.
A central highlight was a public composite crash test of the Tiggo 9, conducted at Chery’s crash safety laboratory and witnessed by international media, dealers and user representatives. Unlike conventional single-impact tests, the validation replicated a high-risk multi-vehicle scenario, with the Tiggo 9 subjected to simultaneous front and rear impacts. The vehicle sustained a 50 km/h frontal collision and a 40 km/h rear impact, placing significantly greater demands on structural integrity and coordination of safety systems.
The results confirmed that the passenger compartment remained intact, with no significant deformation to key structural areas. Restraint systems, including airbags and seatbelts, functioned as intended, while post-collision systems such as automatic door unlocking and hazard warnings operated correctly. No fuel leakage was observed.
This performance is underpinned by the Tiggo 9’s high-rigidity structure, which incorporates a high proportion of high-strength and hot-stamped steel, as well as an integrated safety system designed to protect occupants before, during and after a collision.
Chery further reinforced its product capabilities through a global long-term test drive programme held in Chengde, where international media evaluated its latest technologies on urban and mountainous routes.
The test highlighted the performance of Chery’s Super Hybrid system, which delivered strong fuel efficiency and energy management in varied driving conditions, addressing growing consumer demand for more efficient and cost-effective mobility.
“This global showcase reflects the direction Chery is taking as a brand, with a strong focus on safety, intelligent technology, and real-world practicality,” commented Verene Petersen, National Marketing Manager at Chery South Africa. “For local consumers, these advancements translate into vehicles that are not only more advanced but also better suited to the demands of everyday driving conditions, from long-distance travel to urban mobility,” concluded Petersen.