Toby Clarke

As China’s automotive landscape continues to diversify at a pace that feels increasingly difficult to keep up with, this latest showcase featured over 180 debuts spanning both concept and production models across a wide range of vehicle types, as brands try to balance global ambitions with local relevance. From supercars and luxury flagships to community-driven builds and rugged off-roaders, here are some of the standouts.

At its global brand event in Beijing, themed “Change of Perspectives,” smart signalled a new phase in its evolution with the global debut of the Concept #2 and smart #6 EHD, two vehicles that point to very different, yet equally significant directions for the brand. Since its rebirth under Geely and Mercedes-Benz, smart has steadily expanded its portfolio with a series of SUV launches, repositioning the brand within broader market segments.

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