On May 13, Chery Automobile held a Safety Night at its Wuhu Collision Safety Testing Laboratory. This event, themed “Bottom Line,” marked Chery’s third “Tech Night” after Intelligent Night and Hybrid Night. Chery showcased advanced safety technologies to media, car owners, and dealer partners. They conducted a series of real-time collision tests based on global safety standards. Chery officially announced its first C-class flagship sedan, named Fengyun A9L, built on the E0X platform. They also introduced the B+ class sedan, named Fengyun A9, built on the T0X platform. These two mid-sized sedans reflect Chery’s commitment to entering the high-end new energy market. Fengyun A9L continues to attract interest, with 5,386 orders received by May 3. To meet consumer demand, Chery will release an additional 10,000 limited edition founder models. In the era of new energy, safety remains a critical focus. Chery, known for its engineering rigor, pursues strict safety standards. The company conducts over 1,500 real vehicle collisions annually, meeting safety standards across seven global regions. This Safety Night reaffirmed Chery’s promise: “You can always trust Chery for safety.”
At the beginning of the Night of Safety, Chery Automobile’s leader, Yin Tongyue, took the stage. He stated, “Building cars is not just a technical job; it is a job of conscience.” Chery focuses on visible details and applies conscience to the unseen. Every life deserves respect. In 2003, Chery established the first domestic collision simulation team. In 2008, the Chery A3 became the first Chinese brand A-class car to earn a C-NCAP five-star rating. In 2013, the Qoros 3 received the first E-NCAP five-star rating for a Chinese brand. By 2023, the Xingjiyuan ES achieved the first NESTA six-dimensional electric safety certification for a Chinese brand. In 2024, Chery plans to conduct over 1,500 crash tests in its collision safety laboratory.
Chairman Yin Tongyue stated that Chery’s safety collision lab displays over 200 national flags. Each flag represents local safety verification passed by Chery. Chery aims to achieve “five-star safety” worldwide. Chery’s Longshan Test Center, one of Asia’s largest collision safety labs, is the birthplace of Chery’s safety standards. It marks the starting point for Chery to protect consumers. Every vehicle undergoes over 67 collision scenarios, more than 7,500 simulation tests, and over 100 real vehicle collisions here. Safety first remains Chery’s unwavering principle and baseline standard. Notably, Chery has also conducted collision tests on classic cars from the past decade. During Safety Night, the lab will transform into a safety defense venue, featuring four zones: a safety test area, a safety archive, a safety perspective zone, and a safety lecture hall. The safety test area will showcase major accident safety examples from Chery, Exeed, Jietu, iCAR, and Zhijie brands.
The Chery-based Fengyun A9L underwent extreme tests, showcasing its safety value. In the triathlon test, the same Fengyun A9L simulated extreme conditions and accident scenarios. It first crossed a 400mm deep water area, exceeding national standards by four times. Then, it completed a scraping test at 40km/h with a 40mm overlap. Finally, it performed a center pillar collision at 55km/h, surpassing industry norms by 2.95 to 3.36 times. After these tests, the vehicle’s power system remained intact. The battery pack showed no leaks, and the insulation resistance stayed above 500Ω/V. From meeting standards to exceeding them, the Fengyun A9L demonstrated its safety through rigorous testing, giving users confidence on every journey.
In the dual-car crash test, the Fengyun A9L simulated extreme conditions at 120 km/h. The A, B, and C pillars remained intact after the impact. The passenger cabin stayed whole. The seat mounting points functioned normally. The seatbelt buckles unlocked without issues. The hazard lights activated promptly. The doors remained operable with one hand. The airbags deployed properly, protecting the dummies and buying time for rescue. The fuel tank and battery stayed structurally sound, with no leaks, smoke, fire, or explosions. Chery spares no expense in materials, crafting vehicles to luxury standards. Chery invests 100 billion in safety research and development. It built Asia’s largest laboratory in 2010. The company adheres to a comprehensive safety approach: full personnel, full process, full conditions, full scope, and full market. This commitment ensures significant safety. To date, Chery has achieved 42 five-star safety certifications and 73 global honors. This is not just Chery’s pride; it is also a source of pride for Chinese automobiles.
The Fengyun A9L showcases Chery Automobile’s commitment to top-tier materials and global safety technology. It offers users a safe and worry-free travel experience while enjoying smart new energy features. The car’s cage-like body meets global five-star safety standards. It uses a Rock Solid Body 2.0 design. The vehicle incorporates 88% high-strength steel and aluminum. The hot-formed steel and aluminum alloy ratio reaches 46%. The core skeleton of the front cabin features 100% hot-formed steel coverage. This steel achieves a strength of 2000 MPa, capable of withstanding 20 tons of pressure per cm². Combined with high-vacuum integrated die-casting technology, it ensures comprehensive safety protection.
The high vacuum integrated die-casting technology reduces the vehicle to 72 parts. This significantly lowers the body weight, achieving a leading lightweight body in its class. The design of the four energy-absorbing boxes and the “cross” shaped aluminum alloy double anti-collision beams effectively absorbs collision energy. Combined with the Kunpeng square blade battery, which has 41 layers of protection, it safeguards users during travel. The Fengyun A9L features nine airbags. The 2060mm ultra-long side air curtain and the far-end airbag create a “flexible shield” with a six-second pressure retention, effectively reducing secondary injuries from collisions. Technology enhances safety. The Falcon 700 driving assistance system, built with 27 sensors, supports detection up to 300 meters. It can achieve high-speed emergency obstacle avoidance at 135 km/h, stop at 130 km/h for prohibited collisions, and halt at 60 km/h for child detection, providing users with comprehensive driving safety.
The Kunpeng Super Hybrid CDM6.0 power system underwent over 15,000 hours of bench testing and 2 million kilometers of vehicle testing. It achieves a fuel consumption of only 3.65L per 100 kilometers and a total range exceeding 2,500 km. It also comes with a lifetime warranty. The AI Digital Chassis 2.0 features a front double wishbone and a rear high-end five-link suspension, along with an HDS hydraulic isolation system. It supports CDC road preview, scanning 1,000 times per second and adjusting damping 100 times, ensuring vehicle stability at all times. Chery extends safety to the cabin. It uses infant-grade ecological materials and a CN95 air filtration system to create a “breathable” space with formaldehyde levels at only 1/10 of national standards. Additionally, the Fengyun A9L employs aerospace-grade electromagnetic shielding materials and optimizes the layout of high-voltage components, reducing electromagnetic radiation in the cabin to nearly zero, allowing pregnant passengers to ride safely.
The Fengyun A9L serves as the last barrier for life. It supports Ecall, accident rescue recording, accident rescue positioning, and accident rescue alarms. The MCB collision secondary braking system can execute emergency braking within 1 second after a collision, preventing secondary accidents. The EDR door lock feature unlocks immediately during a collision, allowing all doors to open afterward. The water escape function extends the window circuit duration to 4 minutes. The Fengyun A9L transitions from active avoidance to passive defense. It combines a robust structure with escape redundancy. This model exemplifies Chery’s commitment to “safety equality” and showcases China’s manufacturing prowess on a global scale.
On Safety Night, Chery Automobile showcased the A9L, built to match the manufacturing standards of luxury cars. It features four core safety advantages. The A9L embodies the quality values of high-end vehicles. It highlights the progress of the Chinese automotive industry in safety, technology, and intelligence. After 28 years of operation, Chery invested billions and conducted thousands of real crash tests to protect car owners in emergencies. Chery not only develops the Chinese luxury car market but also ensures safety across all vehicle types. They aim for “safety equality,” demonstrating their commitment to safety standards. Chery launched the “Chery Guardian Safety Club.” Cars serve as vessels for life, and Chery believes that “safety goes beyond the vehicle; protection begins with action.” At the event, Chery announced the club to unite accident survivors, safety professionals, and public advocates. They will empower through technology, spread knowledge, and engage in public welfare. Chery aims to create the “AED Golden Four-Minute Alliance” to ensure emergency devices are readily available. Each Chery vehicle will become a moving safety beacon. Future initiatives include “Safety Driving Camps,” “Safety Open Days,” and “Safety Public Courses” to transform professional safety knowledge into protection for car owners.
The “Chery Guardian Safety Club” officially launched with the delivery of the first batch of AEDs. This “life spark” will travel with the wheels and light hope in critical moments. In the future, Chery aims to partner with more users to spread safety and illuminate more lives.