Changan Auto Unveils Self-Developed Tianshu Pilot, Qiyuan Q06 Pre-Sale from RMB 147,900
Changan Auto released its self-developed intelligent driving assistance solution, Tianshu Pilot, on September 4, 2026. The first model equipped with Tianshu Pilot Ultra, the Changan Qiyuan Q06, began pre-sales at a starting price of RMB 147,900. The company has invested over RMB 22 billion in intelligent products and built a 7,500-person team over more than a decade.
On September 4, 2026, Changan Automobile officially unveiled its self-developed intelligent driving assistance solution, the Tianshu Pilot technology. As the first strategic model equipped with Tianshu Pilot Ultra, the Changan Qiyuan Q06 simultaneously began pre-sales, with prices starting at RMB 147,900.
Changan Automobile stated that its intelligent technology research and development has continued for more than a decade, with cumulative investment exceeding RMB 22 billion in the intelligent product sector. The intelligent technology team, which started from scratch, has now grown to 7,500 people. During the development process, the company encountered setbacks and repeated iterations, but ultimately chose to press forward.
Yang Dayong, Executive Vice President of Changan Automobile, said that the Changan main brand (including Qiyuan) will adopt, and exclusively adopt, the self-developed Tianshu Pilot intelligent driving solution, with no current plans to seek other suppliers for the Changan brand. In addition, Changan Automobile will continue to deepen cooperation with Huawei on data, technology, and product projects, while maintaining open collaboration with chipmakers, vehicle manufacturers, and other partners.
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