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SOUEAST S08 DM Makes African Market Debut with Morocco Launch

CASABLANCA, Morocco, June 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — SOUEAST officially launched the S08 DM in Morocco. Positioned as a 7-Seat Urban Comfort SUV, the model debuted in the African market following its launches in the Middle East and Latin America. Over 500 guests attended the launch event, including media representatives, customers, and business partners. Maître Gims also attended the event as SOUEAST Morocco’s brand ambassador and delivered a live performance.

C-DM Hybrid Technology, Ready for Africa’s Roads

Africa is currently transitioning from traditional fuel-powered vehicles to new energy mobility. In this context, the S08 DM, equipped with C-DM high-efficiency hybrid technology, delivers exceptional practical value. It offers an NEDC combined driving range of over 1,300 km, helping reduce concerns about long-distance travel. In low-battery conditions, the vehicle consumes only 5.3 liters per 100 kilometers, significantly reducing operating costs and highlighting its economic advantages. Compared to single powertrain systems, this hybrid architecture provides greater flexibility in adapting to diverse scenarios, better meeting users’ varied driving needs.

Road conditions across Africa are highly varied and demanding. In cities, traffic is often heavy and stop-and-go. On the outskirts, gravel and unpaved roads are common, while mountain areas feature sharp turns and long climbs. These conditions require robust power delivery and precise handling. The S08 DM is powered by a 1.5TD + 1DHT Super Hybrid Powertrain, delivering a combined output of up to 255 kW for responsive urban driving. It also produces 3,750 N·m of wheel-end peak torque, improving hill-climbing ability and traction in challenging terrain. For stability and safety, the vehicle features a Bosch ESP system with a braking response time of just 150 ms, ensuring greater control in dynamic driving conditions.

7-Seater and V2L Power, Ideal for Family Outdoor Life

Family outings and weekend getaways become increasingly popular. Large interior space is therefore a top priority for many buyers. The SOUEAST S08 DM meets this demand with a 4,810 mm overall length and a 2,820 mm wheelbase, offers a three-row, seven-seat layout that provides generous space for passengers and luggage. For in-cabin convenience, it features a 6.4L armrest refrigerator. It is powered by an independent compressor and offers a wide temperature range from -6°C to 6°C and 35°C to 50°C. It can also cool from 30°C to 0°C in just 10 minutes, perfect for delivering refreshing beverages even in temperatures exceeding 40℃. Additionally, the S08 DM comes standard with a 3.3 kW V2L function, enabling users to easily power outdoor cooking, lighting, and entertainment system and offering a more convenient and flexible outdoor lifestyle.

SOUEAST Ranks No.3 Among Chinese Brands in Morocco

SOUEAST entered the Moroccan market in June 2025. Since then, it has introduced the S05, S06, S06 DM, S07, and S09. The lineup covers a wide range of urban family mobility needs under the brand philosophy “EASE YOUR LIFE.” The brand has quickly gained strong recognition in the local market. In the first quarter of this year, SOUEAST ranked Top 3 among Chinese automotive brands in Morocco. The S08 DM will also launch in Egypt and other African markets soon, further strengthening its presence in the region.

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WeRide Achieves Record Five Consecutive Wins at China Urban Intelligent Driving Competition

HEFEI, China, May 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — At the Hefei round of the Second China Urban Intelligent Driving Competition hosted by D1EV, a leading electric and intelligent vehicle media platform, the Chery Exeed Sterra ES – equipped with WeRide Driving (WRD 3.0) – secured first place with 102.81 points, extending WRD 3.0’s record to five consecutive wins. With this result, WRD 3.0, WeRide’s one-stage end-to-end ADAS solution co-developed with Bosch, becomes the first and only solution in the competition’s history to achieve a five-win streak, reflecting its leading position in the L2++ ADAS segment.

In the preliminary round, two WRD 3.0-powered vehicles – the Exeed Sterra ES and the GAC Aion N60 – claimed first and second place respectively. The Hefei event also marked WeRide’s first multi-vehicle entry in a single competition and the debut of the Qualcomm SA8650 platform on the Aion N60. Notably, in its competition debut, the Aion N60 outperformed all Momenta- and Huawei-powered models by up to 24.95 points.

Final results from the Second China Urban Intelligent Driving Competition (Hefei round)

2026 marks a key year for the large-scale deployment of WeRide’s L2++ ADAS solutions, alongside continued technological progress.

Built around its one-stage end-to-end architecture, WeRide continues to strengthen the generalization capability and decision-making consistency of its AI foundation models in complex scenarios. Through the WeRide GENESIS simulation platform, the company enables closed-loop data iteration and training optimization, supporting stable performance across vehicle models and operating conditions.

Cross-platform adaptability remains critical for large-scale mass production. WeRide has rapidly adapted WRD 3.0 across major compute platforms, including NVIDIA DRIVE Orin-X and Orin-Y, as well as Qualcomm SA8650, forming a scalable technical framework for deployment across multiple vehicle programs.

At Auto China 2026, WeRide further strengthened this capability through a strategic partnership with SiEngine, a provider of high-performance automotive-grade chips, aimed at improving cost efficiency and supply chain resilience.

These technical advancements are translating into broader commercial adoption. Since early 2026, WeRide has secured nearly 30 design wins across multiple brands under the GAC Group, including GAC Aion, GAC Trumpchi, Hyptec, as well as Chery Group, including Exeed, Tiggo, Lepas, Omoda, and JAECOO. Products now span from mass-market vehicles priced at approximately USD $14,000 to flagship models priced around USD $44,000.

Looking ahead, WeRide plans to expand its L2++ ADAS business beyond China, targeting global markets including Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. The company continues to drive its one-stage end-to-end technology across vehicle models and real-world scenarios, with an emphasis on delivering safe, reliable, and user-friendly ADAS solutions worldwide.

About WeRide
WeRide is a global leader and a first mover in the autonomous driving industry, as well as the first publicly traded Robotaxi company. Our autonomous vehicles have been tested or operated in over 40 cities across 12 countries. We are also the first and only technology company whose products have received autonomous driving permits in eight markets: China, the UAE, Singapore, France, Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, Belgium, and the US. Empowered by the smart, versatile, cost-effective, and highly adaptable WeRide One platform, WeRide provides autonomous driving products and services from L2 to L4, addressing transportation needs in the mobility, logistics, and sanitation industries. WeRide was named to Fortune’s 2025 Change the World and 2025 Future 50 lists.

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