Recent events
Recent events tied to this brand in public sources.
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2026
Seres wins 2026 ESG Pioneer Award
Seres received the 2026 CLS ESG Pioneer Award at a sustainable development forum held in Beijing on October 30.
2026
Seres sues user over AI-generated video about AITO
Seres sued a user who allegedly generated and publicly posted an AI video depicting a vehicle collapsing and labeling it AITO; the user received a court summons. The article does not specify when the lawsuit was filed.
2026
Seres releases September 2026 production and sales report showing YoY declines
On October 8, 2026, Seres announced in its September 2026 production and sales report that new energy vehicle output was 28,387 units, down 37.55% year-on-year, and sales were 29,271 units, down 34.48% year-on-year; cumulative output for the year was about 258,000 units (down 16.78%) and cumulative sales about 256,500 units (down 15.79%). Seres Auto's monthly sales were 25,370 units, down 38.50%, with year-to-date sales of 227,272 units, down 17.72%.
2026
EU Commission approves Mercedes-Benz China, BMW Brilliance and Seres joint control of Ionchi
The European Commission approved the joint control of charging operator Ionchi by Mercedes-Benz China, BMW Brilliance and Seres, finding no competition concerns because the transaction has limited effect on the European Economic Area.
2026
AITO M6 cumulative deliveries exceed 40,000 units 97 days after launch
As of August 19, cumulative deliveries of the AITO M6 exceeded 40,000 units 97 days after its launch, while the new AITO M9 exceeded 20,000 units in seven weeks.
2026
Seres releases 2026 half-year report with revenue of 57.493 billion yuan
Seres released its 2026 half-year report on August 19, 2026, reporting operating revenue of 57.493 billion yuan and R&D investment of 7.007 billion yuan, up 34.8% year on year. The AITO brand's cumulative deliveries in the first half rose 10.2% year on year.
2022
SF5 owners complain about advertised features and software support
A report said owners had complained that the Seres Huawei Smart Selection SF5 could not be upgraded to HarmonyOS and lacked an in-car Wi-Fi function. It reported that Seres was suspected of misleading advertising; the article does not establish a formal finding. Seres said the SF5 had not been discontinued and would continue accepting orders.
2022
Seres says SF5 orders will continue
Seres said the SF5 would continue accepting customer orders and that it would arrange assistance with delivery after customers placed orders.
2021
SERES launches AITO automotive brand
SERES launched its AITO premium smart new-energy vehicle brand. Its first model was unveiled at the same time and was scheduled for formal release on December 23.
2021
AITO unveils the M5
AITO's first model, the M5, was unveiled. A separate report said the model would be unveiled on December 23, but this article reports that it had already been unveiled.
2021
Huawei unveils Seres SF5 crossover
Huawei unveiled the battery-powered SF5 crossover at the recent Auto Shanghai 2021 exhibition. The vehicle will be produced by Seres, and the updated version is planned to be sold through Huawei flagship stores in China.
2021
Seres launches the SF5 electric SUV
Chinese automotive company Seres launched the SF5, an extended-range electric SUV. The article describes its pure-electric and extended-range driving ranges and features.
2021
Huawei Smart Selection and Seres launch SF5 electric SUV
Huawei Smart Selection and Seres introduced the Seres Huawei Smart Selection SF5, a high-performance electric-drive coupe SUV, at the Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition. The article also lists two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive prices and says customers could visit Huawei flagship stores for an experience from April 21.
2021
Huawei announces vehicle sales through flagship stores
Huawei was reported to be planning to begin selling cars through its flagship stores on April 20, with deliveries planned in batches in May. The article identifies the Seres Huawei Smart Selection SF5 as its first vehicle for sale.
2021
Sokon and Huawei sign Seres electric-vehicle cooperation agreement
Chongqing Sokon Industry Group and Huawei Terminal signed a cooperation agreement concerning Seres new-energy vehicles in Chongqing.
2020
Huawei announces 5G automotive ecosystem with 18 automakers
Huawei announced that it would join with an initial group of 18 automakers to establish a 5G automotive ecosystem, aiming to accelerate commercial use of 5G technology in the automotive industry. The article says Huawei would contribute 5G technology rather than manufacture cars.
2020
Xiaokang and Dongfeng sign expanded strategic cooperation agreement
Xiaokang Co. and Dongfeng Motor signed an agreement to deepen cooperation across their industry chains, including coordination in product strategy, research and development, procurement, manufacturing, and marketing. The same day, they and the Chongqing Liangjiang New Area Administrative Committee also signed an agreement to jointly develop a mid-to-high-end new-energy vehicle project.
2020
China approves Sokon’s share-issuance acquisition application
China’s securities regulator approved Chongqing Sokon Industry Group’s application to issue shares to Dongfeng Motor and acquire Dongfeng Sokon’s 50% equity stake held by Dongfeng Motor, for approximately RMB 3.85 billion.
2020
Xiaokang Shares receives conditional approval for asset acquisition
The China Securities Regulatory Commission's merger and reorganization review committee conditionally approved Chongqing Sokon Industry Group's share issuance to purchase assets, subject to additional disclosures and filings.
2020
Xiaokang proposes to acquire Dongfeng Sokon's remaining 50% stake
Xiaokang disclosed a revised restructuring proposal to acquire Dongfeng Motor Group's 50% stake in Dongfeng Sokon by issuing shares. The proposal would make Dongfeng Sokon a wholly owned subsidiary of Xiaokang and give Dongfeng Motor Group a 25.83% stake in Xiaokang. The transaction was proposed and had not yet been completed in the article.