The 11th China New-Energy Commercial Vehicle Challenge (NEVC 2026) wrapped up on September 15 with an awards ceremony in China, recognizing the top performers among the country's new-energy logistics vehicles. The competition, which drew mainstream commercial vehicle brands, tested vehicles across real-world loop conditions, acceleration, braking, hill-climbing, intelligent driving features, and subjective evaluations.
According to PCauto, the event's highest honor, the "All-Round King" award, went to several models that demonstrated balanced performance in their respective categories. The challenge also presented single-category awards for energy efficiency, range, power, and wet-road braking, reflecting the diverse needs of logistics operators.
Key Winners Across Performance Categories
In the energy efficiency and range categories, a shared group of models stood out, including the Xiangshang V6, Fuwan V7, Fuwan V8, Dongfeng Futong V8E, Tuano X7, Kairui K3 Shengyi Bao, BYD Jiaoka T4, Dongfeng Tuyi, Ruichi C9, Dana T1, Xingzhi T9E, and Omark Z refrigerated truck. These vehicles excelled in reducing operating costs and addressing range anxiety, a core concern for fleet operators.
The power performance award went to models such as the Xiangshang V6, Jiangtun E6plus, Foton Fenjing I, Dongfeng Futong V8E, Tuano X7, Kairui K3, Dongfeng Tuyi, BYD Jiaoka T4, Ruichi C9, EZ6, Xingzhi T9E, and Omark Z. For wet-road braking, the Xiangshang V6, Fuwan V7, Foton Fenjing I, Fuwan V8, Tuano X7, Kairui K3, Ling Shi Huangjin Daka, Dongfeng Tuyi, Ruichi C9, Dana T1, EZ6, and Omark Z were recognized.
Technology and Innovation Recognized
The challenge also highlighted the industry's rapid technological evolution. Awards for innovation and emerging models were given to vehicles featuring advanced technology and strong market potential. In the intelligent driving category, the Xingzhi T9E won best ACC (adaptive cruise control) and best LCA (lane change assist), while the Omark Z refrigerated truck took best AEB (autonomous emergency braking).
Subjective awards for design, comfort, safety, and handling went to models including the Xiangshang V6, Dana V1, Ruichi C9, Lingmi Light Truck Jueneng Edition, Dongfeng Futong V8E, Foton Fenjing I, Dongfeng Tuyi, X3 Pingtouge, Jiangtun E6plus, and EZ6. Special awards were also presented for long cargo box innovation (Jiangtun E6plus), urban distribution excellence (Jiangtun E6plus), and extreme load capacity (Foton Fenjing I, BYD Jiaoka T4, Xingzhi T9E, Lingmi Light Truck).
The NEVC challenge, now in its 11th year, serves as a key platform for showcasing the capabilities of China's new-energy commercial vehicles. The results underscore the sector's progress in technology, quality, and adaptability to various use cases, reinforcing the shift toward greener and more efficient logistics solutions.
