WUHU, China, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2026 JETOUR Global Technology Experience Day will take place from October 20 to 23. The event, themed "Future Travel Starts Now," will bring together media, KOLs, and user representatives from numerous countries and regions for an immersive journey through Wuhu in Anhui Province, Moganshan, and Xiazhu Lake in Zhejiang Province. Spanning cities, mountains, and wetlands, the journey will offer up-close encounters with the technological achievements realized through JETOUR's "Travel+" philosophy, as well as the travel lifestyle the brand champions.
Future Travel: Embedding Technology in Every Journey
The 2026 JETOUR Global Technology Experience Day showcases "travel" as its central theme, weaving together technological demonstrations and experiences, on-road driving, outdoor living, and ecological conservation to present JETOUR's understanding of "future travel." For JETOUR, technology should not be confined to data or exhibition stands; it should be experienced and validated through real journeys.
Leveraging the Group's technological expertise in artificial intelligence, intelligent driving, smart cabins, and intelligent chassis, JETOUR transforms cutting-edge technology into accessible experiences. The XWD Fully Automatic Intelligent AWD and GAIA All-Terrain Intelligent Architecture can handle challenging conditions such as mountain terrain, water crossings, gravel roads, and steep slopes, providing stable driving support across diverse travel environments. The C-DM hybrid system balances performance and energy efficiency, delivering an efficient and flexible experience for both urban commuting and long-distance travel. Technologies such as intelligent driving assistance and efficient energy replenishment further enhance the convenience of long-distance journeys. Meanwhile, the spacious intelligent cabin, with its intuitive in-car technology, quiet and comfortable interior, and versatile interior space, makes both driving and relaxation more enjoyable. For JETOUR, the value of technology lies not only in enhancing vehicle performance, but also in addressing the diverse needs of real-world travel, enabling users to explore farther, with greater comfort and ease at every turn.
Bridging the World Through "Travel+": Telling the JETOUR Brand Story
Since its founding in 2018, JETOUR has remained committed to its "Travel+" strategy, embedding travel scenarios into every aspect of product development. At present, JETOUR has entered over 100 countries and regions, with cumulative global sales surpassing 2.56 million units. The brand also ranks No. 1 in SUV sales among Chinese brands across several overseas markets. Its brand philosophy, "Travel Worldwide," continues to inspire and engage a rapidly growing global community of users. The upcoming 2026 JETOUR Global Technology Experience Day will further showcase how JETOUR expands the boundaries of "Travel+" through technology and user experience.
Future travel is not a distant vision, but a lifestyle ready to be embraced today. This October, JETOUR will join hands with guests from around the world to witness the application of cutting-edge technology in real-world travel scenarios.
ABOUT JETOUR
Launched in 2018, JETOUR is committed to the "Travel+" strategy and has entered 100 countries and regions worldwide, with over 2,000 sales and after-sales service outlets and a global user base exceeding 50 million. Its global R&D network spans the EU, the Middle East, Central & South America, ASEAN etc. Its portfolio includes the T-Series, which targets the light off-road segment, and the G-Series, positioned for the premium luxury off-road market. Together, these models cater to diverse travel scenarios, including urban commuting, family road trips, outdoor camping adventures, and long-distance journeys.
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Future Travel Starts Now: The 2026 JETOUR Global Technology Experience Day Is About to Begin
Hosted by Jeremy Irons, honoring Arturo Sandoval with tribute to Frank Gehry introduced by Special Guest Gustavo Dudamel
PARIS, Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Malou Oheix, age 27, from France won the 2026 Herbie Hancock Institute International Jazz Vocals Competition presented in partnership and with the support of Fondation Louis Vuitton. The Competition Finals concluded a landmark weekend in Paris, marking the first time in its nearly four-decade history this prestigious Competition has been held outside the United States. Oheix received the $50,000 First Place Scholarship, presented onstage by Jean-Paul Claverie, Advisor to the President and Administrator of the Fondation Louis Vuitton.
Selected on Saturday by an all-star jury comprising Dee Dee Bridgewater, Roberta Gambarini, Angélique Kidjo, Gretchen Parlato and Gregory Porter, the three finalists took the stage on Sunday evening in the Fondation Louis Vuitton Auditorium.
First-place winner Malou Oheix delivered two contrasting performances, displaying captivating vulnerability in "I'm Glad There Is You" and a bold and playful interpretation of Michael Brecker's "Madame Toulouse."
Second-place winner Georgia Heers delivered a flawless performance of "Moon Don't Come Out Tonight," followed by a beautifully narrated rendition of "Thou Swell." While third-place winner Lucy-Anne Daniels offered a powerful Afro-Cuban interpretation of "Nature Boy" and a distinctive take on "Old Devil Moon."
Throughout the Competition, the vocalists were accompanied by a transformative rhythm section featuring Carmen Staaf on piano, Ben Williams on bass and Kendrick Scott on drums.
Hosted by Academy Award-winning actor Jeremy Irons, the Competition Finals & Gala transformed the Frank Gehry-designed Fondation Louis Vuitton into an international celebration of jazz, bringing together generations of leading artists and celebrating the music's deep and enduring relationship with Paris.
The evening honored 10-time GRAMMY Award winner Arturo Sandoval with the Institute's Maria Fisher Founder's Award, presented by Herbie Hancock in recognition of Sandoval's extraordinary artistry and contributions to jazz and music education. An international all-star ensemble featuring musical director John Beasley, Till Brönner, Terri Lyne Carrington, Nils Landgren, John Patitucci and Walter Smith III saluted Sandoval with "Caprichosos de La Habana." After accepting the honor, Sandoval took the stage for an intimate performance of Charlie Chaplin's classic "Smile" with Patitucci and Carrington.
Gustavo Dudamel, special guest of the evening, led a personal tribute to the late visionary architect Frank Gehry, a longtime Board member and friend of the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz. The moment took on special significance at Fondation Louis Vuitton, Gehry's architectural masterpiece in Paris, whose origins date to 2001, when Bernard Arnault met Gehry after visiting the architect's Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. Dudamel reflected on Gehry's life, creative spirit and far-reaching contributions to art, architecture and culture. Berta Gehry, Frank Gehry's wife, was among the guests in attendance. The tribute culminated in the world premiere of The Ever-Changing World, a new composition by acclaimed Panamanian pianist and composer Danilo Pérez, commissioned by the Institute in Gehry's honor. Pérez was joined by Till Brönner, Walter Smith III, Tineke Postma, Sébastien Surel, Pierre-François Dufour, John Patitucci and Terri Lyne Carrington for the work's two movements, "Us" and "Optimistic Chaos."
Under the musical direction of two-time GRAMMY Award-winning pianist, composer and arranger John Beasley, the Gala also traced Paris' remarkable place in jazz history. Dee Dee Bridgewater joined by Jamaican pianist Monty Alexander for "J'ai Deux Amours" as a salute to Josephine Baker.
Herbie Hancock was joined by Ambrose Akinmusire, the 2007 Institute Trumpet Competition winner, marking the centennials of Miles Davis and John Coltrane with a stirring rendition of "So What," honoring two jazz giants whose lives and legacies were deeply intertwined with Paris.
The celebration continued with an all-star interpretation of Bud Powell's "Parisian Thoroughfare," evoking the pioneering pianist's years in the French capital, before Gregory Porter brought the evening's musical journey to a fitting close with "April in Paris."
The Gala also featured the Herbie Hancock Institute Ensemble, which opened the evening with a special arrangement of the jazz standard "Autumn Leaves." These gifted young musicians from around the world receive full scholarships to attend the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Performance, the Institute's prestigious master's degree program at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music in Los Angeles.
The Competition and Gala were presented by the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz in partnership and with the support of Fondation Louis Vuitton. The weekend's events reached audiences around the world via livestream on FLV Play, medici.tv and in 4K on YouTube.
Air transportation for the artists and the international roster of competitors was provided by United Airlines, the Official Airline of the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz.
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Malou Oheix from France Wins First Place in 2026 Herbie Hancock Institute International Jazz Vocals Competition at Fondation Louis Vuitton
