WUHU, China, Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From October 19 to 21, over 300 global Test Drive Ambassadors experienced LEPAS's urban driving, cornering and intelligent parking demonstrations in Wuhu. Part of the inaugural LEPAS Global Elegant Lifestyle Week, the event complemented the L6 EV's LEPAS Global Journey of Elegant Driving, showcasing Elegant Technology across diverse mobility scenarios.
Putting Effortless Control to the Test
Through braking, speed bumps, figure-eight slaloms, U-shaped turns and S-bends, ambassadors experienced vehicle responsiveness, suspension performance, ride comfort and body control firsthand.
Intelligent Parking Takes Center Stage in Everyday Driving
Demonstrations featured Automated Parking Assist (APA), Remote Parking Assist (RPA) and the LEPAS L8 PHEV's exclusive Super Intelligent Valet Parking (SIVP) system. After trying APA, José Planelles, a Test Drive Ambassador from Borjamotor in Spain, commented: "Automated parking was what impressed me most today. It performed really well, and I think it's a great solution for people who find parking difficult."
Using digital garage mapping, navigation and optimized multi-sensor fusion, SIVP enables autonomous parking within designated enclosed parking areas. Users can remotely summon vehicles, while the system identifies available spaces, plans routes, searches for vacancies and handles tight parking spots.
More Than a Test Drive: Technology Meets Everyday Life
Vehicles powered coffee machines and catering equipment through Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) technology, demonstrating everyday NEV convenience.
Under "TOGETHER IN ELEGANCE," global ambassadors' feedback will help LEPAS better understand mobility needs and bring "Drive Your Elegance" into everyday life.
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About LEPAS
LEPAS is Chery Auto's Premium NEV brand, dedicated to creating elegant mobility experiences for users worldwide. Committed to becoming the Preferred Brand for Elegant Mobility Life, LEPAS brings together Leopard Aesthetics, Elegant Technology, and Exquisite Space - transforming elegance into a driving experience you can see, feel, and trust. Supported by a growing global dealer network of more than 500 sales and service outlets, LEPAS is expanding its international footprint through localized operations, delivering products and experiences tailored to users across global markets.
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LEPAS Brings Elegant Technology to Life Through Real-World Test Drives at LEPAS Global Elegant Lifestyle Week
XGIMI's latest ultra-short-throw laser TV lineup combines advanced picture technology, true 4K 120Hz support, and flexible screen options for a premium home entertainment experience.
NEW YORK, Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- XGIMI, a global leader in premium smart projection and home entertainment, today announced that its AURA 3 Series has surpassed $15 million in pledges within 23 hours of launching on Kickstarter on October 20. The campaign reached $10 million in just two hours, setting a new Kickstarter record for the fastest campaign to reach this funding milestone.
Since launch, the campaign has attracted more than 5,800 backers worldwide, signaling strong early demand for the AURA 3 Series and its vision for next-generation home entertainment. Combining ultra-short-throw projection, advanced picture technology, and true 4K 120Hz support, the lineup brings cinema-scale viewing and immersive gaming into the modern living room.
"Reaching this milestone on Kickstarter in such a short time is a strong sign of the excitement around the AURA 3 Series," said Apollo Zhong, Founder and CEO of XGIMI. "We're grateful for the support from backers around the world and look forward to bringing the AURA 3 Series into more homes."
Building on the reception of its TITAN Noir Series, XGIMI is bringing its Dynamic Dual Iris technology to the ultra-short-throw category for the first time. Originally introduced in the TITAN Noir lineup, the technology dynamically adjusts light output to enhance contrast and deepen black levels, helping reveal greater depth and detail in dark scenes. Its introduction to the AURA 3 Series brings this approach to picture performance to a new form factor, offering home cinema enthusiasts another way to experience premium projection in their living spaces.
The AURA 3 Series also advances motion performance in ultra-short-throw projection through Texas Instruments' dual DLPC controller architecture, enabling true 4K 120Hz support. This combination delivers detailed 4K visuals and smoother motion, enhancing the viewing experience across movies, sports, and high-frame-rate gaming. With these advancements, XGIMI continues to push the boundaries of ultra-short-throw projection, bringing high-resolution imagery and fluid motion together for immersive big-screen entertainment.
The AURA 3 Series Kickstarter campaign runs through December 4, 2026, giving backers a limited-time opportunity to save on XGIMI's latest ultra-short-throw laser TVs. The AURA 3 Pro is available for $2,199 (MSRP $3,999), while the flagship AURA 3 Max starts at $2,399 (MSRP $4,999), offering savings of up to $2,600 on the projector alone. Backers can also choose exclusive bundles pairing the projectors with premium screens to create a complete big-screen entertainment setup.
Available bundles include:
- AURA 3 Max + 120" XGIMI Ascend UST: $4,999 (MSRP $8,998)
- AURA 3 Max + 100" XGIMI Ascend UST: $4,299 (MSRP $7,998)
- AURA 3 Max + 120" Fresnel ALR Screen: $3,699 (MSRP $6,998)
- AURA 3 Max + 120" Spectra Vantage ALR Screen*: $3,999 (MSRP $7,498)
- AURA 3 Max + 140"/150" Fresnel ALR Screen: $5,799 (MSRP $9,998)
* Previously listed as the 120" Black Grid ALR Screen. The name has been updated to 120" Spectra Vantage ALR Screen; pricing remains unchanged.
Additional screen options and a motorized cabinet for ultra-short-throw projectors are also available as add-ons, giving backers more flexibility to customize their setups.
Projector shipments are expected to begin in December 2026, followed by fixed ALR screens in January 2027 and XGIMI Ascend floor-rising screens in February 2027.
To learn more and explore the available bundles, visit the official XGIMI AURA 3 Series Kickstarter page.
About XGIMI
Since 2013, the state-of-the-art XGIMI projectors have helped countless people worldwide to create genuinely immersive audio-visual experiences. Working with reputable partners like Google, Harman Kardon, and Texas Instruments, XGIMI builds all-in-one entertainment devices, perfected due to their user-oriented philosophy. Through industry-leading innovation, streamlined setups, and unique designs, XGIMI always strives to develop the best home and portable projectors for everyone to enjoy. XGIMI is also expanding their expertise into commercial projector technology to bring immersive experiences to more spaces. Learn more at XGIMI Projector Technology.
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XGIMI's AURA 3 Series Achieves Record-Breaking Kickstarter Launch, Hits $10M in 2 Hours and Surpasses $15M in 23 Hours
