LEPAS L6 EV begins global elegance drive from Shanghai

LEPAS will send the L6 EV on its first global elegance drive on Oct. 19, starting in Shanghai and ending in Wuhu, China. The two-day test ride comes during Chery International User Summit 2026 and is meant to showcase the electric SUV’s performance, comfort and smart features across mixed road conditions.

Why it matters: - LEPAS is using the L6 EV’s first global road trip to show how the electric SUV performs outside a showroom setting. - The drive is designed to test real-world usability across city streets, highways, lake roads and mountain routes. - The event also gives LEPAS direct feedback from drivers in 15 countries as the brand pushes beyond Thailand and into more global markets.

What happened: - LEPAS L6 EV will depart Shanghai on Oct. 19 for the LEPAS Global Elegance Drive. - The two-day trip with one overnight stay runs during Chery International User Summit 2026. - The journey marks the opening of the first LEPAS Global Elegant Lifestyle Week. - 34 Elegant Driving Ambassadors from 15 countries will take part. - The route runs from Shanghai to Wuhu, China.

The details: - LEPAS positioned the L6 EV as an “Intelligent Urban Living SUV.” - The model features a “Nature-Inspired Tech Cabin” with a roomy and comfortable interior. - Its electric powertrain, comfort-focused chassis, ADAS and intelligent parking assistance are built for easier daily driving and parking. - The model also offers range and fast-charging capability for longer trips. - During the drive, ambassadors will assess throttle response, driver assistance, ride comfort, range and charging performance. - The route includes city roads, intercity highways, lakeside roads and winding mountain sections. - The trip will also show how the intelligent parking assistance handles unfamiliar parking situations. - LEPAS said drivers from different markets will bring different expectations and perspectives. - Their firsthand feedback will help LEPAS better understand global user needs and guide future co-creation.

Between the lines: - LEPAS is turning a product demo into a user-and-brand event. - The format suggests the company wants validation from international drivers, not just internal testing. - The emphasis on “elegance” and lifestyle points to a brand strategy that goes beyond technical specs. - The route choice signals a focus on mixed-use urban mobility, where EV buyers often judge range, comfort and parking help most closely.

What's next: - LEPAS said the ambassadors’ experiences will feed into discussions and co-creation during the first LEPAS Global Elegant Lifestyle Week. - The company will use the event to explore global interpretations of “Together in Elegance.” - Firsthand road impressions are expected to help define what “Drive Your Elegance” means on real roads. - LEPAS is also continuing its international expansion through a dealer network of more than 500 sales and service locations.

The bottom line: - LEPAS is betting that a public cross-country EV drive will help prove the L6 EV’s everyday capability and strengthen its global brand identity at the same time.