CHANGAN NEVO debut, broader powertrain offerings and deeper local operations underline CHANGAN’s long-term commitment to Europe

PARIS, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Changan Automobile outlined the next phase of its European strategy at Mondial de l’Auto 2026. Following the introduction of the CHANGAN DEEPAL line in Europe last year, Changan unveiled the all-new CHANGAN NEVO line and announced plans to broaden its powertrain range and further expand its local R&D, engineering and customer service capabilities. Together, these developments mark a new stage in Changan’s long-term commitment to Europe, bringing a wider choice of products and stronger local support to meet customers’ changing mobility needs.

The CHANGAN NEVO line is built around three core values: Refined Design, Shared Comfort and Enjoyable Technology. Refined Design combines sophisticated aesthetics with a natural, welcoming sense of comfort, balancing visual refinement with everyday practicality. Shared Comfort places every occupant at the centre of the journey, with thoughtfully designed space, flexible layouts and equal comfort across the cabin. Enjoyable Technology integrates an intelligent cockpit, connected digital experiences and real-time driving assistance to create an experience that is smarter, safer, and stress-free. To date, CHANGAN NEVO has served more than one million families globally, turning intelligent and comfortable mobility into part of everyday life for a growing community of users worldwide.

The CHANGAN NEVO Q05 made its European debut at Mondial de l’Auto 2026. The NEVO Q05 combines a spacious interior, driver assistance technologies and everyday usability for urban and suburban lifestyles. Looking ahead, the CHANGAN NEVO product line will expand with models including the all-new CHANGAN NEVO Q06, further broadening the choice for families. CHANGAN NEVO Q06 brings together expressive design, comfort, intelligent technology and confident handling to make a premium family mobility experience accessible to a wider audience.

The expansion of Changan’s European product portfolio is part of a broader strategy that combines new model introductions with the continued development of local design, engineering and customer support capabilities. CHANGAN established its European Design Centre in Turin, Italy, in 2001 and subsequently expanded its regional research and engineering capabilities, including an R&D centre in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Over more than two decades, the company has continued to strengthen its European presence across design, engineering and customer services.

Guided by its “In Europe, For Europe” strategy, Changan is developing a localised ecosystem spanning research and development, service, talent and future manufacturing opportunities. The company is also strengthening after-sales provision through spare parts centres in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom, alongside technical support, customer service and engineering training.

In Europe, CHANGAN DEEPAL S05 and S07 are already on sale in BEV versions, and the left-hand-drive S05 PHEV has now joined them. The S07 PHEV will be introduced across major European markets later this year. The NEVO Q05 is expected to launch in Spain and Italy by the first quarter of 2027. The CHANGAN brand and its DEEPAL and NEVO lines, together with AVATR, form Changan Automobile’s European brand and product portfolio.

“Europe has always been the benchmark. We come here to learn from our partners and to grow together,” said Zhao Fei, General Manager of Changan Group and President of Changan Automobile. “Changan is here to stay. Like plane trees along the Seine, we are putting down deep roots in Europe and growing with you. Together with our partners, we will move the global auto industry forward and bring better products and services to customers worldwide.”

The European debut of CHANGAN NEVO in Paris further broadens Changan Automobile’s product portfolio in the region. In line with its “In Europe, For Europe” strategy, Changan will continue to expand its product offering and strengthen local capabilities, bringing greater choice and dependable support to European customers while contributing to a smarter and more sustainable future of mobility.

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Aeon joins Austin’s leading deep tech companies following major defense contract awards, production milestones, and expansion of its manufacturing operations.

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Aeon Industrial, a vertically integrated defense manufacturer developing advanced missile systems, interceptors, and critical defense subsystems, has been named to the inaugural 2026 Austin Deep Tech 50, a list recognizing companies driving innovation and industrial growth in Central Texas.

The list was organized by Overmatch Ventures in partnership with seven leading venture capital firms: Valor Equity Partners, 8VC, Banner VC, B Capital, Ambition Capital, Ensemble VC, and Trust Ventures. The Austin Deep Tech 50 recognizes 50 of the region’s most promising deep technology companies, highlighting the firms advancing critical technologies and shaping the next generation of American industry.

Aeon’s selection follows a series of major milestones as the company expands its defense manufacturing capabilities and scales production for the U.S. military, allied nations, and defense industry customers. The company also delivered ahead of schedule on a complex U.S. Army contract involving the development of an all-up weapon system and warhead, as well as successful live testing.

In recent weeks, Aeon has secured a key eight-figure defense contract, placed more than 10,000 of its MERC high-voltage electronic safe-and-arm devices into production following successful performance at the Department of War’s Drone Dominance initiative, and earned selection in the U.S. Army’s interceptor challenge with its layered air and missile defense architecture.

“America needs a defense industrial base capable of producing advanced weapons at the scale and cost required to meet today’s threats,” said Naweed Tahmas, Founder and CEO of Aeon Industrial. “We’re building that capability here in Austin. Being recognized for advancing American manufacturing and deep technology is a testament to our team and the industrial ecosystem taking shape in Texas.”

Aeon is expanding production at its new 140,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Cedar Park, Texas, just outside Austin. The facility brings missile systems, interceptors, propulsion, fuzing, software, and assembly under one roof, enabling Aeon to manufacture complete weapon systems and critical subsystems at industrial scale for government and industry customers.

Aeon’s core portfolio includes Zeus, a lightweight, software-defined tactical missile system designed for shoulder-fired use and integration across ground, air, and maritime platforms. Zeus features interchangeable sensors and warheads, enabling a single system to address a wide range of threats, from drones to armored vehicles. The company also manufactures MERC, a low-cost, high-voltage electronic safe-and-arm device supporting time, proximity, and impact fuzing across drones, missiles, and interceptors. Both products are designed for affordability, scalability, and high-volume production.

Aeon’s vertically integrated manufacturing model is designed to reduce costs, accelerate production timelines, and deliver affordable mass to the U.S. military, allied nations, and defense industry customers.

About Aeon Industrial

Aeon Industrial is a vertically integrated defense manufacturer developing and producing advanced strike systems and critical subsystems at industrial scale. From its 140,000-square-foot manufacturing facility, Aeon brings weapon design and production under one roof, including propulsion, fuzing, autonomy and other critical subsystems. Led by former special operators, senior government officials and experienced aerospace and defense engineers, Aeon is a trusted partner to U.S. government customers and industry.

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DENTON, Texas, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CBS ArcSafe®, a leading manufacturer of remote racking and switching solutions for low- and medium-voltage switchgear, has updated the Chicken Switch® RSK-DS10, a remote switch kit (RSK) that allows technicians to trip and close DS-style circuit breakers from outside the arc flash boundary. The updated kit is powered by a Milwaukee® M18™ REDLITHIUM ion battery pack for wireless operations.

DS-style low-voltage breakers from Westinghouse, Cutler-Hammer, Square D, and Eaton remain in service in facilities across the country. For teams that maintain this gear, the RSK-DS10 offers a cost-effective way to reduce operator exposure to arc flash hazards. The device eliminates hazardous manual contact with the gear during switching operations and can reduce the need for arc flash suits.

The RSK-DS10 is compatible with DS, DSII, DSL, and DSLII breakers, except models equipped with two vertical handles. Magnets hold the actuator securely against the breaker face, so technicians can quickly install and remove the device without any modifications to existing electrical equipment.

The addition of M18 battery power puts the RSK-DS10 on the same platform as much of CBS ArcSafe’s remote switching lineup, while the handheld controller runs on standard alkaline batteries. Facilities can choose the configuration that best fits their layout and safety procedures: corded versions with 30- or 50-foot operating lengths or the new wireless version with a range up to 150 feet with line of sight.

All CBS ArcSafe products are manufactured in the United States at our facility in Denton, Texas. For more information, visit CBSArcSafe.com or call 877-4-SAFETY.

About CBS ArcSafe
CBS ArcSafe offers the electrical industry’s largest inventory of remote racking and switching solutions for low- and medium-voltage switchgear. The systems operate without modification to existing electrical equipment and allow technicians to operate equipment from a safe distance of up to 300 feet away. All CBS ArcSafe equipment is manufactured in the United States at our Denton, Texas, facility. CBS ArcSafe offers 24/7/365 emergency support and develops custom remote racking and switching solutions for all OEM equipment. Learn more at CBSArcSafe.com or call us toll-free at 877-4-SAFETY.

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