BAIC-owned Arcfox has launched two new electric vehicles in China that use battery-swapping technology. The Beta S3 535 Ultra+ LiDAR Swappable Edition and the Beta T1 Swappable Edition debuted on November 13, 2026.
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Both models integrate with the CATL Chocolate battery-swapping network. This system allows drivers to replace a depleted battery with a fully charged one in 99 seconds.
Beta S3 535 Ultra+ LiDAR Swappable Edition This sedan features a 192-line LiDAR sensor and a Horizon Robotics Journey J6M chip. It supports automated parking and navigation assistance for highways and urban areas. The vehicle has a 15.6-inch central touchscreen and an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster. It offers a CLTC-rated range of 535 kilometres.
Beta T1 Swappable Edition This compact model is powered by a 95 kW motor and uses a CATL-manufactured LFP battery. It reaches a top speed of 150 km/h. The interior includes a 15.6-inch central screen and an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster.
Arcfox is currently offering 10,000 km of complimentary battery-swapping benefits for these models. Nepal pricing has not been announced.
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