Highlights
- Redmi Turbo 4 Pro launch in China may be postponed due to public scrutiny following the fatal Xiaomi SU7 EV crash.
- Redmi Turbo 4 Pro rumoured specs – 6.83-inch OLED LTPS screen, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip, 7,550mAh battery and a 50MP + 8MP dual-camera setup.
- Xiaomi formed a team to investigate the Xiaomi SU7 crash, citing concerns over autonomous driving technology and system limitations in recognising obstacles.
Redmi was reportedly planning to launch the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro in China on April 17, but that may now be pushed back. The reason could be that the tragic accident involving a Xiaomi SU7 electric car has sparked nationwide attention in China. Given the public scrutiny and sensitivity around the incident, reports suggest that Redmi may delay the Turbo 4 Pro launch, although no official confirmation has been made.
Redmi Turbo 4 Pro – What We Know? (Rumoured)
Caption – Redmi Turbo 4 for representation. (Image credit – Redmi)
According to reports, the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro will sport a 6.83-inch OLED LTPS screen that offers a 1.5k resolution, a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip, a 7,550mAh battery with 90W charging and a 50-megapixel + 8-megapixel dual-camera setup.
The phone is expected to feature a metal middle frame, a short-focus optical in-screen fingerprint sensor and an IP68/69-rated body among other features.
Fatal Xiaomi SU7 Crash – What Happened?
Caption – Xiaomi SU7 crashed in China. (Image credit – Gizmochina)
A Xiaomi SU7 Standard, the base model in Xiaomi’s EV lineup, crashed on the Dezhou-Shangrao Highway near Tongling in Anhui province on March 29. The accident claimed the lives of three young female university students who were on their way to Chizhou for a civil service exam.
The incident marks the first reported fatal crash involving Xiaomi’s electric vehicle, and it’s raised serious concerns about autonomous driving technology and EV safety.
The car involved was delivered in October 2024 and relied on Xiaomi’s vision-based Navigate on Autopilot (NOA) system. Unlike the higher-end Pro and Max models, the Standard variant does not come with LiDAR sensors.
Caption – Xiaomi SU7 crashed in China. (Image credit – Gizmochina)
The crash happened in a section of highway that was under repair. Narrowed lanes and possible construction debris may have contributed to the collision.
Here’s a brief breakdown of the crash timeline based on Xiaomi’s internal data:
- 10:27:17 PM: NOA activated, car moving at 116 km/h (72 mph)
- 10:44:24 PM: System detected obstacles, issued warnings, and began to slow down
- 10:44:25 PM: Driver took over, steered left and applied brakes (31%)
- 10:44:26 PM: Steering adjusted right, braking increased to 38%
- 10:44:26–10:44:28 PM: Car hit a concrete guardrail at 97 km/h (60 mph) and caught fire
Caption – Social media posts about the accident. (Screenshot credit – Gizmochina)
Social media posts including one from a victim’s mother on Douyin claimed the car doors locked automatically after the crash, trapping the passengers inside as the vehicle caught fire. Xiaomi said it couldn’t verify that claim but pointed out there is an emergency unlock button, though its effectiveness in such situations remains uncertain.
“There is no precise conclusion currently as to whether the car door was able to be opened at the time of the accident,” Xiaomi said
Xiaomi’s Response
Xiaomi formed a special investigation team on March 30, visited the crash site, and submitted vehicle data to the police by March 31. CEO Lei Jun expressed regret and promised full transparency. Lei Jun reportedly said the company would support the victims’ families.
In a late-night statement on his Weibo account, Lei Jun said that “at this point, I feel that I should not wait any longer, I must stand up and promise on behalf of Xiaomi: no matter what happens, Xiaomi will not evade.”
Xiaomi also noted that the AEB (automatic emergency braking) system didn’t activate because the obstacle, reportedly a water barrier that wasn’t currently recognised by the system. The company believes the fire likely started in the cabin, not the battery, and the full cause is still under investigation.
They also clarified that Xiaomi hasn’t been allowed access to the wrecked vehicle yet and dismissed rumours that it was secretly taken to Beijing.
FAQs
Q1. Why might the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro launch be delayed?
Answer. The launch may be postponed due to public scrutiny following the fatal Xiaomi SU7 EV crash, which has attracted nationwide attention in China.
Q2. What are the rumoured specifications of the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro?
Answer. The phone is expected to feature a 6.83-inch OLED LTPS screen, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip, a 7,550mAh battery with 90W charging, and a 50MP + 8MP dual-camera setup.
Q3. What details have been revealed about the Xiaomi SU7 crash?
Answer. The crash involved Xiaomi’s EV, highlighting concerns over its autonomous driving technology. The car collided with a concrete guardrail, resulting in fatalities, and Xiaomi is investigating the incident.
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