Leapmotor sends major OTA updates to freshen B10’s features

Quick look

• Using OTA updates, Leapmotor ‘freshens’ the technical features and funtionality of the B10.

• OTA updates, which install automatically with no extra charge, are available as long as there is a 4G/5G connection.

The latest Leapmotor B10 fully electric SUV has a number of updated features which enhance driving, safety and functionality. In the past, if you owned the model, you would have to buy a new one to enjoy these updates. However, today, a vehicle you purchased a year ago can be updated to the latest technical specs, so you do not have to change your vehicle.

This is thanks to an innovation known as Over-The-Air (OTA) updates which was introduced around 6 years ago (actually Tesla had started using it in 2012). If you have a smartphone, you’ll understand OTA updates right away because it works the same way. The software is updated with the new features via a broadcasted service and installed automatically.

With cars which have a connection to the internet, this same process takes place and relevant software is updated. As the updates come ‘over the air’, there’s no need to go to the service centre to get the installation done and you can do it almost anywhere that a signal (4G or 5G) can be received.

Thus the model you have remains ‘fresh’ for a longer period and generally, there is no charge for updates. Most modern cars have OTA as a standard feature and virtually all EVs have it.

Updates 6 months after model debut
For Leapmotor’s B10, the updates are released exactly 6 months after the model’s initial market debut, signaling a rapid development cycle for the Chinese automaker’s global platform. This February deployment represents a broader trend in Leapmotor’s engineering philosophy regarding the software-defined vehicle.

The deployment follows a rolling release strategy, with vehicles receiving automated notifications for installation via the central infotainment interface.

What is updated?
Enhancing the B10’s driving dynamics is a newly integrated One-Pedal driving mode. This software calibration allows the driver to manage both acceleration and the majority of braking force through a single input. By maximizing the regenerative braking curve, the system can bring the SUV to a near-stop upon throttle lift-off, which fundamentally alters the energy recovery efficiency during urban stop-and-go driving cycles.

Complementing the hardware control changes, Leapmotor has revised the vehicle’s Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. The update specifically refines the logic governing Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Centering Control.

The engineers have tuned the deceleration mapping to be more progressive when the vehicle detects approaching curves, aiming to eliminate the aggressive braking characteristic often associated with the earlier version of the software.

Connectivity sees a significant improvement with the introduction of native Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. While the B10 launched with a proprietary ecosystem, this update enables both wired and wireless mirroring for external devices. This move aligns the B10 with global consumer expectations, allowing for the direct integration of mobile navigation and media applications into the vehicle’s 14.6-inch high-resolution display.

The user interface has been modified to support a new split-screen layout for navigation. This configuration places the map data on the left side of the screen, ensuring that turn-by-turn directions remain visible even when the driver is interacting with other system menus or media controls. This secondary display layer is intended to reduce driver distraction by maintaining a constant visual reference for the primary route.

System performance has been addressed through a Quick Start preloading feature. This background process initiates the boot sequence of the infotainment hardware as soon as the vehicle is unlocked or a door is opened. By the time the driver is seated, the Leapmotor OS is fully operational, effectively neutralizing the cold-start lag that occurs with some high-complexity digital cockpits.

Controls can be customized
Customization options for the physical controls have also been expanded. The multifunction buttons located on the steering wheel can now be remapped by the user to serve as dedicated shortcuts. This allows for immediate mechanical access to specific drive modes or ADAS toggles without the need to navigate through the touchscreen sub-menus while the vehicle is in motion.

Safety systems received targeted optimizations, particularly regarding the in-vehicle life presence detection. The sensor sensitivity and alert logic have been refined to provide more accurate reminders for occupants or objects left in the rear cabin.

Additionally, the charging port logic has been synchronized with the central locking system to ensure the connector remains secured or released based on the real-time status of the vehicle.

The 2026 software package also introduces an expanded voice control vocabulary. The onboard assistant can now execute commands for localized hardware adjustments, including the positioning of air vents, window operation, and the management of exterior lighting signatures. These updates reflect an ongoing shift toward a hands-free interior environment where physical switchgear is increasingly redundant.

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