After an atypical July, summer finally revealed its fierce nature. The sunshine pierced through the shade of trees like a venomous thorn, causing a spicy pain on the body. Sweat dripped from the cheeks onto the neck, then slipped into the collar, wetting the already soaked clothes again. When I came out to eat Chongqing noodles, I was so salty that I lived like an amphibian

A person can only persist for up to seven days without eating, three days without drinking water, and not even for a while without turning on the air conditioning.
---------------------Einstein

What the sages said was about the weather in Chongqing in August, which is so hot that you can't even buy raw eggs. Mr. Liu, a college classmate from Xiannv Mountain in Wulong, sent me a greeting from an altitude of 2300 meters. After listening to my complaints, he didn't say anything, just threw a screenshot of Wulong's weather forecast, 15-25 ℃. These are all children of the mountain city. Why is the treatment difference so big??

I quickly hid in the air-conditioned room, but after staying for a long time, I still feel like this concrete house is a birdcage that restricts my freedom,
There is always a sense of oppression that makes people feel uncomfortable all over,
I wanted to go to Wulong and run away, but couldn't find a chance. It wasn't until Xingtu TXL posted an invitation to test drive online that I felt this was the opportunity I was waiting for.
I did my best and signed up decisively. Not only did I write a travel experience with great enthusiasm, but I also submitted my previous photography and video works.
Finally, I have the opportunity to escape from the city, Wulong. Here I come.

First encounter with Xingtu TXL, a high-value intelligent traveler

On the weekend in rainstorm, the rainstorm fell, and the low pressure made the whole city stuffy like a microwave oven, which made people want to escape. I took my driver's license, packed my luggage, and immediately went to the EXEED 4S store located in the center of Chongqing Auto Expo. I saw this cross era intelligent connected SUV, which has a really high appearance, a strong and atmospheric front, an inexplicable streamline, six horizontal silver chrome plated trim strips, clear layers, and two large integrated LED lights at the extension.
Well, with just the first appearance, this white clothed traveler captured my heart, far different from the high imitation temperament of other domestic brands. In terms of appearance, this Star Road is 100% pure original.

After pulling the box and walking around it three times, I reluctantly entered the store and eagerly presented my invitation to experience it. I completed the test drive procedures for the Xingtu TXL, took out the key, and gave it a gentle smile. Good boy, you belong to me these two days. Take me to the green mountains and grasslands.

I pressed open the trunk with the key and put all my luggage on it. Compared to ordinary SUVs, the Star TXL is much larger, and even after putting down my outdoor gear and suitcase, it still looks empty. This kind of car is particularly suitable for a family's self driving journey.

You should know that SUVs have long been endowed with the attribute of travel, and urban roads are just training grounds for their minions. Leading us to distant places is its true mission, so space is particularly important. Many cars can fit five people, but they cannot fit five boxes. However, according to my estimation, if stacked properly, the trunk of the Xingtu TXL can easily accommodate two 28 inch, one 24 inch, and two 20 inch cars, which can be said to be very sufficient.

Starting the car, the large electronic center console is one of the main media for communication between me and Xingtu TXL. The first interface allows me to input my own face for online payments and personal usage habits. In the future, there will be more features worth looking forward to.

Adjust the seat height and rearview mirror position according to your height, and the car computer will record your comfort status. Even if it is later changed by another driver, it will quickly return to your preferred settings when you get on the car.

After completing the first step, I officially began my long-awaited journey. Next, if I want to use any function of the onboard computer, I can voice call "Xiaoyun" and achieve my various needs through human-machine voice interaction. My hands only need to be used for driving, which greatly improves the safety of driving.

One important thing in self driving travel is navigation. I called Xiaoyun and pronounced "Wulong Fairy Mountain". It quickly listed 8 possible destinations for me, read the corresponding numbers, and the navigation began.
If the previous steps can also be achieved by other smart cars, then the next scene will be very stunning to me. The Xingtu TXL has special AR real-time navigation technology, which projects the road in front of me directly onto the LED screen and adds road guidance. I only need to follow the arrow and the direction of the road, and I will never worry about taking the wrong path.
Especially in magical 3D cities like Chongqing, the conventional navigation of turning left or right is completely useless. Every hesitation at an intersection and a missed opportunity to change lanes could potentially cause a traffic accident. With AR real-time navigation technology, I no longer have to worry about N intersections on a flat map.

Wulong, wait for me. I can't wait to immerse myself in your cool mountain breeze.

Depart for Wulong, embrace the green mountains and clear waters

In the southeast of Chongqing, there is a place with green mountains and clear waters. The mountains cluster like jade, and the water flows like emerald. This place has been regarded by Chongqing people as a summer resort by the Wujiang River since ancient times. However, due to its geographical environment, it has been hidden deep in the mountains for a long time and has not been known to the public. It was not until Zhang Yimou directed the movie "Curse of the Golden Flower" that it officially entered people's sight, and later became famous again as the filming location for "Transformers: Age of Extinction". This is Wu Long.

The backyard, once privately owned by Chongqing residents, has now become a popular spot for tourists from all over the country to check in.

The 2-hour high-speed road allowed me to experience the power of Xingtu's Pengbai engine, which is rightfully known as the strongest 1.6T engine on the surface. The 1.6TGDI turbocharged direct injection engine can achieve a maximum power of 145kW and a maximum torque of 290Nm, matched with a 7DCT dual clutch transmission. The power output is direct and efficient, with a comprehensive fuel consumption of only 6.8L/100km, and meets the National VI emission standard.

After getting off the ramp, it's the provincial road with green mountains and clear waters. The temperature suddenly dropped from 38 degrees Celsius in the main city to 26 degrees Celsius. Feeling good, I gently called on Xiaoyun to turn off the air conditioning, open the sunroof, and have some music.

Due to the overload during the peak tourist season, this not too long provincial road is already bumpy, but the suspension system of the Xingtu TXL provides me with good comfort, so I don't have to turn the steering wheel hard and drive on the wrong side.

Finally arrived in Wulong Town, feeling a bit hungry. The famous bowl of lamb is definitely the first delicacy that cannot be missed. There is a ten year old restaurant in the town, and almost every Chongqing person who knows how to eat first thing when they arrive in Wulong is to come here and eat a bowl of lamb to relieve fatigue, activate their taste buds and spirits, and then go up the mountain again.

Compared to the spicy and delicious Chongqing hotpot, bowls of lamb are as delicate and graceful as jade from a small family. This lamb dish originated from Yangjiao Town, Wulong County. The sheep used were all black goats from Xiannv Mountain, which were originally sold in pots. Later, for the convenience of travelers, they were served in bowls and paired with rice, making it even more delicious. The red soup, sauce, green vegetables, and red oil were mixed together to complement the rice. In one bite, it is spicy and delicious, lasting for a long time and refreshing.

Of course, not only mutton, Chongqing's representative dishes can also be paired with some, such as Zhahai pepper Twice cooked pork, steamed fat sausage with flour, and spicy tofu pudding, which are home flavors that you can never get tired of, and will never let you down.

When it comes to Chongqing, I think the scenery should come second, and eating should be the most important and serious thing, because once you leave this city, you will never find this taste again.

It's time to go up the mountain when your stomach is full. You used the exclusive mobile app "Xingtu Life" to turn on the air conditioning in advance, making the air in the car fresher. After settling the bill, you went to the bathroom just in time. This feature is a must-have for summer. When other cars are being baked in the parking lot and a family is sighing in the sun, you can just get in the car and leave, don't be too carefree.

The mountain road that just experienced the rainstorm last night is still wet and slippery, but I am not worried at all. The intelligent real-time four-wheel drive system of Xingtu TXL constantly monitors the operation of the four wheels. As long as there is a slight slip, within 0.07 seconds of the reaction time, the car will automatically switch the driving mode and distribute the power to the wheels on the side with greater resistance to obtain better driving force. The response is fast, and even before the human perception system can respond, the car will be out of trouble.
This real-time four-wheel drive design ensures both fuel economy for long-distance travel and the ability to overcome complex road conditions, making it a must-have configuration for future SUVs. The Xingtu TXL now has it ahead of schedule.

The car drove through the forest all the way, and the dense vegetation here is my favorite place in Fairy Mountain. When I get tired of living in the city, I feel like those high-rise buildings on the skyline are a birdcage that restricts my freedom. There is always a sense of constraint that makes me feel uncomfortable all over. Returning to nature is like awakening the primitive desire buried in my genes, making me feel incredibly happy. At this moment, let Star Road accompany me and stroll along the way. This kind of free will is very addictive.

Soon, I arrived at tonight's accommodation, a resort surrounded by forests. The prices were not expensive and the rooms were comfortable. I had to endure the hardships of life for the whole week, and only weekends were my time. I had to be kind to myself.
With a car, I have further freedom, and I even have an urgent desire to permanently own this Star Trek TXL.

After checking in and packing my luggage, I continued to stroll in Fairy Mountain National Park. The air was free, the wind was free, and the horses were also free. They lazily walked from the mountains to the road, brushing past my star path and smelling the fragrance of green grass on their bodies.

The dark clouds slowly dispersed, and the sun shone through the intervals of the clouds. The shower that I had been worried about ultimately had no impact on my trip, so I was still lucky.

I parked my car on the side road, took out the outdoor facilities that I had purchased for a long time but had never used, sat down on the lawn, listened to the clear chirping of birds in the forest, watched the waves of pine trees, sniffed the slightly moist air, and sat there in a daze, enjoying the comfort brought by nature and letting all the restless emotions dissipate.

Where there is grassland, horses are necessary to match it, which adds more spirituality to this pure nature. The wind brushes my face, the grass dances gracefully, the open mountain slopes, and patches of green grass. No matter how I look at them, my mood is always happy. I can't help but want to take off my shoes and walk barefoot on them. Alternatively, simply lie on your back.

Especially now, living in a world made of steel and concrete every day, our actions and thoughts are consciously or unconsciously restricted, and we want to let ourselves go freely once more. But having a satisfying SUV is very different. You can go wherever you want according to your own ideas, and nature is undoubtedly the best choice. The free wind, galloping horses, cheerful cows and sheep, and even the chirping of birds in the mountains and forests are enough to make people intoxicated... If you want to choose a keyword to interpret your current mood, I think it must be - freedom.

I didn't get up until it was late at night from the mountains and forests, driving to find a higher place to see the sunset. However, each mountain was taller than the other, and there was always an obstacle in front of the sun. But it didn't matter, I enjoyed the freedom of galloping at this moment and unconsciously walked to a larger grassland.

A newborn foal was lying in the grass, eating the tender green grass. When someone came over, it stood up gently, not quite steady. I didn't dare to disturb it, so I stopped and watched it run towards its mother step by step

The scene suddenly became harmonious and warm, and this grassland looked beautiful like an oil painting in the soft and pale yellow dyed by the sunset. I really like the feeling now.

Perhaps there is also a love and pursuit for horses buried in human genes. Our distant ancestors traveled from Africa to Asia, accompanied by horses on the way, going through hardships and evolving together with us. Horses also embody humanity's initial dream of the distant world and carry the spirit of human exploration. In modern times, this responsibility has been entrusted to cars, which can realize our dream of exploring unfamiliar worlds. A family without an SUV is not perfect enough, and I increasingly think so.

The dark clouds covered the sky before the sunset, and the faint yellow light from the sky rendered the clouds with strange colors. There was no wind around, and the lake was quiet, reflecting the grassland and horses. This vacation life without thinking about anything really relaxed people, but they wanted to have it every weekend.

Sitting by the lake, reluctant to leave, lost in the scenery in front of me until the sky darkened. Turning around, I glanced at the Starry TXL in the parking lot and playfully turned on its headlights. In the dark, it looked like an elf blinking its eyes and communicating with me. The more I looked at it, the more I liked it.

Its "three highs" performance of high appearance, high intelligence, and high configuration can definitely attract a large number of loyal fans. We hope that all domestic car manufacturers can work hard like Chery to create "three highs" cars that ordinary people can afford

The grassland lit up with twinkling lights, and several mothers stepped onto the trail with their children. Laughter echoed incessantly, and after a quiet afternoon, the grassland began to make noise again. Let's leave this place for them, it's time to search for delicious food.

Despite being located on Xiannv Mountain at 2300 meters, Chongqing is never short of delicious food. There is a town next to the grassland, where hotpot restaurants, lamb restaurants, and barbecue restaurants gather. But tonight, if you want something special, you can walk into this beautiful frog fish head restaurant.

Bulbasaurs are specifically bred for consumption, so there is no need to have any psychological burden. Good taste is the gold standard. A large pot of Sichuan peppercorns, sea peppers, and butter is boiled in a red soup pot, and fresh freshly killed carp and Bulbasaurs are cooked on top. It's hard not to taste delicious.

If you feel unsatisfied, there are still some small ingredients here. Chongqing people love this bowl of small ingredients very much. Scoop up a spoonful of hot red oil, and the cilantro, wild onions, and peanut kernels inside will emit a strong aroma. A piece of beautiful frog, dipped in water, can bring down several bowls of rice, refreshing the spirit of the day.
For tourists who come to Chongqing, they can also taste the red soup transformed by the majestic Yangtze River water. Pour half a bowl of rice, scoop a few pieces of frog meat, and add a little dipping water to see the fresh and delicious taste on their taste buds, swaying and colorful.

You may be curious why Chongqing's delicious food is hidden in those inconspicuous small shops? Haidilao has opened all over the country, but it has never been able to enter Chongqing. Why? How could the spicy flavor produced by the assembly line possibly fall under the scrutiny of Chongqing people? Here, we emphasize the importance of enjoying life to the fullest.
In order to have a delicious meal, people from Chongqing are willing to go to great lengths to drive their cars over mountains and valleys, walking ten kilometers on the mountain road, winding around several big bends, and sitting down in a rural courtyard on the hill. There is no air conditioning in the house, the boss is fierce, the table is broken and tattered, and a group of men, women, children, and young people are shirtless, sweating and eating and drinking.
Can you tolerate such an environment? Can endure, why?
The taste is good, the sea pepper is fragrant, and there are plenty of ingredients. Just a plate of red chili peppers with green Sichuan peppercorns, it makes you sweat profusely, and the spiciness is so strong that you can't even stop eating it.
How dare you be picky about the shabby environment with such delicious food? Disgusting the boss's bad attitude? Thank goodness you don't have to queue up.

Born with three bridges, crafted with divine craftsmanship

In the morning, waking up in the forest, the oxygen rich sleep always makes people energetic. Yesterday, a day of enjoyable self driving and a delicious spicy meal adjusted the suppressed energy and spirit of the whole person. When people have nothing to do, they should put down their phones and walk more.

It started raining intermittently in the morning, but it didn't affect my mood at all. With this Star Trek accompanying me, it's always good to go anywhere. So I just walked and stopped, following the rhythm of the rain, and the scenery was everywhere along the way.

Clouds and mist drifted with the wind, blurring the distance and slowly devouring the road. I stopped my car, reached out of the window, and felt the moisture with my fingertips. With a gust of wind, everything in front of me became clear again.

The seats of Xingtu are well wrapped, and the Nappa patterned leather texture is a delicate touch. I really like this car more and more, and I don't want to drive back because every time I drive, I feel a little closer to the moment of farewell.

In the end, I put away this melancholy and arrived at Tiansheng Sanqiao, where everything in front of me seemed washed away, especially fresh and clean.

Looking at mountains and waters, no matter from which angle I stand, I feel that the Zen realm of the Song Dynasty Zen masters, "What is a mountain if you don't see mountains, and what is a heart like water if you don't see water", is very profound and inscrutable. However, in the Tiansheng Three Bridges, I really achieved it, and I truly saw the scenery of "there is another heaven and earth, not the human world" here.

Three naturally formed stone bridges are hidden in the jungle, which is a rare karst geological wonder in the world, named after Tianlong Bridge, Qinglong Bridge, and Heilong Bridge respectively.

Of course, to fully appreciate the beauty of the three natural bridges, there are two angles: from top to bottom and from bottom to top.
From top to bottom, on a glass covered bridge with a vertical height of 280 meters, one can overlook the magnificent terrain of the three natural bridges. At this angle, one can see more clearly the traces of the three bridges being eroded by flowing water.

Once, there was a large flowing Fu Liu Yang Shui River that ran through the Sanqiao and Liangkeng areas. However, with the overall elevation of the terrain, the riverbed was cut down, forming a huge underground cave. Finally, large-scale collapses occurred in several places, and the collapsed materials were carried away by the water flow, forming the sinkhole in front of us. The remaining parts became three natural bridges.
For this process, you have to use subtraction to think about everything. The bridge may not necessarily be built, but can also be left over from the collapse of other parts of the underground river. The world is wonderful, but the principles behind it are extremely simple.

Returning from the glass covered bridge to entrance 1 and taking the 80 meter glass elevator down is the most classic check-in angle. This is the outdoor location specially set up by Zhang Yimou during the filming of "Curse of the Golden Flower". It is an official post station hidden deep in the valley, full of mystery and touching the hearts of many people. At the time of the movie's broadcast, I didn't even know that this was Wulong in Chongqing.

When I first arrived, the sky was drizzling intermittently, and the valley was filled with water vapor. At this moment, the sunshine had already filled the valley, perhaps to illuminate my way home. Finally, it was time to have to go home.

The scenery is vast, spanning thousands of miles. Along the way, the Xingtu TXL accompanied me through mountains, tunnels, and deep ravines. Although it was only two days, the scenery and feelings along the way were fully satisfying and enchanting. A weekend escape made me fall in love with self driving. Keep working hard and strive to one day have this cross era intelligent connected SUV.

Scenic Tips:

Fairy Mountain National Park
Most parts of the scenic area require self driving tours, with the final destination being the grasslands. You can take a small train for 25 yuan per person, and ski on the grasslands in summer and winter.
On weekdays, this is the best place to daydream. Although the grassland is not large, the vegetation coverage of the entire grassland is very high, and the quality of the grass is also very good. It can completely release your emotions - you just need to watch the cows and sheep quietly grazing.
Ticket price: 60 yuan
Opening hours: 8:30-17:00

Born Three Bridges

The ticket for Tiansheng Sanqiao now consists of a 120 yuan ticket (including shuttle bus) and a 15 yuan down elevator fee. If you have paid the 15 yuan down elevator fee, you can enter through entrance 1 and take the 80 meter high elevator straight down to the valley floor. This is the most time-saving way of sightseeing.
If you haven't purchased the down elevator fee, you can only enter the scenic area through entrance 2 (the shuttle bus will stop at both entrances, with a distance of about three to four hundred meters between entrances 1 and 2, and the glass observation deck entrance on the left side of passage 2).
When you enter the scenic area and walk down the stone steps, this karst landscape comes into view, which can only be described in two words - "stunning"! Looking around, the cliffs are sharp and steep, stretching thousands of feet. The cool breeze blows gently, and the green grass is lush, as if one were in another world!
Ticket: 1. Peak season (March 1st to October 31st): 135.00 yuan (including 40.00 yuan for environmental protection car transfer fee)
2. Off season (November 1st to February 28th): 95.00 yuan (including 40.00 yuan for environmental protection vehicle transfer fee)
Opening hours: 8:00-19:00

Xingtu TXL TIPS:

⭐ The length, width, and height of the Xingtu TXL are 4775, 1885, and 1706mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2800mm. The 19 inch wheels are very high-end, and when paired with Michelin tires, they look very majestic from the side.
⭐ The Xingtu TXL is equipped with a 1.6TGDI turbocharged direct injection engine, which can achieve a maximum power of 145kW and a maximum torque of 290Nm. It is matched with a 7DCT dual clutch transmission, and the power output is direct and efficient. The comprehensive fuel consumption under various working conditions is only 6.8L/100km, and it meets the National VI emission standard.

⭐ The Xingtu TXL is equipped with a 10.25-inch high-definition multi touch central control screen, developed by Xiongshi Intelligent Cloud System in collaboration with Baidu. It has a built-in 4G module and car Wi Fi hotspot, which can be awakened by saying "Xiaoyun" to start a conversation between people and cars (with extremely high speech recognition accuracy) using various intelligent functions, and supports AR real-time navigation.
⭐ Gathering almost all intelligent driving systems on the market: 11 advanced ADAS driving assistance systems, 360 degree panoramic driving images, FCW front collision warning system, APA automatic parking assistance, HSA ramp assistance, TJA+ICA traffic congestion assistance and intelligent following system, LCA lane change assistance.
⭐ Remote control through a mobile app, which allows you to warm up the car in advance, turn on the air conditioning in advance, actively search for a car, and more. The functions are simple and the operation is convenient.
⭐ Intelligent panoramic sunroof, all aluminum alloy wheels, all leather seats, anti glare rearview mirrors, boneless dual sensing wipers, four door window one touch up and down (anti pinch), remote window control function, and other functions.
⭐ The price range is only 125900-175900 yuan, but it enjoys the configuration of a joint venture of 300000 yuan, which is a conscientious state-owned enterprise.