The CN171-11 charges through frozen tundras — now adorned with the warmth of Lunar traditions.

Imagine a world where Earth itself is on the move, propelled by colossal engines through the icy void of space. In this vision from the cinematic universe of Wandering Earth, survival hinges on unity, technology, and an unyielding human spirit. Now, one of its most iconic vehicles — the CN171-11 box-type truck — returns not just as a symbol of resilience, but as a vessel of celebration. Introducing the Chinese New Year Edition: a fusion of interstellar engineering and ancestral heritage that redefines what it means for machinery to carry memory, meaning, and hope.

When hard steel meets red lanterns, something extraordinary happens. This isn’t merely a model; it’s a statement — that even in the coldest reaches of deep space, culture endures. That no matter how far humanity travels, the pull of home remains stronger than gravity. The designers asked: What if the very machine built to save civilization could also remind us why we’re saving it? The answer roars to life in every curve, engraving, and glowing diode of the CN171-11 Lunar Special.

Intricate carvings reveal hidden zodiac symbols and calligraphic poetry beneath the surface.

Decoding the Cultural DNA Etched Into Every Panel

Look closer, and you’ll find that this truck doesn’t just wear tradition — it speaks it fluently. The front headlights are framed with laser-cut patterns inspired by paper-cut art, a centuries-old folk craft often used during Spring Festival decorations. As light passes through, a delicate silhouette of the character “福” (Fu – blessing) emerges, casting blessings across any surface it illuminates.

Along the side panels, subtle浮雕 (relief carvings) depict the Year of the Dragon in motion. At first glance, they appear as abstract mechanical grooves — fitting for a vehicle forged in crisis. But shift your angle, and shimmering dragon scales come alive, winding like ancient myths reborn in alloy and carbon fiber. It's a metaphor made tangible: strength wrapped in story.

Even the cargo container becomes a canvas of emotion. Engraved along its flank is a micro-poem titled “Spring Sequence”, rendered in elegant cursive script via precision laser etching. Lines like *“Engines hum where firecrackers once sang / Yet still we chase the same rising sun”* echo the bittersweet journey of progress — moving forward without forgetting where we began.

And beneath it all, the wheels spin with cosmic symbolism. The custom-designed hubcaps mirror the Taiji yin-yang motif, their flowing curves suggesting balance amid chaos. Each rotation whispers of cycles — seasons, generations, the eternal return of reunion.

Activate the base to summon virtual fireworks and heartfelt voice messages from afar.

More Than Metal: An Immersive Story You Can Hold

This edition transcends static display. Paired with a smart holographic base, turning on the unit unleashes a miniature festival above the truck — digital fireworks bloom in mid-air, synchronized with fragments of recorded voice notes: children laughing, elders wishing health, lovers promising return. These aren't random sounds — they're curated audio snapshots of real family greetings collected from fans across China.

Open the cargo bay, and an original soundtrack plays — a haunting blend of electronic pulses and live jinghu violin, weaving together futurism and folk soul. It’s the sound of two worlds harmonizing: the urgency of survival and the comfort of tradition.

Each unit bears a unique serial number marked in the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches calendar system — Jia Chen, Yi Si, Bing Wu… Only 1,711 will ever exist, a nod to the legendary convoy number from the film that carried millions to safety. To own one is to hold a piece of cinematic history — and personal legacy.

Why This Collaboration Ignited a Cultural Phenomenon

The Wandering Earth franchise isn’t just popular — it’s profoundly resonant. Unlike Western tales of escape, it tells a story of staying: of dragging our entire planet to safety because Earth is irreplaceable. That emotional core — protecting home — aligns perfectly with the essence of Chinese New Year: returning, reconnecting, remembering.

While most holiday merchandise leans toward plush toys or decorative trinkets, this release dares to merge science fiction with intangible cultural heritage. There’s nothing else like it on the market. One designer shared in an interview: “We wanted the truck to feel like it had driven through time — forged in the future, but carrying the heartbeat of the past.” From the way the joints mimic traditional wooden architecture to the use of auspicious colors in circuit lighting, every decision serves the theme: technology in service of togetherness.

Beyond the Holiday: A New Kind of Heirloom

In living rooms around the world, these trucks are becoming more than collectibles — they’re conversation starters, family rituals, even storytelling tools between parents and children building the model together. Some place them beside ancestral altars; others project their holograms during video calls with overseas relatives. They’ve become modern talismans — objects that say, “No matter how distant we grow, we’re still headed home.”

Perhaps the most poetic touch lies within a hidden audio file activated only when the engine light blinks in sequence. If you listen closely, a calm AI voice murmurs a single line — the same one broadcast across the fleet in the final act of the movie:

"Destination: Where there's smoke from chimneys."

Not coordinates. Not data. Just the quiet promise of warmth, food, and people waiting.

The CN171-11 Chinese New Year Edition doesn’t just honor tradition — it evolves it. In an age where identity dances between digital and physical, global and local, this truck reminds us: the future doesn’t have to erase the past. Sometimes, it drives right through it — lights blazing, stories burning bright.