On April 23, Volkswagen announced that it has developed a new full hybrid drive, which is scheduled to be used in the Golf Hybrid and T-Roc Hybrid from the fourth quarter of the year. The new hybrid models require no charging infrastructure. The energy for the electric drive phases is recovered on board by means of r
On April 22, BMW announced the world premiere of the new BMW 7 Series Sedan, described as the most extensive model update in the history of the nameplate.
The new 7 Series measures 5,395 mm long, 1,950 mm wide, and 1,550 mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,215 mm.
The powertrain portfolio includes 48V mild-hybrid combusti
On April 21, Renault Group announced that it will take part in the 91st edition of the Paris Motor Show, which will be held from October 12-18, 2026.
Renault will display its latest electrified vehicles and future plans to grow in Europe. On a large stand, visitors can see new concept cars and 22 electrified vehicles
Reported on April 20, 2026, the Philippines’ Q1 2026 electrified vehicle market showed activity across the BEV, PHEV, and HEV segments among CAMPI-TMA member brands (BYD is not a member). Notably, VinFast led the BEV segment.
In the BEV segment (2,289 units), VinFast recorded 1,171 units, accounting for roughly half
On April 15, Toyota Brazil announced the inauguration of a battery assembly technical center at its plant in Sorocaba.
The facility will assemble lithium-ion batteries for hybrid passenger vehicle. The batteries will initially supply the Toyota Yaris Cross Flex-fuel Hybrid, which is also exported to markets in Latin
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On April 20, Horse Powertrain announced that it will unveil a new “all-in-one” hybrid system called the X-Range C15 Direct Drive at the Beijing Auto Show 2026, China. The compact unit combines a 4-cylinder engine, transmission, electric motors, and power electronics into one housing. It is designed to fit on the rear
On April 19, Changan officially unveiled the UNI-S, a high-tier C-segment SUV, in Pakistan. The vehicle is not yet open for bookings, and pricing has not been announced, with a formal launch expected in May 2026.
It will be offered in two powertrain options: a 1.5-litre BlueCore turbocharged gasoline engine producing
On April 16, Renault Group launched its new plan, “futuREady India,” to drive growth in India and globally while strengthening its engineering and manufacturing capabilities. Renault aims to make India one of its top three global markets by 2030.
Renault Group plans to expand its lineup to seven multi-energy vehicles
On April 15, Kia introduced the all-new Seltos, marking the second generation of its subcompact SUV and its debut in the European market.
The all-new Seltos is built on Kia’s K3 platform, offering better performance and stability with improved body strength, noise insulation, and handling. It comes with all-wheel dr
On April 14, Toyota Brazil announced the launch of the new-generation RAV4 in the country.
Built on the TNGA platform, the new RAV4 will be offered in two full hybrid versions, S and SX. The model is powered by Toyota’s fifth-generation full hybrid system, combining a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 2 electric mo
Reported on April 10, 2026, the Philippine government is preparing a PHP 60 billion incentive program under the proposed Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS) to support local production of electrified vehicles, the Department of Trade and Industry said. The measure is expected to be finalized before the State o
On April 13, Geely Auto unveiled the i-HEV next-generation AI hybrid technology. Reaching mass production upon launch, the technology will be first equipped in several top-selling Geely models, including the Preface, the Monjaro, the 4th-generation Starray, and the 5th-generation Emgrand, in 2026. The i-HEV variants
On April 14, 2026, Nissan Motor announced its long‑term vision, “Mobility intelligence for everyday life.” Placing focus on AI-Defined Vehicles (AIDV), the company will offer a choice of electrification technologies to meet diverse customer and market needs.
1) AI-led intelligence and electrification
AIDV combines A
On April 9, Green NCAP released environmental ratings for Renault 4 E-Tech, Renault 5 E-Tech, Dacia Bigster, Cadillac Optiq, Citroen C3, and Dacia Sandero. These results add to the safety ratings recently given by Euro NCAP and focus on each car’s environmental impact, energy efficiency, and running costs.
The newly
GM has confirmed that the recently-unveiled Grand Sport will be the final variant of the Corvette’s eight generation through a video that it posted on YouTube entitled “Meet the New Grand Sport.” About halfway through the video, the Chevrolet market manager for performance vehicles, says “This isn’t just the return
On April 7, Toyota launched the all-new sixth-generation Toyota RAV4 compact SUV in Europe. The all-new RAV4 is available with plug-in hybrid and hybrid variant, in FWD and AWD.
A lightweight, high-rigidity body is built on enhanced TNGA-K platform. All-new RAV4 measures up to 4,645 mm in length, 1,855 mm in width, u
Announced on April 6, 2026, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation revealed plans to join the Philippine government’s Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS). Subject to approval, Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (MMPC) aims to begin producing a new hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) at its Santa Rosa, Laguna plant aro
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