Announced on November 3, 2026, Toyota Motor Thailand has launched the updated 2026 Innova Zenix HEV in Thailand, featuring a new lithium-ion hybrid battery, E20 fuel compatibility, and improved quoted fuel consumption of 21.3 km/l.
The update also adds Toyota Remote Control, enabling users to operate the air conditio
On November 5, Toyota announced that the 2027 RAV4 continues the momentum of the sixth-generation model while adding a revised suspension for the RAV4 Woodland grade, raising ground clearance to 9.1-inches, and inclusion of a NACS port for PHEV models.
Further updates for 2027 include:
• Components for the new su
On October 27, when GM announced plans to invest in its Lansing Delta Township Assembly plant for future hybrid-electric vehicle production, it said details about nameplates would be announced closer to launch.
Reuters, however, reported that the three vehicles would be hybrid versions of the Chevrolet Traverse, GMC
F-TECH INC. announced plans to expand the Ohio plant of its U.S. subsidiary F&P America Mfg., Inc. in its 16th Medium-Term Management Plan released on November 5. The company will invest approximately USD 35 million (JPY 5.5 billion) in a new building, called the North Plant, adjacent to the existing facility. Constr
On November 4, Astemo Americas announced plans to invest more than USD 11 million in its manufacturing operations in Muncie, Indiana.
The program includes the installation of additional injection molding capacity and a new assembly line for intake manifolds for both ICE and HEV vehicle applications. The new assembly
On November 3, Stellantis announced the start of exports of the new Jeep Avenger produced at its Porto Real Automotive Complex in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with Argentina becoming the first international market to receive the SUV.
Stellantis plans to export more than 3,000 units to different South American markets by t
South Korea’s Orient Precision Industries said it has secured a series of orders for components for electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs).
For EVs, it has won an order for components for one new model based on a South Korean automaker’s dedicated EV platform, with mass production scheduled to be
Announced on November 4, 2026, GWM will hold the global debut of the new ORA 5 PLUS variant in Thailand on November 10.
The ORA 5 PLUS SPACE EXPLORE DAY event in Bangkok will offer visitors an opportunity to explore the model's styling, cabin space, and EV and HEV powertrains.
The HEV version will feature GWM’s Hi2 h
On November 2, Stellantis announced that FIAT is updating the 500 hybrid and 500 electric lineups to simplify the range and make the available versions clearer. The 500 electric with a 42 kWh battery also receives a EUR 2,000 price reduction, with prices now starting at EUR 26,499.
The 42 kWh Fiat 500 Electric genera
Reported on November 2, 2026, GWM’s WEY G9 HEV and Ora 5 HEV have officially rolled off the production line at EP Manufacturing’s (EPMB) Pegoh plant in Melaka.
The plant’s lineup now comprises eight models: the GWM Haval H6, GWM WEY G9 PHEV, MG ZS (ICE and HEV), MG S5, XPeng G6 and XPeng X9, along with the two newly
On October 29, 2026, SAIC Motor Malaysia launched the locally assembled MG ZS, priced at MYR 103,900 for the 1.5 Turbo and MYR 109,900 for the Hybrid+ (Peninsular Malaysia, excluding insurance).
The petrol version is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine producing 170 PS and 275 Nm of torque, paired with an eigh
On October 30, Nissan USA announced that the all-new 2027 Nissan Rogue Hybrid will begin reaching dealerships in the first week of November. The Rogue Hybrid with e-POWER is currently produced at, and imported from, Nissan’s Kyushu Plant in Japan
The Rogue Hybrid will also make its public show debut at the 2026 Los
On October 28, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) announced a series of investments totaling approximately USD 450 million that will support future vehicle production, expand engine manufacturing capabilities, and advance next-generation propulsion technologies at the Montgomery Plant.
The investments includ
On October 26, Great Wall Motor Company Limited (Great Wall Motor)’s WEY brand announced the official launch of the Gaoshan 8 HEV luxury MPV. Two variants are available, priced at CNY 265,800 and CNY 285,800, respectively, with limited-time promotional prices of CNY 259,800 and CNY 279,800, respectively.
The Gaoshan
South Korea’s Kyungjin Machine announced plans to invest KRW 9.2 billion by 2028 to expand production facilities for battery pack components for electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) in Yeongcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do Province.
The company produces components such as shift levers and supplies them
On October 28, Toyota Europe announced that it is developing a next-generation hybrid powertrain for its future multi-pathway vehicle platforms. It combines new 1.5-litre four-cylinder engines, available in naturally aspirated and turbocharged versions, with smaller and lighter electric motors, power control units an
On October 28, MarkLines announced that global xEV (including BEV, PHEV and HEV) sales in September increased by 3.3% YoY to 2.414 million units.
In the first nine months of 2026, total xEV sales increased 1.2% YoY to 17.009 million units.
xEVs accounted for 43.6% of total sales in September, a record high.
Sales of
On October 27, Audi Spain announced that it has updated the Q3 range with a new 204 hp plug-in hybrid version and improved gasoline engines. The updates expand the availability of electrified powertrains and introduce mild-hybrid technology to the quattro gasoline variants. It is available in both SUV and Sportback b
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