On July 29, 2026, the Philippines established the Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS) Program through Executive Order (EO) No. 121 signed by the President. The initiative introduces fiscal support measures aimed at encouraging domestic manufacturing of hybrid and battery electric vehicles (EVs), along with EV
On August 3, Kia India teases its first hybrid SUV, the all-new Sorento. Kia has also started official pre-bookings ahead of the official India launch. The all-new Sorento represents Kia's commitment to bringing its global product portfolio to Indian customers. It has consistently ranked among Kia's top three best-se
On July 28, multiple sources reported that Kerman Motor announced it would increase its focus on developing hybrid and electric vehicles, as well as gasoline products. Kerman Motor is working on design capabilities, R&D, and localization of parts. Kerman Motor's EV development is part of a long-term strategy to expan
On July 29, Mercedes-Benz unveiled the all-new GLA compact SUV. The vehicle will be launched in November 2026 initially with three fully electric variants, the GLA 200 electric, GLA 250+ electric, and GLA 350 4MATIC electric. In Germany, prices start from EUR 48,599.60, including VAT.
The new GLA measures 4,565 mm lo
On July 29, MarkLines announced that global xEV (including BEV, PHEV and HEV) sales in June increased by 12.0% YoY to 2,211 thousand units.
In the first six months of 2026, total xEV sales decreased 0.2% YoY to 10,685 thousand units.
xEVs accounted for 41.7% of total sales in June.
Rising fuel costs have boosted sale
On July 29, 2026, Daihatsu Motor announced that PT Astra Daihatsu Motor, its Indonesian subsidiary, will exhibit 16 vehicles at GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show 2026 (GIIAS 2026) to be held in Jakarta from Wednesday, July 29 to August 9, 2026.
It will exhibit electrified vehicles including the K-VISION conc
On July 27, multiple sources reported that Stellantis has brought forward the summer shutdown at its Mirafiori plant, stopping Fiat 500 Hybrid production for at least two weeks starting from July 27, 2026.
The early shutdown is linked to the holiday schedule and weaker-than-expected demand for the Fiat 500 Hybrid mod
On July 25, Honda Cars India announced the pricing and start of deliveries of the all-new Honda ZR-V e:HEV premium hybrid SUV. The model is imported from Japan as a completely built unit (CBU) and is priced at INR 4.799 million (ex-showroom).
The new Honda ZR-V e:HEV is powered by e:HEV Sports hybrid system that comb
Ford and Global Power Products (GPP) introduced the Ford Vehicle Connector, a home backup power solution that allows compatible F-150 Lightning and PowerBoost Hybrid trucks to supply electricity directly to a home's electrical panel through GPP's GenerLink transfer switch.
The system can power outlets and hardwired a
Toyota has unveiled the refreshed 2027 Sequoia, introducing updated exterior styling, enhanced technology, and a newly available Trailhunter package for customers seeking greater off-road capability. Based on the SR5 grade, the Trailhunter package adds upgraded suspension, all-terrain tires, underbody protection, rec
On July 21, VW opened pre-sales in Germany for new full hybrid versions of the Golf and T-Roc equipped with a 125-kW hybrid powertrain.
The new hybrid models are not dependent on a charging cable, socket or charging infrastructure. This is because the energy for the electric drive phases is recovered on board these V
Reported on July 16, 2026, Omoda & Jaecoo Vietnam held a test-drive event for the Jaecoo J5 SUV at its factory in Hung Yen.
The company began accepting pre-orders for the Jaecoo J5 on July 10, with the program running until August 31, 2026. The SUV is offered in Vietnam with gasoline, hybrid, and battery-electric pow
On July 16, Toyota Motor Europe reported that battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales more than doubled in the first half of 2026, increasing 113% year over year.
BEVs accounted for 11% of the company's total sales, while electrified vehicles reached a record 87% sales mix. Total sales amounted to 633,617 vehicles, down
On July 15, Lexus India started booking for the all-new ES 350h, the self-charging hybrid electric variant of its newly introduced eighth-generation executive sedan. The all-new ES 350h will be manufactured in India. It will share an advanced platform and design philosophy with the ES 500e.
It has a newly developed h
On July 16, 2026, Nissan announced the launch of the all-new Elgrand in Japan. The model is built to pair spacious comfort with engaging driving performance. The new model adopts the third-generation e‑Power hybrid system, the enhanced e‑4ORCE electric-drive all-wheel control technology, and the Intelligent Dynamic S
On July 16, JSW MG Motor India unveiled MG ADAPT (Advance Drive Architecture Platform Technology), India's first Multi New Energy Vehicle (NEV) platform. MG ADAPT supports electric vehicles (EVs), hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), and range-extender electric vehicles (REEVs).
On July 16, 2026, Mitsubishi Motors has launched the Xforce HEV in Indonesia, marking the brand’s first HEV model introduced and manufactured in the country. Priced at IDR 445 million (OTR Jabodetabek), the Xforce HEV will be showcased at the upcoming GIIAS 2026.
Manufactured at PT Mitsubishi Motors Krama Yudha Indon
On July 8, GAC Group entered the Moroccan market in partnership with Moroccan automotive group M-AUTOMOTIV. GAC will introduce three SUVs to target urban commuting, energy-efficient family use, and long-distance premium travel. M-AUTOMOTIV has a well-established local sales and after-sales service network in Morocco.
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