On May 8, 2025, the GWM Tank 500 HEV, a 7-seat luxury hybrid 4×4, was launched in Malaysia at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025 (MAS 2025).
Priced from MYR 328,800 (OTR without insurance), the HEV is imported from GWM's Rayong plant in Thailand. 
The Tank 500 HEV is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol e

On May 6, Renault announced that it has introduced a new 1.8L full hybrid E-Tech powertrain with 160 hp, now available in both the Captur and Symbioz.
The hybrid setup uses a 1.8L direct injection gasoline engine (109 hp), two electric motors (36 kW and 15 kW), a new 1.4 kWh battery, and an improved clutchless dog bo

On May 6, Stellantis launched the latest generation of its Jeep Compass C-SUV in Italy, produced at the Melfi plant. 
It is built on the advanced STLA Medium platform by Stellantis, designed for electric vehicles in the C and D segments. This platform supports long range, fast charging, strong performance, and good e

Announced on April 28, 2025, the Thai Cabinet has approved (i) a reduction in excise tax for hybrid and mild hybrid vehicles to between 6% and 12%, and (ii) an extension of the production period for compensatory vehicles under the EV3 program to better align with domestic market conditions. 
These measures are design

Reported on April 26, 2025, Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru in the Philippines, is preparing to introduce Subaru hybrid models to the local market in 2025. This development was revealed in the 2024 Annual Report of its parent company, Tan Chong International Limited.
In the Philippines, the

Reported on April 25, 2025, Volkswagen Group Malaysia has signaled a bold push toward electrification in Southeast Asia, confirming plans to assemble electrified vehicles locally with the goal of exporting to key ASEAN markets.
At a recent event marking the start of local assembly for the Audi Q7 MHEV at DRB-Hicom’s

On April 30, Stellantis N.V. and car subscription platform FINN, Germany signed a 2025 framework agreement, with FINN already ordering 5,300 vehicles from various Stellantis brands.
The vehicles come with different powertrains, including gasoline, hybrid, and electric. Notably, new models such as the Opel Grandland a

On April 29, Stellantis revealed the second-generation Citroën C5 Aircross C-SUV.
Built on Stellantis' STLA-Medium platform, the new C5 Aircross is developed in France and assembled at the Rennes plant. The 97 kWh battery is produced at the ACC gigafactory in Douvrin, France.
The new Citroën C5 Aircross offers a wide

On April 24, MG confirmed the launch of the 2025 MG ZS in Mexico, featuring a complete redesign and new platform.
 
The SUV is now 11 cm longer, reaching 4.43 meters, offering greater interior space, improved rigidity, better insulation, and enhanced ride quality.
 
Initially available in the ZS Turbo Elegance versi

On April 24, MHP, a Porsche subsidiary, announced a long-term partnership with Cybus, a software company from Hamburg specializing in Industry 4.0 solutions.
Cybus GmbH is known for providing data integration and DataOps solutions, which help industrial companies collect and process plant data for better process opti

On April 25, Moura unveiled its new 12V and 48V lithium batteries at Automec 2025 in São Paulo, aiming to meet the rising demand for electrified vehicles in South America.
The 48V battery, which stores energy from vehicle braking to boost acceleration and power auxiliary systems like air conditioning even when the en

On April 24, Porsche showcased two special versions of its 911 models i.e., the 911 Spirit 70 and the 911 GT3 in the Auto Shanghai 2025.
The display featured nine classic Porsche cars on a 1970s meets modern themed stand, highlighting the 911 Spirit 70—the third model in Porsche’s Heritage Design collector series.
Po

On April 23, Bentley Motors showcased three updated models i.e. the Continental GT, Continental GT Convertible, and Flying Spur at Auto Shanghai 2025.
Each model now comes in three versions – the standard, the comfort-focused Azure, and the performance-driven Speed.
The new Azure variants debut Bentley’s high perform

Announced on April 19, 2025, the Association of Indonesian Automotive Industries (Gaikindo) released data on the production of BEVs, PHEVs, and HEVs (by brand) for Q1. A total of 23,430 electrified vehicles were produced during the first 3 months of 2025.
For BEVs, total production reached 4,632 units, with Chery lea

On April 23, Toyota announced that Toyota West Virginia will invest USD 88 million to assemble the next generation of hybrid transaxles, bringing total plant investment to more than USD 2.8 billion and reinforcing job security to its more than 2,000 team members.
Scheduled to start production in late 2026, the hybrid

On April 23, Audi presented its 19 models, including five new production vehicles developed with local partners FAW and SAIC at Auto Shanghai 2025. The lineup blends electric and combustion-powered models.
The five all-new models are built on three platforms—Premium Platform Electric, Premium Platform Combustion, and

On April 22, Citroën unveiled a new 2025 ‘Collection’ edition of the C4 model, offering a more dynamic and better-equipped version based on the popular PLUS trim. The limited-edition C4 will be available with two powertrains: a 145 bhp hybrid and a 156 bhp electric version with a 415 km range.
The hybrid model combin

On April 23, Toyota Motor announced at Auto Shanghai 2025 that it will be expanding its battery electric vehicle (BEV) lineup in China as part of its multi-pathway approach toward achieving a carbon-neutral society.
Toyota unveiled the all-new bZ7 BEV, developed locally by Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (GAC),

On April 23, Lexus unveils the all-new ES sedan at its world premiere at the Shanghai Motor Show. A phased rollout across various regions is scheduled to begin in the middle of 2026.
The all-new 8th-generation ES stands as a forerunner in Lexus's next-generation electrification lineup. It aspires to deliver a refined

On April 17, multiple sources reported that Stellantis’ Tafraoui plant in Oran, Algeria, is gearing up for the production of the new Fiat Grande Panda. By the end of 2024, the plant had built over 18,000 vehicles and employed 1,650 workers.
Stellantis aims to increase production to 60,000 units in 2025 and 90,000 by