On March 14, Lamborghini introduced the Urus SE, its first plug-in hybrid Super SUV, in Mexico City at a private event in Atrio Santa Fe.
The Urus SE features an 800-CV hybrid powertrain, with a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine paired with a 25-kWh lithium-ion battery. It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 3.4 seconds and

On March 13, Toyota Motor Corporation announced that it will commence sales of its all-new midsize station wagon Crown Estate model in Japan.
Launched in 1955, the Crown celebrates its 70th anniversary with a history that has grown alongside the development of the Japanese economy. Following the launch of the Crossov

Reported on March 7, 2025, BYD Cars Philippines has officially launched the Shark 6 DMO, the PHEV pickup truck, priced from PHP 2.098 million. Its 2 available variants are Advanced and Premium.
Riding on the Dual Mode Off-road platform, it utilizes a Cell-to-Chassis (CTC) construction with independent double wishbone

On February 28, Changan Auto unveiled the Nevo Q07 plug-in hybrid SUV.
The Nevo Q07 incorporates international trends and oriental aesthetics, featuring a concise front fascia design and digital and intelligent wing-styled daytime running lights to present a vigorous, dynamic overall look. The model contains a 763L d

On March 7, NFI Group Inc. (NFI) announced a major order from the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) for 42 New Flyer Xcelsior 40-foot hybrid buses. This order meets Buy America requirements supporting manufacturing jobs in the U.S. and is a part of NFI’s Q4 2024 backlog.
The SFMTA Municipal Railwa

On February 28, 2025, JAECOO Malaysia officially launched the J7 PHEV, priced from MYR 158,800. This marked the J7 PHEV’s first launch in Southeast Asia.
Powered by the Super Hybrid System (SHS), this locally-assembled premium SUV redefines new energy mobility, offering a seamless blend of power, efficiency, and inno

Reported on March 1, 2025, the Thai Deputy Finance Minister revealed that the Excise Department's plans to revise the tax structure for PHEVs include removing the requirement related to (i) the size of the fuel tank, currently set at 45 liters, and (ii) the criteria for CO2 emissions.
The latter caused manufacturers

On February 21, Denza, a BYD sub-brand, started accepting pre-orders for the N9 versatile large SUV, with prices ranging from CNY 450,000 to CNY 550,000.
The N9 adopts natural, elegant exterior and interior designs, allowing for flexible interior space arrangement and offering an ultra-large rear trunk enough to cont

Despite a stagnation in global LV production, PHEV and EREV production has surged.
Plug-in Electric Vehicles (PEVs), encompassing Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) and Extended Range Electric Vehicles (EREVs) emerged as the most rapidly expanding segments within the Electrified Vehicle (xEV) market in 2024. De

On February 25, Caoa Chery has expanded its electrified lineup with the launch of the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions of the Tiggo 7 and an updated Tiggo 8.
The Tiggo 7 Pro PHEV features a powertrain combining two electric motors with a 1.5-liter turbo combustion engine, delivering a total of 317 hp and 56.6 kgfm of t

On February 26, Peugeot introduced a new plug-in hybrid powertrain for the 308 C segment hatchback, 308 SW C segment station wagon, and 408 C segment SUV . The orders for the 308 models open on February 27, 2025, while the orders for the 408 model start in March 2025. 
The new plug-in hybrid powertrain pairs a 1.6L t

Reported on February 25, 2025, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) projected a 7% growth in sales of electrified vehicles in the Philippines in 2025.
According to CAMPI, the growth will be propelled by supportive government policies, such as the zero import tariffs, the launch of n

On February 25, MarkLines announced that global electric vehicles (including EV, PHV and FCV) sales in January increased 22.2% YoY to 1.08 million units. 
EVs accounted for 22.6% of total sales in January, down 6.8% point from the previous month. 
In January, China leads the EV sales with 754 thousand units, followed

On February 22, Chery launched the Fulwin T8 midsize plug-in hybrid SUV. The model is available in two 65km-range and four 130km-range variants, with prices ranging from CNY 103,900 to CNY 150,900.
Inspired by oriental natural aesthetics, the Fulwin T8 is designed with a diamond-styled front grille, flowing light-sty

Announced on February 13, 2025, PT Eurokars Motor Indonesia (EMI), as the sole brand holder agent (ATPM) and official distributor of Mazda vehicles, marked the return to the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) 2025, carrying the theme “Enrich Life in Motion.” 
Its highlight at the show was the all-new Mazda CX-

On February 17, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles started delivery of the new Transporter and Caravelle across Europe, offering 13 body variants with diesel (TDI), plug-in hybrid (eHybrid), and electric (e-Transporter & e-Caravelle) options.
The 2.0L TDI engines generate output varies from 110 hp, 150 hp, and 170 hp, pa

On February 12, Geely Galaxy launched the Galaxy L6 EM-i compact plug-in hybrid sedan, which is available in five variants with CLTC electric-mode ranges of 60km and 140km. Prices range from CNY 79,800 to CNY 106,800.
Powered by a front-engine FWD system, an 82kW/136Nm NordThor 1.5L dedicated hybrid engine, a 160kW/2