On October 28, GAC International launched the new GAC GS7 PHEV plug-in hybrid SUV in Doha, Qatar, in an event on October 22, 2026, alongside its local partners. The launch marks a new stage in the company’s development in Qatar market.
The model features a third-generation triple-motor electric all-wheel-drive system
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
Reported on October 28, 2026, Geely Motor Philippines launched the Monjaro EM-i, its new flagship plug-in hybrid electric SUV, priced at PHP 1.868 million.
The five-seat D-segment SUV features Geely’s EM-i Super plug-in hybrid technology and an electronic all-wheel drive (e-AWD) system, a first for the Philippine mar
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
On October 27, BMW Qatar and Alfardan Automobiles, BMW’s importer, unveiled the all-new fifth-generation BMW X5 in the Middle East. The luxury Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) features a new design and advanced digital technologies inspired by BMW’s Neue Klasse platform.
BMW X5 will offer five powertrain options, includ
On October 28, Aston Martin unveiled the new Valhalla Spider. The supercar combines high performance with roof-off driving.
The model was developed with support from Aston Martin Performance Technologies (AMPT), the consulting arm of Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1 team. Their expertise in aerodynamics, vehicle dynamic
On October 23, it was reported that the Chevrolet Captiva PHEV, General Motors’ first plug-in hybrid assembled in Brazil, will offer a combined driving range of more than 1,000 km.
The SUV will be assembled by PACE at its automotive plant in Horizonte, Ceará, using kits imported from China. GM previously indicated th
On October 21, multiple sources reported that Opel’s Eisenach plant, Germany, resumed regular production in early October 2026, following several weeks stoppages of renovations. The company plans to increase the share of electrified vehicles in this plant from around current 50% to 60–70% by the end of the year.
The
On October 21, Skoda announced that it has updated the Kodiaq range with a new Laurin & Klement (L&K) trim and a more powerful plug-in hybrid powertrain. The system generates output of 200 kW i.e., 50kW up from the current 150 kW version.
The upgraded powertrain combines a 1.5-litre TSI gasoline engine which generate
On October 20, Lynk & Co, a brand under Geely, released regulatory filing images of its new Lynk & Co 900L plug-in hybrid SUV.
The Lynk & Co 900L measures 5,280 mm in length, 1,999 mm in width, and 1,810 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,170 mm. It features a seven-seat configuration. Compared with the Lynk & Co 90
On October 12, Dongfeng Motor Corporation (Dongfeng Motor) announced that its new energy intelligent off-road vehicle project commenced production in Xiangyang, Hubei Province, on October 10, with the first mass-produced MHero X700 rolling off the production line on the same day. The model is scheduled to be official
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On October 16, Lexus announced that it is discontinuing its 550h+ PHEV for the 2027 TX range of SUVs in the U.S. but bringing some upgraded features for the rest of the lineup.
Launched three years ago and presently in its first generation, the Lexus TX is built on the same Global Architecture-K (GA-K) platform as th
On October 15, WEY launched sales of its V9X premium hybrid crossover in Russia. The full-size six-seat SUV is available with prices starting at RUB 19,699,000, including VAT.
The WEY V9X measures 5,299 mm in length, with a wheelbase of 3,150 mm. It is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine and two elec
On October 14, Jetour, a brand under Chery Group, announced the global launch of the all-new Lvxingzhe 7 midsize SUV in Beijing. The model is available in internal combustion engine (ICE)-powered and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) versions, with a total of eight variants priced from CNY 139,900 to CNY 179,900
Mexico’s Plug-in Electric Vehicle (PEV) market is growing quickly, but adoption and charging access remain heavily concentrated in a handful of major metropolitan areas. Disparities in public network rollouts, residential charging access, and the commercial case for new charging sites across states mean that Mexico’s
On October 12, Avatr showcased the Avatr T09 Concept at the Paris Motor Show, just after making its global debut in Paris on October 11. The new vehicle aims to establish itself as a pioneering model in the RMB 500,000 flagship luxury SUV market. The new car will launch in 2026. It will have the technological experti
On October 10, Geely Galaxy announced the official launch of the all-new Yinhe Zhanjian 700 plug-in hybrid SUV. The new model is available in two-wheel-drive (2WD) and all-wheel-drive (AWD) versions, with a total of six variants priced from CNY 189,800 to CNY 379,800 (limited-time promotional prices: CNY 169,800 to C
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