On March 31, Chery UAE, represented by AW Rostamani Group, launched the TIGGO 8 CSH, a hybrid SUV that combines gasoline performance with advanced battery technology.
The TIGGO 8 CSH is equipped with a1.5TGDI engine and an advanced 3-speed hybrid transmission (3DHT), delivering 141 hp of power and 215 Nm of torque. I

On March 31, Geely Auto launched the Azkarra REV (range-extended vehicle) SUV. The vehicle model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 107,900 to CNY 120,900.
The Azkarra REV adopts a streamlined fastback design and measures 4,680mm long, 1,892mm wide, and 1,650mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,77

Reported on March 29, 2026, the Cambodian government has introduced significant tax reductions on a range of goods, including hybrid (HEVs), plug-in hybrid (PHEVs), and fully electric vehicles (BEVs), aiming to stimulate economic activity and promote the adoption of green technology.
Effective April 1, import duties

On March 31, Mercedes-Benz presented the new Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLS, and Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 HYBRID in their world premieres at their home plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, which is celebrating the milestone of the five millionth SUV to roll off the line over 30 years of production.
Mercedes-Benz used the event also t

On March 28, Sazgar Engineering Works approved a PKR 22 billion expansion to set up a fully automatic paint shop at its four-wheeler plant, which, upon completion, will raise total installed car assembly capacity to 54,000 units per annum on a single-shift basis. The company has also approved land purchases totalling

Announced on March 25, 2026, BYD showcased its growing presence at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS), presenting both its core brand and premium marque Denza with one of the event’s largest booths. The highlight was the simultaneous launch of four models in Thailand, ATTO 1, ATTO 2, SEAL 6, and SEALION

On March 27, Geely Auto announced that it had launched its new global energy models, the Geely E5 and Starray EM-i, across five European countries, including Spain, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg.
Their expansion into Europe is supported by Geely’s long-term investment in technology, with R&D and d

On March 27, MarkLines announced that global xEV (including BEV, PHEV and HEV) sales in February decreased 17.3% YoY to 1.21 million units.
xEVs accounted for 29.6% of total sales in February, down 0.8% point from the previous month.
Breaking down by powertrain, BEVs and PHEVs are largely affected by the continued sa

On March 25, California-based Harbinger and Texas-based Frazer, a leader in mobile healthcare solutions, announced a strategic partnership to advance mobile healthcare. Frazer will employ Harbinger's plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) chassis and battery technology to electrify emergency medical response vehicles and crea

On March 24, Mercedes-Benz unveiled the new generation Maybach S-Class Sedan. It comes with updated six- and eight-cylinder engines. In some markets, V12 engine is still available.
The engines have been redesigned to meet future emission rules.
The top model in Europe and some other markets, the Maybach S 680, uses a

On March 20, the Wuhan Economic and Technological Development Zone announced the debut of the Taishan X8, a strategic large 5-seater SUV and the first model launched by DFMC Voyah since its listing in Hong Kong.
Positioned as a “courtyard-level large 5-seater SUV”, the Taishan X8 measures 5,200mm long, 2,025mm wide,

On March 18, BAIC Arcfox launched the new Alpha S5 AI-powered wide-bodied coupe. The vehicle model is available in three REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) and four EV (battery electric vehicle) variants, with prices ranging from CNY 104,800 to CNY 173,800.
The new Alpha S5 measures 4,886mm long, 1,930mm wide, an

On March 18, GWM launched the HAVAL H6 PHEV in South Africa, strengthening its electrified vehicle lineup in the region.
The new model is powered by GWM’s Hi-4 hybrid system, which combines a turbocharged gasoline engine with two electric motors to deliver intelligent all-wheel drive. It produces up to 268 kW of powe

On March 18, BYD announced that it will introduce the ATTO 2 DM-I plug-in hybrid car in the UK from May 2026. It has an electric-only range of up to 56 miles combined, and a total range of up to 621 miles. The car is compatible with a DC fast-charging system capable of replenishing the battery from 30% to 80% in just

On March 18, 2026, the Omoda C9 PHEV was launched in Malaysia, priced at MYR 208,800 (OTR, excluding insurance). The model arrived as a limited 50 fully imported (CBU) units, followed by locally assembled (CKD) production units in Shah Alam.
The C9 PHEV uses a Super Hybrid System with a 3-speed dedicated hybrid trans

On March 16, SAIC-VW held an ID. ERA technology launch event in Shanghai, announcing that the ID. ERA 9X SUV, the prologue of the ID. ERA lineup, started mass production at the Ningbo plant and will be available for pre-order from March 30.
The ID. ERA 9X measures 5,207mm long, 1,997mm wide, and 1,810mm high, with a

On March 17, Galaxy, a Geely sub-brand, released official images of the Xingyao 7 plug-in hybrid electric sedan.
According to China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the Xingyao 7 measures 4,958mm long, 1,915mm wide, and 1,505mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,852mm.
The Xingyao 7 is equipped with

On March 6, BYD debuted the Seal 08, a new Ocean-series flagship plug-in hybrid electric sedan.
The Seal 08 adopts the Ocean Aesthetics 2.0 design concept. According to China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the vehicle model measures 5,150mm long, 1,999mm wide, and 1,505mm high, with a wheel

On March 13, Galaxy, a Geely sub-brand, unveiled some specifications of the Galaxy M7 plug-in hybrid electric SUV.
The Galaxy M7 is built on the GEA Evo flagship architecture. Powered by a ShenDun Golden battery, the model delivers an EV-mode range of 225km, a combined range of 1,730km, a fuel consumption of 3.35L/10

On March 14, iCAR, a Chery sub-brand, launched the V27 mid-to-large-size off-road SUV. The vehicle model is available in one RWD and two 4WD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 169,800 to CNY 196,800.
The V27 measures 5,055mm long, 1,976mm wide, and 1,894mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,910mm.
Featuring a super rang