Hutchinson S.A. (Hutchinson) announced that Hutchinson Wuhan Body Sealing Systems has developed and produced the body sealing system flush glazing parts for the Huawei MAEXTRO S800 sedan. This achievement was recognized with the 2026 Quality Excellent Award from JAC group. (From a press release dated January 23, 2026

On January 28, FAW-VW Tianjin Branch launched a project on the new VW316/9CN_B vehicle model.
The VW316/9CN_B, FAW-VW Tianjin Branch’s first battery electric vehicle model, is a new CMP (Compact Main Platform)-based SUV scheduled for production in 2027.
To ensure the smooth progress of the project, FAW-VW Tianjin Bra

On January 27, Scout CEO Scott Keogh said at the BloombergNEF Summit in San Fransisco that the EREV versions of the Terra pickup and Traveler SUV will likely launch first due to the high interest in that version, with the pure EV models to follow.
Keogh previously announced that over 80% of Scout pre-orders are for t

At a press conference at Volvo Cars headquarters in Stockholm on January 22, CEO Hakan Samuelsson said the company is exploring the idea of adding a larger, full-size three-row SUV to its lineup to compete with the Mercedes-Benz GLS and BMW X7 in the U.S. and China, though the concept has not yet been approved.
In Se

On January 29, Mercedes-Benz unveiled the updated S-Class luxury saloon.
Production of the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class will begin at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Sindelfingen, Germany in 2026. The flagship versions are built in Factory 56, a highly flexible facility where the S-Class, Mercedes Maybach S Class, and the al

On January 29, Bentley Motors launched the fourth-generation Continental GT S and GTC S, inspired by the limited-edition Supersports. These new models use the latest hybrid powertrain and performance technology from the Continental GT Speed.
The new S models are powered by 4.0-litre crossplane V8 engine, which genera

Reported on January 26, 2026, Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) Co., Ltd. has outlined a product rollout for 2026, confirming plans to launch 7 new models spanning electric vehicles (EVs), internal combustion engine (ICE) models, and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs).
With the inclusion of the earlier previewed Mercedes-Benz CL

On January 25, smart announced that the prototype of the #2 hatchback will globally debut at the Auto China 2026 in April, and that the #6 EHD, its first luxury liftback sedan, will be launched in the first half of 2026.
Designed by Mercedes-Benz, the #2 is built on the new ECA (Electric Compact Architecture) archite

On January 28, BMW announced model updates for spring 2026.
BMW iX1 and BMW iX2 electric models will receive new silicon-carbide (SiC) inverters, which improve efficiency, reduce energy use, and increase driving range by over 40 km. The update applies to BMW iX1 eDrive20, BMW iX1 xDrive30, BMW iX2 eDrive20, and BMW i

On January 26, 2026, Master Changan Motors announced that Pakistan's first locally assembled Range-Extended Electric Vehicle (REEV) SUV, the Deepal S05, had entered the delivery phase at an introductory price of PKR 9,999,000. MCML completed production setup at its Karachi facility in under 90 days using advanced rob

Reported on January 26, 2026, GWM Malaysia marked a key regional milestone by exporting its first locally assembled (CKD) GWM WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV units to Thailand, marking GWM Malaysia’s first CKD export to a neighboring market.
Produced at the EP Manufacturing (EPMB) plant in Pegoh, Melaka, the shipment comes after the

Reported on January 24, 2026, Mazda has reaffirmed its plan to launch at least five new models in Thailand over the next three years, comprising two BEVs, one PHEV, and two HEVs. At least two new models are scheduled for launch in 2026. 
According to Mazda, the Mazda 6e BEV attracted over 4,000 reservations after its

On January 23, MarkLines announced that global electric vehicles (including EV, PHV and FCV) sales in December decreased 2.6% YoY to 1.77 million units.
 In 2025, total EV sales increased 18.0% YoY to 18.12 million units.
EVs accounted for 30.5% of total sales in December down 1.5% point from the previous month. In 2

Reported on January 20, 2026, Chery Corporate Malaysia Sdn Bhd has begun exporting vehicles to Brunei, marking its second ASEAN export market following Vietnam in February 2025.
Speaking at the first‑batch shipment ceremony, Chery Malaysia highlighted exports as a key pillar of its long-term regional expansion strate

On January 20, Galaxy, a Geely sub-brand, launched the V900 flagship range-extended electric MPV. The model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 269,800 to CNY 329,800.
The V900 measures 5,360mm long, 1,998mm wide, and 1,940mm or 1,920mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,200mm and 6-, 7-, and 8-seat

On January 19, the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) issued a statement welcoming the German government’s new electric car subsidy program.
Key aspects of the program are fundamentally suitable for supporting the success of e-mobility in Germany. The funding program creates the necessary planning ce

On January 20, 2026, Sazgar Engineering Works Limited announced that it will commence bookings of CKD models of the TANK-500 Hi4-T 4X4 2.0L Turbo AT PHEV and HEV starting January 26, 2026. It mentioned that the prices and booking details will be announced through electronic and social media.
Based on Sazgar Engineeri

On January 19, Stellantis Germany and VW welcomed the German government’s new subsidies for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Thanks to low leasing rates and programs such as “Electric All In,” electric cars are becoming more affordable.
For Opel, the focus is on electric models such as the Grandland Electric and

On January 15, SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) launched the Xingguang 560 midsize SUV. The model is available in one PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle), one EV (battery electric vehicle), and two ICEV (internal combustion engine vehicle) variants, with prices ranging from CNY 59,800 to CNY 95,800.
The Xingguang 560 adopts

On January 20, VW Group announced its sales results for Q4 2025 and full-year 2025.
Sales volume in Q4 2025 was down by 4.9% YoY to 2,379,800 units. In 2025, the sales dropped 0.5% to 8,983,900 units, with significant growth in Europe (up 4%) and South America (up 12%) contrasting with expected declines due to challe