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Soueast launches S06 DM and S08 DM plug-in hybrid models in Peru
On September 15, Soueast announced the launch of the S06 DM and S08 DM plug-in hybrid SUVs, marking the brand’s first hybrid models in Peru and expanding its local portfolio beyond internal combustion vehicles.
The S06 DM offers up to 114 km of NEDC electric range and more than 850 km of combined range, with fuel con
Renault Geely starts EX5 EM-i production in Brazil, announces BRL 2 billion investment
On September 16, Renault Geely do Brasil announced the start of production of the Geely EX5 EM-i plug-in hybrid at the Ayrton Senna Industrial Complex in Brazil, marking the first locally manufactured product resulting from the Renault Group-Geely partnership.
The locally produced EX5 EM-i is scheduled for commercial
BMW Qatar launches latest 7 series generation With Neue Klasse technology
On September 15, BMW Qatar and Alfardan Automobiles, BMW’s importer, unveiled the latest generation of 7 Series in Doha. The seventh-generation flagship sedan brings new technology from BMW’s Neue Klasse to the luxury segment.
All BMW 7 Series variants, including different powertrains, are built on a single productio
Volvo Cars launches its first long-range PHEV SUVs for Europe and Americas
On September 15, Volvo Cars launched its first long-range plug-in hybrid SUVs for Europe and the Americas, introducing new XC60 and XC90 variants with electric ranges of up to 200 km and 160 km, respectively.
Order books are now open in selected markets, with production scheduled to begin later this autumn. The updat
Avatr releases official images of all-new six-seat Avatr T09 PHEV SUV
On September 8, Avatr Technology (Chongqing) Co., Ltd (Avatr) released official images of the Avatr T09, an all-new six-seat PHEV SUV jointly designed by Avatr and Huawei Qiankun.
The Avatr T09 measures 5,285 mm in length, 2,025 mm in width, and 1,810/1,820 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,150 mm.
The Avatr T09 is
BYD Cars Philippines Jan-Aug sales reach 28,399 units, exceed 2025 total
Reported on September 10, 2026, BYD Cars Philippines’ sales reached 28,399 units in the first eight months of 2026, up 99% from a year earlier and already above the 26,122 units sold during full-year 2025.
Its August sales totaled 4,682 units, while the company recorded a monthly high of 5,730 units in April.
From Ja
Geely Monjaro EM-I SUV to launch in Philippines by end-October 2026
Reported on September 10, 2026, Geely Motor Philippines will launch the Monjaro EM-i in the Philippines by the end of October 2026.
The five-seat D-segment SUV will be the company’s second model using the EM-i Super Hybrid system and its first to feature e-AWD in the Philippines. The government filings show that the
UzAuto starts sales of plug-in hybrid car in Uzbekistan
On September 10, UzAuto Motors started sales of the first hybrid car in Uzbekistan, the Chevrolet Equinox PHEV crossover. It marks the introduction of the first hybrid (PHEV) car of the Chevrolet brand in the local market. The car will be offered in Activ 80KM and Activ 120KM trim levels. Chevrolet Equinox PHEV Activ
Cadillac XT5 PHEV midsize SUV launched in China
On September 7, Cadillac announced the launch of the XT5 PHEV midsize SUV in China. The model is available in two variants, priced at CNY 279,900 and CNY 299,900, respectively, with limited-time promotional prices of CNY 259,900 and CNY 279,900, respectively.
The XT5 PHEV measures 4,888 mm in length, 1,957 mm in widt
Proton e.MAS August sales hit record 6,047 units, including Malaysia registrations and exports
Announced on September 8, 2026, the Proton e.MAS brand posted 6,047 sales in August 2026, its highest monthly figure since launch. The August total included 5,999 domestic registrations in Malaysia.
Proton said the result made e.MAS the fastest xEV brand in Malaysia to surpass 6,000 units sold in a single month, 20 m
VW Commercial Vehicles begins updated Multivan and California production at Hanover plant, Germany
On September 10, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announced that it has begun production of the updated Multivan and California at its Hanover plant, Germany.
The models introduce refreshed exterior styling, a redesigned cockpit, new lighting technology, expanded driver assistance systems, and a new Generation special
Horse Powertrain opens North American office in Southfield, Michigan
On September 9, Horse Powertrain, a global leader in innovative and low-emission powertrain systems, announced that it has opened new North American office in the Detroit metropolitan area.
Horse Powertrain USA, a subsidiary of Horse Powertrain Ltd, established its North American operations center after identifying
Jetour launches T1, T1 i-DM and T2 XWD SUVs in Pakistan
On August 27, Jetour Pakistan launched three new SUVs: the T1, the plug-in hybrid T1 i-DM, and the T2 XWD. The T1 i-DM is priced at PKR 10.799 million, while the T2 XWD is priced at PKR 13.59 million (ex-factory). The company said it now has 26 authorized 3S dealerships across major cities.
At a separate event on Aug
Jetour opens pre-orders for T2 Lightning i-DM 4WD in Philippines
Reported on September 5, 2026, Jetour Auto Philippines introduced the T2 Lightning i-DM 4x4, a new four-wheel-drive variant of its T2 Lightning i-DM plug-in hybrid SUV line-up and opened pre-orders at the UAAGI (United Asia Automotive Group, Inc.) On The Move 2026 roadshow at SM Megamall in Metro Manila.
The vehicle
BYD launches all-new Sealion 08 mid-to-large SUV
On September 2, BYD Company Limited (BYD) announced the official launch of the all-new Sealion 08 mid-to-large SUV. The model is available with battery electric vehicle (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) powertrains, with a total of eight variants priced between CNY 229,900 and CNY 279,900.
The Sealion
CDMS 2026:BAIC’s Beijing Off-Road launches all-new Xingtan 5X mid-to-large SUV
On August 31, Beijing Automotive Group Co., Ltd (BAIC Group) announced that the Xingtan 5X, the first model from Beijing Off-Road’s all-new new-energy product portfolio, was officially launched globally, targeting the mainstream mid-to-large new-energy family SUV segment.
The Xingtan 5X measures 5,005 mm in length, 2
OMODA & JAECOO to launch Jaecoo 8 model in Brazil in Q1 2027
On August 25, OMODA & JAECOO previewed the all-new Jaecoo 8 PHV and also displayed the Omoda 7 PHV at the 2026 Interlagos Festival, expanding its future product lineup in Brazil.
With length of 4.82 meters, width of 1.93 meters, and wheelbase of 2.82 meters, the Jaecoo 8 is powered by the SHS-P plug-in hybrid system,
Geely globally debuts AI-powered new energy off-road technology on Yinhe Zhanjian 700
On August 28, Geely Automobile Group Co., Ltd (Geely Auto Group) officially unveiled its AI-powered off-road technology for new energy off-road vehicles, which integrates three core technological innovations: the Geely Terrain Architecture (GTA), a native architecture for new energy off-road vehicles, the Leishen EM-



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