General Motors’ SAIC-GM joint-venture in China SAIC-GM has unveiled a three-year turnaround plan as the SAIC-GM joint venture contract approaches its June 2027 expiration date. GM has already absorbed USD 2.7 billion in restructuring charges to slash capacity and improve the lineup, which helped to bring about the jo

On March 24, 2026, the MG IM5 officially launched in Thailand at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS), branded as “The First Premium Intelligent e-Sedan.” The model is priced from THB 1.5499 million, following an earlier preview of its key features.
The MG IM5 integrates smart technologies, rigorous safet

On March 23, MG Motor introduced its new SolidCore Battery, marking a major step in EV battery technology. The company claims to be the first to mass-produce semi-solid-state batteries, offering better range, faster charging, improved power, higher safety, and reliable performance in cold conditions.
The SolidCore ba

On March 12, it was reported that Grupo GEP officially launched Maxus in Argentina during Expoagro 2026, while also presenting new Kaiyi models as part of its expanded portfolio.
Maxus, the commercial vehicle brand of SAIC Group, introduced a lineup including the T60 and T60 Max pickups, the electric eTerron 9 pickup

On March 17, Buick launched the Electra Encasa EV flagship MPV priced at CNY 489,900.
The Electra Encasa EV measures 5,260mm long, 2,023mm wide, and 1,820mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,160mm.
The Electra Encasa EV features a 4WD layout. Powered by front 332kW/380Nm and rear 150kW/170Nm motors and a 96kWh 6C battery,

On March 19, MG announced the launch of the new MG S9 PHEV, its first seven-seat large SUV in UK.
The plug-in hybrid system combines a 1.5-liter turbo petrol engine with a 24.7 kWh battery, delivering up to 62 miles of electric-only WLTP range. CO2 emissions are rated at 18 g/km, and the braked towing capacity reache

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, Audi announced that it will unveil the all-new A2 e-tron in the fall 2026. The compact, all-electric entry-level car made in the Ingolstadt plant, Germany is designed to make premium electric vehicles (EVs) more accessible. A design sketch has already shown its basic shape.
Audi A2 e-tron is aimed at glo

On March 11, SAIC Motor Passenger Vehicle announced release plans for new Roewe and MG vehicle models.
In 2026, SAIC Roewe’s 20th anniversary, the brand will release the Roewe i6 gasoline sedan in April. A launch event for detailed strategic plans will be held on April 21.
SAIC-MG will release the MG 4X battery elect

On March 11, MG announced its first 7-seat D segment SUV, the all-new MG S9 PHEV. It has a 1.5-litre turbo gasoline engine with a 24.7kWh battery offering an electric range of up to 62 miles. When the extra seats in the third row are folded away, the all-new MG S9 PHEV offers more than 1,000 litres of space. The all-

On March 7, SAIC-GM released a range of vehicle model and technology plans for the next three years in Shenzhen.
Products:
-          The Buick brand will introduce a Zhen Long Max variant of the Electra Encasa plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) MPV in the second half of 2026, with a new ultra-luxury variant and a next-g

On March 9, multiple sources reported that MG Motor Pakistan, backed by China’s SAIC Motor, has announced a USD 20 million investment to expand its vehicle manufacturing plant in Lahore. The expansion at the MG facility is aimed at increasing production capacity, introducing more advanced automotive technologies, and

On March 3, Allur announced the launch of production and sales of MG (Morris Garages) brand vehicles in Kazakhstan. An agreement on the development of MG and the localization of production was reached in 2025 at the Shanghai International Auto Show. Production is being organized at the Allur plant in Kostanay. It has

On March 2, SAIC-VW announced the recent roll-off of its first EA211 range extender. The product will debut in the ID. ERA 9X SUV, which will be available for pre-order at the end of the month.
Built on the EA211 1.5T EVO II turbocharged engine, the EA211 range extender features a variable-geometry turbocharger for r

On February 14, SAIC Motor Corporation Limited (SAIC Motor) announced on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) that SAIC Motor Financial Holdings Co., Ltd. (SAIC Financial Holdings), a wholly-owned subsidiary, plans to establish a private investment fund in Shanghai with several other institutions.
The initial subscribed

On February 23, IM Motors launched its IM5 and IM6 models in the United Arab Emirates and Tunisia. Both vehicles are equipped with the IM driver assistance system, jointly developed by IM Motors and Momenta.
The IM driver assistance system, powered by Momenta’s End-to-End Flywheel Big Model, is designed to work acros

On February 9, MG UK launched the new generation MG4 EV Urban, which is built on advanced front-wheel-drive E3 platform. The affordable, family-sized hatchback is available in Comfort and Premium versions.
MG4 EV Comfort model offers a 43kWh standard range battery or a 54kWh long range battery. Premium Long Range mod

On February 12, JSW MG Motor India unveiled the MG Majestor, positioning it as India’s first D+ segment SUV and its new flagship above existing D‑segment models. It is built on a 2.0‑litre twin‑turbo diesel engine paired with an 8‑speed automatic transmission in 2WD and advanced 4WD. The Majestor delivers a claimed 2

On February 7, SAIC-VW unveiled the specifications of the Tiguan L ePro midsize plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) SUV.
The “e” in the name stands for electric, evolution, and elegant. In addition to inheriting VW’s rigorous, precise exterior design language, the Tiguan L ePro incorporates more pure, elegant, and technol

On February 5, Zhiji Auto announced that it has launched electric vehicles IM5 (Zhiji L6 overseas version) and IM6 (Zhiji LS6 overseas version) in the UAE and Tunisia, respectively. In the UAE, it is planning a brand-new flagship showroom in Abu Dhabi after its flagship showroom in Dubai.  Mass deliveries of two new