On April 24, smart showcased its full premium lineup at Auto Beijing 2026, China. This includes the debut of the Concept #2 and its first all-new midsize fastback sedan, the smart #6 EHD, along with the smart #1, #3, and #5 models.
The car measures 4,906 mm long, 1,922 mm wide, 1,508 high, with a wheelbase of 2,926 m

On April 23, it was reported that Lotus will enter the Brazilian market as the fifth brand from Geely Group in the country, following earlier reports that the automaker plans to introduce its brand Lynk & Co SUV to the market in 2026.
The brand will be imported and operated by LTS Brasil, an independent company led b

On April 23, the Austrian Society of Automotive Engineers (OVK) announced the opening of the 47th International Vienna Motor Symposium. The event will discuss the latest developments in propulsion technologies across the spectrum of vehicle types, such as cars and commercial vehicles, as well as other modes of transp

On April 22, Smart introduced a new phase for the brand at its global event in Beijing, showing the Concept #2 and the new #6 EHD, its first premium fastback sedan, that will be launched mainly for China.
Concept #2 is the first look at the future electric smart #2. It is designed by Mercedes-Benz with a modern style

On April 22, Volvo Cars started production of the new, fully electric Volvo EX60, with customer deliveries starting in early summer. It is built at Volvo Cars’ manufacturing plant in Torslanda, just outside the company’s headquarters in Gothenburg, Sweden. Last month, Volvo Cars already announced it is increasing its

On April 21, Farizon launched the all-new Farizon V7E at the Commercial Vehicle Show. The van is being launched in the UK by Jameel Motors alongside the larger Farizon SV electric van. Prices start at GBP 28,000. It is manufactured at Farizon’s Shangrao production base in China. 
It offers a 6.95 cubic meter cargo ca

On April 20, Geely announced that it will introduce the new Geely Coolray crossover in Russia. It is built on a modern modular architecture developed jointly by Chinese and European engineers. This advanced platform allows the car to offer excellent driving characteristics, including maneuverability, handling, and a

On the evening of April 17, Zeekr, a Geely sub-brand, held a launch event in Ningbo, China, for the new plug-in hybrid SUV 8X. A total of four variants were introduced, with prices ranging from CNY 356,800 to CNY 500,800.
Gan Jiayue, CEO of Geely Auto Group, Chen Qi, CEO of Qianli Technology, and Lin Jie, General Man

Reported on April 22, 2026, UAAGI Auto Group recorded 803 reservations at the 2026 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), reflecting strong demand across its BAIC, Chery, Foton, Jetour, Lynk & Co, and Radar lineup, particularly for electrified vehicles, in the Philippines.
Highlights included the launch of BAIC’s B40

On April 17, BelGee CJSC announced the configuration of the new BelGee X50+ subcompact crossover for the Belarusian market. The vehicle will be available in three trim levels: Comfort, Luxury, and Flagship.  It is built on a modern modular platform developed specifically for compact cars (BMA). 
It features an energy

On April 20, smart revealed the first design sketches and details of the Concept #2, a compact two-seater city car and smart #6 EHD, first premium fastback sedan.
The concepts will be officially shown at the smart Global Brand Event on April 22, 2026, in Beijing, followed by their appearance at Auto Beijing 2026. Bot

On April 20, Horse Powertrain announced that it will unveil a new “all-in-one” hybrid system called the X-Range C15 Direct Drive at the Beijing Auto Show 2026, China. The compact unit combines a 4-cylinder engine, transmission, electric motors, and power electronics into one housing. It is designed to fit on the rear

Reported on April 20, 2026, the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) announced that it has approved two EV assembly investments in Q1 2026. The approvals form part of a broader USD 2.5 billion investment pipeline cleared between January and March.
One project comes from ZDG Assembly Co., Ltd., which will inv

On April 15, Smart announced that it has entered Costa Rica, marking its first move into Central America. The Smart #1 and Smart #3 are set to launch there in late April 2026. The company is partnering with Kaufmann Group and its local representative AutoStar Costa Rica, continuing its global expansion.
Costa Rica is

On April 15, Horse Powertrain announced that it has deployed the Siemens Inspekto Visual Inspection system at its Skovde engine production plant through its Aurobay Technologies division. Powered by artificial intelligence (AI), it automates quality checks at the engine inspection station.
Engines are delivered to an

On April 14, Geely Auto announced the introduction of the E2 (known as the Galaxy Xingyuan in China), a compact all-electric hatchback, in South Africa. The model will be offered in two variants, with prices starting from ZAR 339,900.
The Geely E2 measures 4,135 mm in length, 1,805 mm in width, 1,580 mm in height, an

On April 13, Geely Auto unveiled the i-HEV next-generation AI hybrid technology. Reaching mass production upon launch, the technology will be first equipped in several top-selling Geely models, including the Preface, the Monjaro, the 4th-generation Starray, and the 5th-generation Emgrand, in 2026. The i-HEV variants

A joint innovation laboratory between Unisoc (Shanghai) Technologies Co., Ltd. (Unisoc) and Geely Auto was inaugurated in Ningbo. According to the two companies, the laboratory, centering on the needs of the automotive industry for transformation towards electrification, intelligentization, and connectivity, will wor

On April 9, Farizon Auto announced that it will unveil its new V7E medium electric van at 2026 Commercial Vehicle Show.
The V7E will be available with two battery options, providing better range than similar rivals. Like the larger SV, the V7E also comes with advanced convenience, safety, and connectivity features.

On April 8, Salvador Caetano Auto announced a strategic partnership with Geely Auto, under which Salvador Caetano Auto will serve as the official distributor of the Geely brand in Portugal.
Under the partnership, Geely Auto will leverage the local expertise of Salvador Caetano Auto to strengthen its presence in Port