On May 15, Toyota Motor Corp. announced that it will be expanding its BEV lineup in North America as it continues to address customer needs in each region. 
The new bZ Woodland will premiere at a new vehicle launch event hosted by Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) from May 19 to 21. The new bZ Woodland is scheduled t

On May 15, GMC announced new features for its upcoming 2026 HUMMER EV lineup, production of which will begin later this year at GM’s Factory ZERO Assembly Center in Detroit and Hamtramck, Michigan, home to the GMC HUMMER EV Pickup, HUMMER EV SUV and Sierra EV.
The 2026 HUMMER EV Pickup and SUV will be available at GM

On May 14, Avtovaz announced the expansion of the LADA Granta family with the introduction of the Granta Active Cross. It is equipped with an upgraded chassis. The ground clearance has been increased to 198 mm. The optimized body geometry (shortened overhangs and a smooth bottom without protruding elements) provides

On May 13, Avilon Automobile Group announced that it has been appointed the official dealer of the premium Chinese brand of hybrid cars and electric vehicles, Lixiang (part of the Li Auto Group). The official importer of these cars is Sinomach Auto. The first Lixiang models, hybrid SUVs Li6, Li7, and Li9, will go on

On May 15, Mitsubishi Motors South Africa launched the new facelifted Pajero Sport, featuring updated design, improved technology, and enhanced safety features, with price starting from ZAR 789,990.
The models feature Mitsubishi’s MIVEC 2.4-litre four-cylinder intercooled turbodiesel engine paired with an advanced ei

On May 14, PJSC KAMAZ showcased its high-tech K5 generation vehicles at the International Economic Forum held at the IEC "KAZAN EXPO" in Kazan. These products are now manufactured on a new sanction-resistant component base, with improved technical characteristics and consumer properties.
The company presented the KAM

On May 14, Cadillac Middle East announced the arrival of the 2025 Cadillac OPTIQ, the brand’s first all-electric SUV in the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait, and it will expand to additional markets later in the product lifecycle.
The vehicle is powered by a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system that produces 300 hp of m

On May 14, DS Automobiles introduced the N°4, a premium compact hatchback.
The N°4, the facelifted model of DS 4 receiving the new name based on the  'N°' naming strategy, has a 4.4-m overall length, 1.87-m width, and 1.47-m height, with a 2.67-m wheelbase.
It offers three electrified powertrains: a 100% electric E-T

On May 9, Geely announced the recent establishment of a joint lab for “New Energy + AI” with DP Technology. For the first time, the two companies have introduced the “AI + molecular simulation” technology system in the field of biomedicine into the R&D of power batteries.
The joint lab focuses on the three areas of c

On May 9, Geely Galaxy launched the Xingyao 8 mid-to-large-size plug-in hybrid electric sedan. The model is available in seven variants, with prices ranging from CNY 115,800 to CNY 155,800.
Adopting the “Ripple Aesthetics” exterior design concept, the Xingyao 8 offers six body and two interior color options and featu

On May 13, Renault announced that it will launch a new SUV that will complete its E-Tech Hybrid portfolio.
Colombia will be the first country in the region to receive the model.
More details of the vehicle are expected to be released soon.
(Renault Colombia on May 13, 2025)

Announced on May 9, 2025, iCAUR, a new off-road NEV brand from Chery and SmartMi Tech, made its official ASEAN debut at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025. Following its global launch at Auto Shanghai 2025.
Leading the lineup is the iCAUR 03, offered in 2 variants. The 2WD version delivers 135 kW and 220 Nm with a 65.7 kWh L

On May 14, Jeep announced that the Avenger SUV will be produced and sold in Brazil starting in 2026.
This marks a milestone in celebration of the brand’s 10 years of local manufacturing and over 1 million SUVs sold since 2015. The Avenger will join the Renegade, Compass, and Commander, all produced in Brazil, strengt

On May 14, Toyota announced the all-new 2026 Toyota C-HR Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), an all-new model in its electrified lineup. Built on Toyota’s e-TNGA platform with a coupe-like SUV profile, the 2026 C-HR is expected to arrive at U.S. Toyota dealerships in 2026.
Developed from a compact BEV concept Toyota firs

Announced on May 8, 2025, PT Honda Prospect Motor has officially launched the new Honda Civic RS e:HEV in Indonesia, priced at IDR 699 million (Jakarta OTR price for first ownership in 2025).
The Civic RS e:HEV features a hybrid system that combines a 2.0L Atkinson-cycle petrol engine with a powerful electric motor w

On May 13, 2025, VinFast officially launched the EC Van, marking the first electric vehicle to join the cargo truck segment in Vietnam. Priced at VND 285 million (battery included), the EC Van is tailored for businesses needing a compact, efficient solution for short-distance freight transport.
The VinFast EC Van (sh

On May 13, 2025, KG Mobility (KGM) announced the signing of a Head of Agreement (HOA) with PT Pindad, Indonesia’s state-owned defense company, to enhance collaboration on KD supply of the Rexton SUV and future joint vehicle development.
The agreement, signed on May 8 at Pindad’s HQ in Bandung, outlines cooperation on

Announced on May 12, Wuling has captured widespread attention at the Malaysia Auto Show (MAS 2025) with the first public preview of the Wuling Bingo in Malaysia and the showcase of Wuling’s concept car, the "Light of ASEAN."
As the brand’s first EV introduced to the Malaysian market, the Bingo represents a significan

On May 13, Kia Corporation showcased its new PV5 Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) at the Financial Times’ Future of the Car Summit in London.
Developed in partnership with UK-based Motability Operations Ltd., the electric WAV (eWAV) is part of Kia’s broader Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) initiative aimed at enhanci

On May 13, Toyota announced its 2026 bZ Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). For model year 2026, the model makes advancements in range, output, charging performance, restyled exterior with front-end design changes to fascia and lighting, and slimmer dash board inside. The model also receives a name change, switching from