On October 15, Leapmotor International entered the South African market with its first model i.e., C10 REEV SUV. The brand is a joint venture between Leapmotor and Stellantis, is expanding globally across Europe, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and now South Africa.
Leapmotor C10 REEV runs primarily as an electric ve

On October 14, Stellantis MEA unveiled the new Jeep Commander, a seven-seater D-segment SUV in the Middle East region.
Jeep Commander comes with 2.0-litre turbo gasoline engine, which generates output of 272 hp and 400 Nm of torque, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission and a capable 4x4 system.
It includes fe

On October 9, GM presented the new refreshed and revised 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, which will begin shipping to U.S. customers in early 2026 as a limited run model. The vehicle measures 4,307 mm in length, 1,770 mm in width, 1,622 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,675 mm.
While the 2027 Bolt has a familiar shape,

On October 8, Chevrolet Argentina announced the start of pre-sales for the new 2026 Captiva PHEV, marking the debut of the brand’s first plug-in hybrid SUV in South America.
The Captiva PHEV 2026 combines a 1.5-liter three-cylinder gasoline engine with a 20.5-kWh lithium-iron-phosphate battery, delivering a total out

On September 10, iCAR, a Chery sub-brand, released official images of the V27 mid-to-large-size range-extended electric SUV.
According to China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the V27 measures 4,909mm or 5,055mm long, 1,976mm wide, and 1,855mm or 1,894mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,910mm. Th

On September 12, Kuraray Co., Ltd. announced that its Trosifol SkyViera interlayer for ambient light has been selected for use in the panoramic sunroofs of the BE 6 and XEV 9e electric vehicle models from Mahindra & Mahindra Limited.
Kuraray’s Trosifol SkyViera interlayer film adds both design and lighting features t

On September 8, Gentex Corporation presented automotive features that enhance driving comfort and safety at IAA Mobility 2025. It also highlighted technologies from its partners, including automotive thermal sensing from ADASKY, and wireless power and data transfer from Solace.
Gentex’s dimmable sun visors fold down

On September 6, at the Chengdu Motor Show (CDMS) 2025, Changan Auto unveiled the Nevo Q05 EV small SUV.
The Nevo Q05 EV measures 4,435mm long, 1,855mm wide, and 1,600mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,735mm, a 1.83-square-meter panoramic sunroof, and a 540L rear trunk.
The Nevo Q05 EV is equipped with a 120kW motor and a

On September 3, 2025, Maruti Suzuki India launched the all-new Victoris SUV. The Victoris is available with three powertrains: a 1.5L K-Series gasoline engine with Smart Hybrid technology, a 1.5L strong hybrid (e-CVT) system with EV mode, and a factory-fitted S-CNG option.
The 1.5L gasoline engine for Smart Hybrid va

On July 24, it was reported that JAC México, assembled and commercialized by Giant Motors Latinoamérica, launched the new Dual e-drive family of plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) designed for the Mexican market.
The lineup debuts with two models built in Ciudad Sahagún, Hidalgo: the JAC 6 PHEV compact SUV and the Travel

On August 28, Subaru launched the all-new 2025 Subaru Forester in Southern Africa, marking the debut of the sixth-generation model with a sharper design, advanced safety features, and enhanced versatility.
The new Forester is equipped with Subaru’s 2.5-litre BOXER engine, delivering 136kW of power and 247Nm of torqu

On August 22, Ambilight, a leader in smart glass technology, announced its partnership with NIO, the premium smart electric vehicle company. The all-new NIO ES8, a full-size flagship SUV, incorporates Ambilight’s Electrochromic (EC) Smart Dimming Side Windows as part of its advanced design.
The technology adjusts lig

On August 15, it was reported that Taiwanese company HCMF inaugurated a new plant in the Santa María Industrial Park in Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila, with an investment of USD 16 million.
The facility will produce solar and sliding roofs for the automotive industry, adhering to international quality standards. The project

On August 8, Geely Galaxy announced the launch of the Galaxy A7 midsize plug-in hybrid electric sedan. It offers an EV-only range of 70km or 150km. It is available in seven variants, with prices ranging from CNY 81,800 to CNY 117,800. 
The Galaxy A7 adopts the “Ripple Aesthetics” exterior design concept that incorpor

On July 29, Exeed, a Chery sub-brand, released official images of the Sterra E05 range-extended electric SUV.
According to China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the Sterra E05 measures 4,780mm long, 1,890mm wide, and 1,725mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,800mm. The model is powered by a 115kW

On July 21, JSW MG Motor India launched the MG M9 – The Presidential Limousine via MG Select at an introductory ex-showroom price of INR 6.99 million. The vehicle is powered by a 90-kWh NMC battery offering a range of 548 km and delivers 245 PS of power and 350 Nm of torque. It supports fast charging from 30% to 80%

On July 17, GMC announced that the 2026 Acadia is the latest vehicle in GMC’s lineup of trucks and SUVs to receive the ultra-premium Denali Ultimate trim, further expanding customer choice within the portfolio. 
The 2026 Acadia is produced at Lansing Delta Township Assembly with a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine offeri

On July 15, 2025, the Hyundai Santa Fe mid-size SUV was officially launched in Thailand, available in two HEV variants: Exclusive and Prestige, with prices starting from THB 1.599 million.
This bold, boxy, 3-row, 6-seater SUV is designed to redefine spaciousness and comfort. Its distinctive silhouette is highlighted

On July 17, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation unveiled the all-new Destinator, a three-row midsize SUV in Indonesia. The Destinator will be showcased at the 32nd GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show, which takes place from July 24 to August 3, with sales to begin on July 24.
The new model will be the third global s