Auto sales in Vietnam up 7.9% in April According to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) report issued on May 12, automobile sales (including imported vehicles of non-VAMA manufactures' sales) in Vietnam were up 7.9% year-over-year to 31,937 units in April. CKD volume was 13,924 units and CBU volume was 18,013 units. VAMA members (20 manufacturers) sales in April were up 5.6% y/y to 24,479 units. VAMA members passenger car sale...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/14

Thailand-assembled JAECOO 5 EV MAX+ to begin deliveries in May, targeting 6,000 units by June Announced on May 11, 2026, the JAECOO 5 EV remained Thailand’s top EV by vehicle registrations for six consecutive months, from November 2025 to April 2026, underscoring strong market demand.  The company said all imported (CBU) JAECOO 5 EV units have been fully delivered following robust customer response. Omoda & Jaecoo Thailand is now preparing to ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/12

Malaysia revises rules for CBU electric vehicle imports effective July 1 Announced on May 6, 2026, Malaysia’s imports of fully assembled electric vehicles (CBU EVs) under the Franchise AP scheme will be subject to 2 main conditions from July 1, including a minimum Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) value of RM200,000 and a revised motor output threshold of 180 kW, down from 200 kW. The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) said the f...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

BMW Group India launches M440i xDrive convertible On May 4, 2026, BMW Group India launched the all-new M440i xDrive Convertible for INR 10.9 million, available as a Completely Built-Up (CBU) unit. It is powered by the B58 inline 3-litre 6-cylinder engine producing 374 hp and 500 Nm of torque, paired with a 48V mild hybrid setup and an 8-speed Steptronic Sport transmission, the car sprints from 0–100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and has a top speed of 25...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/04

GAIKINDO shares Indonesia Q1 2026 export overview: Toyota leads CBU shipments On April 12, 2026, the Association of Indonesian Automotive Industries (GAIKINDO) released an infographic outlining Indonesia’s automotive export performance for January–March 2026.Based on this infographic and monthly statistics published by GAIKINDO, Toyota topped both the CBU and component export segments, while Mitsubishi Motors led the CKD segment. Following a ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/16

Auto sales in Vietnam up 21.9% in March According to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) report issued on April 10, automobile sales (including imported vehicles of non-VAMA manufactures' sales) in Vietnam were up 21.9% year-over-year to 38,704 units in March. CKD volume was 15,693 units and CBU volume was 23,011 units. VAMA members (20 manufacturers) sales in March were up 20.2% y/y to 31,351 units. VAMA members passenger car...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/13

W allows 10–80% in around 30 minutes. Built on the IMV ladder-frame with a de Dion rear suspension, it offers a towing capacity of 1.6 tons and a payload of 750 kg. The Hilux BEV also features Toyota Safety Sense 3, and Level 2 semi-autonomous driving features. The 2026 Toyota Urban Cruiser EV, a CBU import from India and a rebadged Suzuki eVitara, starts at MYR 198,000. It is powered by a single front motor delivering 174 PS (128 kW) and 193 N...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/07

BMW India launches M2 CS in India at INR 16.6 million On March 18, 2026, BMW India launched the new M2 CS for INR 16.66 million, to be sold as a CBU in limited numbers. The M2 CS uses an upgraded 3.0‑litre S58 inline-six with M TwinPower Turbo, producing 390 kW and 650 Nm, enabling 0–100 km/h in 3.8 seconds and a 302 km/h top speed, with an 8‑speed M Steptronic and rear-wheel drive. ​Compared to the standard M2, it is 30 kg lighter and 50...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

Omoda C9 PHEV launched in Malaysia with initial CBU units, followed by CKD models from Shah Alam On March 18, 2026, the Omoda C9 PHEV was launched in Malaysia, priced at MYR 208,800 (OTR, excluding insurance). The model arrived as a limited 50 fully imported (CBU) units, followed by locally assembled (CKD) production units in Shah Alam. The C9 PHEV uses a Super Hybrid System with a 3-speed dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT), allowing the engine ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

Auto sales in Vietnam down 10.8% in February According to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) report issued on March 10, automobile sales (including imported vehicles of non-VAMA manufactures' sales) in Vietnam were down 10.8% year-over-year to 19,278 units in February. CKD volume was 9,220 units and CBU volume was 10,058 units. VAMA members (20 manufacturers) sales in February were down 8.8% y/y to 15,665 units. VAMA members ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

-up as we have seen in 2019. Today we cannot offer an electric mid-size SUV, we are enjoying great sales for an ICE GLC, it leads the pack, but we will launch in the middle of this year the long-wheel base electric GLC. A2: [Olla Kälenius] A segment where we have been enjoying good business is the CBU (completely build-up) imports of the GLE. This vehicle will turn local this year, with a specific Chinese version of the vehicle. This is importan...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/20

e, with production likely from 2027 at the earliest. The effort will leverage Geely’s investment in Tanjung Malim’s Automotive Hi-Tech Valley and existing facilities linked to Proton. This move comes as Malaysia’s tax-free window for fully imported EVs ends and a MYR 250,000 minimum price for CBU models is enforced, making local assembly crucial to maintain competitive pricing and narrow the cost gap between imports and CKD units. In additi...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/16

the Staria MPV into local assembly at Sime Motors’ Inokom plant in Kulim, Kedah. HMY also teased a B-segment MPV scheduled for Q4 2026, widely expected to be the Hyundai Stargazer. The company has yet to confirm whether the model will be locally assembled from launch or introduced initially as a CBU import. Alongside its product expansion, HMY plans to grow its dealership network from 12 to 25 outlets in 2026, underscoring its long-term commit...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/13

Auto sales in Vietnam up 95.2% in January According to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) report issued on February 11, automobile sales (including imported vehicles of non-VAMA manufactures' sales) in Vietnam were up 95.2% year-over-year to 36,875 units in January. CKD volume was 18,034 units and CBU volume was 18,841 units. VAMA members (20 manufacturers) sales in January were up 89.9% y/y to 29,774 units. VAMA members pass...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

cted to feature hybrid powertrains with DHT120 transmissions, with the trio set to replace the PIES range (Persona, Iriz, Exora, and old Saga). Proton is also advancing its Global Modular Architecture (GMA) for electrified models, which will underpin five eMas PHEV and BEV models. In the shift from CBU to CKD, the eMas 7 CKD is already in production at Tanjung Malim, and the eMas 5 is slated to be the next locally assembled EV. Meanwhile, mid-cyc...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/04

oyota has set its 2026 domestic sales target at 243,000 vehicles, up 6.0% YoY, representing a 38.6% market share. Passenger car sales are projected at 80,550 units (down 2.0% YoY), while commercial vehicle sales are expected to rise 10.0% YoY to 162,450 units. On the export side, Toyota anticipates CBU exports of 425,000 units, a 19% increase over 2025, driven by stronger demand in Asia and the Middle East. The company also plans a total producti...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/02

cle sales totaled 147,780 units, down 3.7% YoY, though it remained the segment leader with a 38.7% market share. The Hilux lineup remained central to performance, with the launch of the Hilux TRAVO lifting Toyota’s pickup share to a record 48.7% since the start of the IMV program. Toyota’s 2025 CBU exports increased by 6% YoY to 358,135 units, while total vehicle production (for both domestic sales and exports) rose 5% YoY to 564,933 units. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/02

on in 2026.  Vehicle production is expected to reach 1.5 million units in 2026, up 3.05% from 1,455,569 units recorded in 2025. Of the 2026 total, 950,000 units are expected for export, while 550,000 units are projected for the domestic market. Motorcycle production is projected at about 2 million CBU units, a 1.37% rise from 1,972,902 CBU units recorded in 2025. Production for export in 2026 is forecasted at 400,000 units, while production for ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/28

PRO-NET opens bookings for Proton e.MAS 7 PHEV On January 13, 2026, Proton New Energy Technology Sdn Bhd (PRO-NET) officially opened bookings for the all-new Proton e.MAS 7 PHEV, its first PHEV and Malaysia’s first "dual-powered EV". This followed a 25-hour total livestream drive, covering over 1,100 km from Penang to Johor Bahru. The China-imported (CBU) vehicle’s price is expected to range from MYR 110,000 to MYR 130,000. It features inte...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/16

Auto sales in Vietnam up 49.0% in December, full year 2025 up 10.5% to 375,736 units According to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) report issued on January 13, automobile sales (including imported vehicles of non-VAMA manufactures' sales) in Vietnam were up 49.0% year-over-year to 47,067 units in December. CKD volume was 23,826 units and CBU volume was 23,241 units. 2025 annual sales were up 10.5% to 375,736 units. CKD volu...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/14