Changan Auto licensed for testing of Level 4 Robotaxis On March 31, Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd. (Changan Auto) announced the recent acquisition of a Level 4 Robotaxi testing license. This makes Changan Auto an automaker fully qualified for actual testing of Level 4 autonomous driving in all scenarios. Changan Auto’s Level 4 Robotaxi features the Tianshu intelligent end-to-end large model. The iteration and optimization of Tianshu are...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

Chery Auto launches QQ3 electric sedan On March 30, Chery Auto launched the QQ3 small battery electric sedan. The vehicle model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 58,900 to CNY 78,900. The QQ3 measures 4,195mm long, 1,811mm wide, and 1,569mm or 1,573mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,700mm. The QQ3 features a rear-motor RWD layout. Powered by a single 58kW/90Nm or 90kW/115Nm permanent magnet synchronous motor and a 29.48kWh ...

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l-electric 2027 Subaru Getaway at the New York International Auto Show as its fourth electric vehicle in the company’s growing EV portfolio. The three-row 2027 Getaway features front and rear electric motors that deliver 420 hp combined. Standard Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive combined with 8.3 inches of ground clearance and X-MODE Dual-Mode System with Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud Modes, Grip Control, and Downhill Assist Control offer excep...

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NYIAS 2026: Subaru debuts 2027 Forester Wilderness Hybrid SUV On April 1, Subaru of America debuted the first-ever 2027 Forester Wilderness Hybrid as the newest addition to, and the most fuel efficient model of, the Subaru Wilderness lineup ahead of its U.S. market launch in late 2026. The Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid retains the same 9.3-inch ground clearance, X-MODE Dual Mode System, Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, upgraded suspension,...

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GAC Toyota launches bZ7 electric sedan On March 29, GAC Toyota launched the bZ7 mid-to-large-size battery electric sedan. The vehicle model is available in five variants, with prices ranging from CNY 169,800 to CNY 229,800. The bZ7 measures 5,130mm long, 1,965mm wide, and 1,506mm, 1,500mm, or 1,491mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,020mm. Powered by a single 207kW/320Nm permanent magnet synchronous motor and a 71.35kWh or 88.13kWh lithium-iron phosph...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

BMW introduces entry-level iX3 40 Neue Klasse SAV On March 31, BMW introduced the entry-level model BMW iX3 40, an all-electric Sports Activity Vehicle from its Neue Klasse lineup. BMW iX3 40 uses the new sixth-generation (Gen6) eDrive technology with 800-volt architecture. It has a rear-mounted electric motor which generates output of 320 hp and 500 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 5.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 200 km/h. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

VWCV unveils new generation Caddy Van with updated design On March 31, VW Commercial Vehicle revealed a new generation of the Caddy with an updated design. It features a new bumper, new exterior colors, and redesigned alloy wheels. The model will be built at the Poznan plant, Poland. VW Caddy comes in many versions, including van and passenger models with standard or long wheelbases (Maxi). Buyers can choose gasoline, diesel, or eHybrid engines. ...

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BYD achieves CNY 804 billion annual revenue in 2025, up 3.5% y/y On March 27, 2026, BYD issued its 2025 annual financial report. In 2025, BYD achieved an annual revenue of approximately CNY 803.965 billion, up 3.5% year-over-year (y/y); invested a total of approximately CNY 63.441 billion in R&D projects such as Blade Battery 2.0, FLASH Charging, Blade Battery safety protection technology, and the Haohan battery energy storage system, up 17.1% y/...

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Changan launches DEEPAL G318 hybrid SUV in Russia On March 27, CHANGAN started sales of the DEEPAL G318 hybrid SUV in Russia. The model is offered in two variants, with process starting at RUB 5,650,000. The DEEPAL G318 is powered by a hybrid system combining two electric motors with a 1.5-liter gasoline engine delivering a total output of 439 hp. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 6.3 seconds and offers a total driving range of over 1,000 k...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

BIMS 2026: Isuzu D-MAX EV launched in Thailand, locally assembled from THB 1,591,000 Announced on March 24, 2026, Isuzu Motors (Thailand) Co., Ltd. showcased 15 vehicles at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show. The display included 10 standard models, ranging from the D-MAX pickup to the MU-X SUV, alongside five customized vehicles. The company’s new mascot, YUU CHAN, was brought to life in 3D on a large LED screen. Among the highlights, t...

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Linde + Wiemann inaugurate new plant in Mexico On March 26, it was reported that Linde + Wiemann inaugurated a new production plant in San Luis Potosí, Mexico to meet the growing demand for advanced structural components in the automotive industry. The facility becomes part of the company’s global manufacturing network. The plant will begin operations by producing components for the BMW iX3, including parts for the Neue Klasse architecture, wi...

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BIMS 2026: BMW Thailand highlights iX3 50 xDrive M Sport, first Neue Klasse model Announced on March 23, 2026, BMW highlighted the iX3 50 xDrive M Sport at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS). This model is the first in BMW’s Neue Klasse lineup, reflecting the company’s focus on electric powertrains and advanced in-car technology. The all-electric Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) is priced from THB 3,599,000, including BSI (BMW Serv...

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Leapmotor launches A10 electric SUV On March 26, Leapmotor launched the A10 small battery electric SUV. The vehicle model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 65,800 to CNY 86,800. The A10 measures 4,270mm long, 1,810mm wide, and 1,635mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,605mm. The A10 features a front-motor FWD layout. Equipped with a single 70kW/150Nm or 90kW/150Nm permanent magnet synchronous motor and a 39.8kWh or 53kWh lithi...

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itong (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd. (Neolix), with participation of Zhongshan Public Transportation Group, SF Express Zhongshan Branch, and China Post. Related services span various areas, such as express logistics, last-mile delivery, and food delivery. -          Rino.ai deployed the R5 model, which measures 3.6m long, 1.4m wide, and 2.1m high, with a cargo space of 5.5 cubic meters, a load capacity of up to 800kg, and a range of 120k...

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Tesla estimates its Q1 deliveries at 365,645 units, down 12.6% from Q4 2025 On March 26, Tesla published its latest company-compiled delivery consensus of sell-side analysts as a preview to its actual Q1 2026 results. Tesla had done the same ahead of releasing actual Q4 2025 figures as a way of tempering analysts’ expectations before making its quarterly report public. The figures show Tesla Q1 2026 deliveries coming in at 365,645 units, down 1...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/28

Cadillac introduces RHD 2026 Lyriq-V in Japan On March 25, General Motors Japan Ltd. announced it will begin sales of the Cadillac Lyriq V, a high-performance model of the Cadillac Lyriq, as the brand seeks to expand in the Asian market.Pre-orders will be accepted for a limited time from March 25 until June 21 for a designated price (including tax) of JPY 18,900,000. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in early 2027. All Cadillac models imported to...

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CUPRA unveils eco-friendly 3D-knitted seats made from recycled ocean plastics On March 25, CUPRA unveiled the CUP Bucket seats for the Raval model, which are made using advanced 3D knitting technology. For the first time in the automotive industry, a seat cover is created as one seamless piece using 3D knitting technology. The process produces zero waste and uses recycled, recyclable materials made locally. The entire process is handled by a sing...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

FAW-Audi launches next-gen Audi A6L sedan On March 25, FAW-Audi launched the next-generation Audi A6L sedan. The vehicle model is available in one 3.0T and three 2.0T variants, with prices ranging from CNY 322,900 to CNY 435,900. The next-generation Audi A6L measures 5,142mm long, 1,874mm wide, and 1,464mm or 1,450mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,066mm. The next-generation Audi A6L is built on the PPC (Premium Platform Combustion) platform, with so...

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BIMS 2026: Chery Q compact EV now available for pre-booking in Thailand Announced on March 23, 2026, Chery Thailand presented its lineup at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS) under the “Chery Happiness Hub” theme. The spotlight was on the Chery Q, a compact electric vehicle tailored for city driving. Thailand marks the model’s first market outside China, where customers can now pre-book the vehicle ahead of its official launch...

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Dynamic Map Platform, Waseda University to conduct joint research on accurate virtual road networks On March 25, Dynamic Map Platform Co., Ltd. (DMP) announced that it has signed a joint research agreement with Waseda University to more accurately reproduce road networks in virtual environments. For vehicle model certification and evaluations on vehicles before their launch, exhaust gas performance is verified in Real Driving Emissions (RDE) test...

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