Chery launches TIGGO7 and TIGGO8 in Poland, officially enters European market On June 30, Chery introduced two of its globally popular SUV models, the "Urban Champion Family SUV" TIGGO7 and the "5+2 Exclusive Intelligent SUV" TIGGO8, at a launch event in Poland, marking its official entry into the European market. Both models are available in internal combustion engine (ICE) and plug-in hybrid (PHV) versions. Chery also unveiled its self-develope...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

VW Elli reaches 900,000 chargers across Europe On July 1, Volkswagen Group announced that its subsidiary Volkswagen Group Charging GmbH (Elli) has expanded its public charging network to nearly 900,000 points in Europe. The chargers span across 28 European countries, including 80,000 high-power charging (HPC) stations. The move strengthens Elli’s position as one of Europe’s leading charging providers and comes with the launch of a new transpa...

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Chery starts accepting pre-orders for Fulwin A9L plug-in hybrid electric sedan On June 26, Chery started accepting pre-orders for the Fulwin A9L flagship plug-in hybrid electric sedan. The model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 159,900 to CNY 229,900. The Fulwin A9L measures 5,018mm long, 1,965mm wide, and 1,500mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,000mm. The Fulwin A9L is based on the E luxury high-performance hybrid platform...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

VW unveils eHybrid 4MOTION AWD PHEV system for Multivan and California On June 30, VW Commercial Vehicles announced that it has developed a new plug-in hybrid all-wheel drive system for the Multivan and California, called eHybrid 4MOTION. It uses one electric motor on each axle, offering electric driving, strong traction, and long-distance capability. There are four drive modes i.e., Eco, Comfort, Sport, and Individual. In Eco and Comfort, the re...

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BYD launches M9 minivan in Mexico On June 26, BYD announced the arrival of the M9 in Mexico, expanding its electrified vehicle lineup with a plug-in hybrid minivan, supporting the company’s national growth strategy within the electrification segment. The BYD M9 features BYD’s fifth-generation DM hybrid technology, combining a 1.5-liter gasoline engine with an electric motor to offer a combined range of 945 km, 95 km in pure electric mode, and...

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Fang Cheng Bao releases official images of Titanium 7 plug-in hybrid electric SUV On June 20, Fang Cheng Bao, a BYD sub-brand, released official images of the Titanium 7 plug-in hybrid electric SUV. According to the website of China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the Titanium 7 measures 4,999mm long, 1,995mm wide, and 1,865mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,920mm. The model comes standard with a panoramic sunroof and is e...

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Geely Galaxy holds global debut of Galaxy A7 plug-in hybrid electric sedan On June 19, Geely Galaxy held the global debut of the Galaxy A7 midsize plug-in hybrid electric sedan. Adopting the “Ripple Aesthetics” exterior design concept that incorporates traditional Chinese aesthetics with modern luxury technologies, the Galaxy A7 offers six exterior and three interior color options. The cockpit contains physical buttons, physical rotary knobs,...

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The all-new LEAF features a thoughtful and spacious cabin. The model for North American measures 4,405 long (for Japan: 4,360 mm, for Europe: 4,350 mm), 1,810 mm wide, and 1,557 mm high (Japan and Europe: 1,550 mm) with a wheelbase of 2,690 mm. Based on the CMF-EV platform, it adopts the new 3-in-1 powertrain with an integrated motor, inverter and reducer, which is 10% smaller than its predecessor. The new motor, paired with a new, high-rigidity ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

tures: LT7 twin-turbo V8: 1,064 hp and 828 lb-ft of torque sent to the rear wheels through an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. Front-axle motor: 186 hp and 145 lb-ft of torque GM-estimated 0-60: Under 2 seconds GM-estimated ¼ mile: Under 9 seconds There is no physical connection between the two power sources on ZR1X, and the electrified propulsion system does not require a plug-in as charging takes place through regenerative efforts from the ...

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phased business deployment at its 2025 Technology Day event. GAC Toyota unveiled a multi-path product lineup including the following content. -          The next-generation Highlander and Sienna will be available in range-extended electric (REEV) variants, with competitive high-performance plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) variants under development. -          The bZ series will be further expanded, and solid-state batteries will ...

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Ford unveils first Ranger PHEV in Europe with 43 km EV range On June 12, Ford Europe unveiled the new Ranger Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) — the first Ranger with a gasoline-electric hybrid system that works on-road and off-road. It comes in three versions: Stormtrak launch edition, the rugged Wildtrak, and the high-spec XLT.  The model comes with a five-seat Double Cab and a tough, practical load bed that fits a Euro pallet between the wheel arches. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/13

China’s installed drive battery capacity increases by 43.1% y/y in May On June 11, the China Automotive Power Battery Industry Innovation Alliance (CAPBIIA) released monthly drive battery data for May 2025. In May, China’s total installed drive battery capacity was 57.1GWh, registering a year-over-year (y/y) increase of 43.1%. Specifically, capacity of ternary batteries for vehicle equipment totaled 10.5GWh, accounting for 18.4% of the total ...

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Audi adds e-hybrids, plug-in hybrids to new Q5 model lineup On June 11, Audi announced that it is expanding its Q5 range with plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions of both the Q5 SUV and Q5 Sportback. These models join the existing MHEV versions and come with two system power output options i.e., 220 kW or 270 kW, offering an electric-only range of up to 100 km. The models feature Audi’s new E3 electronics architecture on the Premium Platform Combusti...

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megawatt flash charging lies in “adaptability to all scenarios”. Its pioneering “intelligent voltage boosting” technology enables EVs to be fully compatible with existing public fast charging stands, delivering a 45% shorter charging time than the industry level when charging with a single plug. Moreover, the proprietary “dual-plug charging” technology unlocks nearly double the charging power and a 70% shorter charging time than the ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/05

BYD launches SEAL 7 DM-i plug-in hybrid sedan across GCC regions On June 4, BYD announced that it has launched the new BYD SEAL 7 DM-i, a plug-in hybrid sedan, across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The model is now available in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, and Oman. The vehicle is also to be launched in Bahrain very soon. The vehicle, built on BYD’s DM-i 4.0 super hybrid technology, offers a combined power output of 270 ...

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GWM unveils next-gen intelligent super platform for all powertrains On May 22, Great Wall Motor (GWM) unveiled a next-generation intelligent super platform for all powertrains. Developed for mid-to-large-size and above luxury models, the platform is compatible with plug-in hybrid electric, battery electric, hydrogen energy, hybrid, and fuel powertrains. It comprises: a 2.0T super hybrid system, enabling 0 to 100km/h acceleration times of 4.4s and...

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GAC Trumpchi launches Xiangwang M8 Qiankun plug-in hybrid electric MPV On May 26, GAC Trumpchi announced the recent global launch of the Xiangwang M8 Qiankun plug-in hybrid electric MPV. The model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 359,900 to CNY 409,900. Adopting a Qilin-inspired exterior design language, the Xiangwang M8 Qiankun presents body lines that strike a perfect balance between strength and softness. The luxury...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

Toyota to revamp hybrid systems and adopt SiC power semiconductors for all-new Lexus ES Hybrid Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) will adopt a next-generation hybrid system for the all-new Lexus ES Hybrid, which is scheduled to be launched in Japan in the spring of 2026. The power control unit (PCU) designed to control electric current and voltage will have silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors to dramatically improving energy efficiency. The...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

Toyota to adopt Denso’s SiC power semiconductors for all-new RAV4 PHV Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) will adopt Denso Corporation (Denso)’s silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors for the all-new RAV4 plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHV). This is the first time Toyota has used SiC power semiconductors in a PHV. Toyota will also use SiC power semiconductors in hybrid vehicle (HV) variants of the all-new Lexus ES and other models. The benefit of ...

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Lynk & Co launches 08 PHEV midsize SUV in Europe On May 26, Lynk & Co announced the launch of the new Lynk & Co 08, its first plug-in hybrid midsize SUV in Europe. The 08 is available in two trim levels, Core and More, with prices starting from EUR 52,995 and EUR 56,995 respectively. The Lynk & Co 08 PHEV measures 4,820 mm in length, 1,915 mm in width, and 1,685 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,848 mm. The vehicle is powered by an in-line 4-cy...

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