JPJ data shows Malaysia’s Top EV brands and models in April 2026 Reported on May 11, 2026, Malaysian Road Transport Department (JPJ) data showed Proton keeping its position as the leading EV brand in April 2026, registering 2,408 units. It remained ahead of BYD (1,413), iCaur (547), Zeekr (357), and Tesla (172). The rest of the top 10 included Xpeng (150), Leapmotor (108), MG (92), TQ Wuling (91), and MINI (81), while the remaining top 20 compr...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/15

ril, up 3 y/y and accounting for 93% (91.9% last month and 90.9% for the same period last year) of the total volume. These manufacturers were: BYD (314,100 units), Geely (135,591 units), Chery (93,043 units), Tesla China (79,478 units), Leapmotor (71,387 units), Changan Auto (46,758 units), SAIC-GM-Wuling (43,990 units), SAIC Motor Passenger Vehicle (43,139 units), GAC Aion (38,034 units), Xiaomi Auto (36,702 units), Dongfeng Motor Corporation (3...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

up 72.7% to 7,160 units with a 8.9% market share. Mitsubishi was up 36.7% to 5,183 units with a 6.4% market share. BYD was up 32.3% to 4,625 units with a 5.7% market share. Jaecoo sold 3,219 units with 4.0% market share, while Geely’s sales increased by 966.3% to 1,738 units (2.2% market share). Wuling was up to 27.7% to 1,584 units with 2.0% market share, while Chery was down 29.8% to 1,137 units with 1.4% market share. 2026 January- April sa...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/12

uawei Smart Selection model, brands including AITO (Seres), Luxeed (Chery), Xiangjie (BAIC), Zunjie (JAC) and Shangjie (SAIC) are fully dominated by Huawei in product definition, core technology R&D, channel construction and brand marketing. Under the Qiankun HI Plus empowerment model, Huajing (SGM Wuling), Qijing (GAC) and Yijing (Dongfeng) retain only nominal brand autonomy, relying entirely on Huawei for core intelligent driving and cockpit te...

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SGMW launches Huajing S plug-in hybrid electric SUV developed with Huawei On May 8, SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) launched the Huajing S, a large plug-in hybrid electric SUV developed with Huawei. The model is available in one 4WD and three FWD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 159,800 to CNY 203,800. The Huajing S measures 5,235mm long, 1,999mm wide, and 1,800mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,105mm. The Huajing S features a 105kW/220Nm 1.5T engine. Th...

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Auto China 2026: SGMW debuts, starts accepting blind pre-orders for Xingguang L plug-in hybrid electric SUV On April 24, at the Auto China 2026, SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) debuted and started accepting blind pre-orders for the Xingguang L plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The Xingguang L, the first large 6-seater SUV model of the Xingguang lineup, measures 4,980mm long, 1,930mm wide, and 1,760mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,950mm. Powered by a 37.9kWh 3C fa...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

SAIC-GM-Wuling to enter Saudi Arabia with Saudi United Automotive Group On April 24, multiple sources reported that SAIC-GM-Wuling has signed an agreement with Saudi United Automotive Group. SAIC-GM-Wuling will use UMG’s sales and service network to enter Saudi Arabia, bringing in small electric vehicles and versatile commercial vehicles suited to local needs. Based on multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/04

SMAN AUTO, in Uzbekistan. They will invest USD 120 million over the next five years. The project initially involves establishing a semi-knocked-down (SKD) assembly line at the Asaka Motors plant, followed by a transition to completely knocked-down (CKD) production. Asman Auto will distribute MG and Wuling car brands in Uzbekistan.  The first phase will see the opening of 10 dealership centers in Tashkent, Namangan, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Andija...

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Auto China 2026: SGMW and Huawei Qiankun deepen strategic cooperation, showcasing Huajing S SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) announced on April 24 that it officially signed a comprehensive deepening strategic cooperation agreement with Huawei Qiankun at Auto China 2026. The partnership evolves from previous technical collaboration in "Three Intelligences" (intelligent manufacturing, assisted driving, and intelligent cockpit) toward a more in-depth cooperati...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/28

Wuling Eksion officially launched in Indonesia with BEV and PHEV options On April 22, 2026, Wuling Motors Indonesia officially held the grand launch of the Wuling Eksion, a new 7-seater SUV offered with both BEV and PHEV powertrain options. Following its earlier introduction at IIMS 2026, the model now enters the market with full specifications and introductory pricing announced for the first 2,000 customers. For the EV lineup, the CE variant is ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/23

CATL, SGMW to promote collaboration on supporting power batteries, battery swapping networks Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) signed an agreement on strategic cooperation on industry upscaling, battery swapping for both passenger and commercial vehicles, expansion outside of China, and ecosystem synergy with SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) in Ningde, Fujian. Under the agreement, more than 15 of SGMW’s New Energy Vehicle (NEV) models will ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/16

SGMW debuts Xingguang L plug-in hybrid electric SUV On April 10, SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) debuted the Xingguang L large 6-seater plug-in hybrid electric SUV, which is set for exhibition at the Auto China 2026 event on April 24. The Xingguang L measures 4,980mm long, 1,930mm wide, and 1,760mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,950mm and a “2+2+2” seating layout. With a Chinese exterior design language, the Xingguang L presents a magnificent yet simple a...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/15

he board for most manufacturers, Jaecoo continued its strong performance, overtaking BYD to rise to 6th place. Jaecoo sold 3,035 units with a 5.0% market share, while BYD’s sales decreased by 8.2% to 2,941 units (4.8% market share). Geely was up 579.0% to 1,195 units with 2.0% market share, while Wuling was down 42.1% to 1,020 units with 1.7% market share. Chery’s sales decreased by 45.6% to 995 units (1.6% market share). 2026 January- March ...

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ume. These manufacturers were: BYD (295,693 units), Geely (127,319 units), Tesla China (85,670 units), Changan Auto (75,754 units), Chery (64,014 units), Leapmotor (50,029 units), Li Auto (41,053 units), GAC Aion (40,733 units), Dongfeng Motor Corporation (36,604 units), NIO (35,486 units), SAIC-GM-Wuling (34,662 units), SAIC Motor Passenger Vehicle (34,360 units), XPeng (27,415 units), Great Wall Motor (21,857 units), Xiaomi EV (21,440 units), S...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/10

SGMW-Huawei Huajing brand debuts Huajing S SUV set for launch in H1 2026 On April 7, Huajing, a cooperative brand between SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) and Huawei, debuted the Huajing S large 6-seater flagship SUV set for launch in the first half (H1) of 2026. Equipped with an SGMW proprietary power system and an intelligent part-time 4WD system, the Huajing S delivers a combined power of 386kW, a peak torque of 620Nm, a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time in...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/09

SGMW, Guangxi’s Baise City partner for regional synergy in aluminum industry On April 2, SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) conducted exchanges on matters, such as deepening the regional synergy in the aluminum industry and promoting the in-depth integration between the automobile and aluminum processing industries, with Guangxi’s Baise City. SGMW will support Baise City’s aluminum industry in enhancing its precision and deep processing capabilities and...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/08

nterest rates low in anticipation of the Banco de Mexico’s policy rate cut implemented. Momentum among Chinese automakers such as MG and Geely was particularly notable within the top 10 rankings. Amid an upcoming review of customs agreements, recent reports have highlighted discussions by SAIC GM Wuling regarding potential vehicle production in Mexico, along with announcements of new plant openings by major global auto parts suppliers. The entr...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/07

dership in the local EV market (by brand) in March 2026, registering 2,377 units. It was comfortably ahead of BYD (879), Tesla (338), iCaur (257), and Zeekr (177). The rest of the top 10 included MG (112), Volvo (90), Xpeng (72), BMW (67), and Leapmotor (60), while the remaining top 20 comprised TQ Wuling (49), Honda (34), Denza (27), MINI (26), Great Wall Motor (26), Dongfeng (23), Mercedes-Benz (19), smart (18), Porsche (14), and Neta (13). By ...

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p in January in Detroit that he is open to Chinese OEMs building U.S. factories.  The concern has grown recently as reports have surfaced about Stellantis talking to its Chinese partner about building Leapmotor EVs at the currently idled Brampton Assembly Plant in Canada, as well as GM’s SAIC-GM-Wuling joint venture being in talks to build Chinese-designed vehicles in Mexico. Currently, high barriers already exist for Chinese autos in the U.S....

News  Updated at: 2026/04/07

GM’s joint venture in China seeks to build vehicles in Mexico General Motors and its Chinese joint venture, SAIC-GM-Wuling, are reported to be in advanced talks to manufacture vehicles in Mexico. The move comes amid shifting trade policies, as Mexico raised tariffs on Chinese imports to 50% in January. The joint venture already ships approximately 130,000 Chinese-built Chevrolet Aveo, Groove, and Tornado vans annually to Mexico, but adding loca...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/03