VinFast, India opens bookings for VF MPV 7 On April 2, 2026, VinFast opened bookings for the VF MPV 7, a seven-seat electric MPV, through its website and 50 dealerships across India, with pricing and official launch set for April 15, 2026. The VF MPV 7 measures 4,740 x 1,872 x 1,734 mm with a 2,840 mm wheelbase and is equipped with a 60.13 kWh battery offering a claimed range of 500-plus km, with fast charging from 10% to 70% in approximately 30...

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Mercedes-Benz completes winter testing of AMG GT 4-Door Coupé in Sweden On April 2, Mercedes-Benz completed final winter tests of its AMG GT 4-Door Coupé model in Northern Sweden before its world premiere. Engineers tested the car on frozen lakes and snowy roads to check traction, power distribution, and control. Snow and ice testing helps engineers safely push the car to its limits and fine-tune its systems. During these tests, the AMG Race En...

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Geely Auto launches Azkarra REV SUV On March 31, Geely Auto launched the Azkarra REV (range-extended vehicle) SUV. The vehicle model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 107,900 to CNY 120,900. The Azkarra REV adopts a streamlined fastback design and measures 4,680mm long, 1,892mm wide, and 1,650mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,778mm. The Azkarra REV features an FWD layout. Equipped with a super range-extending system that c...

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U.S. auto sales fall 11.8% in March amid elevated vehicle prices and weakening demand The number of new vehicles sold in the U.S. in March 2026 (preliminary figures including estimates for GM/Stellantis/Tesla, etc.), aggregated by MarkLines as of April 2, totaled 1,405,817 units, down 11.8% year over year. March had 25 selling days, one fewer than a year earlier. Seasonally adjusted at annual rates (SAAR, millions/year)  *March data will be upda...

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All-new Toyota RAV4 HEV and Urban Cruiser BEV launched in Philippines Announced on April 1, 2026, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) concluded its “Go Beyond Zero” event, held March 25–29 in Muntinlupa City, where visitors experienced three electrified models: the RAV4 HEV, Urban Cruiser BEV, and bZ4X BEV. The event’s main highlights were TMP’s two newest electrified models. The RAV4 HEV, starting at PHP 2,183,000, is available in LTD and A...

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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...

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Chery Auto launches QQ3 electric hatchback On March 30, Chery Auto launched the QQ3 small battery electric hatchback. 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...

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Suzuki presents Across Hybrid in Chile On March 29, Suzuki Chile presented the New Across Hybrid in the country, expanding its electrified SUV portfolio with a B-segment model equipped with the SHVS (Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki) mild-hybrid system. The vehicle is powered by a four-cylinder engine producing 101 hp and 136.8 Nm of torque, paired with a 12V lithium-ion battery and integrated starter generator. It is available with a five-speed ma...

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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...

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BIMS 2026: New Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ electric officially launched in Thailand; locally assembled Announced on March 27, 2026, Mercedes-Benz highlighted the official launch of the CLA 250+ electric in Thailand at the Bangkok International Motor Show 2026. Locally assembled, the model is priced from THB 2,290,000. Measuring 4,723 x 1,855 x 1,468 mm (LWH, including mirrors), the CLA 250+ electric features a 4-door, 5-seat configuration. The CLA 250...

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BYD launches Song Ultra EV electric SUV On March 27, BYD launched the Song Ultra EV midsize battery electric SUV. The vehicle model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 151,900 to CNY 179,900. The Song Ultra EV measures 4,850mm long, 1,910mm wide, and 1,670mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,840mm. The Song Ultra EV features a rear-motor RWD layout. Powered by a single 240kW/305Nm or 270kW/305Nm permanent magnet synchronous moto...

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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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Turing succeeds in VLA model-based autonomous driving on public roads for first time in Japan Turing Inc. (Turing), a developer of autonomous driving systems based in Ota Ward, Tokyo, announced that it has successfully conducted public-road testing of autonomous vehicles using a Vision-Language-Action (VLA) model, a form of physical AI. This marks the first public-road trial in Japan using a VLA model. The VLA model integrates visual information ...

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First Geely EX5 EM-i plug-in hybrid SUV units arrive in Brazil On March 30, Geely announced the arrival of the first units of its EX5 EM-i plug-in hybrid SUV in Brazil. The initial batch of the Geely EX5 EM-i arrived at the Port of Paranaguá ahead of its official launch. The model, first presented at the São Paulo Motor Show in November 2025, will initially be imported, with local production planned for the second half of the year at the Ayrton...

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TVS Motors, India, launches Apache RTR 310 motorcycle in Morocco On March 28, 2026, TVS Motor Company launched the Apache RTR 310 motorcycle in Morocco, marking the model's first entry into Africa and positioning TVS in the country's 01–350cc premium motorcycle segment. The Apache RTR 310 is powered by a 312.2cc reverse-inclined DOHC engine producing 35.6 PS at 9,700 rpm and 28.7 Nm at 6,650 rpm. Based on the TVS Motor Company press release...

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Skoda unveils new Peaq Electric SUV with over 600 km of range On March 23, Skoda Auto unveiled the new fully electric Peaq SUV in camouflaged version, inspired by the Vision 7S concept. It will be built on the MEB platform and produced in Mlada Boleslav, Czech Republic. The model is available with three powertrain options: 60, 90, and 90x, which generate outputs from 150 kW to 220 kW. The 90 and 90x versions offer over 600 km of range and can cha...

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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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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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First functional driverless logistics vehicles in Zhongshan, Guangdong start operating On March 24, the Guangdong authorities announced that Zhongshan’s first functional driverless logistics vehicles started operating on four local demonstration routes with a mileage totaling 22.4km. For this demonstration operation project, the vehicles are from three Level 4 autonomous driving companies, namely, White Rhino Zhida (Beijing) Tech Co., Ltd. (Rin...

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