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

OMODA South Africa unveils C5 Style X with dual-clutch transmission On May 6, OMODA South Africa unveiled C5 Style X, which is part of C5 lineup, sitting alongside the Elegance X and Lux X models. The model uses a 1.5-litre turbo gasoline engine with a dual-clutch transmission (DCT), which generates output of 115 kW and 230 Nm of torque. With the new gearbox, acceleration has improved, reaching 0–100 km/h in about 9 seconds. Fuel efficiency is ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

utomobile assemblers locally and internationally. Its products include Body in White (see photo 2), floor parts, cross members, chassis frame components, washer systems (photo 3), and trim pillars (photo 4). The company generated THB 26,167 million in sales for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, with its OEM Auto Parts Manufacturing segment contributing 70% of total sales. Q1. How does AAPICO view the increase of EVs and the expansion of Ch...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/30

Omoda confirms Omoda 4 SUV for Argentina in H2 2026 On April 27, it was reported that Omoda confirmed that its new Omoda 4 SUV will enter the Argentine market in the second half of 2026, as part of its broader international expansion strategy. The model was unveiled during the Chery International Business Summit, held alongside the Beijing Auto Show 2026, highlighting the brand’s rapid growth and ambition to scale from one million cumulative sa...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/30

OMODA & JAECOO to enter Kazakhstan in partnership with Astana Motors, discuss localization On April 27, OMODA & JAECOO signed a partnership agreement with Astana Motors, Kazakhstan's largest automotive distributor. Astana Motors will provide comprehensive support for OMODA & JAECOO's rapid entry into Kazakhstan. Both sides also committed to deeper strategic cooperation, including plans to build a localized automobile manufacturing plant in Kazakh...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/29

ehicle market showed activity across the BEV, PHEV, and HEV segments among CAMPI-TMA member brands (BYD is not a member). Notably, VinFast led the BEV segment. In the BEV segment (2,289 units), VinFast recorded 1,171 units, accounting for roughly half of total sales. It was followed by Tesla (469), Omoda & Jaecoo (213), MG (109), Changan (75), BMW (66), and Toyota (55). Other contributors included Jetour (27), Ford (25), Mercedes-Benz (22), Kia (...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/22

OMODA launches C5 SHS Hybrid in South Africa On April 8, OMODA South Africa introduced the new C5 SHS, a hybrid variant of its best-selling C5 range. The C5 SHS is the first conventional hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) from the brand. The vehicle is powered by a turbocharged 1.5-litre gasoline engine paired with an electric motor, producing a combined 165 kW of power and 295 Nm of torque. It can accelerate from 0–100 kmph in 7.9 seconds and has ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/08

BIMS 2026: Vehicle bookings surge 71.8% YoY to 132,951 units, Chinese brands dominate top 10 Announced on April 6, 2026, the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show (47th BIMS) ended on a strong performance, recording total bookings of 132,951 vehicles and 2,056 motorcycles, while attracting 1,798,312 visitors over the course of the event. Vehicle bookings alone marked a strong 71.8% increase from the 77,379 units recorded at BIMS 2025. According t...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/07

ity, allowing drivers to locate chargers via Petal Maps and complete in-car QR code payments. Both companies also signed an MoU to build a localized “vehicle–network–charger–payment” ecosystem in Thailand.  HMS for Car also demonstrated tailored services for partner models. For Chery’s Omoda & Jaecoo models, including the Jaecoo 6 EV and Jaecoo 6T EV, it offers service area planning, battery monitoring, and lane-level guidance, with ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

Omoda & Jaecoo Manufacturing Thailand Rayong plant opening now set for April 20 Announced on March 26, 2026, OMODA & JAECOO Thailand and Chery Thailand will officially open their manufacturing facility in Rayong, Thailand on April 20, 2026, following a brief postponement from February due to executive scheduling.  The plant will produce vehicles and batteries for new energy vehicles (NEVs), with KD model deliveries starting in April. Over the n...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

47th Bangkok Motor Show adopts “The Iconic Synchronicity” theme with global lineup From March 25 to April 5, 2026, Thailand's 47th Bangkok International Motor Show (47th BIMS) will be held under the theme “The Iconic Synchronicity” (Press Day/VIP Day: March 23 for vehicle brands and March 24 for motorcycle brands). International automotive brands participating in the show include Chinese marques such as NIO (including Firefly), Zeekr, XPe...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

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

Chery to open Paris R&D center for OMODA and JAECOO vehicles in Europe On March 5, Chery Group announced the upcoming opening of a new R&D center in Paris, focused on developing future urban vehicles for its OMODA and JAECOO brands in the B-segment for the French and broader European market. The Paris center will serve as a design hub for the next generation of OMODA and JAECOO cars tailored for Europe. The vehicles will be designed specifically ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

Jaecoo J5 2WD SUV launched in Malaysia Announced on March 5, 2026, Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia unveiled the Jaecoo J5, a compact premium crossover in the B-segment marketed as the brand’s “Urban Explorer.” In Malaysia, the front-wheel-drive Jaecoo J5 2WD starts from RM108,000. Dimensionally, the crossover measures (LWH) 4,380x 1,860x 1,650 mm, with a wheelbase of 2,620 mm. The model is equipped with a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/09

Chery postpones Omoda & Jaecoo Thailand plant opening ceremony at short notice Reported on February 26, 2026, the opening ceremony of Chery’s Omoda & Jaecoo Manufacturing (Thailand) plant in Rayong was abruptly postponed. Guests were notified late the previous evening, less than 24 hours before the event. No new date has been announced. In an official statement, Omoda & Jaecoo (Thailand) Co., Ltd. said the postponement was due to unforeseen cir...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/26

OMODA&JAECOO UAE launches flagship JAECOO J8 SHS On February 6, OMODA&JAECOO UAE launched its flagship performance Super Hybrid SUV, the JAECOO J8 SHS (Super Hybrid System), at an exclusive Super Hybrid Night in Dubai. It offers a long driving range of up to 1,300 KM. It gives an output of 600HP, peak torque of 915Nm, an AWD drivetrain, and acceleration from 0–100 km/h in just 5.8 seconds. OMODA&JAECOO UAE also presented the broader Super Hybri...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/09

Chery launches LEPAS brand in UK On February 4, Mr. Ray Wang, Managing Director of LEPAS UK, confirmed that LEPAS is the fourth Chery International brand to launch in the UK. The company’s UK expansion has progressed rapidly, from the launch of OMODA & JAECOO to building strong market momentum and achieving a 5.3% group market share within just 18 months. LEPAS is expected to further strengthen the group’s presence by adding a new brand to UK...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/05

OMODA South Africa to launch hybrid C5 SHS in March 2026 On February 5, OMODA South Africa announced plans to introduce the C5 SHS in March 2026, expand its C5 lineup in the region. The C5 SHS is powered by a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor, producing a total output of 165 kW and 310 Nm of torque. It can accelerate from 0–100 kmph in 7.9 seconds. The hybrid system is supported by a 1.83 kWh LFP batte...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/05

Jaecoo J5 HEV set to launch in the Philippines, joining OJPH’s NEV lineup Reported on January 28, 2026, Omoda & Jaecoo Motor Philippines Inc. (OJPH) unveiled plans to introduce the Jaecoo J5 HEV in the Philippines. This will be OJPH’s first HEV model, complementing its existing local lineup of pure internal combustion, PHEV, and BEV models. The Jaecoo J5 has demonstrated strong regional momentum in ASEAN, achieving over 10,000 orders in its f...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/03

OMODA UK introduces full-hybrid model OMODA 5 SHS-H On January 21, OMODA UK introduced its first full-hybrid model, the OMODA 5 SHS-H. Its price starts from GBP 25,740. The model will be available through OMODA&JAECOO UK’s nationwide dealer network from March 2026. The OMODA 5 SHS-H delivers a combined power output of up to 150 kW, front-wheel-drive performance, and optimised efficiency. Equipped with a 1.5-litre turbo gasoline engine, 1.83 kWh...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/21