Omoda & Jaecoo eyes BEV exports as Thai factory opens in Q4 2025 Reported on September 30, 2025, Omoda & Jaecoo (Thailand), a subsidiary of Chinese automaker Chery Automobile, celebrated its first anniversary in the Thai market. The company is exploring BEV exports from its Rayong factory to take advantage of government incentives. This follows the National EV Policy Committee’s July decision to relax BEV production requirements for companies i...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/01

GlobalData blog: GlobalData visits IAA Mobility 2025 The IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich kept me more than busy and entertained for the three days I attended last week. I spent ample time visiting the public stands that were integrated into the city center, as well as a whole day in the more traditional exhibition setting of the Messe München. One welcome surprise is that the “Open Space” exhibition had a huge array of models on display, despite...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/22

JPJ shows Malaysia’s most registered EVs by model in Jan–Aug 2025, Chinese brands make up majority Reported on September 12, 2025, the Malaysian Road Transport Department (JPJ) has released data on the top 20 electric vehicle (EV) models registered in Malaysia during the first eight months of 2025. Leading the top 10 was the Proton e.MAS 7 with 5,455 units registered, followed by the BYD Sealion 7 (2,472 units), BYD Atto 3 (2,363 units), and ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/18

New Chery O5 SUV launches in Malaysia, formerly known as Omoda 5 On September 10, 2025, the Chery O5 compact crossover SUV was officially launched in Malaysia, priced from MYR 116,800. It showcases Chery’s latest design language with a Pixel Diamond Front Grille and X-shaped front bumper, complemented by arrow-shaped LED daytime running lights with sequential turn signals. Measuring 4,400x 1,830x 1,588 mm (LWH) with a 2,630 mm wheelbase, the O5...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/12

y announced plans to invest in its own plant in Indonesia. Act II: The Rise In 2022, Hyundai’s new plant came online, starting with the production of the Creta SUV (Q1 2022) and Stargazer MPV (Q3 2022). The automaker’s sales surged, rocketing from 3.16k units in 2021 to 32.0k units in 2022 and 35.5k units in 2023. In addition, the Indonesian government’s Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) incentive policy supported Hyundai in producing the IONI...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

OMODA and JAECOO to debut J5 and reveal C7 at 2025 Festival of Motoring On August 27, OMODA and JAECOO announced that they will have a joint presence at the 2025 Festival of Motoring. The showcase will feature the debut of the JAECOO J5, and the official reveal of the OMODA C7, ahead of its market launch in October 2025. OMODA and JAECOO brands aim to create not just car launches, but lifestyle experiences that connect with people in South Afric...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/28

All-new Jaecoo 5 EV launched in Thailand On August 19, 2025, the all-new Jaecoo 5 EV was officially launched in Thailand. Available in two variants, Long Range Dynamic and Long Range Max, the model is offered at special early-bird prices starting from THB 549,000 and THB 599,000 respectively. Designed to handle both urban roads and light off-road conditions, the Jaecoo 5 EV combines practicality with performance. The SUV measures 4,380 mm in leng...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/20

Jameel Motors to distribute Chery Group brand OMODA and JAECOO in Iraq On August 11, Jameel Motors announced that it has been appointed as the official distributor of OMODA and JAECOO, the automotive brand under the Chery Group umbrella, in Iraq. Jameel Motors won the distribution agreement through a competitive process involving both local and international companies. This marks a new market entry for Jameel Motors and OMODA & JAECOO, where they...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/11

Nishat-Chery launches electric SUVs Jaecco J6 and Omoda E5 in Pakistan On August 1, NextGen Auto, a joint venture between Nishat and Chery, launched two all-electric SUVs in the Pakistani market: the Jaecco J6 and the Omoda E5. The Jaecco J6 is priced between PKR 8.79 million and 10.79 million and features an electric motor producing 204 HP and 370 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds and has a top speed of 170 km/h. The SU...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

Chery’s Omoda & Jaecoo to ramp up investment in Thailand amid industry slowdown Reported on July 22, 2025, Omoda & Jaecoo, a subsidiary of Chery Automobile, plans to ramp up its investment in Thailand despite a slow automotive market and strict lending conditions. The company previously announced a THB 5-billion investment to establish a BEV plant in Rayong, with operations slated to begin in Q4. Instead of cutting back, it will raise its marke...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/22

Jaecoo J8 SUV launched in Malaysia with FWD and AWD choices, locally assembled On July 18, 2025, the Jaecoo J8 three-row D-segment SUV was officially launched in Malaysia. Locally built in Shah Alam, the SUV is priced from MYR 178,800 for the base 5-seater 2WD (FWD) model, while the range-topping 6-seater AWD variant comes in at MYR 198,800. Powering the J8 is Chery’s 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, which produces 249 PS an...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/21

star rating due to poor head protection for rear passengers in the full-width crash test. Ford has since improved the rear restraint system, and the vehicle’s rating has been upgraded to four stars. Additionally, Euro NCAP also tested five new models, which included the Polestar 4, Lynk & Co 02, OMODA 9, ZEEKR 7X, and MG P9 EV. All the models achieved 5-star ratings, with Polestar 4 standing out for occupant protection, scoring 92% for adult s...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

BYD Atto 2 electric SUV launched in Vietnam On July 4, 2025, BYD officially launched the all-electric Atto 2 SUV in Vietnam, priced from VND 669 million. Positioned in the B-segment, it sits between the Atto 3 and Dolphin in size, targeting urban drivers.  Built on BYD’s e-Platform 3.0, it features the Dragon Face design with sleek LED lighting and a sporty rear spoiler. Powered by a 174 hp front-mounted electric motor and a 45.12 kWh Blade ba...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/07

Mexican vehicle sales down 5.9% in June 2025 On July 2, Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia (INEGI) reported sales of 116,062 light vehicles in June, representing a decrease of 5.9% from the 123,391 sales in June 2024. Nissan sold 21,153 units in June, remaining with no changes in comparison to the previous year. Overall Volkswagen Group sales of 13,194 units in June decreased 5.0% from the same month in 2024. General Motors ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

Omoda & Jaecoo inaugurates parts distribution center in Brazil On June 30, it was reported that Chinese automaker Omoda & Jaecoo inaugurated its new parts distribution center in Cajamar, São Paulo, as part of its strategy to solidify its presence in Brazil. The operation, managed by logistics company DSV, began with 600 m² and is already expanding to 1,500 m² with BRL 30 million in inventory for its Omoda E5 and Jaecoo 7 models. By year-end, t...

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Omoda & Jaecoo to introduce new models in Brazil in 2025 On June 12, it was reported that Omoda & Jaecoo will expand their vehicle lineup in Brazil with the importation of two new models: the Omoda 5 HEV and the Omoda 7 SHS. This move comes less than two months after the company began selling its first vehicles in the country. Both models were unveiled at the Interlagos Festival in São Paulo and are expected to go on sale in the fourth quarter o...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/14

Mexican vehicle sales down 0.4% in May 2025 On June 4, Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia (INEGI) reported sales of 119,959 light vehicles in May, representing a decrease of 0.4% from the 120,452 sales in May 2024. Nissan sold 22,573 units in May, an increase of 8.4% from the previous year. Overall Volkswagen Group sales of 12,618 units in May decreased 10.2% from the same month in 2024. General Motors sold 15,604 units, a d...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/05

OMODA and JAECOO to launch C9 PHEV in South Africa On May 28, OMODA and JAECOO announced that they will expand their lineup with the launch of a new C9 PHEV, a plug-in hybrid version of the flagship C9 range in South Africa. The C9 PHEV is powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged gasoline engine paired with four electric motors, producing a combined output of 440 kW and 915 Nm of torque. It features a 34.5 kWh battery pack that provides an all-electr...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

JAECOO to launch J7 SHS plug-in hybrid SUV in South Africa On May 22, JAECOO announced the upcoming launch of the J7 SHS, a plug-in hybrid variant of the J7 SUV, in the South African market. The vehicle is scheduled to launch in June 2025, making it the second JAECOO-branded model to debut in the region. The vehicle is powered by a turbocharged 1.5-litre gasoline engine and an electric motor, paired with a dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT). It ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23

JAECOO 7 SHS PHEV arrives in Thailand, deliveries from May 2025 Announced on May 23, 2025, OMODA & JAECOO (Thailand) has confirmed that the JAECOO 7 SHS plug-in hybrid SUV is ready for the Thai market, with the first batch already in the country and deliveries set to begin by May 2025. The JAECOO 7 SHS, featuring advanced Super Hybrid System (SHS) technology, boasts a combined driving range of up to 1,300 km (based on NEDC standards). In Thailand...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23