Ford launches Mustang Mach-E Premium EV and refreshed Ford Territory SUV in Philippines On August 8, 2025, Ford Philippines introduced its first BEV, the Mustang Mach-E Premium, priced at PHP 3,499,000. It features a 98.7-kWh (usable 88 kWh) battery delivering a 550 km range, dual motors with 394 hp and 678 Nm torque, and electronic AWD.  Classic Mustang styling blends with a spacious interior thanks to its underfloor battery and a drainable fro...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08

Hyundai holds Chinese debut of all-new Palisade Hybrid SUV On August 4, Hyundai held the Chinese debut of the all-new Palisade Hybrid mid-to-large-size SUV. Adopting a new exterior design language, the all-new Palisade Hybrid presents a steady, magnificent body stance and measures over 5m in body length. The cockpit is designed with the “Premium Living Space” concept to fully combine a technological sense with comfort. The all-new Palisade Hy...

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69,900. Positioned as a “luxury intelligent high-performance sedan”, the A5L Sportback inherits the classic exterior design elements of the A5 and offers three sporty front fascia options. It measures 4,903mm long, 1,883mm wide, and 1,447mm or 1,427mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,922mm. The PPC (Premium Platform Combustion)-based A5L Sportback has an FWD or Quattro intelligent 4WD layout. Equipped with a 5th-generation EA888 2.0T engine and a ...

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Audi Mexico introduces A5 Sedan to replace A4 On August 1, Audi México announced the launch of the all-new Audi A5 Sedan, which replaces the long-standing A4 after three decades of global presence. Built on the new Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) with E3 1.2 architecture, the A5 Sedan incorporates five high-performance computers (HPCs) that manage all systems, including powertrain, connectivity, and driver assistance. Two 2.0 TFSI engine optio...

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to enter the mid-to-high-end market. Build Aeolus into a “brand for intelligent family vehicles” and a key player in DFMC operations in markets outside of China. -          Product: By 2028, expand the product portfolio to 20 models and introduce lineups of mainstream technologies and premium models. The mainstream technology lineup targets young users, with focus on intelligence and quality. Developed with Huawei, the premium model...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/06

llion 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 SUV is available in three variants: the RWD Comfort and Luxury versions with a single motor delivering 135 kW and 220 Nm torque, and the AWD Premium variant with two motors producing a combined 205 kW and 385 Nm torque. Its battery capacities range from 49.9 kWh to 69.7 kWh, providing driv...

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y. The 400-acre plant features advanced, automated production lines and multiple workshops, including a body shop, paint shop, assembly shop, quality control center, and a logistics hub, along with an auxiliary cluster for local contractors expected to expand. Initially, the plant will assemble two premium electric SUVs—the VF 7 and VF 6—with a starting capacity of 50,000 vehicles per year, scalable up to 150,000 units. VinFast aims to achiev...

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g range of 385 km to 504 km and rapid DC charging capabilities, the ARIYA combines cutting-edge EV performance with a sleek, futuristic design. Inside, its “Timeless Japanese Futurism” aesthetic is reflected in a calming, lounge-like cabin featuring ambient lighting, a minimalist dashboard, and premium finishes. Drivers have a choice ranging from a 160-kW single-motor 2WD to a 600 Nm dual-motor AWD system, the latter offering a brisk 0–100k...

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support its growing customer base, IM Motors has opened over 60 experience centers nationwide. Built to tackle Australia’s vast landscapes and unique lifestyle, the IM5 and IM6 combine powerful performance with agile city driving and advanced driver-assistance features. Inside, these models offer premium luxury and comfort, enhanced by cutting-edge innovations such as the Digital Chassis, Intelligent Four-Wheel Steering, One-Touch AI Driving, a...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/01

1, 2025. However, tariff effects for the year remain uncertain due to ongoing talks. BMW has taken steps to reduce the impact of higher tariffs, which are expected to lower the Automotive segment’s EBIT margin by about 1.25 percentage points in 2025. Given the sustained demand for its attractive premium vehicles, the BMW Group is able to confirm its guidance for the year. The company expects slight sales growth, with a higher share of fully el...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/31

g price of the Model Y at INR5.99 million ($69,000) for the RWD variant and INR6.79 million ($79,000) for the Long Range RWD variant, which are significantly higher than their prices in other markets and nearly double those in the US. With these price points, Tesla India will position itself in the Premium segment, rather than the mass-market segment, as seen in the US and Europe. Meanwhile, BYD remains a direct competitor in India’s Premium ma...

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mooth, yet expressive body lines, as well as a low and wide stance that evokes a sense of dynamic driving. Moreover, this model is characterized by a number of unique design features such as the headlight design inspired by gliders, and the black chrome-plated front grille that express the sense of premium quality and sophistication, embodying what Honda pursues in its specialty cars. The interior of the all-new Prelude is designed to ensure a co...

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otive business will bring advanced expertise in the design and manufacturing of high-complexity structural components made from aluminum and magnesium– materials. The acquisition will also add capacity and technology in high-pressure die casting (HPDC), as well as expanded commercial reach across premium European and Chinese OEMs GF Casting Solutions is a division of the Swiss industrial company Georg Fischer (GF). The transaction includes the ...

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.5TD i-GT engine paired with a 7-speed DCT, delivering 133 kW and 290 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds (0.3 seconds quicker than its predecessor) while offering a 4.7% improvement in fuel efficiency. Prices start at MYR 89,800 (OTR Peninsular Malaysia), with Executive, Premium, and Flagship variants available. Special pricing is also offered for the first 10,000 bookings made by October 2025.  Since its 2020 debut, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/30

ique checkered pattern, giving it a bold and refined look. It comes with a high-tech LED headlights made from molded plastic, offering 50% lower energy use and 30% better illumination than halogen lights. The vehicle’s dashboard blends classic and modern design, using high-quality materials like premium wood textures and galvanized steel for a refined look. It features a large 15.6” 2.5K multimedia screen, a 10.3” digital instrument cluste...

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illion (OTR Jakarta) for the first 500 customers. Equipped with Nissan’s exclusive e-POWER system and dual-motor e-4ORCE AWD, the SUV delivers up to 338 PS, accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 7.2 seconds, and includes advanced features such as e-PEDAL 2.0, a 12.3-inch digital cluster and MID, and a premium 9-speaker BOSE audio system. Inside, the cabin offers Anti-Gravity seats and Tri-Zone climate control. The model is part of Nissan’s broader...

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with an emphasis on ride comfort, making them an appealing choice for many customers. Kia and Lexus are both scheduled to launch Midsize electric Sedans in 2027, while Audi is expected to launch an electric successor to the A3 in both Sedan and Hatchback variations. SUVs are already dominant in the Premium market, limiting the potential for growth through 2030. Nonetheless, our forecast anticipates that this bodystyle will expand from 43% in 2020...

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AVATR enters Singapore with launch of AVATR 11 EV; Limited-edition AVATR 012 on display On July 25, 2025, AVATR made its official debut in Singapore with the launch of the AVATR 11, priced from SGD 278,999. The brand also displayed the exclusive AVATR 012, limited to only 700 units worldwide, highlighting its commitment to premium electric mobility. AVATR is a premium intelligent EV brand under the Changan–CATL joint venture, with Huawei as a s...

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strategy and, to that end, has launched the Soueast division in Mexico, debuting with three models. S06 i-DM, a C segment hybrid SUV that offers a pure electric range of 114 km and a combined range of over 1,000 km on a full tank S07, a C segment SUV with a gasoline engine S09, an SUV aimed at the premium D segment, and available in a 7-seater version Company executives estimate that the Soueast brand will have 40 showrooms by the end of 2025, ...

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omy, followed by infotainment and interior, which each increased by 6 points. The APEAL Study asks owners to consider 37 attributes, ranging from the sense of comfort they feel when climbing into the driver's seat to their exhilaration when they step on the accelerator. Porsche ranked highest among premium brands for a second consecutive year, with a score of 890, followed by Land Rover (886) and BMW (881). The BMW X6 was the highest-ranking indi...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/26