On May 14, Toyota announced the all-new 2026 Toyota C-HR Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), an all-new model in its electrified lineup. Built on Toyota’s e-TNGA platform with a coupe-like SUV profile, the 2026 C-HR is expected to arrive at U.S. Toyota dealerships in 2026.
Developed from a compact BEV concept Toyota firs

Announced on May 8, 2025, PT Honda Prospect Motor has officially launched the new Honda Civic RS e:HEV in Indonesia, priced at IDR 699 million (Jakarta OTR price for first ownership in 2025).
The Civic RS e:HEV features a hybrid system that combines a 2.0L Atkinson-cycle petrol engine with a powerful electric motor w

On May 13, 2025, VinFast officially launched the EC Van, marking the first electric vehicle to join the cargo truck segment in Vietnam. Priced at VND 285 million (battery included), the EC Van is tailored for businesses needing a compact, efficient solution for short-distance freight transport.
The VinFast EC Van (sh

On May 13, 2025, KG Mobility (KGM) announced the signing of a Head of Agreement (HOA) with PT Pindad, Indonesia’s state-owned defense company, to enhance collaboration on KD supply of the Rexton SUV and future joint vehicle development.
The agreement, signed on May 8 at Pindad’s HQ in Bandung, outlines cooperation on

Announced on May 12, Wuling has captured widespread attention at the Malaysia Auto Show (MAS 2025) with the first public preview of the Wuling Bingo in Malaysia and the showcase of Wuling’s concept car, the "Light of ASEAN."
As the brand’s first EV introduced to the Malaysian market, the Bingo represents a significan

On May 13, Kia Corporation showcased its new PV5 Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) at the Financial Times’ Future of the Car Summit in London.
Developed in partnership with UK-based Motability Operations Ltd., the electric WAV (eWAV) is part of Kia’s broader Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) initiative aimed at enhanci

On May 13, Toyota announced its 2026 bZ Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). For model year 2026, the model makes advancements in range, output, charging performance, restyled exterior with front-end design changes to fascia and lighting, and slimmer dash board inside. The model also receives a name change, switching from

On May 12, GM presented the all-new Cadillac Vistiq all-new three-row electric SUV, which arrives at dealers with new Super Cruise enhancements, including integration with Google Maps, an expansive 33-inch diagonal touchscreen, and a custom-tuned 23-speaker AKG Studio sound system. 
Built at GM’s Spring Hill plant, V

On May 12, Tata Motors announced the facelift of the Tata Altroz hatchback. The latest model features design changes including reprofiled body lines, a 3D front grille, flush door handles, luminate LED headlamps, and LED tail lamps with connected elements. The interior sees structural revisions with the addition of a

On May 13, Mitsubishi Motors Europe announced the launch of a new all-electric C-segment SUV, the 'Eclipse Cross' in September 2025 in Europe, with deliveries starting in late 2025.
The new Eclipse Cross BEV is designed by Mitsubishi Motors Europe Design in Germany and will be built at Ampere’s Electricity facility i

On May 8, GAC International launched its new energy models, Hyptec HT, Aion ES, and flagship electric supercar Hyptec SSR, in the Middle East market during an event at the Dubai Expo Exhibition Center.
The new models will cover a wide price range across luxury, family, and high-performance segments, filling the gap i

On May 8, BYD launched the Sealion 07 DM-i midsize plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The model is available in one 4WD and two FWD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 169,800 to CNY 205,800.
Adopting the Ocean Aesthetics exterior design concept, the Sealion 07 DM-i presents a trendy, dynamic body stance. It measures 4,

Reported on May 9, 2025, Hyundai Motor Philippines is reportedly preparing to introduce the all-new Accent to the local market, as revealed in a recent certification document from the Land Transportation Office (LTO). 
The filing, which classifies the vehicle as M1, outlines specifications consistent with the latest-

On May 6, Rivian CEO R.J. Scaringe said that validation production of Rivian’s brand-new, all-electric R2 crossover is underway at the company’s plant in Normal, Illinois. In a post shared to X/Twitter, Scaringe confirmed that "validation builds" of the R2 have reached Rivian's production line ahead of the mid-sized

On May 10, Kia Lucky Motors Corporation (LMC) launched the fourth-generation Kia Sorento, a three-row SUV, in three variants: the 3.5L V6 FWD priced at PKR 13.5 million, the 1.6L Turbo Hybrid FWD at PKR 14.7 million, and the 1.6L Turbo Hybrid AWD at PKR 16 million. Bookings for the vehicle commenced on May 11, 2025.

On May 6, multiple sources reported that GAC will launch GAC S7 in Russia. It is built on the new modular platform EV+. The dimensions of the car are 4900 mm in length, 1950 mm in width and 1780 mm in height.  It has a 1.5-liter turbo engine combined with one or two electric motors. It generates 160 hp power and 220

On May 12, Doğan Trend Otomotiv, official distributor of MAXUS brand, launched the diesel models DELIVER 7 and DELIVER 9 vans in Turkiye.
The Deliver 7 van measures 5,372 mm in length, 2,030 mm in width, and 2,420 mm in height. It is powered by a 2.0L turbo diesel engine that delivers 146 hp of maximum power and 375

On May 7, Beijing Hyundai held the global debut of the Elexio, its first SUV to be based on a battery electric platform, in Shanghai.
The Elexio, a Hyundai battery electric model for the Chinese market, integrates modern aesthetics, cutting-edge technologies, and high quality. As a variation of the word “electric”, t

On May 5, it was reported that the new JAC JS8 Pro SUV is now on sale in Argentina.
This three-row, 7-passenger D-segment vehicle is being imported from China and marketed by Grupo Socma, featuring a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine producing 182 hp and 300 Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automa