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Chery has commenced pre-sales of the QQ3 EV, offering four variants with 310km and 420km ranges priced between 68,920 and 89,985 yuan. The battery-electric city car adopts a "smart roundness" design language with a closed grille and distinctive Q-shaped LED headlamps across six colour options. Technology highlights include the AI Lingxi intelligent cockpit, Carmind AI agent and Falcon 500 advanced driver assistance system, demonstrating Chery's strategy to democratise smart EV features in the entry-level segment.

Spy shots of the domestically-produced Mercedes-Benz C-Class battery electric vehicle have emerged, revealing the model is built on the 800V MB.EA dedicated electric architecture with a planned year-end launch. Compared to the international variant, the domestic version features extended C-pillar and rear quarter window modifications to enlarge rear window dimensions and improve rear passenger space, while maintaining identical front and rear fascia designs. The global debut is scheduled for April.

Toyota Motor North America announced a $1 billion investment in its Kentucky and Indiana manufacturing facilities to address diverse U.S. customer demands. The investment forms part of the company's previously announced $10 billion five-year U.S. capital commitment. This initiative reinforces Toyota's "best-in-town" strategy emphasizing localized production, community engagement, and multi-pathway product diversification. Toyota currently operates 11 U.S. manufacturing plants, employing approximately 50,000 team members and having produced over 35 million vehicles domestically.

The Geely EX5 Thailand variant debuts at the 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show featuring a new 70.26 kWh battery pack, extending NEDC-rated range to 550 km (approximately 460 km WLTP) from the previous 490 km. DC fast charging capability remains at 100 kW with 30-80% charging completed in 20 minutes, while power output stays at 218 PS and 320 Nm. The larger capacity unit is expected to eventually equip the Proton eMas 7 Premium, which currently offers 49.52 kWh (Prime, 345 km WLTP) and 60.22 kWh (Premium, 410 km WLTP) options in local CKD assembly. A kitted-up EX5 with styling accessories is also on display.

Ford has strategically unified its Ford Pro commercial vehicle operations across South America and Mexico into a single Latin America structure, enhancing synergies through complementary product portfolios and streamlined service for logistics and e-commerce fleet customers. The integration aims to sustain Ford Pro's regional growth momentum since its 2021 Uruguay Transit production launch, now accounting for 20% of Ford's South American sales. In 2025, Ford Pro Brazil achieved 9,000 registrations (30% YoY growth, outperforming the industry's 2.9%), while total South American sales reached 28,000 units, securing a 9% segment share with Ranger and Transit lineups.

The Toyota FJ has officially launched in Thailand, featuring a rugged, boxy design paying homage to the FJ Cruiser with C-shaped DRLs, optional retro round lights and an octagonal side-opening tailgate with external spare wheel. The interior adopts the Hilux Champ theme with a 7-inch instrument panel, 12.3-inch touchscreen and military-style MOLLE panels in the cargo area. Power comes from a 2TR-FE 2.7-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder producing 166 PS and 245 Nm, paired with a six-speed automatic and part-time 4WD with low range. Enhanced body rigidity and extensive off-road testing ensure authentic all-terrain capability.