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Dongfeng Forthing Yacht PHEV officially launched with two variants - Luxury and Premium, priced at 154,900 yuan and 159,900 yuan respectively. Positioned as a mid-size MPV, it features a 1.5T engine-motor hybrid system with 92km WLTC pure electric range. The exterior retains the fuel version's spindle-shaped grille design, measuring 4850/1900/1740mm with a 2900mm wheelbase. Interior includes an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster and 14.6-inch touchscreen, with power-adjustable, heated and ventilated seats in the first two rows. High-trim models feature L2 driver assistance with adaptive cruise control, lane centering, and automatic lane change assist.

The Geely Haoyue L receives its second facelift in China, introducing a new 1.5L BHE15 turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 181 PS and 290 Nm, mated to a seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission. Exterior revisions include a redesigned grille and bumper with chrome accents, while range-topping models feature new 20-inch alloy wheels. The infotainment system now runs Flyme Auto OS. This refresh will likely debut in Malaysia as the facelifted Proton X90 next year, replacing the existing three-cylinder engines and dropping the 48-volt mild hybrid system.

The EXEED ET5 mid-size SUV will begin pre-sales on November 13. Featuring a closed grille and split LED headlamps, it measures 4780/1890/1725mm with a 2800mm wheelbase. The cabin includes a digital instrument cluster, passenger display, and floating central touchscreen. As the first model with Horizon HSD ADAS and Journey 6P chipset, it integrates a roof-mounted LiDAR with multi-sensor fusion. Powertrain combines a 1.5T range extender with 165km pure electric range.

Porsche has opened its tenth Charging Lounge in Himmelkron, Upper Franconia, expanding its European fast-charging network to 10 locations. The new site along the A9 motorway features six 400 kW charging points and a modern lounge area. Through Porsche Charging Service, customers access over 95,000 fast-charging points across 27 European countries. The brand concurrently revised its Charging Service Plus tariffs, extending free AC charging parking time to 14 hours. A Taycan charges 10-80% in 18 minutes, a Macan in 21 minutes, while the upcoming Cayenne Electric will require under 16 minutes.

Forthing, a Dongfeng Motor Group sub-brand founded in 2001, will enter Malaysia in December via distributor Wide Premium. The GATE expo showcased the Forthing Friday REEV SUV with a 1.5L range extender, 163PS electric motor and 31.9kWh battery, plus a pure EV variant (204PS, 64.4kWh). The U-Tour V9 PHEV seven-seater MPV features a 1.5T turbocharged engine paired with an electric motor. The Friday is priced around RM130,000.

Perodua's first EV concept reveals key details, featuring a 52.5 kWh LFP battery from CATL with 400-410 km range. Positioned as a B-segment SUV similar to Toyota C-HR, it delivers 0-100 km/h in 6-7 seconds and 160 km/h top speed, reaching Proton eMas 7 performance level. The vehicle supports 7 kW AC charging, while DC fast-charging capability remains undisclosed. Targeted below RM100,000, an imminent launch is expected.