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The 2026 Toyota GR YARIS has officially launched in China with a single variant priced at 402,800 yuan. Upgrades include a new GR steering wheel with reduced diameter and optimized grip shape for enhanced handling, plus revised EPS calibration with improved torsion bar rigidity and software control for high-load cornering. Models equipped with the optional vertical handbrake now feature standard heated steering wheel and seats.

Roewe has unveiled the M7 DMH Dark Horse Edition, featuring bespoke design by former Rolls-Royce design director Jozef Kabaň. The special edition adopts exclusive custom blue-black paint with blacked-out grille, body kit, side skirts and window trim, plus 18-inch multi-spoke dark alloy wheels. Powertrain remains the DMH 6.0 hybrid system with 1.5L dedicated hybrid engine and 137 kW electric motor, delivering 160 km CLTC electric range.

Chery has launched the Tiggo 5 Sport Edition on April 8, offering three variants priced between 79,900-89,900 yuan, with limited-time discounts bringing entry price to 70,900 yuan. The compact SUV measures 4,540/1,835/1,588 mm with a 2,630 mm wheelbase, featuring new split-headlamp design and full-width taillights. Powered by a 1.5L turbo engine, the model offers five color options including purple and blue shades.

Mitsubishi has officially launched the Xforce B-segment urban crossover SUV in Malaysia, offered in Urban and Ultimate variants priced at RM109,980 and RM119,980 respectively. Powered by a 1.5L NA engine with CVT, the 2,650mm wheelbase SUV features a 12.3-inch touchscreen and Yamaha audio in Ultimate trim, alongside comprehensive ADAS. Early buyers receive RM5,000 rebates and lucky draw entries.

The Changan Eado Blue Whale Super Engine has rolled off the production line, marking the 200,000th unit milestone for the Eado series. As the brand's first sedan equipped with the Blue Whale Super Engine hybrid system, it achieves 2.98L/100km urban fuel consumption. Featuring a borderless grille with horizontal chrome bars and dual L-shaped DRLs, the compact sedan will debut at Auto China Beijing on April 24.

Lynk & Co has launched the 900V Energee Golden Brick Battery, with tests on the Lynk & Co 10 achieving 10-70% charge in 4 minutes 22 seconds and peak charging power of 1,100 kW. While outperforming BYD's Blade 2.0 battery, the test relied on Zeekr's V4 megawatt charging pile without mass rollout timeline. BYD has installed 5,000 megawatt Flash Charging stations, targeting 20,000 by end-2026.