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Dongfeng Honda will launch the updated HR-V on Jan 8, adding Pro and Max variants. The compact SUV keeps its blacked-out honeycomb styling, measures 4569/1840/1611 mm on a 2655 mm wheelbase, and pairs a 134 kW/240 Nm 1.5T with CVT. Independent rear suspension and CONNECT 3.0 infotainment are standard; prices are promised to be more attractive.

BMW Group has finalized the trademark transfer of ALPINA, the 60-year-old BMW-tuned performance and customization marque, now operating as an independent high-performance sub-brand within the group, set to expand bespoke models and performance upgrades in the luxury segment.

Effective Jan 1, 2026, BMW China cut MSRPs on 31 core models: 24 drops exceed 10 % and five top 20 %, led by the i7 M70L at –301 k CNY. Post-adjustment, ten variants now start below 300 k CNY, with the 225L M Sport at 208 k CNY. Covering EVs and ICE across all segments, BMW labels the move a “value upgrade,” stressing final transaction prices remain dealer-set.

Changan’s Rayong, Thailand plant—RM 581 million investment, 100 k annual capacity—has shipped its first 500 Deepal S05 SUVs (EV & REEV) to Europe within six months of start-up. Bermaz was to import the S05 CBU into Malaysia, but 2026 rules require new-brand CBU EVs to be priced ≥ RM 250k and deliver ≥ 200 kW; the S05 EV falls short on power, leaving its local launch subject to homologation timing.

Proton delivered 216 eMas 5 EVs by 31 Dec 2025, with orders topping 14.6k; combined eMas 7 sales brought total eMas vehicles on road to 9,549. The eMas 5 Prime (RM56.8k) and Premium (RM69.8k) offer 225 km and 325 km WLTP ranges. A 218 PS eMas 7 PHEV—based on the Geely Galaxy Starship 7—will follow in 2026, delivering 83 km electric range and expanding Proton’s electrified line-up.

Effective 1 Jan 2026, Kia Sales Malaysia (KSM) assumes local operations: Sportage now starts at RM128,800, EV9 pricing unchanged; all models carry a 5-year/150,000 km factory warranty. Genuine parts drop ≈15% on average, supported by a dedicated Shah Alam warehouse. The Kia Circle loyalty scheme offers up to RM6,000 trade-in rebate for owners and immediate family, while corporate/professional buyers enjoy up to 3% discount and fleet packages. Kia Cares insurance, underwritten by Berjaya Sompo & Zurich, delivers flexible coverage options.