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The fifth-generation Toyota Harrier is expected to launch in 2027. It will feature a new design similar to the new RAV4, with a lower center of gravity and more sporty styling. The vehicle's dimensions are predicted to be 4,750×1,860×1,550 mm with a wheelbase of 2,770 mm. It will be equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine and hybrid system, offering improved performance and emissions. The TNGA-K platform will continue to be used.

US President Trump announced on March 26 that a 25% permanent tariff will be imposed on all imported cars and certain key auto parts starting from April 3. The measure, based on Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, aims to protect US "national security". The new tariffs will increase the import tax on passenger cars to 27.5% and commercial vehicles to 50%. Parts that meet the USMCA standards will temporarily be exempt from the tariffs. This move is expected to significantly impact the global auto industry, especially Japanese automakers, which heavily rely on exports to the US and may see substantial profit losses.

VOYAH Auto announced that VOYAH FREE+ will start pre-sale on June 24. As a medium-to-large SUV, the new car is equipped with Huawei Qiankun ADS4 driving assistance system, equipped with a 15.6-inch 2K ultra-clear screen, supporting five-screen linkage and one-click screen projection of Hongmeng mobile phone. The interior adopts the "city light and shadow aesthetics" design, equipped with Voyah Sound audio system, 256-color ambient light and a variety of intelligent configurations. In terms of power, the new car is equipped with a 1.5T range extender, equipped with EDC magic carpet suspension, and has a variety of driving modes.

Daimler Truck, Mitsubishi Fuso, Hino, and Toyota have announced a definitive agreement to merge Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino. The collaboration aims to enhance business efficiency in development, procurement, and production, thereby strengthening the competitiveness of Japanese commercial vehicle manufacturers. The new holding company will focus on addressing challenges such as carbon neutrality and logistics efficiency in the commercial vehicle sector while advancing global commercial vehicle operations through CASE technologies (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, Electric).

Spy shots of the LeDao L80, a large 5-seat SUV, have been revealed again. Based on the NIO NT3.0 platform and targeting the family market, the L80 is set to launch in Q4 this year. The vehicle is similar in size to the L90 and shares a similar design language but features new front and rear bumpers. It is expected to offer both single-motor and dual-motor configurations, with the single-motor version delivering up to 340 kW and the dual-motor version exceeding 400 kW.

Wuling has released official spy photos of its new MPV, developed with the "Heaven·Soul·God" technology system, featuring the Tianyu architecture, Lingxi powertrain, and Shenlian battery. The MPV offers a 7-seat layout in three rows, targeting the home market. It features a tech-savvy exterior with sliding doors, low-drag wheels, and "Y"-shaped taillights. The interior focuses on equal space for all rows, with a stylish multifunctional steering wheel and leatherette seats. The vehicle is powered by a Lingxi plug-in hybrid system, combining a 1.5T engine and an electric motor, with a CLTC electric range of 140km.