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The Range Rover Electric is under development, featuring a 117kWh battery pack developed in-house by Jaguar Land Rover. The battery consists of 344 prismatic cells within an 800-volt architecture. The SUV will also include single-pedal driving mode, Terrain Response system, and ThermAssist thermal management to reduce energy consumption by up to 40%. The chassis and Intelligent Driveline Dynamics (IDD) system are being optimized for authentic Range Rover handling and improved traction on low-grip surfaces.

On May 15, EXEED 400T Yaoye was officially launched with a price tag of 167,700 yuan. The new model features exclusive Midnight darkness+Sunlight Orange exterior and interior colors, and comes standard with a Night Sport Package to enhance its sporty attributes. The exterior is blackened with red brake calipers, while the interior features Sunlight Orange leather and Nappa leather seats. Equipped with the Lion5.0 Lion Wisdom Cloud system and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, it supports various intelligent connectivity functions. Power is provided by the Kunpeng 2.0TGDI engine with a maximum power of 192kW and peak torque of 400N·m, achieving a thermal efficiency of 41%. The purchase package includes lifetime warranty for first owners, free basic traffic for life, and 3 years of free entertainment traffic, as well as lifetime free roadside assistance.

In response to poor sales of the Fiat 500e since its 2020 launch, Fiat has reengineered the electric model to introduce a petrol-powered version called the 500 Hybrid. Pre-production has begun ahead of full-scale production in November 2025. The 500 Hybrid looks nearly identical to the 500e, with a larger front opening and a fuel filler replacing the charging port. Inside, it retains the electric version’s design, including a two-spoke steering wheel, a 10.25-inch floating infotainment screen, and a Qi wireless charger. The most notable change is the addition of a manual gearlever, indicating the car will use a 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine and a 12-volt belt-driven starter-generator, producing 70 PS and 92 Nm of torque. Despite the “Hybrid” label, electric assistance is expected to be minimal.

BYD is set to enter the Japanese market with an electric kei car, a specialized category for small vehicles measuring 3.4 meters long and 1.48 meters wide. The new model features a compact design with a tall glasshouse and flat sides to maximize interior space. Equipped with a larger Blade lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery and a more efficient powertrain, the BYD kei car is expected to achieve a range of around 300 km, significantly surpassing current Japanese kei EVs. With no need to adhere to Japan’s power output restrictions, BYD’s model could offer a substantial performance advantage. The car is expected to be priced at around 2.5 million yen, targeting a launch next year.

The 2025 Polestar 4 has been unveiled with significant configuration upgrades. The single-motor version features a 100kWh battery and standard Nappa leather seats. The dual-motor version is equipped with Brembo gold brake calipers and sport suspension. The vehicle also comes standard with a gold sports package, 21-inch wheels, Harman Kardon audio system, and Polestar Navigation Pilot driving assistance. The dual-motor version also includes 22-inch forged wheels and high-performance chassis tuning. The single-motor version has a maximum power of 200kW, with range details yet to be announced.

The new Xpeng P7 (codenamed E29) teaser images have been released, positioning it as a mid-size pure electric sedan with a completely revamped exterior design. The front features pulling-through LED daytime running lights and a light-up logo, giving it a futuristic look. The side profile maintains a coupe-style fastback design with new hard lines and unique four-spoke wheels. The rear is equipped with an adjustable electric spoiler and pulling-through taillights, maintaining a cutting-edge style. Specifics on powertrain and intelligent driving features have yet to be disclosed, but it is expected to continue with pure electric propulsion.