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Geely Galaxy's new mid - sized plug - in hybrid sedan, codenamed P181, has been spied. Positioned below the Starlight 8, it may be named Starlight 6. The car features a sizeable body, headlights similar to the Starlight 8 but without a split - design, and a pulling-through LED taillight. The trunk offers ample storage. The plug - in hybrid system delivers a fuel consumption of 2L in charge - sustaining mode and a range of over 2100km. Further details are awaited from the official announcement.

BYD has launched the Dolphin Surf, an upgraded version of the Chinese - market Seagull, in Europe. The vehicle's dimensions have been increased to 3990mm in length, 1720mm in width, and 1590mm in height, with a 2500mm wheelbase, offering more interior space. The Dolphin Surf comes in multiple versions. The entry - level Active model features a 30kWh battery and a 65kW motor with a WLTP range of 220km. Higher - end models boast a 43.2kWh battery with ranges of 310 - 322km, and the top - of - the - line Comfort version has a 115kW motor and a top speed of 150km/h. The charging efficiency has been improved, supporting up to 80kW DC fast - charging, with a 30% - 80% charge time of just 22 minutes. The interior continues BYD's Ocean Series design, equipped with a 10.1 - inch rotatable central control screen and wireless charging pad. The starting price in Europe is 19,990 euros, rising to 22,390 euros after June. BYD's sales in Germany increased by 384.5% year - on - year from January to April, and the Dolphin Surf is expected to further expand its market share in Europe.

Spy shots of the IM Motors LS9, a six - seat luxury SUV, have been revealed. The vehicle is expected to feature an extended - range powertrain. The LS9 has a flat - line design with a closed - front grille and "boomerang" - shaped headlights. The test vehicles are equipped with lidar and are likely to support urban NOA and automated parking functions. Positioned as a mid - large - sized extended - range SUV, the LS9 will compete with models like the Li Auto L9 and the Denza N9, with a planned launch in Q1 2026.

Volvo has announced an expanded collaboration with Google to integrate Google's latest Gemini AI into its vehicles, replacing the existing Google Assistant. Gemini AI offers enhanced natural language understanding, enabling real - time translation, vehicle manual queries, and destination information retrieval. Volvo stated that this technology will reduce drivers' cognitive load and enhance safety. Google Vice President Patrick Brady emphasized that the partnership will accelerate innovation, delivering superior experiences for Volvo owners and setting new industry standards. Moving forward, Volvo's new models will serve as the primary reference platform for Google's Android automotive system development, gaining priority access to new features and updates.

Geely Galaxy M9, a mid - large - sized SUV, has been officially unveiled and will make its global debut in Milan, Italy, on the evening of May 22. The vehicle is positioned as an "AI - enabled large six - seater flagship SUV" with a family - style design, featuring circular LED lights and a laser radar. The interior offers a six - seat layout, embedded digital instrument cluster, large - size central control screen, and HUD. It is equipped with the Qianli Haohan intelligent driving assistance system and the new Raytheon EM super hybrid system, with an expected launch within the year.

GAC Trumpchi Aspiration M8 Qiankun Series, the first model of the joint innovation plan with Huawei, is officially launched on May 26. Positioned as a mid-large MPV, it features a 2.0T plug-in hybrid system with a pure electric range of 248 km. The vehicle is equipped with a large front grille, laser radar, and Huawei Harmony OS in the cabin. It also offers luxury features like zero-gravity seats and rear entertainment screens, supporting advanced driving assistance functions.