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On May 22, 2025, MINI launched the limited edition "Green Trail" colour scheme for the MINI COOPER Electric, with two configurations priced at 167,800 and 197,800 yuan respectively, limited to 52 units nationwide. The new model retains the MINI family design style, featuring iconic round headlights, an octagonal grille, and matrix LED taillights. The roof is available in a limited edition "Floating White" colour, paired with a green body for a youthful and stylish look. The interior features the MINI OS 9 operating system, supporting eight "experience modes" and a smart personal assistant. Powertrain options include a 135 kW (184 hp) motor for the base model and a 160 kW (218 hp) motor for the higher-spec model. The entire range is equipped with a 51.5 kWh battery pack, offering CLTC ranges of 452 km and 456 km depending on the configuration.

On May 21, NIO's mid-size SUVs, the new ES6 and new EC6, officially began delivery. The new ES6 starts at 338,000 yuan, and the new EC6 at 358,000 yuan, with battery leasing plans reducing the prices to 268,000 yuan and 288,000 yuan respectively. Both models feature new quadrilateral headlights, Moonlight Silver paint, 21-inch wheels with orange calipers, and upgraded interiors with a 15.6-inch AMOLED screen, NOMI Mate 3.0, and a shift-by-wire design. Equipped with the NIO Shengji NX9031 chip and 29 sensors, the vehicles support urban, highway, and parking lot navigation assistance. Powered by dual motors with a combined output of 360 kW and 700 Nm, the models offer 75kWh, 100kWh, and 150kWh battery options, with a maximum CLTC range of up to 930 km.

On May 21, spy shots of the new BMW 7 Series were revealed. The vehicle will incorporate Neue Klasse design elements, with exterior adjustments including an optimized kidney grille and bumper design, and a potential Penetrating taillights. The interior will feature a horizon panoramic display and a 17.9-inch center console screen, replacing the traditional instrument cluster. Powertrain options are expected to include a 3.0T inline-six engine with outputs ranging from 272 to 381 horsepower, with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The new BMW i7 may also see battery upgrades. The model is scheduled for release in mid-to-late 2026.

Malaysian automotive component maker Sapura Industrial Berhad (SIB) has announced a joint venture with China’s Zhejiang Zhongze Precision Technology Co Ltd (ZZ Tech) to produce EV battery components in Malaysia, specifically high-precision storage battery casings. This JV marks SIB’s diversification into the energy storage and battery ecosystem. The initial investment is RM18 million, and a new company will be formed, with 51% ownership by SIB Ventures and 49% by ZZ Tech. SIB Ventures will handle corporate, licensing, environmental, and regulatory matters and source a location for the plant. ZZ Tech will provide machinery, technical expertise, training, and customer support.

Toyota has unveiled the all-new sixth-generation RAV4 medium SUV, featuring a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain for the first time in Australia, with 2WD and AWD options targeting up to 100 km of electric-only range. The lineup includes a new GR Sport variant with a PHEV AWD system, offering enhanced driving dynamics and a sporty design. The RAV4 will also continue to offer conventional hybrid versions with improved efficiency. The new model features an updated exterior and interior design, Toyota’s latest Arene multimedia system with real-time navigation and voice control, and upgraded Toyota Safety Sense active safety features, including front cross-traffic alert and autonomous lane change function. The all-new RAV4 is set to arrive in the first half of 2026.

BMW has integrated large-format all-solid-state battery (ASSB) technology into its i7 test vehicle, which is being operated in Munich. Similar to Mercedes-Benz’s EQS prototype tested earlier this year, BMW’s ASSB battery combines Gen5 construction principles with innovative module concepts using sulfide-based electrolytes from Solid Power. Offering higher energy density, ASSB batteries can provide longer ranges without increasing system weight. BMW has been collaborating with Solid Power since 2016, investing in the company in 2021 and deepening the partnership in 2022 to operate a solid cell prototype line at the CMCC in Parsdorf.