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Chery Malaysia has unveiled its self-developed CHS Super Hybrid System, featuring a 1.5T Miller Cycle engine (143 hp/215 Nm) paired with a 204 hp/310 Nm electric motor. The combined output is 347 hp and 525 Nm, with a thermal efficiency of 44.5% and mechanical efficiency of 98.5%. The system includes an 18.3 kWh LFP battery with 90 km EV range and 1 200 km total range, IP68-rated, and supports 40 kW DC fast charging (19 min for 30%-80%) and 6.6 kW AC charging (3 hours full). The Tiggo 7/8 PHEV CSH models, set for launch, match previous show versions, though local release timing and CKD status remain unconfirmed.

Spy shots reveal the refreshed AITO M7 adopting M9-inspired styling and introducing its first pure-electric variant. Length grows to 5100 mm and wheelbase to 3050 mm for larger battery packaging. A full-width taillight with AD “blue indicator” completes the rear. Pre-orders are expected to open in August, with CLTC EV range likely exceeding 300 km.

SAIC-GM-Wuling has launched the 2026 Xingchi SUV with two configurations. The 1.5L 6MT Freedom model is priced at 52,800 yuan, with a subsidized price of 37,800 yuan. The 1.5L CVT Fun model is priced at 66,800 yuan, with a subsidized price of 51,800 yuan. The new model retains the “Wing Dynamics Aesthetics” design, adds the Iceberry Purple color, and features an 8-inch touchscreen, electrically adjustable mirrors, and other configurations. It is powered by a 1.5L engine with a choice of 6MT or CVT transmission.

Road-test shots reveal the refreshed Buick GL8 Lu Zun PHEV—the industry’s first 5C ultra-fast-charging plug-in hybrid MPV. Its 34.8 kWh NCM pack delivers 202 km CLTC EV range and recharges 30-80 % in 15 min for a total 1 450 km range. The 1.5T plus 160 kW motor setup peaks at 186 kW and 489 A; dimensions are 5 219/1 878/1 807 mm with a 3 088 mm wheelbase.

Spy shots reveal the facelift AMG S 63 E Performance. Design tweaks include refreshed three-point-star lighting front and rear; cabin retains quilted sports seats. The 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 PHEV is tuned to exceed 800 hp and 1 430 N·m, launching 0-100 km/h in 3.2 s. World debut expected mid-2026.

IM Motors will unveil its “Super EREV” system on 1 August, featuring high-capacity battery range extension. Two EREV SUVs follow in Q3-Q4: the refreshed five-seat LS6 and the debut six-seat flagship LS9 (5 279 mm long, 3 160 mm wheelbase). The LS9, already homologated, couples a 114 kW 1.5-liter range extender with CATL’s sodium-lithium hybrid AB pack, delivering over 450 km pure-electric range.