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Mercedes-Benz today launched the all-electric CLA in China, offering three variants priced RMB 249-299k. Built on the MMA platform, the 4763 mm-long coupe delivers an 866 km CLTC range thanks to 0.21 Cd aero, 800 V architecture and a 2-speed gearbox. 320 kW charging adds 370 km in 10 min. Triple-screen MB.OS cabin features ByteDance AI voice and Momenta ADAS for highway & urban pilot. Eleven airbags and multiple EV-safety 5-star certifications are standard; nationwide Mercedes-E dealer network provides uniform launch pricing.

Mazda Malaysia expands the C-segment Mazda 3 line-up with the 1.5G High Plus, offered as both Liftback and Sedan. Priced at RM119,620, the Japan-made (CBU) variant mirrors the 2.0 High Plus spec: full-LED headlights with AHB, 18-inch alloys, dual-zone climate, power leather seats, HUD, wireless charging, 10.25-inch connected display and full ADAS. A 1.5L SkyActiv-G (118 hp/153 Nm) paired with a 6AT delivers 5.9 L/100 km, cutting the entry cost by RM46k while retaining a 5-year/100k km warranty and free service package.

On Nov 5, GAC Aion UT Super—the first "national quality EV" co-developed with JD.com and CATL—rolled off the line in Changsha. To ensure timely delivery, the plant is operating at full capacity. Launching Nov 11, the car features Huawei cloud infotainment, CATL’s swappable chocolate battery, 500 km range, and 99-second battery swap. It previously fetched ¥78.19 million in a JD auction.

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia will soon introduce a new GLC200 4Matic variant, joining the existing GLC350e 4Matic plug-in hybrid in the second-generation GLC (X254) lineup. Positioned as the entry-level model, it is expected to be priced below the current RM398,888 GLC350e. The GLC200 features a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with a 48V mild hybrid system, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission and 4Matic all-wheel drive, achieving 0–100 km/h in 7.8 seconds. The variant will also come with the AMG Line exterior package.

Despite October’s broader manufacturing expansion, Indonesia’s component sector is yet to recover, GIAMM reports. Four-wheel OEM orders fell ~10% and two-wheel/export demand is flat; 70% of sales remain domestic, 30% export, with aftermarket fast-moving parts the only buffer. Local suppliers await the end of EV import incentives to compete for electrification opportunities.

Audi will introduce three key models in 2026: the all-new Q7 and Q9, plus an entry-level EV built on the MEB+ platform, likely named Q2 e-tron or A2 e-tron. The Q7 and Q9 will use the PPC platform, featuring a wide honeycomb grille and split headlights, with petrol, diesel, mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid options. The entry EV adopts Audi’s latest design, inspired by the 2000s A2, offering 450 km range and a 166 kW motor.