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On Sept 2, Ford unveiled BlueOval Charge Network x Octopus Electroverse, launching in October for private and fleet customers across Europe. One app and one card grant access to more than one million public chargers across 1,200 networks, featuring transparent pricing and intelligent route planning via CarPlay/Android Auto. Private users receive a three-month IONITY Premium trial; business users get three months free access to the Octopus Fleet portal for driver-card allocation, network discounts and custom reporting, simplifying EV and fleet management.

TMT Motors has announced the launch of the second electric vehicle model, Wuling Bingo, from the SGMW joint venture, with four versions and the initial market release of two versions offering 333 km and 410 km ranges. Developed by SGMW, Wuling Bingo is a Class A hatchback equipped with LFP batteries, supporting home charging and fast DC charging. The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive electric motor with a top speed of 100 km/h and 130 km/h, available in various colors and smart safety features.

NIO Day 2025 on Sept 20 will reveal the official price of the all-new ES8, previously pre-sold at RMB 416.8-456.8k (BaaS RMB 308.8-348.8k). The 5280 mm long, 3130 mm wheelbase SUV adopts the latest family design, offers 6/7-seat layouts, Skyline dash, 38-inch AR HUD and SkyOS full-domain OS.

The all-electric BMW iX3 debuts Sept 5 on the new NCAR architecture, delivering 900 km CLTC range, Panoramic iDrive and Driving Control Super-Brain. Measuring 4780 mm long with 2895 mm wheelbase, its vertical kidney grille and halo headlights echo the 1960s 1500. Local production starts 2026.

Honda revealed the new Prelude coupe, mating the Civic’s 2.0L e:HEV dual-motor hybrid to a Type R-tuned chassis for maximum driver engagement. The low, wide design debuts in 2025, targeting the Toyota GR 86.

The fifth-gen BMW X5 will offer five powertrains—gasoline, diesel, PHEV, BEV and a third-gen hydrogen fuel-cell system co-developed with Toyota. The hydrogen variant, due in 2028, adopts the Neue Klasse design language and will be sold alongside conventional and electric versions, targeting eco-minded buyers rejecting plug-in or battery options.