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The cancellation of the US policy promoting electric vehicle production and sales by President Trump could impact Indonesia. GAIKINDO in Indonesia believes that the growth of internal combustion engine vehicles must continue, noting that the low resale value of electric vehicles is a reason for public hesitation. The Indonesian government is offering hybrid vehicle incentives to boost the sale of environmentally friendly vehicles.

Mercedes-Maybach launches the GLS 480 Li Yi Edition at 1.498 million RMB, becoming the range’s entry trim with 4- or 5-seat layouts. Vertical chrome grille, MAYBACH badging, 22-/23-inch exclusive wheels and 15 paint options continue brand DNA. A 3.0T inline-6 plus 48V mild-hybrid drives the 3 135 mm-wheelbase luxury SUV, lowering the ownership threshold without cutting opulence.

The 2026 Cadillac XT5 midsize SUV debuts with four trims priced ¥379,900-459,900, limited-time offers from ¥234,900. Year-update keeps shield grille and 7-shape lamps, adds five new colors. Cabin gains 33-inch 9K curved display; Metropolitan trim aligns tail-lamps/wheels with upper grades, Premium Luxury offers Platinum-level Opera interior, Luxury adds ventilated seats and wheel heating.

Genesis confirmed at Hyundai’s 2025 Investor Day that the X Gran Equator concept will spawn a production luxury off-roader aimed squarely at the Mercedes-Benz G-Class and Land Rover Defender. The 5-metre-plus SUV blends a 3.2-metre hood, fast C-pillar and 24-inch bead-lock wheels with all-terrain tyres. Inside, four circular gauges and swivel front seats underline its “digital-retro” ethos. Hybrid and BEV powertrains are planned, with market launch expected before 2027 .

Toyota Kirloskar Motor now fits six airbags (front, side & curtain) as standard to every Rumion MPV variant; the top V grade also gains TPMS. Power comes from a 1.5L K-series petrol (20.51 km/l) or CNG (26.11 km/kg) paired with 5MT or 6AT with paddle shifters. A 7-seat flex-layout, dual-zone rear AC, 17.78 cm wireless CarPlay/Android Auto display, Arkamys audio and Toyota i-Connect (smart-watch & voice control) continue unchanged. Prices start at Rs 10.44 lakh (ex-showroom) with warranty extendable to 5 yr/220k km.

We obtained first spy shots of Luxeed’s maiden MPV, internal code “EHV”. Riding on the Chery-Huawei E0X-L large EV platform, the >5 m model will offer both BEV and range-extended powertrains and is slated to launch in H1 next year. Despite heavy camouflage, the exterior shows a full-width LED DRL and rounded nose consistent with Luxeed design. The cabin reveals a floating horizontal display, HarmonyOS 4 integrated screen and hidden vents, while second-row aviation seats provide multi-way power adjustment, ottomans and massage. A large flip-down entertainment screen crowns the roof. Packing Huawei ADS 3.0 with LiDAR and visual fusion, the MPV targets 35-45k USD premium family and executive mobility.