Volvo ES90 Launches in Thailand: 755 km Range, 300 kW Charging; CKD in Malaysia 2026
2025/10/22
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Third-Gen Landian E5 PLUS Pre-Sales Start Nov 1: 230 km EV Range, Mid-Size PHEV SUV
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2026 BYD Qin L DM-i Launches Tonight with 128 km Electric Range and Column Shifter
The 2026 BYD Qin L DM-i debuts tonight, keeping the “Dragon Face” look while boosting EV range to 128 km. A column shifter frees center-console space, and updated trims and pricing aim to sharpen its edge in the A+ plug-in sedan segment.
Porsche unveils electric Macan GTS at $103000, undercutting petrol models
Porsche released the electric Macan GTS, priced at $103000 and set for spring 2026 delivery. Featuring a sport design package, blacked-out styling, and 21/22-inch wheels, it offers exclusive blue, red, and grey colors. Global sales of the electric Macan have surpassed the ICE version, with the latter likely discontinued worldwide in 2026.
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Alfa Romeo Extends Stelvio and Giulia Lifecycles Through 2027
Alfa Romeo will extend production of the current Stelvio and Giulia at its Cassino plant until end-2027. The originally planned electric successors have been delayed as Stellantis adds hybrid options, and no further facelifts are scheduled before the next-generation models arrive.
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Wuling New Energy Launches Aishang A100C Micro-EV: From RMB 39,800, 220 km Range & 30-min Fast Charge
Wuling New Energy’s new brand Aishang has launched its first A00 micro-EV, the A100C, priced from RMB 39,800 to 52,800. It offers 220 km CLTC range, 30-80% DC top-up in 30 minutes and a 3-door/4-seat body on the Lingqiao platform. Measuring 3285 mm long with a 1980 mm wheelbase, it features a 10.25-in screen with HiCai OS, seven two-tone pastel colours and up to 882 L cargo space. Launch perks include an RMB 11k gift pack and a RMB 2000 comfort kit for a RMB 99 deposit.
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All-New Sixth-Gen Subaru Forester Priced at RM221,500 in Malaysia, Imported from Japan
Subaru Malaysia lists the sixth-generation Forester at RM221,500 on-the-road (Peninsula, w/o insurance). Imported CBU from Japan, it packs a 2.5-litre boxer engine with 185PS and 247Nm, mated to a CVT and full-time AWD. Riding on the stiffer SGP platform (10% more rigid), it measures 4,655×1,830×1,730mm with 2,670mm wheelbase and 220mm ground clearance. Standard kit includes EyeSight 4.0, Dual X-Mode, eight airbags, 360° parking camera, power tailgate and more, emphasising off-road ability and tech advancement.