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The AITO M7 EREV Long-Range variant has commenced delivery from Seres' Longxing super factory in Chongqing on February 4. Priced between 299,800-319,800 yuan, the model measures 5080/1999/1780mm with a 3030mm wheelbase, offering five- and six-seat configurations. Power comes from a 1.5T range-extender (118kW maximum output) delivering 327km CLTC electric range and 1690km combined range. Equipment includes Huawei Qiankun ADS 4 advanced autonomous driving, dual-chamber air suspension, and continuous damping control. The M7 has surpassed 400,000 cumulative deliveries, accounting for over 40% of AITO's total sales, supported by a service network spanning 400+ user centers and 700+ experience centers across 220+ cities.

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) Regional Forum, held in Liverpool for the first time, brings together UK automotive leaders to explore leveraging the shift to zero emission mobility for new business and growth in the North West. Since 2021, global brands have invested £2.8 billion in the region, transforming factories to produce electric vehicles and components, directly creating 20,000 jobs. The North West is crucial to UK automotive manufacturing, producing one-seventh of the country's vehicles last year, equivalent to over 140,000 units. The forum will discuss attracting further investment and creating new business opportunities to boost regional economic development.

Latest low-camouflage spy shots of the Volkswagen ID.Polo GTI have revealed additional design details ahead of its planned late-2026 market debut. The electric hot hatch features a full-width LED daytime running light signature with integrated turn signals, a self-illuminating VW logo, and the model's signature honeycomb grille with side air curtains—preserving GTI's sporty DNA in the EV era. First previewed at the 2025 Munich Motor Show in camouflaged form, the ID.Polo GTI will become the first high-performance small electric vehicle in Volkswagen's ID. lineup, expanding the brand's electrified GTI portfolio.

Ford has announced that the new model year Kuga will feature BlueCruise hands-free driving technology from April, making the semi-autonomous system available on one of Europe's most popular SUVs. As the first such system approved in Europe, BlueCruise covers approximately 95% of highways across 16 markets, enabling "hands-off, eyes-on" driving in designated Blue Zones. The technology integrates with Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control to manage steering, acceleration, and braking. Ford offers flexible access through one-time purchase or monthly/annual subscriptions. The upgraded Kuga also features a 700W B&O Premium Audio system and enhanced SYNC 4 infotainment with streaming capabilities, alongside PHEV, HEV, and EcoBoost powertrain options.

Toyota has officially unveiled the all-new fifth-generation Highlander BEV, featuring a dedicated electric platform, three-row seven-seat configuration, and four trim levels with single-motor FWD and dual-motor AWD options, delivering up to 515 km of range. The exterior showcases sharp lines, full-width LED daytime running lights, and semi-flush door handles for optimised aerodynamics. The cabin features a 14-inch central touchscreen, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and 18 storage compartments with 1,274 litres of cargo capacity with the third row folded. Standard equipment includes Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 with lane departure alert, road sign assist, and pre-collision systems. Scheduled for production and launch later this year with an estimated starting price of $48,000 (approximately RMB 332,000), the model expands Toyota's electric SUV portfolio in the North American market.