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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.

Toyota Motor Corporation has unveiled the all-electric Highlander three-row SUV for North America, premiering in Ojai, California with sales scheduled to begin in late 2026. The BEV model will be produced at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky (TMMK) as the fourth battery electric vehicle in TMNA's lineup, following the bZ, C-HR and bZ Woodland. Since its 2001 U.S. debut, the Highlander has achieved cumulative sales exceeding 3.6 million units. This expansion reinforces Toyota's multi-pathway approach to carbon neutrality, offering diverse electrified options including HEVs, PHEVs, BEVs and FCEVs tailored to regional customer needs while advancing product-centered management.

BAIC Arcfox has officially named its new premium mid-large MPV the Wen Dao V9, built on the Polaris architecture and ARC-FLOW design philosophy with range-extender powertrain, slated for Q2 launch. The model features a large vertical-slat chrome grille, full-width star-ring LED light bar and distinctive brand logo. The Wen Dao series will focus on flagship MPV and SUV products. Following Arcfox's 2025 sales milestone of 160,000 units, the V9 launch completes the brand's full-category matrix covering sedans, SUVs and MPVs, supporting continued market expansion.

The NIO ES9 flagship SUV has appeared in China's 27th NEV tax exemption catalog, featuring a 102kWh battery with CLTC ranges of 580km, 600km and 620km. Measuring 5,365/2,029/1,870mm with a 3,250mm wheelbase, the large SUV adopts NIO's latest Sharknose design language with full-width taillights and two-tone paint options. Technical highlights include triple lidar sensors, the flagship AQUILA super-sensing system and SkyRide intelligent chassis. Power comes from dual motors (180kW front, 340kW rear) produced by NIO Power Technology's Xinqiao facility, positioning the ES9 as the brand's new range-topping electric SUV.

Hyundai has confirmed the Ioniq 5 N and Ioniq 6 N performance EVs will launch in Malaysia in Q2 2026, becoming the brand's flagship and highest-priced models locally. Both feature dual-motor AWD with 609 PS/740 Nm standard output, temporarily boostable to 650 PS/770 Nm via N Grin Boost for 3.4-second 0-100 km/h acceleration. The Ioniq 5 N packs an 84kWh battery delivering 448 km WLTP range and 350kW DC fast charging (10-80% in 18 minutes). Performance features include N Drift Optimizer, N Launch Control, e-shift virtual shifting, and N Active Sound+ for both models, positioning them as Hyundai's electric performance halo products.