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On July 10, Jetta officially unveiled the all-new VS8, a mid-size SUV featuring a bold “Warrior Armor” design language. Measuring 4,629×1,851×1,624 mm with a 2,731 mm wheelbase, the VS8 offers a tech-forward cabin with a 10.25-inch digital cluster and 14.6-inch floating infotainment screen. Power comes from a 1.4L turbocharged engine producing 110 kW, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Built on the MQB EVO platform, it features MacPherson front and multi-link rear suspension, and includes Level 2 ADAS with over 20 active safety functions.

The AITO Ask 5 Ultra has officially started pre-sales with a starting price of 238,000 yuan. The mid-sized SUV offers both pure electric and extended-range powertrains, with new exterior colors like Zero-Degree White and Phantom Purple. The interior features a new chestnut orange color scheme and a column-mounted gear shift. In terms of intelligent driving, the vehicle is equipped with a 192-line lidar and 4D millimeter-wave radar, supporting AEB omnidirectional collision prevention and eAES automatic emergency steering. During the pre-sale period, customers can enjoy a discount of 5000 yuan off the purchase price with a 2000 yuan deposit.

Ledao L90 flagship SUV pre-orders start at RMB 279,900 for outright purchase or RMB 193,900 under BaaS. Riding on a 3110 mm wheelbase, the three-row six-seater offers a 240 L frunk and class-leading space. Built on 900 V architecture, outputs reach 340 kW (RWD) or 440 kW (AWD) for 0-100 km/h in 4.7 s, plus adaptive air suspension and intelligent lighting.

The GWM Tank 500 Diesel is set to launch in Thailand this month to compete with the Toyota Fortuner and other models. It is powered by a 2.4-liter turbocharged diesel engine producing 184 hp and 480 Nm of torque, paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission, available in both 2WD and 4WD variants. The diesel model features a spare tire mounted under the car and a new suspension tune for improved comfort, especially for the middle row seats. Thai customers can choose from three seven-seater variants: Pro 2WD, Ultra 2WD Black Warrior, and the top-spec 4WD Black Warrior. The Black Warrior variant adopts a full black exterior, including a black front logo and black trim. The Tank 500 HEV was launched in Thailand in May, priced at RM328,800 on-the-road without insurance, powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and an electric motor, with a combined output of 346 PS/648 Nm and a switchable 4WD system.

Ferrari has unveiled the latest special edition of the Berlinetta series, the 296 Speciale. The car continues the mid-rear engine layout and is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system consisting of a 120° V6 twin-turbocharged engine and a high-performance electric motor. The total system power reaches 880 cv, an increase of 50 cv over the 296 GTB, making it the most powerful rear-wheel drive production car in Ferrari's history. The 296 Speciale features an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission and lightweight design, reducing the vehicle weight by 60 kg and achieving a weight-to-power ratio of 1.60 kg/cv. It also boasts advanced aerodynamic components and an adjustable rear spoiler, generating 435 kg of downforce at 250 km/h, a 20% improvement. The car is now officially on sale, priced from 3.9888 million to 4.3988 million yuan.

SAIC Audi A5L has started pre-sale, offering five models with a limited-time price range of 260,000 to 320,000 yuan. The A5L features a new family design language, crafted by German designer Jakob Hirzel who designed the second-generation Audi A5, perfectly replicating the essence of the European A5 Sportback, with seven exterior colors and three sporty front design options available. Inside, it is equipped with a new-generation intelligent luxury cockpit, Huawei Qilin intelligent driving technology, and various sensors, providing advanced intelligent driving assistance functions. Power-wise, it is built on the Audi PPC platform, equipped with an EA888 Evo5 2.0T engine, MHEV Plus mild hybrid system, and quattro intelligent all-wheel drive system, setting a new value benchmark for the luxury mid-size car market.