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Spy images of the Volvo EX60 show familiar Thor’s Hammer headlights and vertical taillights. Built on the new SPA3 EV architecture, the SUV will offer single- or dual-motor layouts with over 700 km CLTC range, debuting on January 26, 2026.

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.

Jetour’s rugged SUV T2 is set to launch in Malaysia soon, featuring a 2.0L turbo petrol engine with 254 PS/390 Nm, 7-speed DCT, and full-time AWD. Measuring 4,785 mm long with 220 mm ground clearance, it rivals the Defender 110 in size. A 1.5T PHEV version (Kunpeng C-DM) is also available in China, where it outsells the Tank 300 two-to-one with 15,000 units/month. Expect local CKD assembly via Berjaya Assembly and a price tag around RM200k.

President Prabowo confirmed the i2C national EV project remains on track for late-2027 production start. Designed by TMI with Italdesign, the 3-row SUV will use an overseas (likely Chinese) platform, offering 204 PS/310 Nm and 617 km CLTC from an 83.4 kWh NMC pack. The government has submitted the initiative to be gazetted as a National Strategic Project to accelerate rollout.

Proton has set Oct 30 as the official launch date for the eMAS 5—its second EV and Malaysia’s most affordable electric car yet. Two trims are offered, Prime and Premium, with estimated prices of RM 60k and RM 80k; booking fee is RM 99 and the first 5,000 registrants get a limited-edition Touch n’ Go card plus RM 500 rebate. Deliveries start November. Based on the Geely Xingyuan, the B-segment hatch measures 4,135 mm long and rides on a 2,650 mm wheelbase.

Chery Malaysia confirmed that its new global family-oriented brand Lepas will launch in Malaysia in H1 2026, with the five-seat L8 SUV—its largest model—expected to lead the charge. The L8 pairs a 1.5-litre turbo PHEV producing 279 PS and 365 Nm with an 18.4 kWh LFP pack and front-wheel drive, distinguishing itself from the existing Chery and Omoda|Jaecoo line-ups. Smaller siblings L6 and L4 will follow, all adopting the “Leopard Aesthetic” design language.