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The refreshed Hongqi HQ9 PHEV appears on China’s 25th tax-exempt list with a 39.5kWh pack delivering 173km or 168km electric range. A 120kW 2.0T petrol engine forms the plug-in hybrid, while design keeps the vertical-bar grille and full-width taillights on its 5222×2005×1935mm luxury MPV body.

Nissan plans to export electric vehicles (EVs) from its Chinese factories to Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and other regions starting in 2026. The N7 mid-size sedan, the first EV developed in China, will be among the first to be exported. Nissan has invested in China's IAT Automobile Technology to develop software for export markets. Additionally, Nissan has established a joint venture with Dongfeng Motor Group to handle vehicle exports. Nissan aims to leverage the cost-effectiveness of Chinese EVs to enhance its competitiveness in overseas markets.

Mitsubishi teased the heavily-camouflaged next-gen Pajero Sport in its 2025 rally video; the boxier SUV sports T-shaped lamps and a bold grille echoing the Xforce. Reportedly dropping the “Sport” tag to succeed the full-size Pajero axed in 2021, it should inherit the Triton’s 2.4 L 4N16 diesel in 184 PS single- or 204 PS twin-turbo tunes, six-speed auto and Super Select II 4WD, with Malaysia again on the export list.

On Jan 5 Hyundai Motor Group announced its 2026 vision. Executive Chair Euisun Chung set five priorities—customer evolution, agile decisions, ecosystem strength, bold collaboration and new standards—calling for AI to be embedded in the company’s DNA. Leveraging vehicle, robot and plant data, the Group will accelerate SDV roll-outs, hydrogen value-chain leadership and humanoid robot Atlas deployment. Kia targets >6 % growth and PBV expansion, while Hyundai Mobis secures SDV mass production, reinforcing global mobility leadership through cross-domain synergy.

Dongfeng Honda will launch the updated HR-V on Jan 8, adding Pro and Max variants. The compact SUV keeps its blacked-out honeycomb styling, measures 4569/1840/1611 mm on a 2655 mm wheelbase, and pairs a 134 kW/240 Nm 1.5T with CVT. Independent rear suspension and CONNECT 3.0 infotainment are standard; prices are promised to be more attractive.

On 31 Dec 2025, Dongfeng Honda Engine was officially renamed GAC Honda Engine as GAC Honda acquired 100 % equity for RMB 1.172 billion; Dongfeng and Honda stakeholders exited. The move secures GAC Honda’s powertrain supply chain and frees capital for accelerated electrification.