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Changan officially launched the UNI-V hybrid on September 12 with two models at official prices of 114,900-119,900 yuan and limited-time prices of 109,900-113,900 yuan. The exterior continues the fuel version design with a closed front grille, three-section air intakes, dual four-exhaust outlets, connected taillights and a standard electric rear spoiler. Dimensions are 4,740/1,838/1,435mm with a 2,750mm wheelbase. Interior features 256-color ambient lighting, sport seats with 3-mode driver ventilation/heating, SUPER RACE 3.0 track mode, Tencent TTI Sound AI audio, 18 speakers, Dolby Atmos and ENC active noise cancellation. Boot space is 465L, expandable to 1,090L. The 1.5L hybrid powertrain (engine 110kW/220Nm, motor 180kW) delivers 0-100km/h in 6.98 seconds with 4.28L/100km WLTC combined fuel consumption.

Geely Galaxy E5 refresh will launch September 23 with exterior tweaks including a redesigned front bumper with active grille and lidar on the roof. Dimensions grow to 4,636/1,920/1,670mm with 2,750mm wheelbase, with conventional door handles replacing flush ones. Interior gets a new steering wheel, crystal rotary dial and heads-up display plus a larger frunk. Single motor produces 245kW, 85kW more than the current model, with AI charging technology and the new Shentan short-blade battery. Suspension remains front MacPherson and rear multi-link independent setup.

The 2027 BYD Yuan UP will launch on September 17 with 5 variants priced from 75,000 to 105,000 yuan. The exterior maintains the current design with a new blue paint option, semi-flush door handles and charging port moved to the right rear fender. Dimensions are 4,335/1,830/1,675mm with a 2,620mm wheelbase. Interior features a 12.8-inch central screen (10.1-inch for base), 8.8-inch full LCD instrument cluster and 8-inch HUD for top variant. Two motor options produce 120kW and 100kW, with 42.313kWh or 52.468kWh batteries delivering 410km and 505km CLTC range respectively.

Volvo has unveiled the updated XC60 and XC90 with significantly extended plug-in hybrid range. Battery capacity doubles from 18.8kWh to 41.2kWh (37.9kWh usable), moved into the floor from the trunk. The XC60 delivers up to 200km and XC90 up to 164km WLTP pure electric range, over 2.5x and 2.6x respectively. The XC60 gets a new grille, bumper, hood, fenders and redesigned Thor's Hammer Matrix LED headlights, plus updated tailgate and taillights. Interior features an 11.2-inch central screen with latest Volvo UX system and Google Gemini voice assistant. Both retain the 2.0L four-cylinder + rear motor PHEV with 8-speed auto, delivering up to 1,240km total range. B5 mild-hybrid also available.

At IAA Transportation, Volvo Group, Daimler Truck, Toyota, Bosch, Air Liquide, TotalEnergies, TEAL Mobility and MB Energy unveiled plans to accelerate hydrogen truck rollout across Europe, with Germany now having all conditions in place for scalable deployment by 2030. Daimler Truck customers have driven nearly 600,000 km with fuel cell trucks, with plans to deploy 100 next-generation fuel cell trucks from end of 2026 and launch hydrogen combustion engine trucks in 2027. Toyota provides fuel cell technology partnership while Bosch supplies key gaseous hydrogen components. Energy companies are building high-capacity refueling stations serving up to 100 trucks daily, targeting cost parity with diesel. Germany's NOW funding program was oversubscribed with over 70 stations and 800 trucks applied for.

Kia has unveiled the PV7, the second model in its Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) lineup, built on the E-GMP.S platform with an 800V system (vs 400V on the PV5). It supports 350kW DC fast charging (10-80% in ~20 minutes) and is Kia's first model with dual charging ports. Battery options are 71.5kWh or 96.2kWh NCM with up to 460km WLTP range (Cargo). Front motor produces 272PS/420Nm with AWD coming later. Dimensions are 5,350/1,995/1,990mm with 3,500mm wheelbase, larger than the PV5. Over 23 body combinations will be offered, including Cargo (6.1-8m³, up to 11 passengers) and Passenger variants. Sales start in Korea and Europe in H2 2027.