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Spy photos of the first model from FREELANDER—a new independent electrification brand jointly developed by Chery and Jaguar Land Rover—have been leaked online, with the global debut scheduled for March 31. The large six-seat plug-in hybrid SUV, spotted in crash test configuration with Chery badging visible, signals Chery's lead in project development. The vehicle is reportedly built on Chery's T1X platform, developed by an international team integrating JLR and Qoros technologies for shared development and synergistic benefits. The modular T1X architecture supports wheelbase adjustment between 2,560-2,800 mm, covering A to B-segment SUVs with flexible dimensional scalability. The FREELANDER launch marks the substantive execution of Chery-JLR cooperation in the electrification domain.

Mercedes-Benz has released official interior images of the updated EQS, featuring a yoke-style half steering wheel and steer-by-wire technology as part of its second mid-cycle facelift. The redesigned steering wheel adopts dual-arc upper and lower sections to improve ingress/egress and reduce sightline obstruction, requiring redevelopment of the airbag system. The steer-by-wire system features dual-signal redundancy, filters road disturbances and enables large steering angles through minimal input, validated over 1 million kilometers of testing. The infotainment UI has been updated, expected to run the latest MB.OS operating system. Previous reports indicate upgrades to 800V architecture and eATS 2.0 electric drive system, alongside exterior revisions.

MINI Malaysia has launched the limited-edition Paul Smith Edition designed by British fashion designer Sir Paul Smith, available in white or grey with pricing at RM222,222 (2-year warranty) or RM228,522 (4-year warranty with maintenance)—approximately RM28,000 premium over the standard Cooper SE. Distinctive Nottingham Green accents adorn the mirrors, roof, grille surround and wheel caps, with Paul Smith's signature multicolor stripe between the B and C pillars. The cabin features black-and-blue striped fabric upholstery, Paul Smith badging and exclusive 9.4-inch OLED interface themes. Powertrain remains a front-mounted electric motor producing 218 PS and 330 Nm, paired with a 54.2 kWh battery delivering 402 km WLTP range, 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds and 170 km/h top speed. Standard equipment includes 18-inch wheels, LED lighting, Harman Kardon audio and "Hello" door projection puddle lamps.

Zeekr has launched the 001 Fifth Anniversary Edition for limited pre-order, commemorating the brand's five-year milestone with exclusive powertrain, chassis, cockpit and intelligent driving configurations. The special edition features a fifth-anniversary exclusive red-badge logo, Glacier Silver paint with contrasting roof, plus FR-LINE performance package with 22-inch forged wheels, Brembo six-piston red calipers and Pirelli P ZERO high-performance tires for distinct visual differentiation. Zeekr's shooting brake series has surpassed 350,000 cumulative sales as of March 2026.

GAC Aion has announced the N60 will open pre-orders on April 16, following an earlier blind booking phase with expected pricing under RMB 150,000. The model features standard equipment including passenger zero-gravity seats, LiDAR and advanced intelligent driving assistance. Exterior dimensions are 4,615/1,860(1,883)/1,673mm with a 2,775mm wheelbase, offered in seven color options. The cabin features a 15.6-inch 2.5K central display powered by ADiGO 6.0 intelligent cockpit with AI voice large model, Huawei Nebula Space and multi-platform smartphone integration. Additional features include a 2.38㎡ panoramic sunroof with electric shade, 447-1,947L trunk capacity and 35 interior storage compartments.

XPeng has officially launched the 2026 MONA M03 AI intelligent electric coupe, offering six variants priced from RMB 119,800 to RMB 151,800 with range options of 540-640km. The lineup includes Plus, Max and Ultra SE trim levels, marking the first deployment of advanced intelligent driving capabilities in the RMB 120,000 segment. Launch promotions through April 30 offer benefits valued up to RMB 35,000. As the MONA series' first major upgrade after 583 days, the vehicle delivers "30% more refinement, over RMB 200,000-class configuration and over RMB 500,000-class intelligent driving experience," maintaining 18 consecutive months as segment sales leader. Brand ambassador Ouyang Nana and CEO He Xiaopeng co-hosted the "LET'S MONA!" launch event featuring Nana's new single "Anytime."