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The Bentley Torcal made its global debut in London with a suggested retail price of 1.988 million yuan, now open for pre-order in China. Positioned as an ultra-luxury pure electric SUV on an 800V platform with dual permanent magnet synchronous motors and 113kWh battery. The base model produces 821hp/1,194Nm with 0-100km/h in 3.4s; the S version delivers 888hp/1,350Nm with 0-100km/h in 2.9s and 260km/h top speed. CLTC range is 700km with 310kW DC fast charging (10-80% in 18 minutes). The exterior features a new design language with illuminated diamond-pattern grille and slim taillights. Interior debuts 100% merino wool fabric, curved OLED screen and AR-HUD. Standard 25 ADAS sensors and 5° rear-wheel steering. Chassis features fully active suspension.

The Beijing BJ Star Platinum 5X has been spotted in real-world images, positioned as a mid-to-large SUV offering fuel, PHEV and pure EV powertrains. The fuel version features a square front end with a waterfall grille, while PHEV/EV variants use a closed front face. Dimensions are 4,865/2,000/1,910mm with a 2,875mm wheelbase. Interior offers a 15.6-inch dual-screen layout. The pure EV produces 227kW with an 81.9kWh battery delivering 625km CLTC range; PHEVs combine a 1.5L engine with single or dual motors (50.4kWh, 232km WLTP range); fuel version uses a 2.0L turbo engine producing 187kW.

Xpeng has revealed L03 specifications and pricing for the Australian market, starting at AUD41,900 (approximately RM121,000). The RWD Standard Range features a 58.3kWh LFP battery with 445km WLTP range, 163kW/280Nm rear motor, supporting 11kW AC and 193kW DC charging. The RWD Long Range has a 71.2kWh battery delivering 520km range with 183kW motor. The AWD Performance Ultra at AUD53,900 features dual motors (285kW/431Nm combined) with 440km range and XNGP autonomous driving. Entry variants include a 15.6-inch screen, 26.8-inch HUD, 50W wireless charging, 256-color ambient lighting and Level 2 ADAS.

Geely Motor Group has unveiled its "Global New Generation Geely AI Intelligent Charging Technology" centered on the Star Smart PowerMind intelligent energy model jointly developed with StepUp Stars. The 5th generation charging pile reaches 2.2 megawatts (2,200kW) peak power, the industry's highest. Testing on the Lynk 10 showed 10-70% charge in 4 minutes 22 seconds and 10-97% in 8 minutes 42 seconds, claimed as the world's fastest production charging speed. AI temperature control keeps battery below 65°C throughout charging. AI smart charging enables "one vehicle, one strategy" battery health management, while lithium-ion pulse repair technology extends battery cycle life by 20%. The all-new Geely Galaxy E5 was also launched simultaneously on the 800V platform with 6C fast charging and new generation Shendan short-blade battery offering 550/635km range.

The smart #2 appears in China's latest tax exemption catalog for NEVs. The model is equipped with a 35.8kWh LFP battery pack delivering 410km CLTC range. Global debut is scheduled for the October 12 Paris Motor Show, with official launch in mid-November. An early-bird program is now open with a 298 yuan deposit offering free color options, priority test drives and prizes up to 20,000 yuan. The #2 succeeds the classic fortwo, built on smart's self-developed ECA pure-electric platform with a two-seater layout measuring 2,751 (2,764)/1,669/1,555mm and 1,875mm wheelbase. Power comes from a 60kW rear motor.

The new Buick Electra E7 has launched with 3 variants priced at 159,900-199,900 yuan (special exchange price: 147,900-187,900 yuan). New exterior colors include Dusk Pink and Envision Green, with Crimson Red interior exclusive to top trims. The five-zone health cabin (constant temperature, humidity, oxygen, cleanliness and quietness) is now standard across all variants. Dimensions are 4,850/1,910/1,676mm with a 2,850mm wheelbase. Interior features an 8.8-inch instrument, 15.6-inch central screen and 50-inch AR-HUD with Doubao AI model. ADAS uses Momenta R6 with 27 sensors supporting highway/urban NOA and full-scenario parking. Two PHEV powertrains: 1.5T (280kW) and 1.5L (237kW) with 32.6kWh battery delivering 230/235km EV range and 1,600/1,630km total range. Suspension features predictive RTD continuously variable damping scanning road conditions 500 times per second.