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2024/09/13
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BYD SHARK Pickup Arrives in Chile with DMO Technology to Redefine Pickup Standards
BYD has officially launched the SHARK pickup in the Chilean market. The SHARK is the first pickup to feature DMO (Dual Mode Off-road) technology, combining the performance and efficiency of traditional combustion vehicles with electric vehicles. Equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine and dual electric motors, the SHARK offers over 430 horsepower and 650 Nm of torque, with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of just 5.7 seconds. It features BYD's Blade Battery integrated via CTC (Cell-to-Chassis) technology, capable of charging from 30% to 80% in just 15 minutes. The vehicle includes a 12.8-inch rotatable touchscreen, a 10.8-inch dashboard, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and is available in black, blue, and white. The SHARK also boasts a payload capacity of 850 kg and a towing capacity of 2,500 kg, along with six airbags and the DiPilot driving assistance system.
Bugatti Unveils the Tourbillon Hypercar with First-Ever PHEV System
The Bugatti Tourbillon, successor to the Chiron, marks the brand's first foray into plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV). It features an 8.3L V16 engine and two electric motors, delivering a combined 1,800PS and a top speed of 445km/h (with the Speed Key option). The Tourbillon showcases intricate craftsmanship and advanced technology, with a limited production run of 250 units, starting at 3.8 million euros.
Buick E5 Plug-in Hybrid SUV to Launch in Q1 with LiDAR & Snapdragon 8775P Chip
The Buick E5 mid-size SUV will debut in Q1 and hit the market later this year. Built on Buick’s Xiaoyao architecture, it features split Star River Unfurls Its Wings headlamps, roof-mounted LiDAR and Momenta R6 ADAS for full-scenario assisted driving, plus a Snapdragon 8775P-powered cockpit and “True Dragon Plug-in Pro” hybrid system in a five-seat layout.
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Mitsubishi Xforce B-Segment SUV to Open Malaysian Booking in Early Feb: 1.5L NA+CVT, 2,650 mm Wheelbase
Mitsubishi will open bookings for the ASEAN-focused B-segment Xforce in Malaysia this February. Measuring 4,390×1,810×1,660 mm with a 2,650 mm wheelbase, the SUV slots between the HR-V and Corolla Cross. The launch variant pairs a 1.5L MIVEC NA engine (105 PS/141 Nm) with a CVT and FWD—shared with the Xpander—while a hybrid may follow. Standard kit includes an 8-inch digital cluster, 12.3-inch infotainment, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, EPB, Auto Hold, Yamaha 8-speaker audio, Qi charger and full ADAS; ASEAN NCAP 5-star safety underscores its “reliable, easy-to-own” urban positioning .
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2026 Genesis G80 Adds Vatna Gray & Ceres Blue Hues, 19-inch Wheels; Driver Gets Standard Ergo Motion Seat
Genesis has released official images of the 2026 G80 and G80 Black. Exterior changes are limited to two new colours—Vatna Gray and Ceres Blue—and an optional new 19-inch wheel design; the tailgate now shows only the GENESIS word-mark. Inside, the driver’s Ergo Motion seat with 18-way adjustment and speed-adaptive bolstering becomes standard. Option packs are streamlined: the Comfort bundle gains air purification, while Driving Assistance combines advanced ADAS and in-cabin camera functions. Powertrains remain unchanged.
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Toyota GR Corolla Gazoo Racing DAT Auto Lands in Malaysia at RM378k, 0-100 km/h in 5.3s
The GR Corolla Automatic arrives Malaysia for RM378,950—RM10k over the manual. The track-tuned Gazoo Racing DAT 8-speed auto adds launch control, paddle and sequential shift logic that mimics a pro driver. Power remains 1.6T 300 PS/400 Nm sent through GR-Four AWD with reprogrammed torque splits; 0-100 km/h in 5.3 s. The 2026 spec gains 32.7 m of structural adhesive and a cold-air intake; carbon roof, triple-tip exhaust and 18-inch Enkei wheels stay. Inside, a 10-inch touchscreen and blind-spot monitor join the TSS suite, backed by a 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty.