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Spy shots reveal BYD's first MPV for the Ocean Network, caught charging at a BYD ultra-fast charger. The front light signature clearly shows Ocean Network design language, though the overall profile differs significantly from the Ocean-V concept shown at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show, leaning toward a more traditional MPV style. Equipment includes a large grille, conventional door handles and a roof-mounted LiDAR. The Ocean-V concept was a five-seat MPV featuring a sliding center screen, 180-degree rotating seats, auto-retracting steering wheel, front-row screen extension, hidden tables and one-key bed mode – whether these carry over to the production model remains to be seen. Expected launch by year-end.

BYD has announced an increase in investment for its Brazilian EV factory from BRL 3 billion to BRL 5.5 billion. The facility, located in the Salvador metropolitan area of Bahia state, is set to have an initial production capacity of 150,000 units annually, manufacturing both electric and hybrid vehicles. Expected to commence operations within the year, BYD's commitment also includes the construction of five residential buildings for 4,230 employees, highlighting the company's long-term dedication and support for sustainable development in Brazil.

The 2026 AVATR 06 launches with extended-range and pure EV variants priced at 219,900-229,900 yuan, or 205,900-215,900 yuan after cash benefits. Limited-time benefits worth up to 58,000 yuan include financing, premium services and lifetime battery warranty for first owners. Futuristic aesthetic design with floating roof, frameless fastback and intelligent front doors. Dimensions 4,855×1,960×1,450mm with 2,940mm wheelbase. Interior features a 35.4-inch 4K panoramic star-ring screen, 15.6-inch center display, dual 6.7-inch rear screens, dual zero-gravity seats, Meridian audio and NAPPA leather. Huawei Qiankun ADS 5 with 4D mmWave radar. Extended-range uses a 1.5L range extender + single motor with 31.7/45.06kWh batteries delivering 230/330km CLTC pure EV range and 1,190/1,250km combined. Pure EV offers single/dual motors with 72.88kWh battery achieving 650/600km CLTC range.

This could be what the 2027 Proton S70 MC2 turbo facelift looks like. Geely released official images of the updated fourth-generation Emgrand in China with extensive visual changes: new eight-point grille, redesigned front bumper with full-width bone-shaped insert and downturned centre air intake. The rear bumper is reprofiled with integrated reflectors, chrome strip and diffuser-like fins. It rides on the same 17-inch multi-spoke alloys from the first MC update. The interior gains a larger infotainment screen with relocated air vents and switches, plus a new tan colour scheme. Powertrains likely include the 120PS/150Nm 1.5L naturally-aspirated BHE15-CFN with CVT or 5MT, and the 181PS/290Nm turbo with 7-speed DCT. Expected launch is late this year, joining Proton's busy schedule including the new Saga Cross/X30.

Zhejiang Geely Holding Group issued a statement welcoming and supporting the positive outcomes from the second meeting of the China-EU trade and investment consultation mechanism. Geely supports the three basic principles of respecting facts, non-discrimination and compliance confirmed for hybrid vehicle trade, viewing the consensus as grounded in trade realities, mutual benefit and addressing legitimate industrial concerns. The statement emphasizes that a stable, predictable and sustainable trade and investment environment is crucial for long-term business operations, expressing hope for steady implementation. Geely will continue open cooperation, compliant operations, technological innovation and quality products, actively expanding exchanges with European industrial partners to jointly maintain stable automotive supply chains and promote green development.

Volkswagen officially unveils the ID. Tiguan, replacing the five-year-old ID.4. The ID. Tiguan is a heavy facelift of the ID.4 (similar to the ID.3 Neo approach), sharing the 2,765mm wheelbase while growing 34mm longer to 4,618mm. It debuts Volkswagen's latest Pure Positive design language with whisky tumbler-inspired 3D taillights and an illuminated VW badge; the R-Line variant appears for the first time on an ID. model. The redesigned interior adds significantly more physical controls including steering wheel buttons, air-con toggles, a volume knob and four window switches, plus a larger 10-inch instrument display and 15-inch infotainment screen, with an optional 12-inch passenger display – a first for European VW. Powertrains remain rear-drive 190/286PS and AWD 299PS, with WLTP range improved to 450km (58kWh) and 600km (77kWh). The 400V architecture limits charging to 105kW for the 58kWh and 165kW for the 77kWh battery. Features include Level 2 semi-autonomous driving, lane change assist, one-pedal mode and V2L. The ID. Tiguan may become the first VW EV officially sold in Malaysia.