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Nissan plans to export electric vehicles (EVs) from its Chinese factories to Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and other regions starting in 2026. The N7 mid-size sedan, the first EV developed in China, will be among the first to be exported. Nissan has invested in China's IAT Automobile Technology to develop software for export markets. Additionally, Nissan has established a joint venture with Dongfeng Motor Group to handle vehicle exports. Nissan aims to leverage the cost-effectiveness of Chinese EVs to enhance its competitiveness in overseas markets.

Dongfeng Honda will launch the updated HR-V on Jan 8, adding Pro and Max variants. The compact SUV keeps its blacked-out honeycomb styling, measures 4569/1840/1611 mm on a 2655 mm wheelbase, and pairs a 134 kW/240 Nm 1.5T with CVT. Independent rear suspension and CONNECT 3.0 infotainment are standard; prices are promised to be more attractive.

BMW Group has finalized the trademark transfer of ALPINA, the 60-year-old BMW-tuned performance and customization marque, now operating as an independent high-performance sub-brand within the group, set to expand bespoke models and performance upgrades in the luxury segment.

The JMEV Yi, a C-segment EV measuring 4675×1835×1480 mm with a 2750 mm wheelbase, was spied on Malaysian roads wearing trade plate B 5034 A. The export version pairs a 63 kWh NMC battery with a 147 PS/225 Nm motor for 460 km WLTP range and 30-min 30-80 % DC charging. Chinese pricing starts at RMB 129,800 [46], suggesting a local price from around RM75k if launched.

Changan’s Rayong, Thailand plant—RM 581 million investment, 100 k annual capacity—has shipped its first 500 Deepal S05 SUVs (EV & REEV) to Europe within six months of start-up. Bermaz was to import the S05 CBU into Malaysia, but 2026 rules require new-brand CBU EVs to be priced ≥ RM 250k and deliver ≥ 200 kW; the S05 EV falls short on power, leaving its local launch subject to homologation timing.

Effective Jan 1, 2026, BMW China cut MSRPs on 31 core models: 24 drops exceed 10 % and five top 20 %, led by the i7 M70L at –301 k CNY. Post-adjustment, ten variants now start below 300 k CNY, with the 225L M Sport at 208 k CNY. Covering EVs and ICE across all segments, BMW labels the move a “value upgrade,” stressing final transaction prices remain dealer-set.