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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.

NIO officially launched the 2026 ES6 and EC6 on April 2, with the ES6 priced at 338,000 yuan (230,000 yuan with BaaS) and EC6 at 358,000 yuan (250,000 yuan with BaaS). Nature Adventure special editions start at 350,000 and 370,000 yuan respectively. Updates include Moon 3.0 exterior package and 20-inch forged wheels, with special editions featuring exclusive Star Green/Cloud White paints and 21-inch wheels. Customers locking orders before April 30 receive zero-gravity seats, five-year NOP+ subscription and additional limited-time benefits.

SAIC Volkswagen opened pre-sales for the ID. ERA 9X on March 30, offering Pro, Max and Ultra AWD variants from 329,800 yuan. The flagship SUV debuts as the first production vehicle equipped with XinXin HangTu X7 "super-core" AI chip, specifically designed for intelligent driving with 10x larger deployable model parameters versus general-purpose chips through dedicated NPU architecture. The X7 has secured AEC-Q100, SEMI TRUST MARK and ISO26262 ASIL-B/ASIL-D certifications, backed by investors including SAIC Motor, Chery Auto and the National AI Industry Investment Fund, marking a milestone for domestic large-model autonomous driving silicon in premium vehicle segments.

Tesla Malaysia officially launched the Model Y L six-seat long-wheelbase variant as the new range-topping Premium AWD, with estimated pricing of RM260,000 and Q2 2026 delivery. The stretched wheelbase accommodates a 2-2-2 three-row configuration with second-row captain chairs and third-row ISOFIX mounts. Equipped with an 82 kWh NMC battery delivering 681 km WLTP range, dual motors produce 462 PS for 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds. New features include adaptive damping, 18-speaker audio, rear passenger screen, optimized aerodynamics with exclusive Cosmic Silver paint and 19-inch Machina wheels.

Mercedes-Benz unveiled the new GLS flagship full-size SUV, representing the second mid-cycle facelift with comprehensive upgrades across design, interior, intelligence, chassis and powertrain. Exterior enhancements include larger star-pattern grille and new LED headlamps with integrated star motifs. Powertrain features a flat-plane crankshaft V8 with standard pre-scan air suspension and upgraded driver assistance. The Maybach GLS will receive simultaneous updates. Global launch scheduled for late 2026 with China introduction planned for 2027.

BYD's luxury brand Denza announced the Malaysian introduction of the B8 flagship SUV (known as Fangchengbao Bao 8 in China), now open for customer registration. The D-segment full-size off-road SUV measures 5,195 mm long with a 2,920 mm wheelbase, featuring a 2+3+2 seven-seat configuration. The PHEV powertrain combines a 2.0L turbocharged engine with dual electric motors via a Dedicated Hybrid Transmission, delivering 748 PS and 760 Nm for 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds. Equipped with a 36.8 kWh Blade Battery supporting 120 kW DC fast charging, the B8 offers 125 km electric range and 1,200 km combined range.