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Chery, China's top car exporter, announced plans to establish an R&D center in Paris to develop a Europe-specific small city car tailored to local consumer preferences. The move marks Chery's strategic pivot from its SUV-focused European entry—via Omoda and Jaecoo brands—into the continent's iconic compact segment. "We want to build a French car for the French," stated Hanbang Yu, Chery France director, emphasizing the company's commitment to understanding regional design tastes. The initiative targets France's significant small car market, positioning Chery to compete against established European urban runabouts like the Fiat Cinquecento and Renault Twingo on their home terrain.

Geely has unveiled the Galaxy Starship 7 EV, expanding its NEV lineup beyond the existing PHEV variants priced from 101,800 to 129,800 yuan. The BEV model retains the PHEV's overall design with revised details, including a flatter lower air intake, full-width black trim extending to the fog lamp areas, and charging port relocated to the front fender. The Starship 7 EV delivers a maximum CLTC range of 605 km.

Chery International's Lepas brand has globally premiered the L6 PHEV at Auto China 2026, alongside the L4 EV and L6 EV, expanding its NEV lineup on the dedicated LEX intelligent new energy platform. The L4 EV features a front-mounted single motor (211 PS/288 Nm), a 61.1 kWh LFP battery with 500 km NEDC range, and 80 kW DC fast charging. The L6 EV offers a 67.08 kWh battery, 510 km NEDC range, 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds, and 120 kW fast charging. The L6 PHEV debuts the Lepas Super Hybrid (LSH) system, combining a 1.5L turbo engine, electric motor, and single-speed DHT for a combined 275 PS and 365 Nm, with 107 km EV range and 1,200 km total range.

The Jetour T1 SUV is scheduled for its Malaysian unveiling at the Penang Autoshow 2026. Measuring 4,706 mm in length with a 2,810 mm wheelbase, the T1 is positioned below the larger T2 in the brand's lineup. Powertrain options include 1.5-litre and 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engines, both producing 184 PS and 290 Nm, paired with seven-speed dual-clutch and eight-speed automatic transmissions respectively. The T1 previously achieved a five-star ASEAN NCAP safety rating, and is priced from 124,900 yuan in China.

BYD's Fangchengbao Tai 7 EV Flash-Charging Edition will officially launch on April 29, following its pre-order phase priced from RMB 220,000 to RMB 250,000. The model features second-generation Blade Battery flash-charging technology, with the two-wheel-drive variant offering up to 755 km of CLTC electric range. Exterior design retains the rugged Titanium Energy front fascia with dual-layer headlights, a full-width front bumper, and H-shaped silver underbody protection, while a front trunk enhances practicality.

GAC AION has officially launched the N60 compact SUV, built on the AEP3.0 dedicated EV architecture. The model is offered in three variants priced from RMB 109,800 to RMB 129,800, with limited-time discounts available. Standard equipment includes LiDAR and 4D millimetre-wave radar across all trims, with range options of 410 km, 510 km, and 610 km. Launch incentives comprise financial subsidies, trade-in allowances, lifetime battery warranty for the first owner, and a four-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty.