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Chery's new brand, Lepas (pronounced "leap-pass"), announced its official entry into the Malaysian market in the first half of 2026, with the L8 SUV—the rebranded second-generation Tiggo 8—as its initial flagship model. The company plans to establish at least 30 sales and service outlets across Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia by the end of 2026, along with immersive "lifestyle experience centers" in the Klang Valley. The Lepas lineup (L4/L6/L8) is developed on Chery's global new energy platform, supporting various body sizes and powertrain configurations, targeting urban millennials who seek individuality and a balance between career and family.

The Zeekr 8X full-size plug-in hybrid SUV leaks its cabin: a single pane spans dash-to-passenger, freeing a wide T-console with wireless charger and Naim audio; a fixed roof screen and zero-gravity right-rear seat with privacy shade complete the lounge feel. Riding on the SEA-S hybrid architecture, the 5100×1998×1780mm, 3069mm-wheelbase 5/6-seater pairs a 205kW 2.0T with three motors for 1030kW total and charges 300km+ in 10min via 6C ultra-fast battery; launch is set for H1 2026, top trim near ¥500k.

Hyundai will unveil the production IONIQ 3 in April 2026. The compact electric SUV rides on the E-GMP 400V platform, sporting a closed grille, split LED light strips and a fast-back tail with integrated spoiler; a high-performance IONIQ 3 N is slated for 2027.

Volvo unveiled the EX60 duo—its first SPA3-platform EVs. The 4.8-metre-long, 0.26-drag SUV offers single- or twin-motor layouts, up to 810 km CLTC range and 800 V architecture adding 340 km in 10 min. The Cross Country variant adds air suspension, Frost Green paint and skid plates, raising ride height 40 mm for rough terrain. Production starts this spring in Sweden, with European deliveries this summer.

Spy shots reveal the facelifted Mercedes-AMG SL undergoing cold-weather tests. The 2021-generation roadster gains the brand’s new star-shaped LED headlights and a broader grille, plus a reprofiled bumper, front splitter and intakes for better aero. A prototype rear bumper and exhaust borrowed from the Maybach SL 680 hint at further revisions before launch. Powertrain line-up—ranging from the 422-hp 2.0-litre I4 to the 816-hp SL 63 S E Performance plug-in hybrid—will carry over with minor upgrades.

TGR unveiled the GR Yaris Sébastien Ogier 9× World Champion Edition to honour Ogier’s record-tying ninth WRC title in 2025. Limited to 200 cars—100 for Japan and 100 for Europe—sales begin via lottery on the GR app in spring 2026. Built on the 2025 Aero package, the car adds Ogier-tuned “SEB.” (40:60 split) and “MORIZO” (max-lock 4WD) modes, exclusive Black Gravite paint, French-tricolour accents, blue calipers and a rally-style wheel, each numbered to commemorate the championship.