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Changan officially launched the UNI-V hybrid on September 12 with two models at official prices of 114,900-119,900 yuan and limited-time prices of 109,900-113,900 yuan. The exterior continues the fuel version design with a closed front grille, three-section air intakes, dual four-exhaust outlets, connected taillights and a standard electric rear spoiler. Dimensions are 4,740/1,838/1,435mm with a 2,750mm wheelbase. Interior features 256-color ambient lighting, sport seats with 3-mode driver ventilation/heating, SUPER RACE 3.0 track mode, Tencent TTI Sound AI audio, 18 speakers, Dolby Atmos and ENC active noise cancellation. Boot space is 465L, expandable to 1,090L. The 1.5L hybrid powertrain (engine 110kW/220Nm, motor 180kW) delivers 0-100km/h in 6.98 seconds with 4.28L/100km WLTC combined fuel consumption.

Geely Galaxy E5 refresh will launch September 23 with exterior tweaks including a redesigned front bumper with active grille and lidar on the roof. Dimensions grow to 4,636/1,920/1,670mm with 2,750mm wheelbase, with conventional door handles replacing flush ones. Interior gets a new steering wheel, crystal rotary dial and heads-up display plus a larger frunk. Single motor produces 245kW, 85kW more than the current model, with AI charging technology and the new Shentan short-blade battery. Suspension remains front MacPherson and rear multi-link independent setup.

Volvo has unveiled the updated XC60 and XC90 with significantly extended plug-in hybrid range. Battery capacity doubles from 18.8kWh to 41.2kWh (37.9kWh usable), moved into the floor from the trunk. The XC60 delivers up to 200km and XC90 up to 164km WLTP pure electric range, over 2.5x and 2.6x respectively. The XC60 gets a new grille, bumper, hood, fenders and redesigned Thor's Hammer Matrix LED headlights, plus updated tailgate and taillights. Interior features an 11.2-inch central screen with latest Volvo UX system and Google Gemini voice assistant. Both retain the 2.0L four-cylinder + rear motor PHEV with 8-speed auto, delivering up to 1,240km total range. B5 mild-hybrid also available.

The 2027 BYD Yuan UP will launch on September 17 with 5 variants priced from 75,000 to 105,000 yuan. The exterior maintains the current design with a new blue paint option, semi-flush door handles and charging port moved to the right rear fender. Dimensions are 4,335/1,830/1,675mm with a 2,620mm wheelbase. Interior features a 12.8-inch central screen (10.1-inch for base), 8.8-inch full LCD instrument cluster and 8-inch HUD for top variant. Two motor options produce 120kW and 100kW, with 42.313kWh or 52.468kWh batteries delivering 410km and 505km CLTC range respectively.

At IAA Transportation, Volvo Group, Daimler Truck, Toyota, Bosch, Air Liquide, TotalEnergies, TEAL Mobility and MB Energy unveiled plans to accelerate hydrogen truck rollout across Europe, with Germany now having all conditions in place for scalable deployment by 2030. Daimler Truck customers have driven nearly 600,000 km with fuel cell trucks, with plans to deploy 100 next-generation fuel cell trucks from end of 2026 and launch hydrogen combustion engine trucks in 2027. Toyota provides fuel cell technology partnership while Bosch supplies key gaseous hydrogen components. Energy companies are building high-capacity refueling stations serving up to 100 trucks daily, targeting cost parity with diesel. Germany's NOW funding program was oversubscribed with over 70 stations and 800 trucks applied for.

Volkswagen has unveiled the Mission Efficiency concept, claimed as the world's most efficient near-production electric car. Built on the MEB+ architecture, it completed an official test drive of 1,278.36 km consuming just 7.51 kWh/100 km including charging losses (6.89 kWh without). It features a 135 PS motor with 54.9 kWh battery, achieving a drag coefficient of 0.158 with 2.08 sq m frontal area. Aerodynamic features include active cooling flaps, clad rear wheels, full underbody cladding and flush door handles. Continental concept tyres have rolling resistance of 4.9 kg/tonne, approximately 25% below the EU Class A threshold. The 370W photovoltaic system integrated into the roof and boot lid can add up to 30 km range daily. Dimensions are 4,775 mm long and 1,392 mm tall with 2+2 seating and 481 litres of luggage space. At speeds above 80 km/h, energy consumption is over 30% lower than the standard ID. Polo.