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Honda plans to source around 400,000 hybrid vehicle batteries from Toyota’s North Carolina plant to circumvent tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump. Toyota’s $14 billion factory, its first battery plant outside Japan, will begin production next month. This move is part of a broader trend among Japanese automakers to restructure supply chains in response to US tariffs. Demand for efficient hybrids is rising in the US, while President Trump plans to scrap his predecessor’s initiative to promote electric vehicles. By 2030, hybrid vehicle sales in the US are projected to double last year’s figure to 4.12 million units, accounting for a quarter of new car sales. Honda aims to sell 1.3 million hybrids globally (excluding China) by 2030, a 50% increase from last year. However, Trump’s trade policies pose challenges, with a 20% tariff on Chinese imports and plans to raise tariffs on Japanese car imports from 2.5% to 25%. Japan exports 1.3 million cars to the US annually, and the tariff hike is expected to cost Japan’s six major automakers approximately $20 billion.

The 2026 Tank 500 Hi4 - T / Hi4 - Z has started pre - sale. The new model is positioned as a mid - large SUV. It retains the classic exterior design and adds a roof - mounted lidar, equipped with the third - generation Coffee Pilot Ultra intelligent driving system. The interior is upgraded with a 12.3 - inch instrument screen, a 14.6 - inch center console screen and a HUD display, and the Coffee OS 3 system is installed. It also adds a far - infrared night - vision system. In terms of configuration, it is equipped with Nappa leather seats, a 17.3 - inch ceiling screen, a compressor - controlled cold and warm box and other luxury configurations. In terms of power, the Hi4 - T version uses a combination of a 2.0T engine, a single motor and a 9HAT transmission, while the Hi4 - Z version is equipped with a 2.0T engine, dual - motor and 3 - speed DHT transmission.

The 2026 Haval Maval Hi4 is set to launch on August 19th, featuring upgrades in both exterior and interior design. The vehicle sports a new mesh grille and square headlights for a rugged look. Measuring 4,800×1,950×1,843 mm with a wheelbase of 2,738 mm, the interior includes a new two-spoke steering wheel, a column-mounted gear selector, a 3D instrument cluster, and a floating center console screen with 540-degree panoramic imaging and Coffee OS. The vehicle is equipped with the second-generation Hi4 technology and a 35.43 kWh battery pack, offering a CLTC pure-electric range of 200 km.

On August 9th, the Geely Galaxy A7 was officially launched, with over 10,000 orders placed on the first day. A grand delivery ceremony was held at the Geely Automobile Guiyang Manufacturing Base. As the first plug-in hybrid sedan based on the GEA new energy architecture, the Galaxy A7 is priced at 81,800 yuan with a limited-time offer. It features the Raytheon AI hybrid 2.0 system, with a CLTC fuel consumption of just 2.67L per 100 km and a combined range of over 2,100 km. The vehicle is equipped with the Qianli Haohan H3 driving assistance system and the new Galaxy Flyme Auto smart cockpit, with a wheelbase of 2,845 mm. It offers two pure-electric ranges of 70 km and 150 km, with 37kW DC fast charging, allowing a 30%-80% charge in just 18 minutes.

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has released spy shots of the new AITO T5. The exterior has been refreshed, with the removal of the black trim between the headlights, optimized front bumper with new air intakes, and an active grille. The vehicle measures 4,760×1,936×1,650 mm with a wheelbase of 2,845 mm. The rear features an updated rear bumper with a crossover design, while the taillights remain unchanged. The powertrain is consistent with the current model.

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has released spy shots of the new Geely Xingrui. The exterior has been refreshed with a larger grille, more prominent front lip, and larger air intakes on the front bumper, giving it a sportier look. The vehicle retains the current side profile with the addition of red brake calipers. It measures 4,825×1,869×1,469 mm with a wheelbase of 2,800 mm, with the increased length mainly due to adjustments in the front bumper. The rear features a larger license plate area on the rear bumper, quad exhaust tips, and a small spoiler, maintaining its sporty appearance.