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The cancellation of the US policy promoting electric vehicle production and sales by President Trump could impact Indonesia. GAIKINDO in Indonesia believes that the growth of internal combustion engine vehicles must continue, noting that the low resale value of electric vehicles is a reason for public hesitation. The Indonesian government is offering hybrid vehicle incentives to boost the sale of environmentally friendly vehicles.

The 2026 Cadillac XT5 midsize SUV debuts with four trims priced ¥379,900-459,900, limited-time offers from ¥234,900. Year-update keeps shield grille and 7-shape lamps, adds five new colors. Cabin gains 33-inch 9K curved display; Metropolitan trim aligns tail-lamps/wheels with upper grades, Premium Luxury offers Platinum-level Opera interior, Luxury adds ventilated seats and wheel heating.

Mercedes-Maybach launches the GLS 480 Li Yi Edition at 1.498 million RMB, becoming the range’s entry trim with 4- or 5-seat layouts. Vertical chrome grille, MAYBACH badging, 22-/23-inch exclusive wheels and 15 paint options continue brand DNA. A 3.0T inline-6 plus 48V mild-hybrid drives the 3 135 mm-wheelbase luxury SUV, lowering the ownership threshold without cutting opulence.

On Sept 23 Huawei’s HIMA will launch the AITO M7 refresh (pre-sale USD 40-51k, 150k orders in 24h) alongside the new Stelato H5 (USD 23-29k, >101k small orders). The M7 adds a 192-line LiDAR, ADS 3.0, new diamond grille and 1,300 km range, while the H5 brings HarmonyOS 4.0, 15.6-in 2.8K screen, 800 V 200 km/5 min charging and standard CDC dampers. Both share Huawei retail and super-charging networks, aiming to push HIMA monthly sales past 30k units.

BYD will launch the second-generation Qin PLUS compact sedan on Sept 25. Design carries over, with DM-i large grille and EV closed face; cabin adds four-spoke wheel, twin wireless chargers and cup-holders. Current DiPilot 100 ADAS packs 29 sensors for highway pilot, auto-park and AEB. The 5th-gen DM hybrid couples a 1.5 L high-efficiency engine, EHS e-drive and Blade Battery to deliver 120 kW motor output, 43/90 km electric range and a record 2.9 L/100 km depleted consumption, pushing total range beyond 2,000 km and reinforcing its A-segment efficiency leadership.

On Sept 22 Aion launched the refreshed compact sedan RT in four trims priced 99,800-123,800 RMB, or 85,800-109,800 RMB after comprehensive subsidies. All versions now feature CATL batteries. The facelift keeps the closed grille, fastback profile and 2,775 mm wheelbase. Purchase incentives include up to 24,000 RMB trade-in support, 0-interest loans, lifetime three-electric and battery-pack warranties linked directly to CATL for first owners.