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Li Auto i6 Covers 811.4 km in Urban Battery Test
The 96 kWh SUV exceeded its 780 km CLTC rating during an 18-hour test, with Li Auto attributing the result to its battery and powertrain updates.
CarNewsChina · 2026-10-23
BYD Song Pro GL Plug-in Hybrid Gets R$28,500 Discount in Brazil
The entry-level SUV is advertised for R$161,490 through the end of October, although the offer appears to apply to the pre-facelift model.
Motor1 Brasil (Brazil) · 2026-10-23
Geely EX2 production passes one million
The electric hatchback reached the milestone about two years after production began, as Geely expands output across several countries.
Autocosmos Chile (Chile) · 2026-10-23
Chery Unveils 1,440 kW EV Charging System, Targets 20,000 Stations by 2029
The automaker says its Volt-Dragon system can add 500 km of range in five minutes, but has not yet named compatible models.
Autonocion (ES) · 2026-10-23
GWM Wey G9 HEV Set for Test Drives at Malaysia’s ACE 2026
The seven-seat hybrid MPV will be available to try at Setia City Convention Centre on October 31 and November 1. Malaysian pricing starts at RM249,800 before insurance.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-23
Xpeng Mona L05 EREV Covers 1,194 km in China Road Test
The crossover completed a Guangzhou-to-Wenzhou run without recharging or refueling, recording 94.77% of its claimed CLTC range.
CarNewsChina · 2026-10-23
Nio Firefly Adds a 60 kWh Battery With Up to 560 km of CLTC Range
The new CATL ternary-battery option is priced from 136,800 yuan, with a monthly rental alternative and upgrade access for existing owners.
CarNewsChina · 2026-10-23
MG backs U9 EV towing plans with Australia’s growing charger network
The electric ute is rated to tow 3.5 tonnes and has a 430km WLTP range, but MG has not disclosed how far it can travel while towing.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-23
CATL and BAIC Set One-Million Battery-Swap EV Goal
The Chinese companies will work together on vehicle development, battery supply and swap-station expansion, with BAIC opening its dealer network to support CATL’s system.
CarNewsChina · 2026-10-23
Chery Unveils 1.44 MW Volt-dragon Charging System in China
The automaker says the network can add 500 km of range in five minutes and plans to open 100 stations across 10 Chinese cities.
CarNewsChina · 2026-10-22
Omoda C7 Hybrid Set for Malaysia in 2027 with 5-kWh Battery
The HEV variant was announced at Chery’s international summit in China. Omoda has not yet disclosed full technical specifications, but says the battery enables 2.2-kW vehicle-to-load capability.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-22
BAIC to Link Multiple Brands to CATL’s Battery-Swap Network
The companies will develop compatible vehicles and stations, with BAIC opening its dealership network to support CATL’s Choco swap system.
CnEVPost · 2026-10-22
CATL targets five-minute battery swaps to keep electric trucks moving
Its dual-battery system pairs a swappable pack with a permanent reserve, while CATL plans a large swap-station network in China.
Autonocion (ES) · 2026-10-22
Chery Outlines DPF Strategy for Stockman Diesel PHEV
The Australian-bound ute can keep its diesel engine running to charge its battery and generate exhaust heat for filter regeneration, even when electric power is available.
CarExpert (Australia) · 2026-10-22
Omoda O4 Set for Indonesian Production in November, Price to Follow
Omoda says the electric model will enter production in Indonesia in November 2026, when it also plans to reveal the official price. Bookings are already open.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-22