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CATL Unveils Battery-Swap Range-Extender System for Heavy Trucks
The A+B setup pairs a large swappable pack with a smaller backup battery, as CATL expands its QiJi network and targets 13,000 initial truck orders.
CarNewsChina · 2026-10-20
Omoda 7 SHS-H Hybrid Set for Brazil in 2027 with 5-kWh Self-Charging Battery
The full hybrid is expected to cost less than the current plug-in Omoda 7, while Omoda says the larger battery could help deliver a driving range of up to 1,500 km.
Quatro Rodas (Brazil) · 2026-10-20
Nio’s Firefly to Gain a 560-km Battery Version in China
The electric hatchback is due to receive a 60-kWh CATL battery on October 23, with existing owners also eligible for an upgrade. Pricing for the new battery option has not been announced.
ArabGT (Saudi Arabia) · 2026-10-20
Fjord Green Denza Z9GT Spotted in Malaysia, Hinting at New Batch
The electric flagship has appeared in a colour not officially offered in Malaysia, after its first batch reportedly sold out.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-20
Epicland’s First Huawei-CATL Battery-Swap Model Planned for 2027
A report says the model will be the first product in a partnership linking Huawei’s automotive business, CATL and its battery-swap operator. The vehicle has not been identified.
CnEVPost · 2026-10-20
Smart #3 Priced at THB 1.549 Million in Thailand
The China-imported electric SUV coupe will be sold and serviced through a network of 10 Mercedes-Benz dealer locations.
Autolife Thailand (Thailand) · 2026-10-20
Chery Details Battery Roadmap, Including 400 Wh/kg Solid-State Cells
The company says its liquid-electrolyte cells can reach 12C peak charging, while a solid-state pilot line is scheduled to begin operating in 2027.
CarNewsChina · 2026-10-20
iCAUR V23 Range Challenge in Singapore Beats Its WLTP Rating
Nine of 10 participants exceeded the electric SUV’s official 312 km range during a no-charging driving challenge.
OneShift (Singapore) · 2026-10-20
GAC AION UT Gets THB 20,000 Discount in Thailand
The locally assembled electric hatchback is offered from THB 499,900, with two battery and powertrain options.
Autolife Thailand (Thailand) · 2026-10-20
Geely Debuts Monjaro EM-i Hybrid SUV in Paris with 116 km EV Range
The D-segment SUV leads Geely’s Paris 2026 electrified-model display, with a 1.5-liter turbo hybrid system and a claimed 116 km of electric driving under WLTP.
Autonoticias.cl (Chile) · 2026-10-19
Huawei’s Newcool joins CATL’s battery-swap network partnership
The companies plan to connect Huawei Qiankun-equipped vehicles with CATL’s Choco swap stations, though no compatible models or service launch date have been announced.
CnEVPost · 2026-10-19
BAIC BJ60e Arrives in Brazil for Approval Testing
The body-on-frame SUV uses electric motors to drive its wheels, with a gasoline engine acting as a range extender. Its Brazilian launch is expected in 2027 or 2028.
Quatro Rodas (Brazil) · 2026-10-19
Omoda 7 HEV Could Join Brazil Lineup With 5-kWh Battery
The unconfirmed full-hybrid version is expected to retain the current SUV’s size and styling, with a possible price near R$230,000.
Notícias Automotivas (Brazil) · 2026-10-19
Chery Pakistan Cuts Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid Price by PKR 850,000
The limited-stock offer brings the plug-in hybrid SUV to PKR 9,499,000 and includes a complimentary 7 kW home charger.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-10-19
BYD Flash Charging Opens at Danza Dealerships in Indonesia
The 1,500 kW-per-gun system is available at 10 Danza dealerships, including a new facility in Tangerang, and is compatible with two models.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-19