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Compiled and translated from Chinese and international auto media — every article links back to its original source.
Geely Monjaro EM-i Sets Guinness Record in Egypt’s Deserts
The plug-in hybrid SUV covered a 188.6-kilometer desert route ahead of its planned Philippine arrival on October 28.
CarGuide.PH (Philippines) · 2026-10-19
Li Auto sets October 20 event as in-house battery program expands
The company plans to discuss its latest EV research and development, eight days before the updated Li i6 is due to launch in China.
CnEVPost · 2026-10-19
BYD Details Second-Generation Blade Battery Improvements
The updated LFP battery combines a 5% increase in energy density with faster ion transport, thermal management and safety testing.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-19
BYD Dolphin Mini GL Enters Brazil’s 2027 Lineup With a New Color
The entry trim is offered for R$110,000, but dealer-reported changes are limited to a metallic gray paint option. BYD had not officially confirmed the update.
Motor1 Brasil (Brazil) · 2026-10-18
GWM’s Islamabad Roadshow Features Nine Electrified Vehicles
The October 18 event at Lake View Park offers test drives of all nine vehicles, including five models with announced ex-factory prices.
PakWheels Blog (Pakistan) · 2026-10-18
BYD Still Assessing Whether to Bring the Racco Kei EV to Indonesia
The compact electric car has reached markets beyond Japan, but BYD Indonesia says it has not decided whether or when to launch it locally.
Detik Oto (Indonesia) · 2026-10-18
BYD Sealion 6 PHEV Gets Discounts of Up to ฿80,000 in Thailand
The Thai-assembled 2026 model is offered at promotional prices from ฿799,900 to ฿969,900 during BYD’s October 17–18 Golden Weekend.
Autolife Thailand (Thailand) · 2026-10-17
BYD Plans Urban Driving Assist and Five-Minute Charging Push in Europe
The Denza Z9 GT is set to receive God’s Eye’s city-navigation functions in 2027, subject to local approvals. BYD is also promoting its ultra-fast charging technology in Europe.
El Carro Colombiano (Colombia) · 2026-10-16
iCaur V25 Range-Extended SUV Set for Brazil in 2027
The Chery Group brand’s rugged-looking electrified SUV pairs a 33.6-kWh battery with a petrol engine used only to generate electricity.
Quatro Rodas (Brazil) · 2026-10-16
BYD’s Two-Day Brazil Sales Event Offers R$25,000 Off King GL
The October 16–17 promotion also covers the Song Plus, Song Premium 4x4 and Dolphin GS, with trade-in and financing offers and home charging equipment.
Notícias Automotivas (Brazil) · 2026-10-16
Firefly to Add 60-kWh Battery Option on October 23
Nio says the larger CATL pack will offer a CLTC range of 560 km and be available to both new buyers and current owners.
CnEVPost · 2026-10-16
Leapmotor C10 CKD to cost RM125,000 at Malaysia’s ACE 2026
The locally assembled electric SUV gets a RM4,000 show discount, with extra booking incentives and a prize draw at the October 31–November 1 event.
Paul Tan's Automotive News (Malaysia) · 2026-10-16
BYD Seal 5 DM-i Gets THB 100,000 Discounts in Thailand
A two-day Golden Weekend offer cuts the Thailand-assembled plug-in hybrid’s Standard and Premium prices, while the Dynamic trim is excluded.
Autolife Thailand (Thailand) · 2026-10-16
Leapmotor B10 Range-Extender Variant Goes on Sale in Brazil for R$179,990
The B10 Ultra-Hybrid pairs rear-wheel electric drive with a gasoline generator and is rated for about 900 km of combined WLTP range.
Notícias Automotivas (Brazil) · 2026-10-15
BYD Shark Earns Five-Star Euro NCAP Safety Rating
The plug-in hybrid pickup scored strongly across occupant protection and driver-assistance tests ahead of its European debut at the 2026 Paris Motor Show.
Autocosmos Chile (Chile) · 2026-10-15