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Xiaomi Auto announced the next-gen SU7 will arrive at 492 stores across 143 cities from March 4, with official launch in April priced between 229,900-309,900 yuan. The updated design features new Capri Blue paint and dark interior, with restyled front grille integrating mmWave radar. ADAS hardware is comprehensively upgraded with standard LiDAR, 4D mmWave radar and 700TOPS computing chips across all variants. The lineup offers Standard, Pro and Max versions with 720-902km CLTC range; the Max features 897V architecture enabling 670km range in 15 minutes, plus dual-chamber air suspension and CDC dampers.

Geely Riddara Thailand is evaluating plans for a local EV production facility following its October 2024 market entry with the RD6 electric pick-up. General manager Cao Feng expressed confidence in the long-term growth potential of BEV pick-ups despite current market slowdowns, citing superior energy efficiency over fossil fuel counterparts. The RD6 is priced between 899,000-1,299,000 baht, offering RWD and dual-motor 4WD variants with 63-86 kWh batteries, 815 mm wading depth and 1,030 kg payload capacity. The company targets 3,000-5,000 unit sales this year with new single-cab fleet variants, while exploring expansion into Myanmar, Laos, the Philippines and Malaysia.

MINI has officially launched the Cooper SE Electric 'Racing Driver' edition in China, priced at 259,800 yuan. The model offers a 15,000 yuan flexible option package including Driving Assistant Plus, Parking Assistant Plus, and a 10-speaker Harman/Kardon sound system. Design cues include signature round LED headlights, a new octagonal grille, and sculpted bonnet lines. Three exclusive colours are available. Dimensions measure 3,863/1,756/1,458 mm (L/W/H) with a 2,495 mm wheelbase and 210-litre boot capacity, targeting the premium compact EV segment.

The Proton eMas 7 PHEV Prime base variant has been unveiled, priced at RM109,800 on-the-road without insurance—RM14,000 less than the Premium and RM20,000 below the Premium Plus. With a RM4,000 launch rebate for the first 5,000 customers, the effective price drops to RM105,800, making it Malaysia's cheapest plug-in hybrid. The Prime pairs a 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine with a 218 PS electric motor for a combined 262 PS and 262 Nm, driven to the front wheels. An 18.4 kWh CATL LFP battery delivers 83 km electric range and 943 km combined range. Standard equipment includes 18-inch aero-design wheels, auto LED headlamps, 7-kW onboard AC charger, plus V2L and V2V functions. Performance figures include 0-100 km/h in 8 seconds and a top speed of 170 km/h.

SAIC's MG S5 EV has commenced local CKD production at EPMB's Pegoh plant in Malacca, with the ceremony officiated by the state's Chief Minister. The CKD variant features a significant power upgrade to 202 hp and 350 Nm—34 hp and 100 Nm more than the CBU version—retaining rear-wheel drive with multi-link rear suspension. It packs a 62 kWh CATL LFP battery supporting 150 kW DC fast charging (10-80% in 26 minutes) and delivers 446 km WLTP range. Dimensions are slightly smaller than the Proton eMas 7, with 453 litres boot space expandable to 1,441 litres. Safety features include MG ADAS 2.5 with five-star Euro NCAP and ASEAN NCAP ratings. Estimated pricing starts from RM120,000, with early bird packages worth RM10,000 including cash rebates, a 7 kW wallbox charger, and charging credits. Monthly production is projected at 120-180 units, with annual capacity of 1,500-2,000 units; the facility will also assemble Xpeng models in the future.

Officially announced, the Binguo S 525km flagship edition will launch on March 13. As a new variant, the model extends its range to 525km while maintaining the current exterior design with rounded polygonal headlights and full-width taillights. Dimensions are 4265/1785/1600mm with a 2610mm wheelbase. The interior aligns with the 430km flagship trim, featuring an 8.88-inch full LCD instrument panel and 12.8-inch floating central touchscreen integrated with DeepSeek AI model, supporting Hicar/Carlink/Carplay smartphone connectivity.