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Li Auto reported August 2026 deliveries of 37,679 units, bringing cumulative deliveries to 1,801,834 units. The new Li MEGA launches on September 2 and Li i9 mid-September. The Li i9 is a six-seat pure electric SUV (5,225/1,970/1,752mm, 3,168mm wheelbase) with four standard LiDARs, dual motors (150kW front + 250kW rear) and 101kWh battery delivering 680-705 km range. In H1 2026, the Li i6 ranked among the top 3 best-selling vehicles above 200,000 yuan for seven consecutive months. Mahou VLA will roll out to Thor and Orin-X platform users in September. As of August 31, Li Auto operates 487 retail centers (160 cities), 533 service centers (218 cities) and 4,162 supercharging stations with 22,939 piles.

A Chery Q electric prototype has been spotted testing on Malaysian roads, positioned as a B-segment EV hatchback to compete with the Proton eMas 5. Measuring 4,195/1,811/1,573mm with a 2,700mm wheelbase, it is larger than the eMas 5. The Thailand-spec features a 122hp rear motor with a 41.278kWh LFP battery delivering 400km NEDC range (340km WLTP), supporting 85kW DC fast charging (30-80% in 16 minutes). Features include an 8.8-inch instrument display, 15.6-inch touchscreen, 50W wireless charging, 360-degree camera and powered tailgate (375L + 70L front). Expected under RM100,000 but priced above the eMas 5.

Spy shots of the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra facelift have emerged in China. The model retains the fastback silhouette with carbon fiber mirrors, roof-mounted LiDAR and ceramic brakes, while the rear features a large goose-neck spoiler with DRS for improved downforce. A new quad-motor powertrain delivering over 2,054hp is expected, a significant jump from the current 1,548hp tri-motor setup. For reference, the current version accelerates 0-100 km/h in 1.98 seconds with a top speed exceeding 350 km/h.

The 2027 ZEEKR 7X will launch in Q4 with unchanged exterior design but new color options and an available 85kWh Golden Brick battery. The current model is priced at 229,800-269,800 yuan, equipped standard with Thor chip and Qianli H7 autonomous driving. Powertrain options include RWD 370kW with 75/103kWh battery and AWD 585kW with 103kWh, offering up to 802km range. Current purchase benefits include free rear electric sofa, fridge and 20-inch wheels, plus choice of 5-year 0% finance, 10,000 yuan discount or premium gift.

The Ferrari Amalfi Spider has made its Southeast Asian debut in Kuala Lumpur, essentially the convertible version of the Roma Spider. Measuring 4,660/1,974/1,305mm with a 2,670mm wheelbase, it features a five-layer fabric soft top that opens in 13.5 seconds and can operate while driving at up to 60 km/h. The 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8 delivers 640 hp and 760 Nm, paired with an 8-speed Magna wet dual-clutch gearbox, achieving 0-100 km/h in 3.3 seconds and a 320 km/h top speed. The soft-top mechanism adds weight to 1,556 kg with a 48:52 weight distribution. Estimated price is over RM3 million.

Mitsubishi has officially unveiled the all-new Pajero globally, marking the return of the iconic off-road SUV as the brand's flagship model. The "Grand Charisma" design language preserves the boxy, rugged aesthetic with a 2,870mm wheelbase and three-row seven-seat layout. The cabin features dual 14.3-inch screens and a digital triple-gauge cluster displaying altitude, compass and off-road data. Motivation comes from a 2.4L turbo diesel producing 480Nm, paired with an 8-speed automatic. The Super Select 4WD-II system offers four drive modes and seven drive modes, enhanced by the S-AWC system. Built on a ladder-frame chassis for rigidity, it will launch in Thailand first, followed by Japan and Australia, then expand to approximately 100 global markets from fiscal year 2027.