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Chery Malaysia announced the Tiggo Cross Sport Edition, based on the Turbo (non-hybrid variant), launching next month. Visual changes include a more aggressive front lip with side winglets, rear diffuser with faux tailpipe cut-outs and a "Sport" tailgate badge. Roof rails, spoiler and 18-inch alloys are carried over. Current Turbo is priced at RM89,000 and Hybrid at RM100,000, with limited-time deals potentially lowering the starting price to RM81,000. Both variants use a 1.5L four-cylinder engine but with significantly different drivetrains.

Chery Malaysia officially previewed the Tiggo Cross Sport Edition, a sportier variant of the Tiggo Cross, launching next month. Compared to the standard model, it adds front and rear lower lip spoilers, faux exhaust tips and a "Sport" badge. Roof rails, 18-inch two-tone wheels and the small rear spoiler are carried over. The Tiggo Cross was launched in Malaysia last July with 1.5 Turbo (RM88,800) and 1.5 Hybrid CSH (RM99,800). It is slightly larger than the Perodua Ativa but smaller than the Chery O5, making it Chery's entry-level SUV. Whether the Sport Edition will offer both petrol and hybrid variants remains to be confirmed at launch.

Porsche has launched the new generation PCCM Plus infotainment system for the 911, Cayman and Boxster from model years 2009-2016 (987.2, 997.2, 981 and 991.1), covering over 300,000 future classics. The 7-inch HD touchscreen can also be operated via the multifunction steering wheel. It supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, displaying navigation and music info on both the central screen and instrument cluster. Features include DAB, HD, FM/AM, Bluetooth streaming, 4G nano SIM and external media interfaces. Satellite imagery navigation and Scenic Roads enhance driving pleasure. Parking assistance displays obstacle distance on screen. Over-the-air map updates and virtual Porsche exterior color display are included. YouTube playback while stationary is available where legally permitted.

The 2027 Zongheng G700 officially launched on September 29 with 5 variants priced at 329,900-442,900 yuan (limited rights price 304,900-422,900 yuan). As a mid-cycle refresh, the exterior shifts from rugged off-road to urban tech style with body-color bumpers and chrome accents. Equipped with Huawei Qiankun ADS 5 system and 896-line LiDAR supporting NOA and full-scenario parking. Dimensions are 5,198/2,050/1,956mm with 2,870mm wheelbase, available in 5- and 6-seat configurations. Interior features a 15.6-inch central screen and 35.4-inch panoramic display. The Kunpeng range-extended hybrid system pairs a 2.0L engine (155kW) with 560kW/795Nm total output, delivering 210km WLTC pure EV range. Features include CDC variable damping suspension, front/rear differential locks, in-place turning and water crossing capability.

Hyundai's IONIQ V officially launched on September 29 with 5 variants priced at 109,900-139,900 yuan and limited-time rights price of 99,900-131,900 yuan. IONIQ is Hyundai's new high-end new energy brand, with the V as its first model, fully led by Hyundai China Design Center and tailored for Chinese users. Exterior features a new design language with closed front face, split lighting, fastback silhouette and frameless doors with 0.23Cd drag coefficient. Dimensions are 4,900/1,890/1,470mm with 2,900mm wheelbase. Interior offers a nebula-enveloping design with a 27-inch 4K screen, Snapdragon 8295 chip integrated with Baidu ERNIE and Doubao AI models supporting four-zone independent control and continuous dialogue. Single motors produce 140kW or 168kW with 53.48kWh or 66.85kWh batteries delivering 540km or 650km CLTC range. Equipped with Momenta ADAS supporting highway and city memory navigation. Standard full-coverage color-changing glass and 26 storage spaces.

On September 28, Saidu AIVA's first mass-produced vehicle ME7 debuted at Château de Champs-sur-Marne in Paris, featuring an AI-native cabin philosophy. The ME7 integrates the Doubao large language model into the cabin, replacing traditional instruments with AR-HUD and flexible central display, supporting multimodal continuous dialogue, habit memory and scenario-based proactive suggestions—marking AI cabin evolution from command-based to proactive service. As a leading intelligent cockpit solution provider in China, Boling (Bolima) has adopted a dual-model fusion architecture with 360TOPS vehicle computing, and its AI Box based on NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor delivers 1,000TOPS. In the first half of 2026, Boling secured 3 new mass production projects on Qualcomm SA8295P and 5 on Kirin 9610A platforms. AI cabins are evolving from "obedient tools" to "intelligent travel companions that understand you and proactively assist."