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Proton's eMAS 5 has officially launched in Nepal through local partner Kathmandu by Jagdanda Motors, becoming the second Proton EV sold in the country after the eMAS 7 in March. Two variants are offered: the Prime with a rear motor producing 79 PS and 130 Nm, 30.12 kWh battery, and 225 km WLTP range; and the Premium upgraded to 116 PS and 150 Nm with a 40.16 kWh battery delivering 325 km range. Official pricing is NPR 3.5 million (approx. RM94,300) for Prime and NPR 4 million (approx. RM108,000) for Premium. Early bird discounts bring prices down to NPR 3 million (approx. RM81,000) and NPR 3.5 million respectively. The vehicles are imported from Malaysia.

Arcfox has released official interior images of the Alpha T7, showcasing an all-new design language. The cabin features premium leather upholstery, a 1.1-meter panoramic PHUD head-up display, and a 17.3-inch 3K central touchscreen with an immersive star-ring ambient light system. The exterior presents a low-slung, wide-body coupe SUV silhouette with connected LED headlights featuring a star-field lighting effect. A LiDAR sensor sits atop the roof, enabling Huawei Qiankun intelligent driving capabilities. Dimensions measure 5020/1996/1685mm with a 3,040mm wheelbase, wearing 21-inch sport wheels and yellow four-piston brake calipers. Two powertrain options are offered: a range-extended variant with a 1.5L generator (77kW engine, 200kW electric motor) and a pure electric version with a 227kW motor, both supplied by CATL batteries. The model targets the 200,000 yuan price segment.

Lamborghini has unveiled the Revuelto Miura 60° Homage, a special edition celebrating 60 years of the iconic Miura. Developed through the Ad Personam personalization program in collaboration with Lamborghini Centro Stile, the model is limited to just 99 units worldwide and will debut during Monterey Car Week. Power comes from a 6.5-liter V12 hybrid system delivering 1,015 horsepower combined output. The exterior offers nine exclusive colors inspired by the original Miura, alongside bespoke liveries and commemorative badges. Inside, the seats feature the signature "cannelloni" diamond quilting pattern. The Revuelto Miura 60° Homage reinterprets the Miura's iconic design language through the proportions of a modern supercar—a tribute to Lamborghini's heritage that also signals the brand's electrified future.

Spy shots have emerged showing a redesigned Mercedes-Benz C-Class testing in China. The new model features a larger shield-shaped grille with three-pointed star motifs and horizontal chrome trim, aligning with Mercedes' latest design language. The headlights and taillights also incorporate the signature three-pointed star elements. The test mule is a plug-in hybrid variant, with the current C 350 e L priced at 408,800 yuan as a reference. Official launch timing remains undisclosed.

Ford Argentina has unveiled the Territory Platinum, the most sophisticated version of its mid-size SUV. Based on the Titanium variant, it features a bi-tone exterior with black roof, mirrors and bumpers, exclusive 19-inch alloy wheels, a 10-speaker premium audio system, and light-colored leather upholstery. Under the hood, it carries a 1.8L EcoBoost turbocharged engine producing 185 hp and 320 Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. Standard features include a 12-inch digital instrument cluster, 12.3-inch SYNC touchscreen, and Ford Co-Pilot360 driver assistance suite. The Territory Platinum launches in August in Oxford White and Ocean Blue, with a suggested price of $60,850,000 ARS. The Territory continues to dominate Argentina's mid-size SUV segment, with over 12,000 units sold in 2026.

Mazda CEO Masahiro Moro has revealed that the next-generation MX-5, internally codenamed NE, will offer a pure electric version alongside a possible hybrid variant. The hybrid could pair a new 2.5L Skyactiv-Z engine. To prepare for potential future bans on internal combustion engines in some markets, Mazda is electrifying the MX-5 while maintaining its lightweight philosophy, targeting under 1,200 kg without relying on expensive composite materials. In terms of design, the new MX-5 will heavily draw from the Iconic SP concept unveiled in 2023. Additionally, Mazda plans to create a flagship sports car positioned above the MX-5, potentially hand-built to reinforce the brand's image.