Toyota Motor Corporation has announced a large-scale recall affecting two popular mid-size SUVs—the Highlander produced by GAC Toyota and the Crown Kluger produced by FAW Toyota. With a total of 560,160 vehicles impacted, this represents one of the most significant recall operations in the Asian automotive market in recent years. For Hong Kong, where these models circulate primarily through parall

On March 26, Leapmotor unveiled the A10, the first model of its new A-platform, with a starting price of RMB 65,800 (approx. HKD 71,000) and a top-spec LiDAR version at RMB 86,800 (approx. HKD 93,000). The vehicle packs a surprising list of features: a Qualcomm 8295 cockpit chip, 505km CLTC range, 2.5C fast charging, and "parking space to parking space" navigation assistance .

In late March, a news story from Thailand's political scene captured widespread attention. Amid volatile fuel prices, Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul made an unexpected decision—replacing his luxury Rolls-Royce daily driver with a BYD electric vehicle. The dark gray Seal 07, sporting Bangkok's red temporary license plates, traveled discreetly to Parliament without police escorts or a large

Volkswagen is undergoing a quiet revolution. At an event in Hamburg, CEO Thomas Schäfer openly admitted that recent models, particularly the Mk8 Golf and early ID. series EVs, made usability mistakes, forcing the company to rethink its design philosophy. Schäfer, who took the top job in mid-2022, stated that the old approach prioritized long feature lists over people. "Now we think about people,"

In mid-March, at its 2026 annual press conference in Stuttgart, Porsche's new CEO, Dr. Michael Leiters, unveiled the company's strategic direction. The context was sobering: 2025 results showed a 9.5% revenue drop to €36.27 billion, a staggering 93% profit plunge to €413 million, and a 10.1% global sales decline to 279,449 vehicles, with China sales plummeting 26% to 41,938 units. Leiters' respons

On March 26, IM Motors officially opened pre-sales for the LS8, with four variants priced between RMB 271,800 and RMB 321,800, and a limited-time promotion offering prices from RMB 259,800 to RMB 309,800. The new model features the Star Range-Extender system, steer-by-wire, Lingxi digital chassis 3.0, 520-line LiDAR, and NVIDIA Thor chip. It offers 430km of pure electric range and 1,605km of combi

On March 26, the BYD Song Ultra EV officially launched, with four variants priced between RMB 151,900 and RMB 179,900. The model features BYD's second-generation Blade Battery and Flash Charging technology, offering a maximum range of 710km. It also includes the Cloudrail-C intelligent damping chassis control system, God's Eye 5.0 driver assistance, and a "Queen's Co-Pilot" seat. For Hong Kong use

GAC Group has announced the start of mass production for the AION UT at the Magna Steyr plant in Austria. This model, developed by GAC's Milan design center, is a result of deep local collaboration between GAC and Magna. It is scheduled to launch across multiple European markets starting in April 2026. This milestone marks a significant step forward in GAC's European localization strategy.

On March 26, the Volkswagen ID.UNYX 08 officially opened pre-sales, priced between RMB 239,900 and RMB 299,900. This marks the first model co-developed by Volkswagen and its local partner XPeng, with production achieved just 24 months after signing the joint development agreement. The vehicle rolled off the assembly line on March 13 and is expected to launch in the first half of the year. For Hong

On March 26, Volkswagen Group China confirmed the end of Skoda's presence in the Chinese market. Sales will continue until mid-2026, after which the brand will focus on high-growth markets like India and ASEAN, while ensuring ongoing warranty and service support for existing customers. This marks the departure of the 130-year-old Czech brand from the world's largest auto market.

At the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show, GAC Group unveiled its first overseas service brand, GAC CARE, alongside the "Thailand Action 2.0" strategy upgrade and the debut of the AION V 500km variant. This marks a significant transition for GAC in Thailand, moving from market entry to market leadership through a comprehensive ecosystem approach.

Spy shots of the new Zunjie high-end MPV have emerged online, generating significant interest. The images show the vehicle equipped with Huawei's latest 896-line LiDAR, with a front fascia design similar to the flagship S800 sedan, featuring vertical triple LED headlights, a closed grille, and parametric lighting. It is understood that the Zunjie MPV will be offered in both standard and long-wheel

SAIC-GM is facing a critical race against time. At a dealer meeting in early March, SAIC-GM President Lu Xiao unveiled a three-year strategic plan focused on new Buick and Cadillac EVs, advanced in-car technology, and increased exports. However, this ambitious plan is set against a stark reality: sales have plummeted from a peak of 2 million vehicles in 2017 to just 562,000 in 2025 – a 75% drop. A

A significant leadership change has occurred at Audi's Ingolstadt headquarters. Yvonne Bettkober, a key figure in the brand's transformation, has stepped down. This move signals that Audi's strategic push towards electrification and digitalization is transitioning from a phase of structural overhaul to one of execution and output.

On March 25, alongside the launch of the new combustion-engine A6L, the Audi A6L e-tron opened pre-sales, priced between RMB 313,000 and RMB 443,000. Built on the PPE (Premium Platform Electric) architecture, this large electric sedan features a wheelbase of 3,076mm (52mm longer than the ICE A6L) and incorporates Huawei's Qiankun intelligent driving system. For Hong Kong users, the arrival of this

On March 25, FAW-Audi officially launched the all-new Audi A6L, priced between RMB 322,900 and RMB 435,900. This represents a significant price reduction of over RMB 100,000 compared to the previous generation's starting price, bringing the entry point for a German luxury executive sedan to an unprecedented low. For Hong Kong users, the impact is direct. When a German flagship sedan with a 3.0L V6

On March 25, Chery Fengyun T9L officially opened pre-sales, with prices ranging from RMB 139,900 to RMB 169,900. This large five-seat SUV features the Falcon 700+ intelligent driving system, Horizon Robotics Journey 6P chip, LiDAR, a -6°C to 50°C refrigerator, and a 17.3-inch 2.5K rear-seat screen. For Hong Kong users, the arrival of the Fengyun T9L raises a pertinent question: With an entry price

On March 25, the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) released its latest sales data. From March 1-22, retail sales in the passenger car market reached 920,000 units, a 16% year-on-year (YoY) decrease but a 19% month-on-month (MoM) increase. The new energy vehicle (NEV) market retailed 495,000 units, a 17% YoY decrease but a 66% MoM increase. NEV penetration reached 53.9%, once again crossing th

Amid rising concerns over EV battery safety, Huawei has unveiled the Whale Battery Platform 3.0, integrating aviation-grade "black box" technology with its NearLink short-range wireless communication. This new system establishes an industry-first, all-scenario battery data safety framework, capable of 24/7 monitoring even in extreme situations like submersion or fire, ensuring complete recording a

A significant development has emerged in the intersection of the automotive and capital markets: intelligent driving solution provider Momenta has reportedly filed a confidential application for a Hong Kong IPO, targeting a valuation exceeding RMB 100 billion. This company, founded in 2016 and once dubbed "China's first autonomous driving unicorn," is now poised to go public.