[Car Insight Industry] Let's review the major events that occurred in the automotive sector on July 23, 2026.
Automotive Event One: Horse Power V6 Engine Prototype Successfully Ignited

Recently, the first prototype of Horse Power HORSE W30 successfully ignited. This model is expected to be paired with the Lotus sports car product line, further perfecting its full-spectrum product matrix from home efficient power to high-end performance power.
As a core product designed for the high-performance hybrid market, HORSE W30 balances ultimate performance, multi-scenario adaptation, and platform expansion capabilities. It can meet the demand for continuous power output in track scenarios and adapt to diverse scenarios such as complex terrain and daily commuting thanks to its flexible hybrid architecture, providing a new technical choice for high-performance hybrid vehicles.
Automotive Event Two: Tesla Releases Q2 Financial Report

On July 23, Tesla released its Q2 2026 financial report. Tesla produced over 451,000 pure electric vehicles globally this quarter, a year-over-year increase of about 10%; deliveries exceeded 480,000, a year-over-year increase of about 25%. The Shanghai Super Factory delivered over 89,000 electric vehicles in June, up 24.4% year-over-year, setting a new high for the year; deliveries in the first half of the year totaled nearly 468,000, up 28.4% year-over-year. Tesla's total revenue for the second quarter increased by 26% year-over-year, reaching $28.2 billion.
As of the second quarter, Tesla's global paid assisted driving users have reached 1.48 million, with the assisted driving option rate in the North American market reaching a historic high, and over half of new vehicles subscribed to assisted driving upon delivery.
Automotive Event Three: The First iCAR V23 Officially Rolls Off the Line in Malaysia

On July 22, ICAR Automotive officially announced that the first iCAR V23 in Malaysia officially rolled off the line, and the new car will arrive at dealerships by the end of July. According to previous reports, in November 2025, the sub-brand iCaur under Chery Automobile Group officially launched the iCaur V23 in Malaysia (domestically iCAR V23), launching a total of 2 models, priced at 119,800-132,800 Malaysian Ringgit (approximately 205,300-227,600 RMB).
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In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X50 and Mazda CX-5 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The OTR price for Proton X50 in Malaysia is RM 89,800 - 113,300, with a total of 4 versions, including 1.5T Executive (RM 89,800), 1.5T Premium (RM 101,800), 1.5T Flagship (RM 113,300), etc.
The OTR price for Mazda CX-5 in Malaysia is RM 135,469 - 166,760, with a total of 3 versions, including 2025 2.0L AT 35th Anniversary (RM 316,154), 2025 2.0L AT (RM 296,154), 2025 2.0L MT (RM 294,154), etc.
In terms of price, the Proton X50's starting price is indeed RM 45,669 cheaper than the Mazda CX-5. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version is sufficient for daily needs. However, keep in mind that saving that few thousand might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Proton X50 is equipped with 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.
Mazda CX-5 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
In terms of power, the 1.5L Turbo of Mazda CX-5 has 35 more horsepower than the 1.5L 4-cyl of Proton X50. However, for daily city driving, the power of both cars is sufficient, you won't feel it lacks power.

Proton X50 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
Mazda CX-5 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include.
Both cars share the same safety rating, and safety features are quite comprehensive in this segment. New car safety is generally good, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

Proton X50 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Mazda CX-5 body length 4500 mm, trunk 450 L.
In terms of space, the Mazda CX-5 body is 100 mm longer than Proton X50, offering more passenger space advantage. However, Proton X50 is a bit more flexible for parking in the city, each has trade-offs.

Proton X50 adopts 4WD drive mode.
Mazda CX-5 adopts FWD drive mode.
Proton's 4WD and Mazda's FWD will feel different in handling, test drive comparison recommended.

Overall, Proton X50 and Mazda CX-5 are both very good models in the Malaysia market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do your homework, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, taking time to do research is never wrong.

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Perodua Aruz and Honda WR-V when choosing a car. These two models are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
The Perodua Aruz OTR price in Malaysia is RM 72,900 - 77,900, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.5L X (RM 72,900), 1.5L AV (RM 77,900), etc.
The Honda WR-V OTR price in Malaysia is RM 89,900 - 107,900, with a total of 4 versions, including 2023 1.5L V (RM 99,900), 2023 1.5L E (RM 95,900), 2023 1.5L S (RM 89,900), etc.
From a price perspective, the Perodua Aruz starting price is indeed RM 17,000 cheaper than the Honda WR-V. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand cheaper difference might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

The Perodua Aruz safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include .
The Honda WR-V safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Honda SENSING.
Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are quite complete within this class. New cars nowadays generally have good safety, no need to worry too much about this point.

Perodua Aruz body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Honda WR-V body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, and the interior space difference is not significant. For cars in this class, daily use is fully sufficient.

Both Perodua Aruz and Honda WR-V are mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, you can prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, choose the one with richer configurations. Finally, it is recommended to test drive both, experiencing them personally is the most important.

Overall, both Perodua Aruz and Honda WR-V are quite good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, comparing quotes from several car dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time doing research will never be wrong.

喺馬來西亞嘅 SUV 市場,好多買家喺揀車嗰陣都會用 Perodua Ativa 同 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 嚟比較。呢兩款車喺價位同定位上都好接近,今日我哋就由多個方面嚟做一個詳細對比,幫你節省做功課嘅時間。
Perodua Ativa 喺馬來西亞嘅 OTR 售價係 RM 62,500 - 73,400,一共有 3 個版本,包括 1.0L Turbo X(RM 62,500)、1.0L Turbo H(RM 67,300)、1.0L Turbo AV(RM 73,400)等等。
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 喺馬來西亞嘅 OTR 售價係 RM 123,750 - 123,750,一共有 2 個版本,包括 1.6L Turbo Standard(RM 125,000)、1.6L Turbo Premium(RM 140,000)等等。
從價錢睇,Perodua Ativa 嘅起步價真係比 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 平咗 RM 61,250。如果你預算有限,Perodua 嘅入門版已經可以滿足日常需要。但都要注意,平嗰啲幾千蚊,可能喺配備上會有取捨,具體要睇你嘅需要。

Perodua Ativa 嘅安全評級係 5★ (ASEAN NCAP),主動安全系統包括 ASA 3.0 + ACC + LDA + LKA + BSM + RCTA。
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 嘅安全評級係 TBD,主動安全系統包括 Basic。
安全配備方面,兩款車都拿到不錯嘅評級。不過 Perodua Ativa 嘅 ASA 3.0 + ACC + LDA + LKA + BSM + RCTA 同 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 嘅 Basic 喺功能上有些差異,如果你比較睇重主動安全嘅話,可以仔細對比一下兩者嘅功能列表。

Perodua Ativa 保修 5 年/150,000km,保養間隔 每 10,000km 或 6 個月。
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 保修 3 年/100,000km,保養間隔 每 10,000km 或 6 個月。

Perodua Ativa 同 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 都係馬來西亞市場嘅主流選擇,適合家庭使用、日常通勤。如果你更睇重品牌同口碑同二手價,可以優先考慮口碑更好嗰一款;如果你更在意性價比同配備,就選配置更豐富嗰款。最後都係建議兩款都去試駕,親身體驗先係最重要嘅。
總體嚟講,Perodua Ativa 同 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 都係馬來西亞市場好唔錯嘅車型。邊部揀,關鍵都係要睇你嘅個人需求同預算。建議大家做好功課,多比較幾間車行嘅報價,再去試駕先做最後決定。買車係件大事,花點時間做功課絕對唔會錯。

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Perodua Ativa and Proton X70 when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.
Perodua Ativa's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 62,500 - 73,400, with a total of 3 versions, including 1.0L Turbo X (RM 62,500), 1.0L Turbo H (RM 67,300), 1.0L Turbo AV (RM 73,400), etc.
Proton X70's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,300, with a total of 3 versions, including 1.5L Standard 2WD (RM 106,800), 1.5L Executive 2WD (RM 115,800), 1.5L Premium 2WD (RM 122,300), etc.
From a price perspective, Perodua Ativa's starting price is indeed RM 44,300 cheaper than Proton X70. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But note, the few thousand dollars cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, it depends on your specific requirements.

Perodua Ativa body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
Proton X70 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.
The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. Cars in this class are more than enough for daily use.

Perodua Ativa uses FWD drive method.
Proton X70 uses FWD drive method.
Both cars have the same drive method, both are FWD, there won't be a big difference in daily driving feel.

Perodua Ativa and Proton X70 are both mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance ratio and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately, it is suggested to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.
Overall, Perodua Ativa and Proton X70 are both very good car models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time doing research will never be wrong.

喺馬來西亞嘅 SUV 市場,好多買家喺揀車嗰陣都會拎 Mazda CX-60 同 Mercedes-Benz GLC 做個比較。呢兩款車喺價格同定位上都好接近,而家我哋就從多個角度做個詳細嘅比較,幫你省返做功課嘅時間。
Mazda CX-60 喺馬來西亞嘅 OTR 售價係 RM 200,510 - 252,873,總共有 2 個版本,包括 2026 3.3T 4WD High Plus(RM 252,873)、2025 2.5L 2WD High(RM 200,510)等等。
Mercedes-Benz GLC 喺馬來西亞嘅 OTR 售價係 RM 336,888 - 336,888,總共有 2 個版本,包括 GLC 200(RM 290,000)、GLC 300(RM 340,000)等等。
由價錢睇,Mazda CX-60 嘅起步價的確比 Mercedes-Benz GLC 平咗 RM 136,378。如果你預算有限,Mazda 嘅入門版已經可以滿足日常需要。但亦要留意,平嗰啲幾千蚊,可能喺配備上有取舍,具體睇你嘅需要。

Mazda CX-60 採用 FWD 驅動方式。
Mercedes-Benz GLC 採用 FWD 驅動方式。
兩款車驅動方式一樣,都係 FWD,日常開車感受唔會有太大分別。

Mazda CX-60 保固 5 年/150,000km,保養間隔 每 10,000km 或 6 個月。
Mercedes-Benz GLC 保固 3 年/100,000km,保養間隔 每 10,000km 或 6 個月。

Mazda CX-60 同 Mercedes-Benz GLC 都係馬來西亞市場嘅主流選擇,適合家庭使用、日常通勤。如果你更睇重品牌口碑同二手價,可以優先考慮口碑好啲嗰款;如果你更在意性價比同配備,那就揀配備更豐富嗰款。最後都係建議兩款都去試駕,親身試先至係最重要。
總之,Mazda CX-60 同 Mercedes-Benz GLC 都係馬來西亞市場幾好嘅車型。揀邊輛,關鍵都係睇你嘅個人需要同預算。建議大家做好功課,多比較幾間車行嘅報價,先至去試駕做最後決定。買車係件大事,花少少時間做功課絕對唔會錯。

喺馬來西亞嘅 SUV 市場,好多買家喺揀車嘅時候都會拿 馬自達 CX-8 同 斯巴魯 Crosstrek 嚟做比較。呢兩款車喺價位同定位上都幾近,今日我哋就從多個方面做一個詳細嘅比較,幫你省返做功課嘅時間。
馬自達 CX-8 喺馬來西亞嘅 OTR 售價係 RM 165,360 - 201,360,合共 5 個版本,包括 2025 2.5T 4WD High Plus Petrol(RM 201,360)、2025 2.2L 2WD High Plus Diesel(RM 193,123)、2025 2.5L 2WD High Plus Petrol(RM 186,360) 等。
斯巴魯 Crosstrek 喺馬來西亞嘅 OTR 售價係 RM 145,000 - 160,000,合共 1 個版本,包括 2.0L e-Boxer(RM 150,000) 等。
由價錢睇落,斯巴魯 Crosstrek 嘅起步價比 馬自達 CX-8 平咗 RM 20,360。老實講,喺呢個價位段,幾千蚊嘅差距其實唔算大,關鍵仲係看整體嘅性價比同長期使用成本。

馬自達 CX-8 搭載 2.0L 4-cyl,馬力 170 hp。廠方油耗 8.0 L/100km。
斯巴魯 Crosstrek 搭載 1.5L Turbo,馬力 140 hp。廠方油耗 7.0 L/100km。
動力方面,馬自達 CX-8 嘅 2.0L 4-cyl 比 斯巴魯 Crosstrek 嘅 1.5L Turbo 多咗 30 匹馬力,中段加速更有信心,尤其係跑高速公路超車嘅時候。不過 斯巴魯 Crosstrek 嘅油耗可能更抵用,日常市區通勤差別唔會太大。

馬自達 CX-8 保修 5 年/150,000km,保養間隔 每 10,000km 或 6 個月。
斯巴魯 Crosstrek 保修 3 年/100,000km,保養間隔 每 10,000km 或 6 個月。

馬自達 CX-8 同 斯巴魯 Crosstrek 都係馬來西亞市場嘅主流選擇,適合家庭使用、日常通勤。如果你更睇重品牌口碑同二手價,可以優先考慮口碑更好嗰款;如果你更在意性價比同配備,就揀配備更豐富嗰款。最尾都係建議兩款都去試駕,親身體驗先係最重要嘅。

總括嚟講,馬自達 CX-8 同 斯巴魯 Crosstrek 都係馬來西亞市場好唔錯嘅車型。揀邊輛,關鍵仲係要看你嘅個人需求同預算。建議大家做好功課,多比較幾間車行嘅報價,再去試駕做最終決定。買車係件大事,花啲時間做功課絕對唔會錯。


Owl Auto News (ID:owlauto) reported that recently, Geely Auto issued an announcement, stating an investment of approximately 218 million yuan to fully acquire Radar Auto (Shandong) Co., Ltd., Radar Auto Sales Co., Ltd., and the Thailand distribution company Radar Thailand. Among them, Zhejiang Jirun acquired 100% equity of Radar Auto (Shandong) for 159 million yuan, Geely Sales acquired all equity of Radar Auto Sales for 59 million yuan, and CIL and GAIL under Geely acquired all share capital of Radar Thailand totaling 490,000 yuan. After the transaction, the three companies officially became wholly-owned subsidiaries of Geely Auto, with financial performance merged into the listed company's reports, marking the formal transfer of Radar Auto from the Geely Holdings system to the unified control of the Geely Auto listed company.

It is reported that the three targets form the complete chain of the Radar brand from R&D and manufacturing to sales and distribution. Specifically, Radar Auto (Shandong) is the core operating entity of the brand, specializing in R&D and manufacturing of mid-to-high-end new energy pickups, with production bases located at Zibo Zichuan Smart Factory; Radar Auto Sales is responsible for domestic sales system operation and dealer layout; Radar Thailand was established in Thailand in July 2024, it is Radar's first independently operated overseas subsidiary, focusing on distribution in the Thai and Southeast Asian markets.
In terms of performance, the three companies showed significant divergence in 2025. Radar Auto (Shandong) turned from profit to loss, with a net loss of 8.646 million yuan, compared to a profit of 67.743 million yuan in the same period last year; Radar Auto Sales turned loss to profit, with net profit of 12.325 million yuan, compared to a loss of 118 million yuan in the same period last year; Radar Thailand expanded losses, with a net loss of 10.697 million yuan. Despite this, Radar Auto's full-year sales in 2025 still reached 13,040 units, achieving year-on-year growth, ranking high in market share in the domestic new energy pickup market. At the March 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show, Radar King Kong EV received 2,569 orders, a year-on-year increase of 283%.
For Geely, this integration is a key layout to cope with intense industry competition. Radar can share Geely's R&D system, Geely Thunder EM-P super electric hybrid technology, supply chain and manufacturing bases, effectively reducing costs; Geely can coordinate multi-brand planning, avoid internal competition, while integrating Radar's domestic and international full-channel resources, leveraging the opportunities in the new energy pickup sector, further perfecting its global new energy vehicle landscape. As for whether this acquisition will ultimately bring good results to Geely as expected, it will take time to give an answer.
