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Li Auto is apparently preparing the next Mega and has shared the first photo of its redesigned interior, which looks more like a lounge than a conventional van. A filing with Chinese authorities has also revealed key specifications such as dimensions, power output and sensors ahead of time. Battery capacity remains the main unknown, but the Mega series’ fast-charging performance will once again be of particular interest.
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Chery is bringing the Fulwin T7, a compact electric SUV, to China’s budget market, promising a range of up to 600 km under the CLTC standard. All versions use a 65.05-kWh LFP battery, charge from 30% to 80% in around 20 minutes, and offer up to 6.6 kW of vehicle-to-load power.
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Xpeng is launching the G9L, a new flagship SUV that is set to go on sale in China shortly and could later be of interest to Europe as well. The manufacturer is touting exceptional efficiency figures from its own tests, along with an unusually small turning radius despite the vehicle’s large dimensions.
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Almost half of UK drivers would now consider a Chinese manufacturer for their next purchase, significantly more than in 2025. The main drivers are value for money, expectations of discounts and rapidly growing brand awareness. At the same time, this reflects sentiment rather than a commitment to buy, and the UK market differs notably from the EU because it has not imposed additional tariffs.
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The Cupra Raval has made a much stronger market debut than internally expected, quickly becoming an important high-volume electric model for the brand. Despite prices that can easily climb toward €35,000 to €40,000 depending on the equipment, demand appears to remain consistently high. Its design, spaciousness and MEB+ platform are key, making the small car feel surprisingly mature.
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China’s automotive industry now launches more than 3.6 new models per day on average, with over 542 new vehicles arriving in the first five months of 2026. But this flood of models does not automatically translate into genuine demand: many vehicles sell strongly only briefly before sales collapse. For Europe, this means more choice, but also fiercer price competition and a more aggressive shakeout among brands.
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Xiaomi is laying the groundwork for the European and German launch of its electric cars: A new global EV website is online, and a partner portal is recruiting dealerships. At the same time, Xiaomi is already building expertise in Munich. The next steps are sales, service, and software that truly works in Europe.
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Lamborghini has significantly pushed back its plans for an all-electric supercar and does not currently see fast electric sports cars from China as an immediate threat. The manufacturer continues to focus on what its customers expect: emotion, sound and a driving experience that goes beyond raw performance. At the same time, pressure in the premium segment is growing as brands such as Denza and Yangwang bring their performance ambitions to Europe.
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Zeekr delivered 36,981 vehicles worldwide in August 2026, setting a monthly record for the fifth consecutive time. Year-to-date deliveries total 251,188 vehicles, roughly twice as many as in the previous year. The main drivers are the 7X SUV and fresh momentum from the 9X, which is now also being exported.
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MG is bringing the Hector Tomahawk, a new midsize SUV, to India in both electric and plug-in hybrid versions. The electric model combines 150 kW of power with a 69.2 kWh battery, a range of up to 517 km and DC charging at up to 90 kW, with deliveries scheduled to begin in September 2026.
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Ahead of its market launch in China, Lynk & Co has unveiled the revised interior of the 02, which will be sold there as the Lynk & Co 20. Alongside a new cockpit layout and more practical everyday features, the main focus is on Geely’s powertrain: a 16-in-1 electric drive, 800-volt architecture and charging from 10 to 80% in around 12 minutes.
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BYD has unveiled the new Mako in Brazil, a midsize plug-in hybrid pickup based on the Song Plus platform. Initially, it will be imported from China, with production later set to begin at BYD’s plant in Bahia. The technical highlight is BYD’s fifth-generation DM powertrain, combined with practical pickup features.
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Suzuki plans to bring electric minicars to Europe from 2027, primarily targeting the UK and Italy. The new model is expected to be based on the Vision e-Sky concept and offer a range of around 310 km in Japan. Its price could place it in a segment currently being targeted mainly by affordable urban EVs such as the upcoming Renault Twingo.
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Leapmotor has unveiled the A05 in China, which is set to be sold globally as the B03 and could eventually come to Europe. The compact hatchback combines a spacious interior within a length of 4.18 m with AI-powered infotainment and driver-assistance features. A preview of its technology comes from the B03X sibling SUV, already available to order in Germany with an LFP battery and DC charging at up to 133 kW.
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Changan moves extremely quickly in China when it comes to development and update cycles, but it is deliberately slowing down its launch in Germany. The reason has less to do with the car itself than with the system behind it: service, parts, workshops, the partner network and training all need to work properly first.