Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will update the ID. Buzz from Summer 2026 with a 2.0 kW vehicle-to-load function, Connected Travel Assist with traffic light recognition, one-pedal driving, and the new Innovision infotainment system.
JETOUR detailed its T Series plug-in hybrid SUV strategy at Auto China 2026, with the T1 i-DM and T2 i-DM combining a 26.7 kWh battery, bidirectional power output, and intelligent off-road drive modes.
Chery debuted the Tiggo V at Auto China 2026, a transformable family SUV in PHEV and ICE forms that switches between SUV, MPV, and pickup modes on one platform.
OMODA&JAECOO has started mass production of the OMODA 4, a compact hybrid SUV with a planned battery-electric variant, anchoring the brand's push toward annual million-unit sales by 2027.
Dreame Nebula NEXT debuted the Nebula NEXT 01 Concept Jet Edition in San Francisco, an all-electric concept paired with dual solid-fuel rocket boosters and a claimed 0.9-second 0–100 km/h time. Production is targeted for 2027.
Actemium UK has commissioned two new IONITY ultra-rapid EV charging hubs in Glasgow and Fort William, including IONITY's 700th UK charger and a key Scottish Highlands site on the A82.
Scout Motors and readySC have opened a $25 million workforce training center at Scout's Blythewood, South Carolina EV plant, supporting hiring and skills development ahead of the targeted 2027 production start.
Nissan unveiled the Urban SUV PHEV Concept and Terrano PHEV Concept at Auto China 2026, with production versions of both planned within a year as part of an accelerated NEV rollout.
Maynards Industries will conduct a court-ordered May 13 auction of Bollinger Motors' EV manufacturing equipment and 20 Bollinger B4 electric trucks, following the company's November 2025 shutdown and December receivership order.
Geely Auto UK has added an Ultra flagship to its EX5 electric SUV range, bringing a 68.39 kWh battery, 280-mile WLTP range, 750 kg towing, and £38,990 OTR pricing.
Audi's updated Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback e-tron add bidirectional charging, a new digital stage interior, and efficiency upgrades that lift maximum range to 592 km. European orders open in May.
Genesis Canada has opened pre-orders for the GV60 Magma, the brand's first high-performance production EV. The dual-motor SUV delivers up to 650 horsepower with deliveries expected later in 2026.
The 2026 Honda Civic hybrid has been named Best Compact Hybrid Car by U.S. News & World Report, with editors recommending both sedan and hatchback against a 138-vehicle field.
Renault Group has confirmed Protean Electric as the in-wheel motor supplier for the Renault 5 Turbo 3E, making it the first European passenger car to enter production with IWMs.
The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt has begun shipping from GM's Fairfax plant with a finalized 262-mile EPA range, a $28,995 starting price, a native NACS charging port, and available Super Cruise.