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According to Electric Cars Report, the JAECOO 7 topped the UK car sales charts again in September. The source also says Chinese automakers are gaining market share and that plug-in hybrid demand continues to rise.
A first test drive of the Leapmotor B03X, published by the source on 2026-10-07, presents the small electric SUV as focused on space and clever ideas while noting a lack of polish. The source also says Leapmotor is growing in Europe with Stellantis backing.
Mercedes-Benz is revamping its electric vehicle lineup. The new CLA and GLB are now on sale, and a few EVs are on the way out in 2027.
BMW has said an affordable entry-level electric car in its Neue Klasse line is planned for 2028. The model is part of the company’s broader turnaround plan.
NIO and XPeng reported strong September 2026 EV deliveries, highlighting continued growth in China’s electric-car market. The figures matter because they show both automakers expanding volume as competition intensifies.
Thailand recorded a 47% rise in electrified sales, according to the source. The trend is linked to growing Chinese automakers’ share in ASEAN-6 and is said to be increasing pressure on incumbents over price and range.