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Electric and hybrid vehicles

China’s domestic car sales downturn continues, exports retain momentum

Chery and Leapmotor vehicles at a Chinese auto show in Buenos Aires on Oct 2.
Chery and Leapmotor vehicles at a Chinese auto show in Buenos Aires on Oct 2.

Model blitz at Paris motor show as Europe-China rivalry heats up

The DS F3VER concept car, by DS Automobiles, at a Stellantis NV presentation ahead of the Paris Motor Show in Meudon, France on Oct 11.
The DS F3VER concept car, by DS Automobiles, at a Stellantis NV presentation ahead of the Paris Motor Show in Meudon, France on Oct 11.

China proposes stricter car design, testing rules, including ban on fully hidden door handles

From Jan 1, 2027, carmakers seeking approval for new models in China must submit more technical details on innovative designs and testing.
From Jan 1, 2027, carmakers seeking approval for new models in China must submit more technical details on innovative designs and testing.

China says ‘escalation’ of disputes can be avoided after EU trade talks

Moderating exports of Chinese hybrid vehicles to the European Union was among the topics discussed.
Moderating exports of Chinese hybrid vehicles to the European Union was among the topics discussed.

News analysis

China agrees to cut exports of hybrid cars to Europe. Is this a rare trade win for the EU?

European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic speaks at a press briefing at the EU Delegation to China in Beijing, on Oct 9.
European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic speaks at a press briefing at the EU Delegation to China in Beijing, on Oct 9.

Car review

Category A COE electric Mercedes-Benz CLA packs more style than baggage

Silver Arrows in 100kW, Category A COE-friendly form.
Silver Arrows in 100kW, Category A COE-friendly form.

Fast Lane

High-tech-looking Hyundai Tucson unveiled

The new Hyundai Tucson will be shown at the Paris Motor Show from Oct 12 to 18.
The new Hyundai Tucson will be shown at the Paris Motor Show from Oct 12 to 18.

Torque Shop

What to do if you’re getting back behind the wheel after a long time

Take time to get all the settings right before setting off.
Take time to get all the settings right before setting off.

Me And My Car

Petrolhead and his Toyota Camry with a mini chandelier

Jeffrey Toh spiced up the otherwise sombre-looking Camry with some outlandish touches.
Jeffrey Toh spiced up the otherwise sombre-looking Camry with some outlandish touches.

Car review

Porsche Cayenne Electric sizzles at the wheel

Grille gone: The Cayenne Electric retains its trademark silhouette but sheds its aggressive grille.
Grille gone: The Cayenne Electric retains its trademark silhouette but sheds its aggressive grille.

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