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A woman promotes the GLC SUV via a video stream at the Mercedes-Benz booth during Auto China 2026 in Beijing on April 24. Photo: AP Photo
Electric & new energy vehicles

Foreign carmakers lose more traction in China as luxury sales slide

Mercedes, Land Rover, BMW, Jaguar and Infiniti take further hit as consumers shun pricey, petrol-powered vehicles.

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Singapore

Singapore is world’s most expensive city for luxury spending for fourth year

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong developer switches to high gear with Mercedes giveaways for homebuyers

Electric & new energy vehicles

Tech and pricing edge behind China’s SUV surge against BMW, Mercedes and Audi

Chinese SUVs storm the premium segment with fresh momentum, giving German marques their toughest test in years.

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The NIO ES9 on display during the opening day of the Beijing Auto Show in Beijing on April 24, 2026. Photo: AFP
Electric & new energy vehicles

Li Auto targets BMW and Mercedes with premium SUVs in Middle East, Asia-Pacific

Beijing-based EV maker expects overseas deliveries to account for 30 per cent of its total by 2030, president Ma Donghui says.

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Style Edit: BMW iX3 rewrites the EV rule book on range and sustainability

Based on the carmaker’s Neue Klasse platform, the new model has a sleek design, advanced tech and 805km range, all while cutting emissions.

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Automotive industry

Andrea Zagato on the Capricorn 01, coachbuilder Zagato’s first hypercar

The project blends Italian design flair and German precision thanks to engineering firm Capricorn, known for McLaren, Porsche and Bugatti collabs.

The Capricorn 01 is Zagato’s first hypercar. It was created in partnership with the German engineering firm renowned for previous collabs with McLaren, Porsche and Bugatti. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong

How Style by SCMP celebrated 20 years with Hong Kong’s top tastemakers

Vivienne Tam, Kevin Poon, Elva Ni, Grace Chan and other Hong Kong stars gathered at Grand Majestic Sichuan to celebrate 20 years of Style.

Electric & new energy vehicles

Luxury EV built with Huawei tops Porsche’s Panamera and BMW’s 7 Series in China

Chinese carmakers gain confidence in the premium segment as Maextro S800 – developed by Huawei and JAC Group – tops sales above US$100,000.

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Style Edit: BMW’s luxury electric sedan, the i7 M70 xDrive

BMW’s i7 M70 xDrive is its top-of-the-range electric sedan, offering comfort without compromising on performance and sustainability.

BMW’s luxury electric sedan, the i7 M70 xDrive, is an impressive addition to the carmaker’s collection. Photo: Handout
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Style Edit: BMW i7 series electric executive cars

The i7 models are the electric options in the flagship 7 Series, aimed at the sweet spot where refined aesthetics, peak performance and sustainable technology meet.

The BMW i7 models are designed to offer comfort and performance as well as being a greener option for those looking for an executive-level car. Photo: Handout
Electric & new energy vehicles

Xiaomi takes on Porsche with customised luxury EVs in China

The Chinese EV maker has started a bespoke service that adds at least US$14,000 to the sticker price of an SU7 Ultra EV.

Electric & new energy vehicles

Exclusive | Chinese carmaker poised to unveil Hong Kong’s first EV assembly

The Grand Tourer, designed for high-speed, long-distance journeys and priced above US$100,000, will be produced in Tai Po, sources say.

Malaysia

Luxury car owners skipping out on US$8.5 million road tax drive Malaysians mad

Owners of over 6,300 Rolls-Royce, Lamborghini, Bentley, Ferrari and Porsche cars have not been paying for the privilege, minister reveals.

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A red Porsche Cayman in a car park in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Photo: Shutterstock
Electric & new energy vehicles

Li Auto launches 6-seat electric SUV in pre-emptive strike against Tesla

The Beijing-based carmaker will start delivering the premium Li i8 electric vehicle to mainland customers from August 20.

Li Auto’s new Li i8 premium electric SUV. Photo: Handout
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Style Edit: BMW’s latest iX xDrive45 arrives in Hong Kong

The range of between 490km and 602km is more than a third longer than previous iXs even while the higher torque allows for improved acceleration.

China consumption

‘The American dream has faded’: how Jeep reached the end of the road in China

Chinese consumers have rapidly turned away from the iconic US brand, leading to plunging sales, spiking debts and a historic bankruptcy.

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India

Electric avenue: Tesla unveils first India showroom

While few Indians will be able to afford one, the opening is less about selling and more about building Tesla’s brand, analyst says.

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People are seen outside the Tesla showroom ahead of its opening in Mumbai, India, on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters
Automobiles

Behind the scenes at Le Mans – and what it takes to win

A look at the changing face of the world’s most famous endurance race, won this year for the first time by a Chinese driver.

Land Rover

Land Rover Defender 2026: new safety feature, colours, interior

Defender 2026 models offer a new driver fatigue monitor, exterior and interior design changes, and the option of Off-road Cruise Control.

Trending in China

Chinese man buys US$210,000 car for taxi business, claims to earn US$4,800 a month

Man splashes out on luxury Mercedes-Maybach S480 for ride-hailing business, embarks on journey to ‘break even’.

A man in China has splashed out on a US$210,000 car for his ride-hailing business. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin/mercedes-benz
India

Lamborghini crash in India reignites debate over privilege and impunity

The car’s driver was released on a bail of US$300 after critically injuring two construction workers, sparking accusations of unequal justice.

Deepak Kumar is seen in a video of the incident. Photo: Handout
China trade

China trade team visits Germany to discuss cars after election and tariff spats

Discussions seen following increased vigilance on both sides toward US import tariffs by the Trump administration.

Porsche

Why the new Porsche Macan is leading the charge in electric SUVs

Porsche’s all-electric SUV has the power, the comfort and a decent range, but can it convince petrol heads to change over?

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Britain

Rolls-Royce Black Badge Spectre a powerful electric car with Spitfire vibes

The electric Black Badge Spectre from Rolls-Royce has an Infinity Mode button to release the engine’s full power, and upgraded suspension.

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Rolls-Royce’s new Black Badge Spectre. Photo: Rolls-Royce
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Style Edit: BMW’s next gen X3 SUV redefines the premium mid-size category

The 3 new models feature sleek design, classic BMW touches and innovative features.

The new BMW X3 family. Photo: Handout

The new Porsche 911 Carrera S: more power, better handling

With new turbos, better cooling, an upgraded engine and power distribution, the Porsche Carrera S is a car to be reckoned with.

CES

5 car tech innovations at CES show that could change motoring

From Sony’s first electric car to a flying car from China and BMW’s new heads-up display, five notable innovations from the CES tech fair.

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