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Chery becomes the first Chinese manufacturer to exceed 5 million global exports

Chery International Group is now the number one Chinese car manufacturer to export over five million vehicles worldwide.

This achievement keeps Chery in the top position for passenger car exports for 22 consecutive years.

In July 2025, Chery also recorded a historic “Double 500” milestone, emerging as the fastest-growing manufacturer on the Fortune Global 500 and Fortune China 500 lists for the second consecutive year.

Chery is currently ranked 233rd globally (up from 385th in 2024) and 59th in China (up from 100th in 2024).

This achievement is partly attributed to the Omoda | Jaecoo brand, which has now penetrated 44 markets across ASEAN, Australia, Europe, and South America.

Over the past two years, Omoda | Jaecoo has accounted for 37 percent of Chery’s total exports, with cumulative sales exceeding 570,000 units.

Driven by a strong technological foundation, including the introduction of the Super Hybrid System (SHS), Omoda | Jaecoo has also demonstrated excellent performance in the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) category.

This is evidenced by NEV sales of 13,023 units in the first quarter of 2025 (Q1 2025), compared to 2,325 units during the same period in 2024, marking a year-over-year increase of 460 percent.

In fact, in the first half of 2025 (H1 2025), 40 percent of total exports consisted of NEVs.

In Malaysia, Omoda | Jaecoo has recorded sales exceeding 17,000 units since the debut of the Jaecoo J7 model in July 2024, followed by the Omoda C9 (December 2024), J7 PHEV (February 2025), and Jaecoo J8 (July 2025).

According to data from the Road Transport Department (JPJ), Omoda | Jaecoo maintained its position among the top five automotive brands in Malaysia for the first half of 2025.

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Proton e.MAS 7 records over 2,500 orders

Pro-Net has announced that the Proton e.MAS 7 electric vehicle has received over 2,500 orders since reservations for the electric segment C SUV opened at the end of October.

According to Zhang Qiang, the CEO of Pro-Net, “The enthusiasm shown by Malaysians for the Proton e.MAS 7 reflects their readiness to embrace sustainable mobility.”

“With a combination of innovative features and exceptional value, the Proton e.MAS 7 is designed to be the ideal choice for those looking to transition to electric vehicles.”

The Proton e.MAS 7 is available in two main variants: the Prime, which features a 49.52 kWh battery offering a driving range of 345 km, and the Premium variant with a 60.22 kWh battery pack that provides a driving range of up to 410 km.

Specially for the first 3,000 customers, Proton offers a rebate of RM4,000, along with a special package that includes:

  • Power Home: 7 kW home charger (valued at RM1,500)
  • Power Plus: V2L adapter (valued at RM500)
  • Power Online: 5-year internet data package (valued at RM1,800)
  • Power Thru: Unlimited vehicle warranty for 6 years, and a warranty of 8 years or 160,000 km for the battery and high-voltage components.
  • Power Financing: Interest rate of 1.98% from Proton Commerce (up to RM3,000)
  • Power Exchange: Exclusive rebate of RM1,200 for the exchange program for current Proton owners.

Malaysians living around Shah Alam who are interested in viewing the Proton e.MAS 7 can visit the Proton e.MAS showroom located at the Ideal Convention Centre (IDCC) in Shah Alam.

Operated by SG Cars Sdn Bhd, it is the first distribution center for Proton’s new energy vehicle (NEV) brand.

It is reported that 37 dealers have been appointed nationwide, with 30 expected to be fully operational by the end of this year.

This expansion effort has been bolstered by a knowledge-sharing R&D visit to the Geely Research Institute in Hangzhou, China, attended recently by more than 40 principal dealers and executives.

During the visit, participants were introduced to Geely’s latest technology and gained valuable insights into premium EV maintenance, staff training, sales strategies, and operational excellence.

Pro-Net is also seeking partners interested in joining the expanding Proton e.MAS dealer network.

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BYD becomes first automaker to produce 10 million NEVs

BYD recently marked a historic moment in its 30th-anniversary celebration with the roll-off of its 10-millionth new energy vehicle (NEV) at its Xiaomo plant in Shenzhen.

BYD said the achievement underscores its unwavering commitment to sustainable transportation and reinforces its position as a global leader in the automotive industry. The company claimed that it is the world’s first automaker to reach the figure.

It took BYD 15 years to produce its first five million NEVs and achieved the next five million in just 15 months, demonstrating the company’s strategic focus on new energy vehicles and its continuous technological advancement.

The 10 millionth vehicle is a Denza Z9 owned by Feng Ji, the founder and CEO of Game Science, the company behind the video game Black Myth: Wukong.

The Z9 is offered in both shooting brake (referred to as GT) and sedan versions, with a choice of PHEV or EV powertrains. The PHEV version combines a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with three electric motors to produce 870 PS.

The EV version, on the other hand, boasts a total system output of 965 PS supplied by three electric motors, alongside a 100 kWh battery that provides an approximate driving range of 630 km.

Regarding future plans, BYD stated that it will invest 100 billion yuan (£12 billion) in the development of smart technology that integrates artificial intelligence (AI) into automotive systems.