# Automotive industry electric vehicle development

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/automotive-industry-electric-vehicle-development
> Updated: 2026-10-14T05:30:34.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Automakers are advancing new electric and hybrid vehicle technologies across different markets. In China, Dongfeng Nissan has been testing the NX7 PHEV, a mid-sized plug-in hybrid SUV, which features a 40.95 kWh LFP battery and an expected all-electric range of up to 225 kilometers. The model is part of the N-series lineup and is anticipated to launch in the fourth quarter of 2026.

In Europe, Mazda is testing a prototype for a fully electric SUV built on a proprietary, in-house developed platform. This model aims to compete with existing electric SUVs and is expected to utilize next-generation lithium-ion and solid-state batteries manufactured in Japan. The release of this Mazda model is currently projected for the 2027–2029 period.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-14: Mazda tests new in-house electric SUV prototype in Europe

Mazda is testing a new in-house developed electric SUV prototype in Europe, expected to feature solid-state batteries and a launch between 2027 and 2029.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mazda-tests-new-in-house-electric-suv-prototype-in-europe

### 2026-10-10: Nissan NX7 PHEV SUV spotted testing in China

The Nissan NX7 PHEV plug-in hybrid SUV is expected to launch in China in late 2026, offering an electric range of up to 225 km and featuring advanced driver assistance technology.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nissan-nx7-phev-suv-spotted-testing-in-china

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