1. This Week's Performance Releases & New Models

• The return of an electric classic: The new generation of the electric Renault 4 is on its way. Announced with a 400 km range and a bold design blending retro and modern styling, it aims to reinvent the iconic city car.
• Plug-in hybrid and record mileage: Chinese automaker BYD has unveiled its new Seal 6 DM-i (sedan and wagon) which, in its plug-in hybrid version, claims a potential record range of 1,500 km.
• Peugeot beefs up its hybrid: The Peugeot 508 PSE (Peugeot Sport Engineered) continues to appeal to fans of high-performance hybrid sport sedans, confirming the brand's position in this segment.

2. Global News & Automaker Announcements

• The Used EV Market: Growth has been confirmed in the used electric car market, but industry professionals are urging caution regarding inventory turnover, suggesting a rebalancing of supply and demand.
• Strong Figures from the Giants: The Volkswagen Group announced deliveries of 6.6 million cars over the first three quarters of 2025, an increase of 1%. Meanwhile, Stellantis recorded a pickup in activity (+13%) in the third quarter, particularly in North America.
• Transition difficulties at Mercedes: The German automaker has once again postponed the switch to the agency model in Spain, as the transition to this new distribution model is proving more complex than expected in some markets.

3. Motorsport: The Weekend's Results

• WEC - Hypercar: The World Endurance Championship is seeing an intense battle at the front. After several close races, the crew of the Ferrari AF Corse #51 (Calado/Giovinazzi/Pier Guidi) holds on to first place in the overall Hypercar standings.

4. Upcoming Auto Events & Must-See Dates

• ⭐ MAJOR EVENT: EQUIP AUTO PARIS (October 14 to 18)

  The EQUIP AUTO Paris trade show opens its doors on Tuesday, October 14 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles and celebrates its 50th anniversary.

  It is the must-attend event for aftermarket and mobility services professionals. The show highlights innovation with the unveiling of the 8 winners of the Grands Prix de l'Innovation, including The Future Is Neutral (The Remakers) for the remanufacturing of electric drivetrains.

• Next F1 round: All eyes are on the next F1 Grand Prix, the date of which will be announced soon.

5. This Week's Performance Pick

The Japanese hypercar making headlines: The Aspark Owl Roadster, the open-top version of the Japanese electric supercar, made its world premiere in Lyon. With more than 2,000 hp, it represents the pinnacle of engineering and extreme electric performance.

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