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Volkswagen plans to release a new version of its car in the Indian market. The company has published the first teaser of its upcoming Virtus model. This car is the only sedan of the brand available in the Indian market. The updated version, which has received the name facelift, could potentially appear in December, although an official date has not yet been announced.

The video released by the brand shows several changes related to the car's exterior. In the first teaser, the company emphasized a dark color palette. Recently, test samples of the Virtus with the update have been spotted.

The most significant changes are expected in the front part of the car. It will retain the thin headlight layout, but the Virtus facelift version will be equipped with LED daytime running lights (LED DRLs). Thin upper radiator grilles with the Volkswagen logo in the center will appear above the headlights, and a GT badge will be placed on the sides. A more aggressive bumper with a wide lower air intake will be installed below, giving the car a sportier look.

The company presented a blue color option that will be equipped with dark alloy wheels and black mirror housings. As for the rear, the car will use a separate taillight assembly extended to the trunk lid. A spoiler attached to the trunk lid is also provided, and the rear bumper will have dark inserts and detailed elements. Parking sensors are also clearly visible in the teaser.

Smaller changes are expected in the interior, but an updated upholstery and interior are planned. The car may be equipped with a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, whereas currently, a 10.1-inch touchscreen is offered. Additionally, a 360-degree surround-view camera may be added.

The car will continue to use existing turbocharged gasoline engines of 1.0 and 1.5 liters. Current power figures for the 1.0-liter engine are 115 horsepower and 178 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the 1.5-liter engine can produce 150 horsepower and 250 Nm of torque.

Xpeng has introduced the MONA L05 model, which expands the lineup of more affordable MONA vehicles by adding its first five-seater SUV. The launch took place on October 29th.

The official starting price for the model is 144,800 yuan, but as part of a special launch offer, the initial price has been reduced to 139,800 yuan.

The MONA L05 model is available in two variants: fully electric and with extended range. The electric versions can travel up to 635 kilometers according to the CLTC standard, while the extended range version provides 310 kilometers of pure electric driving range and a total range of 1,310 kilometers.

Xpeng reported that this vehicle was designed with adaptation for 65 countries and regions. The driver assistance system uses a vision-based system. The Max models are equipped with one Turing AI chip, while the Ultra SE versions use two such chips.

The company also specified that the first 5,000 units have already left the specialized production line, allowing for the distribution of cars on the night of the launch.

Ford is once again making a more accessible entry option available in the Brazilian market for the Mustang model equipped with a V8 engine. This is the 2026 Mustang GT Performance, which will be sold at dealerships for R$ 569 thousand. This price is R$ 80 thousand lower than that of the Mustang Dark Horse, which remains in the lineup for R$ 649 thousand.

The GT Performance was responsible for introducing the seventh generation of this muscle car to the country in 2024, when its initial launch, consisting of 150 units, sold out in just one hour, priced at R$ 529 thousand. In 2025, this model was discontinued due to the arrival of the Dark Horse.

Visual modifications include details such as logos, emblems, 19-inch wheels, roof, mirrors, and spoiler, which now feature a black finish. Additionally, the color palette has been expanded, adding Adriatic Blue and Avalanche Gray to the four existing options.

Under the hood, the vehicle features the naturally aspirated 5.0L Coyote V8 engine, which generates 492 hp and 57.8 kgfm. This engine is paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission and has rear-wheel drive. According to Ford, the coupe can reach 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds.

Although slightly less powerful than the Dark Horse, which has a track-focused configuration, the GT Performance offers advanced dynamic features. The MagneRide adaptive suspension, along with stabilizers inherited from the Mustang Mach 1 and Brembo brakes, ensures superior dynamic behavior. The car's sensors also monitor road irregularities; if a front wheel suddenly drops, a magnetic fluid hardens the shock absorber.

The Track Apps package incorporates features such as drift brake and Line Lock, which serves to lock the front wheels, allowing the rear tires to warm up before a run. Additionally, the Remote Rev system, developed by Ford engineering in Brazil, allows the engine to be started remotely via the key, just to enjoy the sound of the V8. To respect neighbors, the exhaust system has a silent mode with programmable scheduling.

Inside, the 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster operates alongside the 13.2-inch SYNC 4 multimedia center. The B&O audio system delivers 900 W, and the leather-upholstered seats have heating and ventilation functions. In terms of safety, the vehicle is equipped with seven airbags, adaptive cruise control, and autonomous emergency braking function.