GUANGZHOU, China, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, GAC’s independently developed Quark E-Drive power domain control system has achieved the world’s first dual certification for deeply integrated ASIL D functional safety and information security, accredited by DAkkS, Germany’s national accreditation body. The certification was evaluated and issued by SGS-CSTC Standards Technical Services Co., Ltd. (SGS), a globally recognized certification authority.
ISO 26262 is the internationally recognized core standard for automotive functional safety. Within this framework, ASIL D represents the highest automotive safety integrity level, requiring near-zero tolerance for safety-critical failures. Achieving an ASIL D certification accredited by DAkkS signifies that the certified product meets the highest globally accepted standards for automotive safety.
The certified Quark E-Drive power domain control system has been in production use since February 2025, and is now deployed across multiple models under GAC’s brands- HYPTEC and AION. As the industry’s first electric drive power domain system based on deep integration using a single main control chip, the solution significantly reduces chip count, minimizes risks associated with chip-level failures, and boosts motor controller efficiency to as high as 99.9%. The certification confirms that GAC has completed the system’s full product development lifecycle in strict compliance with ISO 26262:2018 functional safety and ISO/SAE 21434:2021 information security standards.
Throughout the project, GAC Technology Research Center worked closely with SGS experts, strengthening safety design across all development phases while ensuring engineering feasibility and an optimal user experience.
Zhao Hui, Vice President of SGS China, commented: “The successful certification highlights GAC’s strong team and robust development systems. We are pleased to support the safety of the Quark E-Drive and look forward to closer collaboration.”
This milestone represents a major breakthrough for GAC in e-drive safety and sets a new global benchmark for the intelligent electric vehicle industry.
High-protection SPF that enhances the look of skin.
NEW YORK, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For years, Coco & Eve has been synonymous with glowing, bronzed skin – becoming a go-to for self-tan obsessives and glow-seekers around the world. Now, the brand is bringing that same expertise to sun protection with the launch of Sunny Honey Protect, a next-generation SPF collection designed to protect skin without compromising glow.
As specialists in self-tan and bronzed skin, Coco & Eve identified a gap in the SPF category. While awareness around sun protection continues to grow, many consumers still struggle to find formulas that feel lightweight on the body, look flattering on the skin and layer seamlessly with tanning. Heavy textures and dull finishes remain common barriers to daily SPF use.
Sunny Honey Protect was created to change that.
SPF, Reimagined Through a Tanning Lens
Rather than treating SPF as a standalone category, Coco & Eve approached sun protection the way it approaches tanning – with a deep understanding of how skin looks and behaves in the sun. The result is an SPF collection that prioritises hydration, sensorial textures and glow-enhancing finishes, while delivering high-level broad-spectrum protection.
“Our customers care deeply about glowing skin – but they want to be protected too,” says Alexandra King, Global Brand Director at Coco & Eve. “Sunny Honey Protect is the result of listening closely to our community and applying everything we know about bronzed skin to SPF. We didn’t want protection that sat on top of skin or dulled it – we wanted SPF that worked with glow, not against it.”
Introducing the Sunny Honey Protect SPF Wardrobe
Designed as an SPF wardrobe, Sunny Honey Protect offers three distinct finishes to suit different skin moods, moments and routines – blending skin-loving tropical botanicals with a juicy mango fragrance that smells as good as it feels, done in Coco & Eve’s signature sensorial style.
Sunny Honey Protect Coconut Milk Body SPF 50 A lightweight, water-based body milk delivering broad spectrum SPF 50 protection with a naturally dewy finish. Hydrating yet weightless, it’s designed for everyday wear – whether skin is bare or paired with self-tan.
Sunny Honey Protect Highlighter Body SPF 50 A serum-like body SPF infused with pearlescent minerals to highlight skin with a radiant, light-catching shimmer. Fast-absorbing and non-greasy, it delivers high-level sun protection while elevating glow.
Sunny Honey Protect Tan Boosting Anti-Aging Body Oil SPF (UK 30 / 50 | US 20 / 45) A luxurious, water-resistant SPF body oil infused with nourishing tropical extracts that protects skin while enhancing the look of natural tans, available in two SPF levels to suit different sun needs.
Sunny Honey Protect launches 3 March 2026 on cocoandeve.com and select retailers nationwide, including Ulta Beauty.
About Coco & Eve
Coco & Eve’s story begins in Bali, where volcanic beaches meet lush rainforests. With products rooted in the island’s vibrant, renewing energy, the brand formulates with Balinese botanicals to create a sense of joy and effortless beauty.
Japan provides USD 17,400 grant to build water supply facility in Phongsaly, improving access to safe water for residents in Meuteun village. (Photo supplied)
Japan has provided grant assistance of USD 17,400 to support a new water supply project in Phongsaly Province, aimed at improving access to safe and hygienic water for local residents.
The funding, provided under Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP), will support the construction of a water supply facility in Meuteun village, helping improve sanitation and living conditions for the community.
Japanese Ambassador to Laos, Koizumi Tsutomu, signed the grant agreement with a representative of the provincial authority in the presence of Santi Keoyasan, Chairman of the Phongsaly Provincial Administrative Committee.
“In Laos, access to safe and hygienic water has improved in recent years, and it is said that around 90 percent of the population now has access to safe and hygienic water,” Ambassador Koizumi said.
“On the other hand, there is still room for improvement in remote areas such as Meuteun village. I hope that the construction of the water supply facilities will be completed quickly and that the living environment in Meuteun village will be greatly enhanced by expanded access to safe, hygienic water along with improved sanitation.”
The GGP program supports small-scale projects that directly benefit local communities by strengthening social and economic development in developing countries, including Laos.
Japan has provided more than USD 860,000 in assistance to Phongsaly Province to support the health and education sectors. Officials said Japan will continue supporting initiatives that improve basic living conditions and address regional development gaps across Laos.
GUANGZHOU, China, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On January 15th, in Auckland, New Zealand, the grand launch ceremony of GAC New Zealand was officially held. With the core theme “Move Freely. Live Fully”, this launch deeply aligns with New Zealand’s lifestyle of being close to nature and valuing family, defining the core value of vehicles as an integral part of life. At the event, three vehicles – AION V, M8 PHEV, and EMZOOM – made their simultaneous debut, bringing people-oriented mobility experiences to the local market and setting a new benchmark for a better mobile lifestyle.
In New Zealand, cars serve as a key bridge connecting nature and family, and as companions for exploring freedom and enjoying life. The three vehicles unveiled at the event are the concrete expression of this concept.
The versatile luxury MPV M8 PHEV, with its luxurious and comfortable space, designed for both family travel and business use, becoming a mobile extension of quality life; the spacious intelligent SUV AION V, with its eco-friendly powertrain and leading intelligent technology, meets New Zealand’s pursuit of sustainable travel; the stylish intelligent SUV EMZOOM caters to young drivers’ desire to explore the outdoors and connect with nature, with its stylish design and nimble handling.
Each of the three vehicles emphasizes different strengths, but they jointly convey the core value of “people-oriented” – delivering simpler, more comfortable, and more reliable travel.
All along, GAC’s global journey has adhered to the philosophy of long-term vision and win-win cooperation. This launch in New Zealand is not only an expansion of the brand, but also an opportunity for cultural dialogue and shared values.
GUANGZHOU, China, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On January 26th, the GAC Thailand Dealer Conference was grandly held in Bangkok. Wang Shunsheng, Vice President of GAC INTERNATIONAL and President of the Asia-Pacific Regional Center, Wang Haoyong, General Manager of GAC INTERNATIONAL Thailand Sales Company, Liu Qingxin, Deputy General Manager of GAC INTERNATIONAL Thailand Sales Company, the GAC Thailand team, and dealer investors from across Thailand gathered together to review the key achievements of 2025, clarify the development direction of the Asia-Pacific and Thailand markets in the next phase around the “ONE GAC 2.0” strategic framework, and jointly embark on a new stage of growth driven by systematic capabilities.
In the conference, Wang Shunsheng stated that since the launch of the “ONE GAC 2.0” global strategy, the Asia-Pacific region has become one of the core regions for the development of new energy vehicles. Currently, GAC’s Asia-Pacific business covers 19 countries and regions, with more than 200 sales and service outlets; among them, the Thailand market has delivered outstanding performance, steadily ranking among the top three in the new energy market. He emphasized that Thailand is not only an important sales market for GAC in the Asia-Pacific, but also a benchmark market with exemplary significance.
Looking forward to the next phase of development, Wang Shunsheng proposed the 2026 action plan focusing on the “five major system upgrades” of products, channels, intelligent manufacturing, energy ecology, and talent teams.
Following the “ONE GAC 2.0” global strategy, Wang Haoyong, General Manager of GAC INTERNATIONAL Thailand Sales Company, elaborated on GAC Thailand’s future layout of systematic competitiveness. Faced with the industry entering the era of “system competition” and the trend of competition shifting to comprehensive contests, he stated that GAC Thailand has formulated a clear operational path, focusing resources on building long-term and sustainable systematic capabilities. By succeeding across three critical dimensions — system capability, long-term resilience, and trust-building — GAC will further consolidate its leading position in Thailand’s new energy vehicle market.
Looking ahead, GAC will continue to increase long-term investment in key areas, making resources and decisions closer to the market frontline and more responsive to partners’ needs; at the same time, centering on diverse travel scenarios, co-build an open and win-win business ecosystem, enhance system resilience and growth momentum, and work hand in hand with Thai partners towards a more dynamic and sustainable future.
GUANGZHOU, China, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In 2025, GAC AION V is garnering remarkable international acclaim across global markets, securing a series of prestigious awards and top safety ratings that underscore its competitive prowess as a premium electric SUV.
Its excellence is crowned by top-tier safety, having secured the highest double five-star safety ratings from both Euro NCAP and ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Program). Excelling in adult occupant protection, child safety, pedestrian protection, and safety assist systems, these accolades certify its world-class safety credentials.
Beyond safety, the AION V is winning over international markets and experts. In Australia, it has been selected as a finalist for the Drive Car of the Year 2026 – Best Electric Vehicle Under $60,000 award. Its success in Southeast Asia is particularly notable, where it has secured multiple honors: the “CAT A Electric SUV of the Year 2025” and the “Ready For Adventure” award in Singapore, alongside the “Eco-Friendly & Advanced-Technology SUV Icon” and the “Most Popular Electric Vehicle” awards in Indonesia. These awards demonstrate its successful adaptation to diverse consumer preferences and driving needs.
In its home market of China, the AION V has received significant endorsements based on massive user data analysis, earning the title of “Most Promising Model of 2024.” Its intelligent capabilities are highly regarded by industry experts, as evidenced by awards like the “2025 Golden Wheel Intelligent Pioneer Award” and “Hardcore Intelligent SUV of the Year (2025).”
This collection of global accolades reflects the AION V’s comprehensive strengths. Its distinctive design, reliable real-world range supported by efficient charging, versatile and comfortable interior space, and advanced intelligent driving technology combine to deliver the compelling experience that resonates with a worldwide audience. These achievements highlight GAC Group’s formidable capabilities in automotive innovation and its commitment to delivering world-class vehicles for the global market.
• The new five-storey, 27,400 square metre automotive centre will bolster ComfortDelGro Engineering’s (CDGE) EV capabilities to meet the demands of an increasingly electrified vehicle population, aligning with the nation’s push toward electrification.
• With increased operational capacity and enhanced EV capabilities, CDGE will be better equipped to handle EV services, from EV maintenance and charging to high-voltage battery and system diagnosis and repair.
• Through the CDGE Academy, now also operating at the centre, CDGE is actively upskilling its technicians to become the next generation of EV specialists.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 March 2026 – ComfortDelGro Corporation Limited (SGX:C52) (“ComfortDelGro”, “the Group”) today announced the official opening of one of Singapore’s largest integrated automotive engineering centres at 320 Ubi Road 3. Operated by its wholly owned subsidiary, ComfortDelGro Engineering (CDGE), the new
five-storey facility supports CDGE’s full suite of automotive solutions while significantly expanding capacity for electric vehicle (EV) capabilities, from EV maintenance and charging to high-voltage battery and system diagnosis and repair.
Wide shot of ComfortDelGro’s new automotive centre
With 43 percent of new car registrations in Singapore now electric, the automotive centre is strategically positioned to support the evolving needs of electric mobility today and in the years ahead.
The upgraded automotive centre also houses the ComfortDelGro Engineering Academy. The Academy supports broader industry development by providing LTA’s National Electric Vehicle Specialist Safety programmes for technicians interested in the sector, equipping them with future-ready skills to navigate EV
transition in Singapore.
Ang Soo Hock, Chief Executive Officer of ComfortDelGro Engineering, said: “Electric mobility is reshaping the transport landscape, and the new automotive centre enables us to respond with the right tools, skills, and technology under one roof. As we build on our strong engineering DNA with future-ready capabilities, we are well-placed to support the Group and the nation in the journey towards a more sustainable future.”
Spanning over 27,400 square metres, the facility houses over 260 vehicle bays, 58 EV charging points, and battery storage rooms, significantly expanding CDGE’s operational capacity. With EV-ready facilities, the centre strengthens the Group’s readiness to support the evolution of our fleet mix and adapt to changing
technologies.
The automotive centre has commenced operations, with a progressive ramp-up of specialised services scheduled through the second quarter of 2026. Members of the public and fleet partners are welcome to visit the facility starting today.
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About ComfortDelGro Corporation
ComfortDelGro is a leading multi-modal transport operator offering a comprehensive suite of transportation solutions. Our extensive network spans public transport including buses and rail, point-to-point transport with taxis and private hire cars as well as business-to-business mobility solutions. Every day, millions rely on our services across 13 countries including Singapore, Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, China, Ireland, Sweden, France, Malaysia, Spain, Portugal, Greece, and the Netherlands.
As a global operator, we play an important role in steering the transition towards a low-carbon economy. With around 66 percent of our owned fleet consisting of cleaner energy vehicles, we support governments and cities in enabling inclusive and sustainable transport systems. For our efforts, ComfortDelGro has been included in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Asia Pacific Indices for seven consecutive years.
About ComfortDelGro Engineerin
As a leading company in the automotive engineering industry, ComfortDelGro Group’s wholly-owned subsidiary, ComfortDelGro Engineering Pte Ltd (CDGE) has been providing a suite of automotive services for taxis, as well as private and commercial vehicles for over 40 years. In 2021, CDGE formed a joint venture (JV) company with ENGIE South East Asia – ComfortDelGro ENGIE Pte Ltd – which made its foray into the electric vehicle charging field by winning the first tender to install over 500 charging points in Singapore. It formed a solar JV with ENGIE – ComfortDelGro ENGIE Solar Pte Ltd – in 2022 to provide renewable energy services using solar power to support the Group’s electrification journey.
SINGAPORE, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tealium today announced it has launched on the AWS Singapore Region, reinforcing its commitment to the Asia-Pacific region and enabling organisations to meet growing data governance, privacy and performance requirements as AI adoption accelerates.
As governments across the region strengthen regulatory oversight around data collection, consent and cross-border data transfers, organisations are under increasing pressure to demonstrate responsible data practices while continuing to innovate. The AWS Singapore Region will enable Tealium to support organisations in meeting local data compliance requirements, including Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) and emerging data-protection frameworks across ASEAN markets. It also delivers low latency and real-time performance for AI-powered customer engagement and analytics.
“Trust is the currency of the AI era,” said Jeff Lunsford, CEO of Tealium. “As organisations across APAC accelerate their use of AI, they need absolute confidence in the data powering those decisions. Launching on the AWS Singapore Region enables customers to better govern, control and activate their data locally — helping them meet regulatory obligations while still moving quickly with AI and digital innovation.”
Tealium’s instance on the AWS Singapore Region leverages regional cloud capabilities to deliver performance at scale. By building Tealium’s real-time data orchestration platform on AWS, organisations can securely collect, contextualize, transform, and activate customer data within the region without compromising on speed, flexibility, or compliance.
This approach enables businesses to run AI models, analytics workloads and customer engagement platforms on AWS using trusted, locally governed data streams powered by Tealium, helping them move from experimentation to production-ready AI initiatives.
“In today’s AI-driven economy, data and innovation are fundamental requirements for building a robust digital environment,” said Peter Murray, APJ head of GTM. “With Tealium now live on the AWS Singapore Region, customers in the region have more choice in how they innovate with data and adopt agentic solutions, while meeting stringent data residency requirements.”
Tealium, a member of the AWS Partner Network, holds multiple AWS certifications, including the GenAI Competency and Financial Services Technology Competency, earned through demonstrated expertise in delivering secure and scalable data solutions.
Tealium is accelerating growth in the APAC region, supporting customers across industries including retail, financial services, travel, healthcare and higher education, helping organisations navigate rapid digital change and increasingly complex regulatory environments.
The Tealium instance on the AWS Singapore Region is available immediately and supports Tealium’s full suite of customer data capabilities.
About Tealium
Tealium helps companies collect, govern, and enrich their customer data in real-time to power AI initiatives and delight customers in the moments that matter. Tealium’s turnkey integration ecosystem supports more than 1,300 built-in connections from the world’s most prominent technology experts. Tealium’s solutions include a real-time customer data platform (CDP) with intelligent AI data streaming, tag management, and an API hub. Tealium’s data collection, management, and activation capabilities enable enterprises to accelerate operating performance, enhance customer experiences, drive better outcomes, and support global data compliance. More than 850 leading businesses globally trust Tealium to power their customer data strategies. For more information, visit www.tealium.com.
