WUHU, China, Aug. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As new energy vehicles continue to gain momentum worldwide, their efficiency and lower running costs have made them increasingly popular for urban commuting. However, when embarking on long journeys, new energy vehicles, particularly pure-electric models, still grapple with range anxiety. How can urban drivers balance low-cost commuting with long-range intercity travel demands? SOUEAST’s solution is the C-DM Hybrid System, a comprehensive power technology covering diverse mobility scenarios while harmonizing low energy consumption with high-performance output. On August 5, 2026, SOUEAST held its first long-distance media test drive of the S08 i-DM in Mexico, powered by the C-DM Hybrid System.
Zero Traffic Anxiety and Fuel-Free Commuting
According to the INRIX 2025 Global Traffic Scorecard, Mexico City is one of the most congested cities in the world, with an average of 108 hours lost in congestion. For local drivers, frequent stop-and-go traffic not only increases driver fatigue but also creates greater challenges for vehicle energy efficiency. The SOUEAST C-DM Hybrid System is equipped with the 1.5TD dedicated hybrid engine with the stepless electric hybrid DHT transmission. Through intelligent energy management, the system automatically prioritizes pure electric mode during urban commuting, helping reduce energy consumption. Meanwhile, the E-CVT seamless shifting technology minimizes shift shock during low-speed following and frequent acceleration and deceleration for a more comfortable driving experience. As an “Urban Stylish SUV”, the S06 DM accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds flat and offers an NEDC pure-electric range of up to 114 km, enabling truly fuel-free commuting for Mexico City drivers’ daily urban mobility.
“Motorsuite” Unafraid of Long Distance and High Temperature
In Africa, sparse charging infrastructure and limited highway charging stations make intercity travel challenging for pure electric vehicles. The SOUEAST C-DM Hybrid System delivers extended driving ranges. For example, the S08 DM offers a combined range of exceeding 1,000 km with fuel consumption as low as 5.3L/100km in charge-depleting mode. With a single refueling and charging cycle, it can complete a round trip between Cairo and Red Sea resorts, eliminating range anxiety entirely for long-distance journeys. The model is also equipped with ultra-long-travel ergonomic seats. The driver’s seat provides 8-way adjustment, 4-way electric lumbar support, 280mm front/rear travel, and 100° backrest recline. Combined with four preset seat modes, these features create the “Motorsuite” experience for long-distance journeys. Additionally, ground temperatures in some parts of Africa can exceed 50°C during summer. SOUEAST’s stepless electric hybrid DHT transmission operates reliably across ultra-wide temperature ranges, maintaining stable power performance in extreme cold or heat conditions.
From city commutes to long-distance journeys, the SOUEAST C-DM Hybrid System achieves system-wide synergy through integrated architecture design, fully unleashing power and efficiency advantages across diverse driving scenarios. Every journey begins without trade-offs between energy saving and dynamic performance, or between urban life and distant destinations.
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