Automotive Industry News & Contents 2025 [Daily Updates]
A report on European and American OEMs' strategies in China (featuring BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and GM at Auto Shanghai 2025), and the latest developments regarding U.S. tariff policies and rare earth export regulations.
Updated daily with the latest information for the automotive industry. Coverage (Japanese/English/Chinese) of information directly related to business, including complete vehicles, EVs, automated driving, sales figures, and industry reports.
FEATURED REPORTS

BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and GM exhibits at the Auto Shanghai 2025
- BMW: Next-generation concept car, intelligent cockpit system for China
- Mercedes-Benz: Vision V concept car and all-new BEV CLA L
- GM: Cadillac Lyriq-V, Buick new super fusion architecture and NEV sub-brand
- smart #5 production plant/parts supply information can be found below:
Zhejiang Haoqing Automotive Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Changxing Branch
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…Read moreU.S. Import volume

U.S. monthly import volume by model is available.
LAUNCH SCHEDULES

1) USA model plan updates
WHO SUPPLIES WHOM
Added total 13 items from Compartec S.A.P. I. de C.V. in Mexico for Headlight housing etc.
- Rear View Camera (RVC) (Canada 2 items):
- Inverter (USA etc. 2 items):
- Infotainment Information Equipment (Car Audio) (USA etc. 3 items):
- Wireless Smartphone Charger (USA 3 items):
- Engine ECU (USA etc. 15 items):
- Brake Pedal (USA 6 items):
- Radiator (USA 2 items):
- Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter (USA 3 items):
- Sunroof Motor (USA etc. 3 items):
- Steering Column (USA 3 items):
- Seat Adjustment Switch (USA 3 items):
- Headlight Housing (USA etc. 4 items):
- Front Turn Signal Lamp (USA 2 items):
- Dash Insulator (USA 1 item):
- Start-Stop Switch (USA 3 items):
- A/C Compressor (Mexico 2 items):
- Glove Box (Mexico 1 item):
- Console (Mexico etc. 2 items):
- Door Trim (Mexico etc. 2 items):
- B Pillar Trim (Mexico 1 item):
- Battery Carrier (Turkiye 1 item):
- Driver Monitoring System (DMS) (Turkiye 1 item):
- Active Torque Rod (Turkiye 1 item):
- Airbag Inflator Damper (Turkiye 1 item):
- Door Component (Turkiye 1 item):
- Central Door Lock System (Turkiye 1 item):
- Crossmember (Turkiye 2 items):
- Suspension Control Arm (Turkiye 3 items):
- Coil Spring (Turkiye 1 item):
- Stabilizer (Turkiye 1 item):
- Fuel Filler (Turkiye 2 items):
- Body ECU (Germany etc. 27 items):
- Rear Lamp Housing ( Germany 1 item):
- e-Axle (Japan etc. 2 items):
- Reduction Gear for EV (Japan etc. 2 items):
- Shock Absorber (Japan 2 items):
- Auxiliary Battery (Japan 1 item):
- Tire (Japan 1 item):
- Traction Motor (China 1 item):
- Cabin Air Filter (China 29 items):
- Seat (China 3 items):
- Seat Cover (China 3 items):
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NEWS
- [USA, Canada] Trump terminates Canadian trade talks
- [USA] Lexus, Nissan top 2025 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study, infotainment remains problematic
- [USA] J.D. Power features production plant quality awards in 2025 U.S. study
- [USA, Mexico] Cadillac Optiq adds new version, more power for 2026
- [USA] Waymo launches robotaxi service in Atlanta with Uber
- [USA] Lyft prepares for autonomous services in Atlanta with May Mobility
- [EU] Nissan launches third-generation e-POWER system in Europe
- [UK] UK vehicle production decrease 32.8% to 49,810 units in May
- [Germany] FORVIA HELLA establishes HELLA Ignite GmbH to advance development of software-only products
- [Italy] Next-generation Jeep Compass increases efficiency with advanced aerodynamics
- [Spain] Stellantis Vigo plant halts night shift due to parts shortage, affected Peugeot 2008 production
- [China] SAIC Motor, CATL establish power system company
- [China] China to launch NEV consumption campaign
- [China] Changan Auto executive deems polarization of auto sales in China to be intensifying
- [China] GWM launches G1050 hybrid HDT
- [China] China’s auto dealership industry calls on Chinese automakers to shorten rebate redemption periods
- [China] Garrett Motion opens Wuhan Innovation Center in China for zero-emission mobility
- [Brazil] Marelli unveils first CGCRE INMETRO accredited lab for EVs in Hortolandia, Brazil
- [Egypt, China] Egyptian Minister discusses development of automotive industry with Chinese companies
- [Ghana, China] Foreign Minister of Ghana discusses EV manufacturing plant in Ghana with GAC
- [Japan] Toyota Auto Body to turn Inabe plant into dedicated plant for commercial vehicles
- [Thailand] May vehicle sales in Thailand up 4.7%, production up 10.3% (detailed report)
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