Automotive Industry News & Contents 2025 [Daily Updates]
This issue features launch schedules for Audi and VW in the U.S. market, details on the new NIO ES8, supply chain information for lamp products, and the latest sales data from Brazil where BYD and Chery have seen significant jumps.
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.
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Launch Schedules

Audi A4 e-tron, Full-size EV, Electric Large-size SUV, A3/S3/RS 3, A7/S7/RS 7, Q3, e-tron GT, Scout Terra, Traveler
Explore the upcoming launch schedules for Audi and the VW Group in the U.S. market, including a range of new electric and conventional models.
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- [USA] Chevrolet presents new revised 2027 Bolt EV ahead of 2026 launch
- [USA] Ford Kentucky Truck plant expansion plans revealed
- [USA] U.S. NHTSA opens new Tesla probe after more crashes involving FSD tech
- [USA] Toyota recalls 393,838 vehicles in U.S. over faulty rear camera displays
- [USA] Rivian plans rear door redesign on coming R2 over safety concerns
- [USA] Lyft announces strategic partnership with Tensor Robocars for 2027 rollout
- [Germany, EU] Kia Europe publicly trials cell-level battery passport technology
- [Germany, Italy] Iveco opens upgraded Ulm test track, Germany for next-generation commercial vehicles
- [Germany] Daimler Truck sales down 15% in Q3 2025
- [Germany] FORVIA HELLA launches FlatLight technology as daytime running light for headlamps
- [Germany] FORVIA HELLA supplies customized headlamps for VDL FUTURA 3 buses
- [UK] Aston Martin unveils DB12 S
- [Spain] Benteler launches new photovoltaic system at Burgos site in Spain
- [Belgium] ZF unveils Software Update Management System for buses and coaches at Busworld 2025
- [EU] European Commission announces plan to protect EU steel industry
- [China, USA] China announces new rare earth controls ahead of Trump-Xi meeting
- [China] Zeekr launches 9X plug-in hybrid electric SUV
- [China] DFMC Voyah starts accepting pre-orders for Passion L plug-in hybrid electric sedan
- [China] Changan Auto starts accepting pre-orders for Nevo A06 coupe
- [India] Mahindra, India, denies rumour of demerger of auto and tractor businesses
- [India] Ministry of Corporate Affairs, India, approves change of name from SML Isuzu Limited to SML Mahindra Limited
- [India] VECV to manufacture Volvo Group’s automated manual transmissions for India and other markets
- [Brazil] BYD officially inaugurates Camaçari plant in Brazil
- [Brazil] Audi opens pre-sales for Audi Q5 S line quattro and Q5 Sportback S line quattro in Brazil
- [Argentina] Stellantis opens presales for Fiat 600 hybrid in Argentina
- [Algeria] Algeria to unveil first “made in Algeria” electric car in 2026
- [UAE] Robo.ai partners with W Motors, UAE, to develop and produce electric and autonomous vehicles
- [Vietnam] Vietnam’s government lowers costs for first-time vehicle registration amid slowing auto market
- [Indonesia] Hyundai strengthens commitment to eco-friendly commercial vehicles in Indonesia
- [Thailand] New Kia Carnival HEV 7-Seater MPV launched in Thailand
- [Thailand] TCC urges stronger standards and policies to protect EV buyers in Thailand
- [Thailand] MG Sales Thailand reports over 40% sales growth for first 9 months of 2025
- [Japan] Hino and Mitsubishi Fuso announce new holding company name “ARCHION”
- [Japan] JMS 2025: Nissan to showcase all-new Elgrand minivan