Automotive Industry News & Contents 2025 [Daily Updates]
This issue features a flash report on China's September sales (up 14.9%), a teardown analysis of BYD and AVATR models, and supply chain information for the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara.
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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Statistics

Flash report: China's new car sales in September up 14.9% y/y to 3.226 million units.
China's new vehicle sales saw a significant increase in September, driven by commercial vehicles.
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Electric / Autonomous
- Volvo Cars XC70
Volvo Cars launches all-new XC70 mid-size plug-in hybrid SUV in China - Geely Galaxy M9
Geely Galaxy launches M9 plug-in hybrid electric SUV - SAIC Motor Roewe M7 DMH
SAIC Roewe launches M7 DMH plug-in hybrid electric sedan
1,000 electrified models
Launch Schedules
Audi Q3VW Group models for European market
Lexus LS
Toyota models for US market
Model Launch Schedules Guide: Chart Explanation / Operation guide
Forecast by market (up to 2029)
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News
- [USA] GM officially announces January 12 as move in date to new global HQ
- [USA, China] Trump threatens massive tariffs on China in response to rare earth restrictions
- [USA] GM ends hydrogen fuel cell development for vehicles, continues for data centers
- [USA] GM Factory Zero workers remain on layoff through end of 2025 as EV sales slow
- [USA] Ford idles F-150 Lightning production after Novelis aluminum plant fire
- [Canada, USA] Linamar to acquire Aludyne’s North American assets for USD 300 million
- [EU] EU invests in Automotive Digital Future for data sharing and connected vehicle innovation
- [EU] ACEA calls for swift ratification of EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement
- [Germany] Volkswagen Group reports sales growth of 1.0% amid BEV sales jump by 33.1% in Q3 2025
- [UK] Munro Vehicles, Scotland secures new funding to boost production, expand facility, and create 300 jobs
- [Italy] Ferrari reveals production-ready chassis and components of first fully electric Elettrica model
- [Italy] Ferrari plans four new models per year until 2030, investing in engines, EVs, and sustainability
- [France] FORVIA to supply seating comfort solutions to three Hyundai and KIA models
- [Spain] Peugeot showcases Inception concept car for first time in Spain at “History of Design” exhibition
- [Austria] ams OSRAM presents OSIRE E3030 LED for automotive interior applications
- [Romania] Mercedes Benz’s Star Assembly starts production of electric drive units for GLC model in Sebeş plant, Romania
- [China] China adjusts 2026-2027 technical requirements for NEVs eligible for vehicle purchase tax exemption, reduction
- [India, Korea] India and Korea to explore joint initiatives in electronics and EV components
- [India] Bosch Mobility, India integrates Infotainment system in Maruti Suzuki Victoris SUV
- [Brazil] BYD completes testing of Brazilian SkyRail project, delivers Sao Paulo’s first 22m-long electric bus
- [Argentina] Stellantis starts RAM Dakota production at Cordoba Hub in Argentina
- [Argentina] Nissan ends pickup truck manufacturing in Argentina
- [Saudi Arabia] Ford announces new vehicle launches and connected services in Saudi Arabia
- [Egypt] Egypt reveals further information about “National Program for Development of Auto Industry”
- [Algeria] Stellantis Tafraoui plant, Algeria produces first fully localized Fiat Grande Panda model
- [Morocco] Morocco approves two industrial zones for automotive and other industries
- [Indonesia] Indonesian sales down 15.1% to 62,071 in September