Announced on April 29, 2025, Wuling Motors unveiled the Wuling EV Van for the first time in Indonesia at the Periklindo Electric Vehicle Show (PEVS) 2025 in Jakarta. Pre-bookings are now open.
In Indonesia, the Wuling EV van will be offered in Minibus and Blind Van variants and will be locally manufactured in Cikaran

Announced on April 28, 2025, the Thai Cabinet has approved (i) a reduction in excise tax for hybrid and mild hybrid vehicles to between 6% and 12%, and (ii) an extension of the production period for compensatory vehicles under the EV3 program to better align with domestic market conditions. 
These measures are design

On April 29, 2025, the Deputy Minister of Finance announced that the Cabinet has approved adjustments to the excise tax rates for PHEVs.
Currently, PHEVs, like HEVs, are taxed based on CO2 emissions. However, starting January 1, 2026, separate tax rates will apply. PHEVs with an electric range of at least 80 km per c

On April 27, 2025, ChangAn Automobile has unveiled its forward-looking roadmap, consisting of three strategies — its new energy Shangri-La Mission, Dubhe Plan for intelligence, and its Vast Ocean Plan for global expansion — usher in a new chapter of strategic upgrades and innovation for ChangAn. Major breakthroughs f

Announced on April 28, 2025, the Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF), in collaboration with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), UN-Habitat, the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), and Toyota Motor Thailand (TMT), officially launched the TRUST (Thailand Road Users Safety through Technology) Project. The initi

Reported on April 26, 2025, Motor Image Pilipinas, the exclusive distributor of Subaru in the Philippines, is preparing to introduce Subaru hybrid models to the local market in 2025. This development was revealed in the 2024 Annual Report of its parent company, Tan Chong International Limited.
In the Philippines, the

Reported on April 28, 2025, Toyota’s assembly plant in Santa Rosa, Laguna, the Philippines, recorded a robust 52.9% YoY increase in production for March 2025, reaching 5,762 units. The sharp uptick was driven by strong demand for the newly introduced Tamaraw light commercial vehicle, alongside interest in the Innova

On April 29, 2025, the Periklindo Electric Vehicle Show (PEVS) 2025 officially opened its doors at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta, running through May 4. Held in collaboration with Asiabike Jakarta (ABJ), the exhibition showcases electric mobilities, including vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles, and the latest in sustainable

On April 30, 2025, the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) announced that investment promotion applications in Q1/2025 totaled THB 431.2 billion (USD 12.9 billion), a 97% YoY increase, driven by large infrastructure and digital sector projects. The automotive and parts sector saw 72 projects with a combined value of T

Reported on April 25, 2025, Volkswagen Group Malaysia has signaled a bold push toward electrification in Southeast Asia, confirming plans to assemble electrified vehicles locally with the goal of exporting to key ASEAN markets.
At a recent event marking the start of local assembly for the Audi Q7 MHEV at DRB-Hicom’s

On May 1, Mercedes-Benz announced plans to build another model at its U.S. plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama in response to U.S. import tariffs.
In a statement, the company said that it will shift assembly of a mid-range “Core” segment vehicle, tailored to U.S. customers, to its Alabama factory by 2027. The "Core" segment

On April 28, Stellantis paused production of Jeep Gladiator pickups in Toledo as it works to "align parts inventory with demand". 
The Toledo Assembly Complex's south plant normally builds the Gladiator on two shifts. The Toledo facility also makes the Jeep Wrangler.
Stellantis says it "will continue to monitor the s

On April 29, Blue Bird Corporation announced it is showcasing both its groundbreaking electric step van and propane-powered stripped chassis at the 2025 Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo.
The electric-powered step van is based on its Class 5-6 stripped chassis that features a 178-inch wheelbase for last-mile-d

On May 1, Tata Motors Limited announced that its total sales in the domestic and international markets in April 2025 stood at 72,753 units, compared to 77,521 units in April 2024. Its total passenger vehicles domestic (including EV) sales stood at 45,199 units in April 2025, decreasing by 6% year-on-year (YoY) compar

On May 1, Kia India announced that its upcoming MPV will be called Clavis. The vehicle is scheduled to launch on May 8, 2025.
The front design includes a triangular headlight setup with reverse L-shaped daytime running lights (DRLs). The vehicle has an upright stance, and updates include revised bumpers and new allo

On April 30, Stellantis N.V. and car subscription platform FINN, Germany signed a 2025 framework agreement, with FINN already ordering 5,300 vehicles from various Stellantis brands.
The vehicles come with different powertrains, including gasoline, hybrid, and electric. Notably, new models such as the Opel Grandland a

On April 30, Polestar announced that it expects improved gross margins through 2025, driven by strong progress in transforming its commercial operations and a positive shift toward higher-margin models. The company also stated that it is continuing to implement cost-saving measures across the organization.
The compan

On April 30, Santana Motors SL announced a strategic alliance with Zhengzhou Nissan Automobile Co., Ltd. (ZZ Nissan) and Anhui Coronet Tech Co. to produce off-road all-terrain vehicles at the Santana Factory in Linares, Spain.
The partnership aims to develop innovative off-road vehicles that meets the needs of market

On April 30, Ebusco announced that 2024 had been a challenging year, marked by a shift in its production strategy from OEM to outsourcing, the launch of a turnaround plan and organizational restructuring. The company also faced major setbacks, including a production halt and canceled bus orders.
Ebusco reported that