On December 16, Renault announced the launch details and pricing for the new Twingo E-Tech electric.
The Renault Twingo E-Tech electric is powered by an 82 hp electric motor paired with a 27.5 kWh battery, delivering a driving range of up to 263 km. The powertrain is optimized for urban use, offering zero tailpipe em

On December 10, Peterbilt announced the availability of the Bendix Intellipark Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) System on its Class 8 and medium duty trucks. Designed to enable electronic safety interlocks, the EPB features advanced functions including:
   • Rollaway mitigation: Automatic application of the parking br

On November 25, Toyota UK announced prices and specification details of the new Aygo X Hybrid, which will be available to order from December 1. Customer deliveries are scheduled to start from January 2026.
The model becomes Toyota’s smallest hybrid and the first A-segment city car to adopt this technology. It is lau

On November 25, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. launched the new Tata Sierra, a mid-size SUV, with a starting price of INR 1.149 million. The 2025 Sierra is based on the A.R.G.O.S. platform (All-Terrain Ready, Omni-Energy ,and Geometry Scalable Architecture), which is designed to be scalable, AWD-capable, and com

On November 12, BYD launched the T4 light-duty truck in Wuhan.
Developed specifically for urban distribution in China, the T4 adapts to diversified scenarios such as fresh food delivery, construction material transportation, and supermarket replenishment. The interior length and volume of the cargo space are up to 4,

On October 27, Nissan announced the start of pre-sales for the refreshed Nissan Kicks in Peru and Chile.
 
The vehicle features a 2.0-liter engine delivering 142 hp and 190 Nm, paired with a CVT transmission.
 
Both markets share core equipment such as wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, drive modes, push-button s

On October 2, Mutares SE & Co. KGaA completed the acquisition of AUMOVIO’s drum brake production and R&D location in Cairo Montenotte (Italy). As part of the share deal, Mutares has taken over all employees and business activities. The transaction strengthens Mutares’ Automotive & Mobility segment as a new platform i

AUMOVIO SE (AUMOVIO), formerly the Automotive group sector of Continental, has completed the sale of its hydraulic drum brake production and R&D site in Cairo Montenotte, Savona, Italy, to Mutares SE & Co. KGaA.
Signed on June 18, 2025, the transaction includes all employees and business activities, strengthening Mut

On September 25, 2025, Maruti Suzuki India’s Invicto MPV strong-hybrid UV received the highest five-star safety rating in the Bharat New Car Assessment Program (Bharat NCAP). The Invicto scored 30.43 out of 32 for Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 45.00 out of 49 for Child Occupant Protection (COP).
The INVICTO’s s

On September 20, Rely, a Chery sub-brand, launched the R08 intelligent pickup truck. The model is available in two gasoline and six diesel variants, with prices ranging from CNY 88,800 to CNY 149,800.
The R08 is positioned as a “global intelligent practical pickup truck”. The diesel variants are powered by a 2.3T eng

In its annual report for FY 2024-25, Autoline Industries announced that its board approved the procurement of a press brake machine for new business opportunities. The company purchased five mechanical automation press machines (with capacities of 1000, 800, 630, 500, and 500 tons), for the Chakan, Pune plant.
At the

On August 29, at the Chengdu Motor Show (CDMS) 2025, Rely, a Chery sub-brand, started accepting pre-orders for the R08 intelligent pickup truck. The model is available in two variants priced at CNY 88,800 and CNY 94,800, respectively.
Positioned as a “global intelligent practical pickup truck”, the R08 adopts a Qilin

Ford Motor Company has announced a recall affecting 103,174 Ford F-150 trucks from model years 2023 through 2025, produced between January 2, 2023, and May 21, 2025. The affected vehicles, equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy-duty ¾ float axle, may experience a defect where the rear ax

On August 5, it was reported that Auteco Blue relaunched its electric vehicle lineup in Colombia with the introduction of the DFM Friday EV.
The compact electric SUV is positioned as one of the most affordable models in the country. Known globally as the Dongfeng Forthing Friday EV or Leiting, this model features a 1

On July 31, ZF Group started the production of its electric park brake (EPB) system in India, marking the first time this technology is being produced locally for a passenger vehicle. The EPB system will be supplied to a passenger car OEM for its newly launched electric vehicle (EV) platform.
The electric park brake

On July 17, BMW India launched the second-generation 2 Series Gran Coupé in two variants: the 218 M Sport priced at INR 4.69 million and the 218 M Sport Pro priced at INR 4.89 million. The model is locally produced at BMW Group’s Plant in Chennai and will be available exclusively with a gasoline powertrain. The new B

On June 30, General Motors announced it is recalling 40,233 units of the 2024 and 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV, built in Ramos Arizpe, Mexico, to address a safety issue with the rear parking brake wiring harness. This issue stems from how the wiring harness was designed to be routed during production. 
GM’s investigation

On July 3, Mahindra Automotive Australia launched the XUV 3XO SUV in two variants—the AX5L and AX7L at an introductory drive-away price of AUD 23,490. The SUV is equipped with a TCMPFi turbo-gasoline engine that delivers 82 kW of power and 200 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 6-speed Aisin torque converter automatic

Continental AG’s Automotive group sector has signed an agreement to sell its drum brakes production and R&D site in Cairo Montenotte, Italy, to Mutares SE & Co. KGaA (Mutares). The transaction is expected to close in Q4/2025 after the listing of the Automotive group sector as independent company, Aumovio, in Septembe