On November 6, Hyundai Motor Group announced the opening of a new EUR 150 million facility at its Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Center (HMETC) in Rüsselsheim am Main, Germany. It will play a vital role in the development of future Hyundai, Kia and Genesis models in Europe.
The new 25,000 square meters site includes

On November 6, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries announced that new vehicle registrations of 99,588 units in October 2025 represented an increase of 1.2% over the last October. New vehicle sales of 1,014,027 units in the first ten months of the year represented a 1.1% decrease YoY.
Passenger car sales of 1

UK passenger car sales edged up 0.5% yoy to 144,948 units in October 2025, according to the data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) on November 5. Year-to-date sales increased 3.9% with 1,723,120 cars registered in the January-October period of 2025.
October sales for VW fell 1.1% to 13

On November 4, Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia (INEGI) reported sales of 129,736 light vehicles in October, representing an increase of 6.0% from the 122,406 sales in October 2024.
Nissan sold 22,701 units in October, an increase of 8.1% from the previous year.
Overall Volkswagen Group sales of

Kia has indefinitely delayed the EV4 for the U.S. market, meaning the previously announced early 2026 U.S. market launch is no longer valid. "The release of the upcoming EV4 electric sedan will be delayed until further notice." Kia confirmed, stating the situation is due to changes in the EV market conditions. No new

Five Korean automakers announced domestic new vehicle sales results in October. New vehicle sales in South Korea decreased by 17.3% compared to the same month in the previous year to 102,364 units. The extended Chuseok holiday in early October likely reduced operating days, affecting both domestic sales and exports.

MarkLines' preliminary figures for U.S. new vehicle sales for October 2025 (as of November 4, including estimates from GM, Stellantis, Tesla, etc.) were 1,273,378 units, down 5.1% from the same month last year. The number of business days in October was 27, the same as the same month last year. Light vehicle seasonal

On October 29, the Ministry of Economy (MoE) of the Slovak Republic announced that the Slovak government approved the investment aid for Hyundai Mobis Slovakia sro. The approval will contribute to the diversification of the production of the existing facility in Gbeľany with new products such as airbags, electronic b

On October 28, Mutares SE & Co. KGaA entered into final negotiations with a Korean listed company, Hwaseung Corporation, to acquire 67% of the shares in Hwaseung Special Rubber (Taicang) Co., Ltd. (“HSR”) and Hwaseung Auto Parts (Taicang) Co., Ltd. (“HST”). Signing of the transaction is planned in the fourth quarter

On October 31, ADM Global Group of Companies, the official distributor of Kia in Uzbekistan, announced that it has started exports of Kia cars to the Republic of Tajikistan. On October 13, 2025, the first batch of Sonet, Seltos, Sportage, and K5 models was shipped from the ADM Jizzakh plant to the official Kia dealer

On October 29, 2025, Sharda Motor Industries Ltd. (SMIL) signed a technology licence agreement with Donghee Industries Co. Ltd. of South Korea to add advanced suspension capabilities to its portfolio in India. Under this partnership, Donghee will transfer chassis and suspension technologies, including control arms, t

On October 30, the Deputy Prime Minister of Bulgaria inaugurated the high-tech automotive parts of Zies Europe (ZS Europe) in the Trakia Economic Zone (TEZ) near Plovdiv. The company has invested BGN 19 million in this plant. It will create 100 new jobs. The plant will produce aluminum parts. ZS Europe is associated

On October 29, Nokian Tyres announced that it will begin personnel negotiations to improve its financial performance and operational efficiency. The negotiations involve white-collar employees in Group functions and in all Nokian Tyres business units in all countries, as well as blue-collar and white-collar employees

The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) has kicked off the Japan Mobility Show 2025 at Tokyo Big Sight, running from October 29 to November 9. Press days take place on October 29 and 30, with the show opening to the public on October 31.
The event is being held under the theme “A unique opportunity to e

On October 29, Kia announced the start of sales of the 2025/2026 Niro hybrid in Brazil, offered in EX and SX Prestige trims.
The model features a 1.6-liter Kappa PE gasoline engine paired with an electric motor and lithium-ion polymer battery of 240 V, delivering 141 hp and 27 kgfm. It offers up to 27.2 km/l in the c

On October 28, GIB EnergyX, a JV of Gotion, China and InoBat, Slovakia held the ceremonial laying of the cornerstone for its upcoming battery factory in Šurany, Slovakia, marking the official start of construction on the modern production facility. 
The company noted that the first prototype batteries are expected to

On October 28, Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Chung met with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister, His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman, to discuss Hyundai’s growth plans in the country and explore future business opportunities. Their meeting focused on advancements in the automotive industry and the

On October 21, Kia Corporation announced the opening of the new Kia Qazaqstan LLP Plant in Kostanay in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Built with an investment of USD 310 million, it has an area of 630,000 square meters. The Kia Qazaqstan plant is equipped with around 68 advanced robots. The plant has an annual capacity

On October 22, Kia reveals the first teaser images of the all-new 2027 Telluride SUV ahead of its global debut at the upcoming Los Angeles Auto Show. 
On November 20, Kia America will unveil the second generation of one of its most successful vehicles in brand history.
The teaser images hint at a square shouldered, u

On October 22, IONNA announced a new partnership with Casey's, the nation's third largest convenience store and fifth largest pizza chain. Beginning in 2025, drivers can recharge their EVs with 400 kW power dispensers while enjoying comfort and convenience. 
The number of Rechargeries at Casey's will expand, with tea