On September 4, Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia (INEGI) reported sales of 124,167 light vehicles in August, representing an decrease of 3.0% from the 128,008 sales in August 2024.
Nissan sold 23,671 units in August, an increase of 9.9% from the previous year.
Overall Volkswagen Group sales of 1

UK passenger car sales decreased 2.0% to 82,908 units in August 2025, according to the data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) on August 5. Year-to-date sales increased 2.1% with 1,265,281 cars registered in the January-August period of 2025.
August sales for VW fell 1.5% to 7,866 units

On September 3, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries announced that new vehicle registrations of 100,539 units in August 2025 represented an increase of 2.2% over the last August. New vehicle sales of 812,447 units in the first eight months of the year represented a 2.1% decrease YoY.
Passenger car sales of 1

MarkLines' preliminary figures for August 2025 (including estimates from GM, Stellantis, Tesla, and others) compiled as of September 4 show that U.S. new car sales increased 2.1% year-on-year to 1,456,805 units. The number of business days in August was 27, one day fewer than the same month last year.
GM, Ford, and o

Several South Korean media sources reported that South Korea’s Mcnex Co., Ltd. has established a new firm, Mcnex India Private Limited, in the Sri City Industrial Complex in Andhra Pradesh, India. Over the next three to four years, the company will invest KRW 25 billion (JPY 2.75 billion) to build a manufacturing and

On September 1, IVECO announced the start of deliveries of 400 Daily vehicles to Brazil’s Ministry of Health.
The units will be adapted into Mobile Dental Units (UOM) to expand access to oral health services in remote areas. IVECO emphasized the social impact of the project, with President for Latin America Marcio Qu

On September 1, Kia announced UK pricing and specifications for the EV5, a fully electric family SUV with seating for five. The prices of the new EV5 start at GBP 39,295, with orders now open and first deliveries expected later in 2025.
The Kia EV5 is offered in three trim levels, ‘Air’, ‘GT-Line’ and ‘GT-Line S’. It

Five Korean automakers announced domestic new vehicle sales in August. New vehicle sales in South Korea rose 5.2% year-on-year to 110,961 units. Exports struggled amid changes in the trade environment, including U.S. tariffs. Even so, supported by a recovery in the domestic market, overall sales remained steady and e

On August 31, JSC Uzavtosanoat, in a social media update, announced that the newly established enterprise IOTA JH Co. has started production of tubes and hoses for the automotive air conditioning system. The project has been implemented within the framework of a strategic partnership between JSC Uzavtosanoat and the

On August 21, J.D. Power released its 2025 U.S. Tech Experience Index (TXI) Study with the addition of a smart vehicle category that highlights the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in vehicles. Several of these features, including smart ignition, climate control and driver preferences, ranked in the top 10

On August 22, ADM Electrics LLC, a member of the ADM Global group of companies, opened a new production building to produce modern components for the automotive industry. The plant is in the Asaka district of the Andijan region. The investment will create 100 jobs.
The enterprise produces components for the Kia Sonet

Hyundai’s journey in the Indonesian market resembles a K-Drama script, rich with elements that have made these narratives from the automaker’s home country resonate with audiences around the globe.
Much like a classic K-Drama, Hyundai’s story features a struggling protagonist, a sudden rise, unexpected twists, and cl

On August 28, FORVIA, in a social media post, announced that it had inaugurated a new plant dedicated to Hyundai-Kia Motor India (HKMI), near its facility, in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh. The plant manufactures two rear muffler variants and car sets. The plant is designed exclusively for Kia. The plant has an in-house

South Korea’s Guyoung Tech Co., Ltd. announced that it acquired an 81.61% stake in a US company, Car Tech, LLC, for Korean won (KRW) 10 billion (JPY 1.1 billion) and made it a subsidiary of the company. Guyoung Tech has its headquarters and a plant in Daegu Metropolitan City, as well as a production base in Yeongcheo

Several South Korean media sources reported that China's Heilongjiang Tianyouwei Electronics Co., Ltd. (TYW) will establish a research and development center and a production base in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. Established in 1998, TYW develops and manufactures instrument panels and in-vehicle infotainment

On August 25, Hyundai Motor Group announced that it would increase its investment in the U.S. by USD 5 billion to USD 26 billion from 2025 to 2028. Hyundai had previously announced in March 2025 that it would invest USD 21 billion over the next four years to advance various strategic initiatives in the country.
In to

Several South Korean media sources reported that Doosung SB Tech Co., Ltd., a brake part manufacturer, will build an additional plant in Jeong eup-si, Jeonbuk Special Self-Governing Province, with a capital investment of KRW 8.85 billion (JPY 973.5 million). The construction is slated to start in October 2025 and be

Kia Canada announced a partnership with Variablegrid Adaptive Power Inc., a company specializing in EV energy management. Under the partnership, customers purchasing Kia EVs can choose to include the cost of the Variablegrid Energy Management System (EMS) and home charger in their financing options, streamlining the

Over the last few years, Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) have been the focal point of the electrification trend, while Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) and Extended Range Electric Vehicles (EREVs) have also recently gained traction. However, across the Asia-Pacific region (excluding China), Full Hybrid Electric Vehicles (FHE

On August 20, 2025, Suzuki Philippines began accepting reservations for the new Fronx subcompact SUV, with a promo period running until September 5.
The Fronx marks Suzuki Philippines’ entry into the B-SUV segment, positioned alongside models such as the Toyota Raize and Kia Sonet. 
Measuring 3,995 mm in length, 1,76