Possible levies of up to 25% on imported semiconductors has united companies like GM, Ford, and Tesla in voicing concerns to President Trump’s plan for tariffs. It has brought response from 154 stakeholders from varied industry groups and countries that submitted statements related to the ongoing U.S. Commerce Depart

On June 25, ELIX Polymers announced that Yanfeng China has chosen its PC/ABS 5130 material for the interior components of the new SGM Buick GL8.
The interiors parts include the seat back panel, seat armrest, LCD screen frame and other highly demanding interior parts.
The ELIX PC/ABS 5130 material was chosen because

On June 25, Fountain Inn, South Carolina-based KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components, announced it has further expanded its selection of standard battery connectors with the introduction of the new 9155-900 Series 2.5mm-pitch vertical-mate battery connectors.
The new 9155-900 Se

NavInfo Co., Ltd.  (NavInfo) delivered a keynote speech at the 2025 World Semiconductor Conference & Expo (WSCE), where, based on MCU (microcontroller unit) chips such as the AC7870, it elaborated on innovations of AutoChips, a subsidiary, in 10 application areas such as automotive lighting, wireless charging, and se

On June 23, after videos surfaced witnessing aberrations seen in Tesla’s self-driving robotaxis, the U.S. National Highway Safety Transportation Administration (NHTSA) announced it is looking into reports that the automaker's self-driving cabs violated traffic laws during their first day of operation in Austin, Texas

On June 19, the Industrial Development Fund (IDF) announced that it would provide a preferential loan in the amount of RUB 930 million to NPK Avtopribor to produce electric motors for hydraulic pumps for ABS and ESP systems, as well as motors for engine cooling radiator fans. The total investment in the project will

On June 19, the EU Council approved its position on a proposal to delay new battery-related due diligence rules by two years. The goal is to give businesses more time to prepare, supporting EU competitiveness.
The proposal forms part of the so-called ‘Omnibus IV’ package adopted by the Commission on 21 May 2025 to si

On June 18, CARIAD announced that it has filed over 100 patent applications in the last year with the German Patent Office. When it was founded in 2020, it had just 49 patents and applications. Today, that number has grown to more than 700 — and it’s still rising.
Software ideas can be protected if they solve a techn

On June 18, BYD introduced the Seal 5 DM-i sedan to the European market. It is the second Super DM plug-in hybrid model launched for European customers and shares the same advanced technology as the Seal U DM-i SUV.
The vehicle features BYD’s advanced Super DM plug-in hybrid system, combining the ultra-efficient 1.5

On June 18, Tata Motors, in partnership with its distributor Al Hamad Automobiles, launched the new LPO 1622 bus in Qatar, marking its first Euro VI-compliant bus in the Middle East. Specifically designed for staff transportation, the LPO 1622 is powered by a Cummins ISBe 5.6L Euro VI engine delivering 220 hp and 925

On May 27, Geely announced the upcoming arrival of the 2026 Monjaro in Mexico, marking a new step in its local expansion. Positioned as the brand’s flagship SUV, the Monjaro shares its platform and engineering with the recently launched Renault Koleos 2026.
Built on the CMA global architecture, the Monjaro measures 4

On May 20, Red Hat announced a comprehensive partner ecosystem collaborating around Red Hat In-Vehicle Operating System to pre-integrate silicon, middleware, application software and services on the platform, propelling next-gen software-defined vehicles.
While automakers have long relied on a diverse ecosystem of IP

On May 21, Honda de México unveiled the 2026 Honda HR-V SUV, a model built in Celaya, Guanajuato for North America, and other markets.
The vehicle is powered by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine producing 155 hp and 136 lb-ft of torque, paired with a reengineered CVT for better responsiveness and fuel efficiency. Paddle

On May 22, TVS Motor Company signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with OOR Cabs Pvt. Ltd., a technology-driven mobility platform, to supply 500 TVS King EV MAX electric three-wheelers during the financial year 2025-26 (ending March 31, 2026). 
OOR Cabs will deploy the vehicles for intra-city passenger services,

On May 8, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) issued the “Technical Requirements for the Safety of Car Door Handles” (the Requirements) mandatory national standards for public comments until June 7.
In recent years, with the rapid electrification and intelligentization development of automo

On May 9, it was reported that Bosch will begin local production of the ECU (Electronic Control Unit) for the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) at its Campinas facility in São Paulo starting in 2026.
This move marks another step in the nationalization of the ESP system, following local production of ABS since 2007 a

On May 10, Kia Lucky Motors Corporation (LMC) launched the fourth-generation Kia Sorento, a three-row SUV, in three variants: the 3.5L V6 FWD priced at PKR 13.5 million, the 1.6L Turbo Hybrid FWD at PKR 14.7 million, and the 1.6L Turbo Hybrid AWD at PKR 16 million. Bookings for the vehicle commenced on May 11, 2025.

On May 12, Triumph launched the all-new Scrambler 400 XC motorcycle, priced at INR 294,000. The motorcycle is powered by a 400cc TR series engine, specifically tuned for the Scrambler, delivering 40 PS at 8,000 rpm and a torque output of 37.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm.
The Scrambler 400 XC comes with advanced features, includi

On April 29, Stellantis announced that Fiat reintroduced the Argo model to the Argentine market.
The vehicle offers the new DRIVE 1.3 MT variant. The Argo features a 1.3L Firefly engine delivering 99 hp at 6,000 rpm and 130 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and FWD.
The model includ

On May 8, the European Parliament adopted a targeted change to CO2 emission performance standards for new cars and vans. With 458 votes for, 101 against, and 14 abstentions, members supported the Commission’s proposal to support Europe’s automotive sector. To speed up its adoption, Parliament agreed to deal with the