On September 30, it was reported that Kia officially launched exports of the first vehicle fully manufactured in Nuevo León, Mexico, to Europe: the K4 Hatchback.
Produced at the Pesquería plant, the model marks the beginning of a new stage in the brand’s internationalization from Mexican territory. Initial shipments

On September 25, Kia America announced the launch of Plug & Charge, a new technology designed to simplify the public charging experience for Kia EV drivers, is coming soon and will expand the charging experience through Kia Charge Pass. 
Integrated into Kia’s connected vehicle platform, Plug & Charge enables automati

On September 17, NACTOY revealed “The Best of 2026: The vehicles that will compete for the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year” awards.
The “Best of 2026” lists were announced at the Center for Automotive Research’s Management Briefing Seminars event, in its inaugural year at Michigan Central St

On September 19, Egyptian International Trading and Agencies (EIT), the agent of Kia in Egypt, announced the launch of a project to locally assemble Kia vehicles using the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) system, with initial investments exceeding EGP 500 million.
The actual production is scheduled to begin in 2026, onc

South Korea’s Kumho Tire Co., Inc. said that it would start supplying the Crugen EV HP71 as original equipment (OE) tires for the PV5, Kia Corporation’s Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV). The size of the tires is 215/65R16. The size of the tires is 215/65R16. They will be applied to export models for Europe and other are

On September 18, Green NCAP tested 12 popular cars under its new whole-life assessment rating, showing the wide differences in environmental impact. The new system looks at real-world use, including car weight, efficiency in warm and cold weather, and hidden emissions from tyres and brakes. Most importantly, it now f

On September 13, it was reported that Mexico’s new tariff plan targeting vehicles and parts from countries without trade agreements, mainly affecting China, South Korea, and India, has stirred major international reactions.
The initiative, promoted by President Claudia Sheinbaum and pending Congressional approval bef

On September 18, WeaveGrid, a San Francisco, California-based software company that enables rapid electric vehicle (EV) adoption on the electric grid, announced a strategic investment from LG Technology Ventures, the venture capital arm of LG Group. This investment reinforces the company's position as the preferred p

On September 11, Kia unveiled the new Stonic, bringing higher-segment features to the B segment CUV class. This marks the Stonic’s second major facelift, featuring a bold design, upgraded technology and connectivity, and a renewed powertrain strategy.
The new Stonic is 25 mm longer due to the redesigned front and rea

On September 17, Kia revealed the K4 in Europe. The hatchback features generous interior space, premium features, and advanced technologies. The K4 will be built at Kia’s Pesqueria Plant in Mexico and is set to arrive in UK showrooms in the fourth quarter of 2025.
The vehicle measures 4,440 mm in length and 1,850 mm

On September 12, 2025, Suzuki Philippines unveiled the all-new Fronx, a next-generation SUV that combines bold coupe-inspired styling, a premium interior, and advanced features.
Its muscular stance is highlighted by a solid front grille, split-design headlamps, and double fenders extending from front to rear, project

Indian passenger vehicle sales in August 2025 were down 9.0% y/y to 280,839 units.
Based on the release of carmakers, the available sales results of PVs are as follows:
Maruti Suzuki sales of 134,050 units decreased 7.9% in August compared to the same month in 2024. Tata sales of 68,482 units decreased 2.2% from last

According to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) report issued on September 11, automobile sales (including imported vehicles of non-VAMA manufactures' sales) in Vietnam were up 3.1% year-over-year to 25,973 units in August. CKD volume was 12,671 units and CBU volume was 13,302 units.
VAMA members

On September 5, Kia announced that the new K4 sedan and hatchback, produced in Mexico, achieved a five-star safety rating from Latin NCAP, the highest classification granted by the program.
The K4 scored 91.87% for adult occupants, 90.38% for child occupants, 77.10% for pedestrian and vulnerable road user protection,

On September 10, JLR announced that it has been working around the clock with third-party cybersecurity specialists to restart its global applications in a controlled and secure manner.
The company believes that some data may have been affected and has informed the relevant regulators. The forensic investigation is

OEMs with manufacturing operations in Mexico exported 296,796 light vehicles in August 2025, a 1.4% increase compared to the 292,670 units shipped in August 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI).
OEMs with increased exports in August included BMW Group with a 34.9% increase to

Several South Korean media sources reported that Nexen Tire Co., Ltd. (Nexen Tire) will start supplying its summer tires, the N'blue S, as original equipment (OE) tires for Kia Corporation’s purpose-built vehicle (PBV), the PV5. This tire adopts the company’s Sidewall Aero Dynamic technology to lower vehicle noise an

OEMs built 349,856 light vehicles in Mexico in August 2025, resulting in a 0.8% decrease compared to the 352,615 units built in the same month of 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI).
OEMs with production increases in August included Audi with an increase of 55.2% to 15,461 un

The China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) announced the production and sales volumes of passenger cars (including sedans, SUVs, and MPVs, excluding minivans) for August 2025.
China passenger car production and sales volumes in August 2025
Retail
August retail sales volumes of passenger cars totaled 1.995 million uni

On September 9, Kia Europe announced its return to IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, presenting its full electric portfolio to the European public under the theme “Windows of Inspiration.”
The brand aims to reaffirm its commitment to sustainable mobility and strengthen its presence in Europe’s growing EV market. Visitors