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Mazda Australia set to launch all-electric Mazda 6e in mid-2026
                    Announced on October 24, 2025, Mazda Australia has confirmed the local launch of the all-electric Mazda 6e, expected to join the line-up in mid-2026.
This EV embodies two decades of collaboration with Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd., combining intelligent electrification, rapid charging, and advanced cabin tec
                
 
                
            Mazda and Nippon Steel strengthen collaboration
On October 23, Mazda Motor and Nippon Steel announced that they have applied the results of their co-creation activities, redefining the traditional relationship between finished vehicle manufacturers and materials suppliers, to the development of the all-new CX-5 crossover SUV. Based on the long-standing business re
 
                
            Euro NCAP releases new safety ratings for Dongfeng BOX and several other models
                    On October 15, Euro NCAP released new safety ratings of several vehicles.
The Dongfeng BOX earned three stars in Euro NCAP’s safety tests. In a frontal crash, several spot welds on the car’s body failed, weakening the structure and reducing protection. The car scored 69% for Adult Occupant Protection, with concerns a
                
Mazda introduces 2026 Mazda 3 MHEV version in Mexico
                    On October 14, it was reported that Mazda México introduced the Mazda3 2026 with a new i Grand Touring MHEV version.
The vehicle, produced at Salamanca plant, features the Mild-Hybrid system that uses a 24V lithium battery and an e-Skyactiv-G generator to assist the 2.5-liter gasoline engine. The setup includes regen
                
Auto sales in Vietnam down 16.1% in September
                    According to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) report issued on October 10, automobile sales (including imported vehicles of non-VAMA manufactures' sales) in Vietnam were down 16.1% year-over-year to 30,688 units in September. CKD volume was 14,427 units and CBU volume was 16,261 units.
VAMA mem
                
JMS 2025: Mazda announces overview of exhibition
                    On October 14, Mazda announced its plans to exhibit at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 from Thursday, October 30 to Sunday, November 9 at Tokyo Big Sight.
Under the theme “The joy of driving fuels a sustainable tomorrow”, Mazda will hold a world premiere of its latest creation, representing the vision of a world that ha
                
 
                
            Changan Mazda launches EZ-60 SUV
                    On September 26, Changan Mazda launched the EZ-60 midsize SUV, its first global strategic new energy SUV. The model is available in two EV (battery electric vehicle) and four REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) variants, with prices ranging from CNY 119,900 to CNY 160,900.
The EZ-60 measures 4,850mm long, 1,935mm 
                
 
                
            Mexican auto exports down 0.3% in September 2025
                    OEMs with manufacturing operations in Mexico exported 314,656 light vehicles in September 2025, a 0.3% decrease compared to the 315,706 units shipped in September 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI).
OEMs with increased exports in September included Chrysler with a 34.1% incr
                
Mexican auto production decreases 6.1% in September 2025
                    OEMs built 355,525 light vehicles in Mexico in September 2025, resulting in a 6.1% decrease compared to the 378,583 units built in the same month of 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI).
OEMs with production increases in September included Mercedes Benz with an increase of 32.
                
Australian new vehicle sales increase 5.1% in September
                    On October 3, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries announced that new vehicle registrations of 101,992 units in September 2025 represented an increase of 5.1% over the last September. New vehicle sales of 914,439 units in the first nine months of the year represented a 1.4% decrease YoY.
Passenger car sales o
                
Bermaz Auto plans XPeng local assembly in Malaysia in H2 2026
                    Reported on October 1, 2025, Bermaz Auto Group CEO confirmed that the company has completed feasibility studies for a CKD project of XPeng vehicles and is now working with local partners to implement it. 
Local assembly is expected to begin in the second half of 2026, although the production site has yet to be finali
                
Mexican vehicle sales up 0.3% in September 2025
                    On October 2, Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia (INEGI) reported sales of 117,181 light vehicles in September, representing an increase of 0.3% from the 116,789 sales in September 2024.
Nissan sold 20,872 units in September, an increase of 11.5% from the previous year.
Overall Volkswagen Group sa
                
Canadian vehicle sales up 3.7% in September
                    On October 2, DesRosiers Automotive Consultants announced that approximately 163,000 light vehicles were sold in September, up from the 160,000 units sold in August, and up 3.7% from September 2024, with one more selling day this year than last. The SAAR in September was at 1.85 million.
In September, the Canadian fe
                
U.S. auto sales up 6.2% in September, buoyed by rush ahead of EV tax credit expiration
                    Note: Some figures were updated on October 9.
The number of new vehicles sold in the U.S. in September 2025 (preliminary figures including estimates for GM/Stellantis/Tesla, etc.), aggregated by MarkLines as of October 2, was 1,256,366 units, up 6.2% y/y. The number of sales days in September was 24, one more than in
                
Green NCAP conducts Life Cycle Assessment of BMW, MINI, Citroën, Fiat, Hyundai, KIA, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Volvo and VW models
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
Auto sales in Vietnam up 3.1% in August
                    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.
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Mexican auto exports up 1.4% in August 2025
                    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 
                
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