On May 7, AEye, Inc., a leader in adaptive, high-performance lidar solutions, announced it has successfully produced the first Apollo lidar sensors from the LITEON manufacturing line in Taipei, Taiwan. This achievement is a key milestone as California-based AEye positions Apollo for high-volume production. 
Designed

On May 7, Odysse Electric Vehicles launched HyFy, a low-speed electric scooter priced at INR 42,000. The scooter is powered by a 250W motor and is available with two battery options—48V and 60V. It has a top speed of 25 kmph and has a range of 70 to 89 km per charge. The charging time for the scooter varies between 4

Huf has received its first order for kick sensor with 79 GHz radar from a renowned European premium car manufacturer.
This kick sensor will be installed in various future vehicle model ranges. Thanks to the free parameterizable detection range, the kick gesture can be performed from a greater distance to the bumper.

On April 30, WeRide was officially granted the first driverless equipment road testing licenses by the People’s Government of Nansha District of Guangzhou. This means that the company has been permitted to conduct road testing of its Robovan W5 driverless logistics vehicle in Nansha District.
Tailored for urban freig

On April 27, it was reported that Geely is planning a new launch its EX5 electric SUV in Brazil in July 2025, marking a new chapter for the Chinese automaker in the country.
While its production partnership with Renault at the São José dos Pinhais plant remains pending regulatory approval, Geely plans to expand its i

On April 28, it was reported that Chinese automaker FAW is considering entering the Brazilian market by launching two of its brands, Bestune and Hongqi, as part of a broader international expansion strategy.
While details remain under evaluation, FAW aims to begin local operations once it has adapted its vehicles to

On May 6, BorgWarner announced it has entered into a contract with a major, North American-based OEM to supply its 400V SW130 (S-wind) eMotor for use on a series of hybrid full-sized trucks and SUVs. 
The contract expands the global presence of BorgWarner's high-voltage, high-volume S-wind eMotor technology, with pro

On May 6, Stellantis launched the latest generation of its Jeep Compass C-SUV in Italy, produced at the Melfi plant. 
It is built on the advanced STLA Medium platform by Stellantis, designed for electric vehicles in the C and D segments. This platform supports long range, fast charging, strong performance, and good e

On April 23, at the Auto Shanghai 2025, GAC Hyptec debuted the Earth concept shooting brake.
The Earth incorporates natural inspiration and future technological concepts into design, with an H-shaped family front fascia and a dynamic fastback body style. The cockpit design makes extensive use of flowing curves, and t

On April 24, at the Auto Shanghai 2025, Dongfeng Forthing launched the Xinghai S7 REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) mid-to-large sedan. The model is available in two variants priced at CNY 129,900 and CNY 139,900, respectively.
The Xinghai S7 REEV measures 4,935mm long, 1,915mm wide, and 1,495mm high, with a whe

On May 5, Audi announced that it will launch a total of ten new plug-in hybrid models by the end of 2025. The Audi A3 and Audi A5, each available in two body styles, have already been launched. The plug-in hybrids offer long electric ranges of more than 100 kilometers (62 mi). Two additional models in the full-size c

On May 2, the Chief Minister of Delhi flagged off 400 new Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector (DEVi) electric buses from the Kushak Nallah Depot. Of these, 120 buses have been manufactured by JBM Group and will operate from the Ghazipur Depot. The buses are equipped with an intelligent transport management system (

Announced on April 29, 2025, Wuling Motors unveiled the Wuling EV Van for the first time in Indonesia at the Periklindo Electric Vehicle Show (PEVS) 2025 in Jakarta. Pre-bookings are now open.
In Indonesia, the Wuling EV van will be offered in Minibus and Blind Van variants and will be locally manufactured in Cikaran

This year's exhibition emphasised the industry’s continued drive towards a cleaner, smarter, and more connected future.
BAUMA 2025 is expected to have drawn over 600,000 visitors from over 200 countries. The event featured more than 3,600 exhibitors from 57 countries, showcasing innovations across 614,000 square mete

On April 23, Schaeffler announced the beginning of its strategy to integrate Vitesco’s capabilities into its South American operations, following the acquisition completed in October 2024.
Starting in the third quarter of 2025, Schaeffler will launch a NOx sensor for heavy vehicles under the Vitesco brand, targeting

On April 23, Omoda announced the opening of pre-orders for the Omoda 9 SHS, in Spain.
At 4.77 meters long, 1.92 meters wide and 1.67 meters high, it features a sleek cross-coupé body with a drag coefficient of 0.308. It’s plug-in hybrid system combines a 1.5-liter turbo engine with three electric motors, delivering a

On April 29, Renault unveiled some details of its new range of electric commercial vehicles: Trafic E-Tech, Goelette E-Tech, and Estafette E-Tech, developed by Flexis and built in Sandouville, France.
All models are based on a new all-electric skateboard platform, featuring a rear-mounted powertrain, a compact 10.3-m

On April 23, at the Auto Shanghai 2025, Changan Auto launched the Nevo Q07 plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The model is available in six variants, with prices ranging from CNY 129,800 to CNY 171,800.
The Nevo Q07 incorporates natural, technological, and emotional elements into exterior design and features minimalistic,