In its FY 2025–26 annual report, Apollo Tyres announced capacity expansion plans at its manufacturing facilities in Hungary and Andhra Pradesh to support future demand growth. The expansion focuses on increasing passenger car radial (PCR) tire production capacity, with an estimated capital expenditure of INR 15 billi

Nexen Tire Co., Ltd. (Nexen Tire) will provide its N’FERA Supreme S tires as original equipment (OE) for the NEXO, Hyundai Motor Company’s hydrogen fuel cell sports utility vehicle. The N'FERA Supreme S incorporates an AI-enhanced load distribution structure and high-rigidity sidewalls to offer grip and steering resp

On July 10, Maserati unveiled its new Mcpura supercar at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, UK. The model is an evolution of the MC20 model.
The model comes with 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 Nettuno engine, which generates output of 630 hp and 720 Nm of torque. Its innovative Formula 1-inspired pre-chamber combustion sy

On July 7, IAV announced that it has established a test chamber at the Gifhorn site that is hermetically shielded from radio networks. Vehicles up to the size of medium-duty vehicles, such as the largest version of a VW Crafter or Ford Transit, can fit in the "shielding chamber." It is part of the Cybersecurity Lab. 

On July 10, Leoni concluded a partnership between its two shareholders, Luxshare-ICT and Stefan Pierer, its former sole owner. Following the signing of a binding agreement in September 2024, Luxshare-ICT has acquired a 50.1% stake in Leoni AG with its Wiring Systems Division (WSD), previously fully owned by Stefan Pi

On July 10, ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) announced that it is bringing its Steer-by-Wire technology to the European market for the first time with Mercedes-Benz. Series production of Europe’s first Steer-by-Wire vehicle is set to begin in 2026. steer-by-wire eliminates the mechanical connection between the steering whe

On July 9, KUKA announced that it has secured a follow-up order for 12 additional friction welding cells to support the production expansion of a major automotive manufacturer in the U.S. The delivered cells will be installed and commissioned in phases by August 2025.
The FSW (friction stir welding) cells, equipped

On July 8, Daimler Truck announced its updated Group strategy called “Stronger 2030” at the Capital Market Day 2025.
The strategy is built on the following five key pillars to increase profitability and resilience:
The Group is focusing on economies of scale, shown by the planned merger of Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino.In

On July 8, the European Parliament announced that the Environment and Internal Market Committees adopted their proposals on new EU rules to cover the entire vehicle lifecycle, from design to final end-of-life treatment. The report, adopted by 79 votes in favour, 27 against, and 11 abstentions, is expected to be adopt

On July 7, the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Japan announced that at the Italy Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Italian company DR Automobiles announced a new EUR 50 million investment for the production site in Macchia d’Isernia (IS). 
The industrial plan includes hiring 300 people, with the possibility of growing to 5

On July 8, Catalonia Trade & Investment announced that Chinese group Guangzhou Kaijie Power Supply Industrial (Kage), specialized in manufacturing batteries for motorcycles and high-performance vehicles, has chosen Barcelona to establish a new headquarters to serve the entire European market.
The new strategic center

On July 9, JLR announced that it will be the first to introduce newly developed tires made with over 70% renewable and recycled materials, such as silica from rice husks and plant-based resins, at scale. The new tires will be available this year as standard on select new Range Rover models with 22" wheels, with plans

Michelin has developed and supplied a dedicated version of the new CrossClimate 3 Sport tire for the new Alpine A390 all-electric sport fastback.
The vehicle will be equipped with 245/45 R20 103V XL tires, featuring an exclusive “A39” marking to denote the custom-engineered design for this specific model.
Specially d

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) signed an agreement on comprehensively deepening strategic electrification cooperation with Geely.
Taking this agreement as an opportunity, the two companies will further deepen cooperation in areas such as power battery technology, product platform integration, and su

On July 7, the Jeep brand officially unveiled the all-new Compass 4xe interior, with a new dimension of design and functionality that sets it apart from every other version of the lineup.
The seat fabric is coated in polyurethane, making it twice as resistant as conventional cloth and significantly easier to clean. T

On July 3, JMC Group commissioned an intelligent connectivity lab building, which will function as a core R&D site of the group for intelligent connectivity technology.
The lab building has a total investment amount of CNY 19.9 million and a floor area of 3,697 square meters.
The lab building constitutes an innovativ

On July 3, Mahindra Automotive Australia launched the XUV 3XO SUV in two variants—the AX5L and AX7L at an introductory drive-away price of AUD 23,490. The SUV is equipped with a TCMPFi turbo-gasoline engine that delivers 82 kW of power and 200 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 6-speed Aisin torque converter automatic

On July 1, Sandhar Technologies Limited announced that it has executed a sale/purchase agreement with its wholly owned subsidiary, Sandhar Engineering Private Limited. The transaction involves the sale of the entire plant and machinery of Sandhar Technologies’ Unit-III, located in Haryana (HR), to Sandhar Engineering