On August 5, it was reported that Auteco Blue relaunched its electric vehicle lineup in Colombia with the introduction of the DFM Friday EV.
The compact electric SUV is positioned as one of the most affordable models in the country. Known globally as the Dongfeng Forthing Friday EV or Leiting, this model features a 1

Shanghai Baolong Automotive Corporation (Baolong Automotive) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with JAC Group.
Baolong Automotive will continue to invest in key technologies such as intelligent suspension systems, tire pressure monitoring systems, sensors, and intelligent assisted driving and establish an R&D

On June 26, BYD announced the arrival of the M9 in Mexico, expanding its electrified vehicle lineup with a plug-in hybrid minivan, supporting the company’s national growth strategy within the electrification segment.
The BYD M9 features BYD’s fifth-generation DM hybrid technology, combining a 1.5-liter gasoline engin

On June 18, Volkswagen Brazil announced that the new VW Tera, produced in Taubaté, received the highest five-star rating in Latin NCAP's latest and most rigorous safety protocol. 
Built on the MQB platform and featuring ultra-high-strength steel in key structural areas, the Tera was entirely developed in Brazil and i

On May 29, Fiat unveiled the 2026 lineup of the Titano pickup, featuring major upgrades in performance, technology, and safety.
The most notable update is the new 2.2 Multijet engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, delivering 200 hp and 450 Nm of torque. This results in a 20% faster acceleration, going

On May 26, VW Brazil launched the Tera, an all-new sub-compact SUV developed and manufactured entirely in Brazil at its Taubaté plant.
The Tera SUV debuts with two powertrains: a 1.0-liter MPI engine delivering 84 hp, and a 1.0-liter TSI engine with 116 hp. Manual transmission is standard for MPI and TSI versions, wh

On April 16, the Chinese brand Kaiyi reached Argentina with the launch of its X3 compact SUV.
The model is powered by a 1.5-liter engine producing 116 hp, paired with a CVT automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.
Key features include driver and passenger airbags, tire pressure monitoring system, hill-start assi

On April 7, Nissan Mexicana announced the pre-sale of the all-new Nissan Magnite, a city SUV introduced in Mexico to mark 17 consecutive fiscal years as the country’s top-selling brand.
The Magnite boasts a striking exterior with an exclusive two-tone color, electrically foldable side mirrors, a redesigned grille, an

On March 12, Simple Energy launched its new electric scooter, the Simple OneS, priced at INR 140,000. The scooter is powered by an 8.5 kW PMSM motor with 72 Nm of peak torque, enabling it to accelerate from 0 to 40 km/h in 2.55 seconds. It is equipped with a fixed 3.7 kWh battery, offering an IDC range of 181 kilomet

On February 24, SOLLERS started sales of all-wheel drive Sollers ST8 pickups, the production of which is established in Ulyanovsk. Its price starts from RUB 2,720,000. It has a 2-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 136 hp. The reliable unit with a cast-iron cylinder block and timing chain drive is manufactured at

On February 4, JK Tyre & Industries Limited announced that its Board of Directors has approved increasing its stake in Treel Mobility Solutions Private Ltd. (TREEL) from 26% to 66% for a total acquisition cost of INR 100 million. The promoter group of JK Tyre holds an additional 24% in TREEL. The move aligns with JK

On January 30, Lucky Motors Corporation launched the 5th generation Kia Sportage SUV. 
The SUV is offered with two powertrain options: a Smart Stream 2.0L MPI engine, producing 154 hp and 192 Nm of torque, and a 1.6T-GDI HEV (Hybrid) engine, which combines a 177 hp gasoline engine with a 59 hp electric motor, deliver

On January 6, LML announced that it had received CMVR certification for its upcoming Star electric scooter. The certification validates LML Star’s compliance with quality and safety standards. It offers a range of 203 km per charge and a peak power output of 5.87 kW. It has a top speed of 90 km/h.
The scooter has a d

On December 20, 2024, Tesla is recalling nearly 700,000 vehicles due to a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system. The affected models include certain 2024 Cybertrucks, 2017-2025 Model 3s, and 2020-2025 Model Ys. The issue is that the warning light for low tire pressure may not stay illuminated between drivi

On November 26, an agreement was announced between Volvo Trucks and Buses Argentina and Anjor, a fuel transport and distribution company, for the acquisition of 320 Volvo FM 410 6x2T trucks specifically configured for hazardous cargo.
The FM 410 6x2T model has a maximum traction capacity of 65 tons, thanks to its 12-

On November 13, Neta Auto announced the opening of pre-sales for its X and Aya models in Brazil.
The Aya is available in two versions, Comfort and Luxury. Both are equipped with a permanent magnet synchronous motor delivering 95 hp and 15.3 kgfm of torque, powered by a 40.7-kWh battery with a 6.6-kW charging capacity

Robert Bosch GmbH (Bosch) announced that its latest microelectronics solutions will be presented at the electronica 2024 in Munich, Germany, from November 12-15.
The company’s new NT156 CAN SIC XL transceiver will make its world debut at this event. It enables data transfer rates of up to 20 Mbit/s in the CAN network

On October 9, Stellantis announced that the Fiat Toro Freedom T270 AT6 4X2 in Argentina will feature a new engine.
This compact pickup introduces the new entry-level Freedom T270 AT6 4X2 version, set to replace the previous Freedom 1.8L AT6 4X2 model. It boasts a 1.3-liter turbo engine that delivers 175 hp and 270 Nm