On June 5, Bollinger Motors announced it has emerged from receivership as parent company Mullen Automotive settled claims in a lawsuit filed by Bollinger Motors' founder, Robert Bollinger. In connection with the settlement, Mullen Automotive increased its ownership stake in the company from 74% to 95% with payment of

On June 5, President Trump lashed out against Tesla CEO Elon Musk, saying he was “disappointed” by the billionaire’s public opposition to the sweeping tax-cut and spending bill that is at the heart of Trump’s agenda.
Musk has been actively urging Senate Republicans to “kill the bill,” which comprises a wide range of

On June 5, Ram announced the return of the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine, beginning with the 2026 Ram 1500. Equipped with eTorque hybrid technology, the  5.7-liter HEMI is rated at 395 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque.
Ordering for HEMI-equipped Ram 1500 trucks is now open, with first deliveries scheduled for U.S. dealerships t

On June 4, GM announced it is recalling 41, 376 Cadillac Lyriq electric SUVs over an issue with the driver video display.  Affected vehicles include 2023-24 model year Cadillac Lyriqs, built at the Spring Hill Assembly Plant in Tennessee. 
The U.S. National Highway Safety Transportation Administration (NHTSA) says th

On June 3, a ship carrying 3,048 cars to Mexico was abandoned in the middle of the Pacific Ocean after catching fire about 300 miles southwest of Adak, one of Alaska’s Aleutian Islands. The ship. named Morning Midas. had about 750 EVs and hybrids on board, the U.S. Coast Guard said in a statement. The crew had initia

On June 5, Qualcomm Inc. announced that its subsidiary, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., has completed the acquisition of Autotalks, an industry leader in direct vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication solutions. 
Autotalks is a fabless semiconductor company founded in 2008, specializing in V2X communications. It pione

On June 5, Dynapower, part of Sensata Technologies, a global leader in energy storage solutions, announced the launch of its latest utility-scale product, the MV Integrated PowerSkid. 
The MV Integrated PowerSkid offers a compact solution for medium-voltage applications in the renewable, BESS, and hydrogen sectors. D

On June 4, Comau announced its collaboration with Intecells, US to improve how cold plasma is used in making battery cells. Intecells holds a patent for the new technology, and together they aim to help customers add it to their current production lines in a cost-effective way.
The cold plasma technology already help

On June 6, Stellantis announced that Ram is reintroducing the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine in the 2026 Ram 1500, responding to strong customer demand. Orders for HEMI-powered trucks in Europe will begin in July 2025, with deliveries starting next winter.
The 2025 Ram 1500 switched to six-cylinder engines, but high inter

On June 5, Vauxhall opened orders for the 2025 Astra Griffin, available with electric, hybrid, and gasoline options. It offers better value, starting at GBP 26,090 i.e. GBP 2,775 cheaper than the previous Astra Design model. The Griffin trim replaces the outgoing Design trim as the new entry-level option in the Astra

On June 5, Renault, MyWheels, and We Drive Solar, announced its partnership with the Municipality of Utrecht, to launch Europe’s first large-scale Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) car-sharing service. The project helps support a cleaner, more efficient energy system in a city where 35% of rooftops already have solar panels.
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On June 5, Porsche announced that it uses AI and machine learning to better understand complex data and how different components interact. This helps engineers gain reliable insights into how high-voltage batteries behave under various conditions.
High-voltage batteries are affected by many factors. Porsche’s enginee

On June 4, multiple sources reported that a serious mechanical failure has hit the Stellantis factory in Sochaux, France, affecting the main stamping press. The issue began on June 2 and is expected to last until at least June 5, 2025.
Due to the breakdown, most work sessions have been canceled across the plant, exce

On June 4, multiple sources reported that Stellantis has informed trade unions that it will request ordinary redundancy payments for around 600 workers at the Termoli plant from June 23 to July 6, 2025.
The temporary production halt, described as precautionary, affects employees in the V6, T4, and GSE engine units. I

On May 14, Hero MotoCorp, in an investor update, announced that its existing electric two-wheeler product has been performing well, with monthly volumes between 7,000 and 8,000 units. An upgraded version of the Vida electric scooter is set to launch in July 2025, offering an improved value proposition for customers. 

On June 5, the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, flagged Off 200 electric DEVi buses by PMI Electro in Delhi. The buses will cover 30 green routes, promoting zero-emission public transport. With this flag-off, PMI Electro Mobility now operates over 2,500 electric buses across 31 cities across the country.

On May 13, Ashok Leyland Limited, in an investor conference call, announced that it is working on several new products, including an EV terminal tractor and a 15-meter AC coach, both of which were showcased at Auto Expo 2025. These commercial vehicles are scheduled for commercial production within the current year. I

On June 5, Rane Group, in an investor update, announced that during the quarter that ended on March 31, 2025, Rane (Madras) Limited won orders worth INR 2.4 billion primarily in steering and linkages and light metal castings businesses. 
Rane Steering Systems Private Limited won orders worth INR 130 million for the S

On June 5, Setco Automotive Limited launched its latest product the Automotive Water Pump. This marks a strategic expansion of Setco’s product portfolio into the critical engine cooling segment. It is designed to serve the diverse needs of light commercial vehicles (LCVs) and MHCVs. Its key features include superior

On June 4, multiple sources reported that SWM Motors rented a facility in the Eskişehir Organized Industrial Zone (EOSB). It will begin assembling SUVs using parts imported from China, with production set to start in September 2025. Later, it will assemble hybrid and electric vehicles, focusing on exports after launc