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Autoline Industries, India updates about technology upgrades across plants
In its annual report for FY 2024-25, Autoline Industries announced that its board approved the procurement of a press brake machine for new business opportunities. The company purchased five mechanical automation press machines (with capacities of 1000, 800, 630, 500, and 500 tons), for the Chakan, Pune plant.
At the
CDMS 2025: Chery Rely starts accepting pre-orders for R08 intelligent pickup truck
On August 29, at the Chengdu Motor Show (CDMS) 2025, Rely, a Chery sub-brand, started accepting pre-orders for the R08 intelligent pickup truck. The model is available in two variants priced at CNY 88,800 and CNY 94,800, respectively.
Positioned as a “global intelligent practical pickup truck”, the R08 adopts a Qilin

Ford issues recall for rear axle hub bolt defect on 2023–2025 F-150 models
Ford Motor Company has announced a recall affecting 103,174 Ford F-150 trucks from model years 2023 through 2025, produced between January 2, 2023, and May 21, 2025. The affected vehicles, equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy-duty ¾ float axle, may experience a defect where the rear ax
Auteco Blue launches DFM Friday EV in Colombia
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
ZF Group starts production of electric park brake system in India for passenger EVs
On July 31, ZF Group started the production of its electric park brake (EPB) system in India, marking the first time this technology is being produced locally for a passenger vehicle. The EPB system will be supplied to a passenger car OEM for its newly launched electric vehicle (EV) platform.
The electric park brake
BMW India, launches second-gen 2 Series Gran Coupé
On July 17, BMW India launched the second-generation 2 Series Gran Coupé in two variants: the 218 M Sport priced at INR 4.69 million and the 218 M Sport Pro priced at INR 4.89 million. The model is locally produced at BMW Group’s Plant in Chennai and will be available exclusively with a gasoline powertrain. The new B

Chevrolet Blazer EV recalled over damaged parking brake wiring harness
On June 30, General Motors announced it is recalling 40,233 units of the 2024 and 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV, built in Ramos Arizpe, Mexico, to address a safety issue with the rear parking brake wiring harness. This issue stems from how the wiring harness was designed to be routed during production.
GM’s investigation
Mahindra India launches XUV 3XO SUV in Australia
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
Continental to sell drum brakes production and R&D site in Cairo Montenotte, Italy, to Mutares
Continental AG’s Automotive group sector has signed an agreement to sell its drum brakes production and R&D site in Cairo Montenotte, Italy, to Mutares SE & Co. KGaA (Mutares). The transaction is expected to close in Q4/2025 after the listing of the Automotive group sector as independent company, Aumovio, in Septembe
Stellantis Brazil announces upgrades in Fiat Titano 2026
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

HL Mando named GM’s Supplier of the Year
South Korea’s HL Mando Corporation reported that the company was named the 2024 Supplier of the Year by a US automaker, General Motors Company. The award recognized the electric parking brakes that the company supplies to GM. The products are manufactured at HL Mando’s plant in Alabama, the U.S. The company is a 5-ti
Airtificial, Spain secures seven automotive projects in India and China in Q1 2025
On April 15, Airtificial Group announced that it had secured seven new automotive sector projects in Asia during the first quarter of the year. These projects are for major global automotive brands, including Renault, Nissan, Tata, Mahindra, and Chery Automobile, and will be carried out through leading Tier-1 supplie
VW ID.4 and Audi Q4 E-Tron EVs recalled in U.S. over software issue
On February 28, Volkswagen and Audi announced they are recalling 60,490 electric vehicles in the U.S. because of a potential software issue that could prevent shift-lever indicators on instrument panels to be seen.
The recall includes 2021-2023 VW ID.4 and 2022-2023 Audi Q4 E-Tron and Q4 E-Tron Sportback electric cro
Caoa enhances Chery Arrizo 6 Pro Hybrid with Max Drive version in Brazil
On January 13, Caoa launched the Chery Arrizo 6 Pro Hybrid with the Max Drive package, adding ten new standard features for comfort, safety, and driver assistance.
The Chery Arrizo 6 Pro Hybrid Max Drive is equipped with a 48V mild-hybrid powertrain featuring a 1.5-liter Turbo Flex engine paired with a 9-speed CVT tr
Hyundai Motor India unveils Creta EV SUV features
On January 6, Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) revealed the technologies for its upcoming Creta EV SUV.
The vehicle will feature in-car payment, a digital key, ADAS-linked regenerative braking, and a column-type 'Shift-by-Wire' system for intuitive gear control.
It includes single pedal drive (i-Pedal), vehicle-to
Shyft Group delivers first Blue Arc Class 4 EV trucks
On December 10, the Shyft Group announced the first shipments of its Blue Arc Class 4 EV truck to multiple customers, including initial deliveries to a leading parcel delivery customer. These shipments mark the transition to regular production at Shyft’s plant in Charlotte, Michigan to meet demand for electrified fle

Knorr-Bremse participates in 2nd CISCE
Knorr-Bremse participated in the 2nd China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) with its latest technological achievements in the areas of commercial vehicles and rail transit. For commercial vehicles, Knorr-Bremse exhibited EPB (Electronic Parking Brake), GSBC (Global Scalable Brake Control), and ADAS (Advanced D

Stellantis unveils current generation Peugeot Landtrek Pickup
On December 5, Stellantis unveiled the current generation of Peugeot Landtrek pickup, focusing on its strong international markets in Africa, the Middle East, and South America. The model is available in Allure, Emotion, and Excellence trims.
The new Peugeot Landtrek is powered by a 2.2-litre Turbo-Diesel engine whic
