On July 5, the Ruse Municipality announced that WITTE Automotive Bulgaria opened the second expansion of its production base in Ruse. WITTE expects that, following the expansion, the Ruse plant's turnover will reach BGN 250 million by 2027. The project envisages investments of BGN 23 million and the creation of over

On May 23, Atom announced that its upcoming electric car will have a length of 3,995 mm, a width of 1,790 mm, and a height of 1,643 mm. It will have a wheelbase of 2,635 mm. The ground clearance is 170 mm while the turning radius is 4.9 meters. The electric car easily maneuvers in tight cramped yards and on narrow st

Canada in 2024 continued to be a net importer of products across the automotive market with broad-range exports accounting for USD 82.21 billion against imports at USD 142.74 billion, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. “Despite the unhinged rhetoric and really bad math coming out of Washington, the days

On February 27, Kia Corporation unveiled its Concept EV2, Kia’s vision for a future B-segment all-electric SUV production model, at 2025 Kia EV Day held in Tarragona, Spain.
The Concept EV2 front design showcases a modern look with vertical daytime running lights (DRLs) and Kia's Star Map signature lighting. It feat

On February 4, it was announced that BYD expressed interest in establishing an assembly plant in Colombia as part of its expansion strategy in Latin America.
While the company is already finalizing a factory in Brazil, set to produce 150,000 vehicles annually starting in 2025, Colombia is being considered as a potent

Electric vehicles (EVs) were once again the focus of this auto show, as legacy OEMs and Chinese manufacturers both showcased new innovations.
Visiting the 101st Brussels Motor Show was an exciting way to kick off the 2025 automotive show calendar for GlobalData’s sales forecasting team. Electric Vehicles (EVs) were o

MAHLE GmbH (MAHLE) is decarbonizing its production site in Vaihingen-Enz, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, with a state-of-the-art photovoltaic thermal (PVT) plant.
Covering almost 2,000 sqm, this Germany’s largest photovoltaic thermal plant will use more than 1,000 PVT modules from Sunmaxx, a leading European manufacture

Gestamp Automocion S.A. (Gestamp) presented its innovative product lineup for the mobility of the future, focusing on electrification, connectivity, sustainability, and safety, at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 in New Delhi, India.
The GES-GIGASTAMPING is a product family of large-format components that combine mul

On January 7 at CES 2025, Italdesign presented its Quintessenza Concept, which combines advanced technical solutions and innovative design th    at fuses a GT sports car with pickup truck qualities. 
The vehicle is designed for a global market, catering to individuals who seek both urban mobility and outdoor explorat

On December 4, Feintool Group announced that it is facing major challenges in its European business for electric motors, due to several factors: political uncertainty in relation to electromobility and the transition to renewable energies, as well as an economic downturn in the industrial business.
In response, it ha

On October 1, Diamler Truck signed a letter of intent with its logistics partner Karldischinger Logistikdienstleister, Germany to deliver 100 zero-emission trucks over the next five years, either battery-electric or hydrogen-powered, depending on usage and technology development. Karldischinger owns a fleet of 120 Me

On August 28, Atom announced that it would be the first Russian production car with hinged doors. The main advantage of this design is the opening without a central pillar. The door opening mechanism is designed for at least 100,000 cycles of operation.
To ensure safety, the central pillar is integrated into the door

On July 4, VARTA AG announced that it is negotiating with Dr. Ing. hc F. Porsche AG (Porsche) about a possible investment by Porsche in its large-format lithium-ion cell business, V4Drive. A non-binding term sheet has been signed, and initial documentation discussions are underway. The first step is to transfer VARTA

Ningbo Tuopu Group Co., Ltd. (Tuopu Group) has been designated by a European luxury automaker for the supply of spherical hinge forged aluminum control arms. For the development and verification of the product, Tuopu Group introduced ball joint development and testing systems from companies such as IAMT of Germany.
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Gestamp Automocion S.A. (Gestamp) announced that it is presenting its products and solutions for the new EV architecture at the Automotive Engineering Exposition 2024 in Yokohama, Japan.
The company is showing a new family of products using Gigastamping technology, such as Double Door Ring or One Piece Floor. Gigasta

On April 15, Witzenmann Group announced that it is investing in a new headquarters in Buchbusch. For the first construction phase, it is erecting a new production building with administration and a modern high-bay warehouse.
Further construction phases are planned for the coming years to create a state-of-the-art cam

Vietnamese automaker VinFast is poised to enter the Indian automotive market with a focus on the Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) segment. However, the success of this strategic initiative is uncertain, given the significant challenges posed by the competitive landscape, the dominance of established players, and the co

On February 22, VARTA AG informed about the impact of the cyberattack that it encountered. The cyberattack was carried out by an organized group of hackers who managed to break through the high-security standards of VARTA's IT systems with a high level of criminal energy. 
There is currently no reliable information o

On February 13, Chrysler unveiled the Halcyon Concept, exemplifying a fully electrified future designed on the STLA Large platform.
Chrysler will launch its first BEV in 2025 and will feature an all-electric portfolio in 2028.
The Halcyon Concept integrates STLA Brain, STLA SmartCockpit and STLA AutoDrive technologie

On January 24, Hyundai Motor America released pricing for the all-new 2024 Santa Fe SUV with a premium new design, standard three-row seating with more interior room, and an entry price of USD 33,950.
Santa Fe 2.5-liter turbo models are arriving at U.S. dealers now, with hybrid models arriving this spring.
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