Governor JB Pritzker and Richardson Electronics, Ltd. announced a USD 8.5 million expansion of the company’s Illinois manufacturing headquarters in La Fox. The project will retain nearly 200 skilled employees and create 54 new jobs while producing next-generation battery energy storage systems (BESS) to support elect

On August 22, Chrysler unveiled the Pacifica Grizzly Peak concept, an all-wheel-drive adventure minivan designed for van-life enthusiasts and off-road exploration. Debuting at Overland Expo Mountain West, the concept features a lifted suspension, 31-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tires, and roof-mounted accessories incl

Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute (TRI) have achieved a major milestone in robotics that could impact automotive manufacturing and logistics. Their Atlas humanoid robot now uses Large Behavior Models (LBMs) to autonomously perform whole-body manipulation and locomotion, combining tasks like packing, sorti

ADASTEC Corp. has launched the first SAE Level-4 automated electric bus at Michigan State University, marking a milestone in autonomous public transportation in the U.S. The bus, named SpartanXpress, operates on a 5.12-mile campus route and is fully compliant with FMVSS and ADA standards. Using ADASTEC’s flowride.ai

On August 22, 2025, Samvardhana Motherson International Limited (SAMIL) incorporated Motherson Egtronics Electronics Solutions Limited (MEESL), a wholly owned subsidiary established as part of its joint venture agreement with South Korea’s Egtronics Co., Ltd. MEESL was formed with an initial paid-up equity capital of

On August 22, Volkswagen South Africa announced that it will showcase its latest models at the Festival of Motoring from August 29–31, 2025, at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, South Africa.
The highlight will be the new Golf 8 GTI, combining sporty performance with advanced technology. Other models on display include

On August 21, multiple sources reported that the Stellantis Kragujevac plant will hire 800 workers from Nepal and Morocco to cover labour shortages. Serbia is turning to foreign workers as fewer locals are interested in factory jobs.
The new workers will support a third production shift starting in October 2025. The

On August 25, Porsche announced that it is adjusting its battery strategy due to slower EV growth and market changes in China and the USA.
The company’s subsidiary Cellforce Group GmbH will no longer expand high-performance battery production. Instead, it will continue as an independent R&D unit, with some staff redu

On August 25, Škoda shared a teaser video of the Vision O design study, giving the first look at its future interior concept. The design is built on the next generation of the Modern Solid design language. Materials are chosen with circular economy principles, reusing waste as valuable resources.
The cabin has a spac

On August 25, 2025, Fiem Industries Limited reported a fire incident in the afternoon at its Unit-8, located at Plot No. SP1-C, Industrial Area Tapukara, District Alwar, Rajasthan. There were no injuries or loss of life, and the fire was brought under control with the help of fire tenders. The company stated that the

On August 21, 2025, Bajaj Auto announced the resumption of deliveries for its electric scooter, the Chetak, across all dealerships after resolving recent constraints related to the global supply of rare earth magnets. The temporary shortages of international components had previously caused a slowdown in deliveries,

On August 20, 2025, Tata Motors, in partnership with authorized distributor DIMO, launched 10 new commercial vehicles in Sri Lanka. For the cargo transport, it launched the Ultra series—T.7, T.9, T.12, T.14, and 1918.T, which addresses the intra-city logistics and last-mile delivery. For long-haul and heavy-duty need

On August 24, 2025, Renault India launched the updated Kiger sub-4-meter SUV, pricing the naturally aspirated trims at INR 629,995 and the turbocharged CVT variants at up to INR 1,029,995. Built on the CMFA+ platform, the Kiger’s body structure is designed for optimal impact protection. The new Kiger offers a choice

On August 23, 2025, Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility Limited announced a strategic partnership with Battery Smart. Under the partnership, Battery Smart will deploy its advanced battery-swapping infrastructure across all Joy e-bike dealerships. The collaboration introduces a "battery-as-a-service" model, enabling cus

On August 21, Toyota Tsusho Corporation signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Egyptian Ministry of Industry and Transport and the Egyptian Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade, on collaboration to develop the Egyptian automotive industry through KD business. It will strengthen cooperation with the E

On August 24, the Foreign Minister of Ghana, in a social media post, announced that the President of Ghana, during the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9), signed an agreement with Toyota. Toyota will expand its operations in Ghana and make Ghana its West African hub.
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On August 19, Parkin Company PJSC, Dubai’s leading provider of paid public parking facilities and services, announced an agreement with charge&go, a subsidiary of Etisalat Services Holding (ESH).
This 10-year partnership will launch 200 ultra-fast direct current (DC) charging stations, expanding EV charging infrastru

On August 14, multiple sources reported that Soroush Motor has launched a VIP bus. It is powered by an 8,709 cc, Euro 6 engine from Iveco. It has a ZF gearbox. Soroush Motor offers this bus in three versions, including a 57-seat corporate model, a 46-seat model for short intercity trips, and a 27-seat VIP version. 
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In its annual report for FY 2024-25 (ending March 31, 2025), Samvardhana Motherson International Limited (SAMIL) announced that its Integrated Assemblies division has won new European programs with multiple OEMs, including an electric vehicle manufacturer, in Germany, the Czech Republic, Spain, and Türkiye. These inc

On August 21, the president of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) welcomed the framework agreement between the US and Europe. The US will reduce its tariffs on passenger cars from the current 27.5% to 15%. The additional tariffs on parts, which amount to 25%, will also be reduced, resulting in a