On August 5, the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) released an automobile sales forecast for the whole of 2025.
The 2025 passenger car retail sales volume is estimated at 24.35 million units, increasing by 6% from the 2024 actual volume of 22.89 million units.
The 2025 passenger car export volume is estimated at

On August 6, XPeng started accepting pre-orders for the next-generation P7 battery electric coupe, which is available in three variants.
Adopting a futuristic exterior design, the next-generation P7 measures 5,017mm long, 1,970mm wide, and 1,407mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,008mm.
The next-generation P7 is equipped

On August 8, 2025, Ford Philippines introduced its first BEV, the Mustang Mach-E Premium, priced at PHP 3,499,000. It features a 98.7-kWh (usable 88 kWh) battery delivering a 550 km range, dual motors with 394 hp and 678 Nm torque, and electronic AWD. 
Classic Mustang styling blends with a spacious interior thanks to

Truck industry observers have long speculated about the first takeover of a European OEM by an Asian Group—with IVECO, following the spin-off from CNH Industrial in 2022, very much in the focus of the speculation.
The historic moment arrived with the announcement of Tata Motors’ €3.8 billion ($4.4 billion) all cash v

Reported on August 3, 2025, Toyota secured approximately 4,250 Vehicle Order Letters (SPKs) over 8 days at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS 2025). The Kijang Innova Zenix Hybrid accounted for about 25% of these orders.
Electrified vehicles accounted for 34% of Toyota’s total orders, marking a 7%

Reported on August 5, 2025, Toyota Astra Motor (TAM) hinted at the upcoming launch of a new hybrid model aimed at reaching a broader market. 
However, Toyota declined to disclose specific details about its next HEV lineup. When asked to confirm whether the model would be the Avanza hybrid, TAM neither confirmed nor d

Reported on August 8, 2025, Kia Philippines, operated by ACMobility, ranks among the top 10 automotive brands in the market for H1.
According to the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), Kia sold 4,195 units in the first half of 2025, a 71% increase compared to the same period in 2024,

Reported on August 5, 2025, Ford Vietnam is celebrating its 30th anniversary by unveiling two new models on August 15 via a livestream on its official social media channels.
The highlights include (i) the Mustang Mach-E, Ford’s first electric SUV in Vietnam, combining iconic performance with advanced technology, and

Announced on August 5, 2025, PT Mitsubishi Motors Krama Yudha Sales Indonesia (MMKSI) exceeded expectations at the GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS 2025) by recording 4,110 vehicle bookings (SPKs), surpassing its target.
This achievement was driven by Mitsubishi’s flagship models, led by the newly la

On August 5, 2025, the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), through the Thailand Electric Vehicle Excellence Center (TECE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with King Mongkut's University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB) to collaborate on research and development in electric vehicl

On August 7, Subaru Corporation announced that its consolidated revenue for the first quarter (Q1: April 1, 2025 through June 30, 2025) of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026 increased by 11.2% year-on-year to JPY 1.2 trillion.
Operating profit decreased 16.2% year-on-year to JPY 76.4 billion. While sales activity

Announced on August 5, 2025, HDFX served as the official event organizer for the launch of EcoSwift’s Battery Charge and Swap Station (BCSS), the first public charging and battery-swap station for electric heavy commercial vehicles in Singapore.
Held in Tuas, the immersive event featured a life-sized 3D replica of th

On August 5, SAIC-MG started accepting pre-orders for the MG4 EV hatchback, which will be launched on September 5. The model is available in five variants, with pre-order prices ranging from CNY 73,800 to CNY 105,800. As for the variant with a semi-solid-state battery, the price will be revealed in September, and vol

On August 5, WeRide announced that it was recently permitted to launch nighttime (from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.) open road testing of Robotaxis in the Beijing High-level Automated Driving Demonstration Area.
The WeRide Robotaxi is equipped with around 20 sensors, including high-precision, high-dynamic-range cameras and high

On August 5, Dongfeng Automobile Co., Ltd. (DFAC) announced on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) that the board of directors approved a scheme on business cooperation outside of China with China Dongfeng Motor Industry Import & Export Co., Ltd. (DFMIEC). The two companies are slated to launch cooperation on marketing

On August 5, it was reported that Scania officially entered Colombia’s electric mobility sector with the launch of its first fully electric bus, the K230 EB 4×2.
This urban model, capable of transporting 80 passengers with a range exceeding 320 km, was integrated into Bogotá’s electric public transport fleet operated