In an investor update, Ola Electric announced the commencement of production for its indigenously developed 4680 cells, which will begin powering its electric vehicles from Q2 FY 2026. The transition from supplier-sourced to in-house cells will be phased through FY 2026, starting this quarter.
Ola aims to fully utili

On July 15, ICAT-International Centre for Automotive Technology signed a memorandum of understanding with Korea Automotive Technology Institute (KATECH), Republic of Korea, for the development of automobile technology. It will enhance the Indo-Korea collaboration for India's CMVR certification and related development

On July 15, Pioneer India launched its new Automotive 360° Surround View Camera System. Alongside the product launch, the company confirmed that it has secured its first OEM customer in India. The 360° Surround View Camera System offers a real-time composite bird’s-eye view using four HD/FHD wide-angle cameras. It is

On July 14, multiple sources reported that Dana Motors announced plans to produce 18,000 electric vehicles annually at its plant in Laos. It is retooling its facility to support electric vehicle assembly. This move is expected to boost local job creation, support technology transfer, and build capacity across the sup

In its annual report for FY 2024–25, JTEKT India Limited highlighted its efforts towards product improvement, regulatory compliance, and market competitiveness. The company has developed a new Column Electric Power Steering (CEPS) system with enhanced response and a more compact architecture, which is currently being

On July 15, Silentium announced that it is collaborating with Cadence to bring advanced solutions to the automotive market, focusing on innovations that will redefine in-cabin acoustics and electronic system performance. This partnership will be showcased at leading automotive and product events throughout 2025 and 2

On July 16, Suprajit Engineering Limited announced the final phase of restructuring at its Suprajit Controls Division (SCD), aimed at streamlining global operations and enhancing cost efficiency.
In Mexico, all operations at the Juarez plant, which run under a third-party Maquiladora setup, will be relocated by Decem

On July 9, Jiangling Motors Group Co., Ltd. (JMCG) announced that it has supplied 32 units of All New Carrying Plus and All New Conquer light trucks successfully in Azerbaijan. The vehicles will be handed over to the Coca-Cola Company and several local logistics companies to support daily delivery operations. This de

On July 10, multiple sources reported that EAST QUALITY is constructing a plant for heavy-duty tires in the Ouled Gacem industrial zone in Ain M'lila with an investment of USD 170 million. It will have a capacity of 3 million tires per year. The first phase will produce 1 million tires per year, while the second phas

On July 15, Billion Electric Mobility (BillionE) announced that it has secured over 250 long-term electric truck contracts with enterprise clients across India. The contracts cover deployment of medium- and heavy-duty electric trucks ranging from 12 to 55 tonnes gross vehicle weight (GVW), catering to multiple sector

On July 15, GRIDSERVE secured GBP 100 million in new equity investment from its institutional shareholders. TPG, Infracapital, and Mitsubishi have committed capital to GRIDSERVE. Along with existing equity and debt, this will help GRIDSERVE expand high-power charging stations. GRIDSERVE is the most used network in th

On July 15, Renault Group announced that its board of directors has decided to appoint Mr. Duncan Minto as Chief Executive Officer of Renault S.A., for an interim period until the appointment of the new Chief Executive Officer. At present, he is the CFO of Renault. 
He will ensure the day-to-day management of the com

On July 16, Renault Group announced its H1 2025 preliminary financial figures. Its group revenue increased by 2.5% to EUR 27.6 billion. Its operating margin was at 6.0% of Group revenue. These results were affected by lower-than-expected June performance due to slightly reduced volumes, rising commercial pressure fro

On July 14, Zenzic-UK Ltd. announced that the UK Government has announced a further GBP 150 million to help grow the nation’s Connected and Automated Mobility (CAM) industry. The CAM Pathfinder programme is aimed at addressing the challenges of bringing CAM vehicles to market and runs until 2030. It is delivered by t

On July 16, Comau announced that it has built a dry room laboratory at its Italian headquarters in Grugliasco to develop and test the cell manufacturing equipment the company has already developed. Comau has invested close to EUR 1 million in it. 
It features three proto-test spots (two of which are at -40° dew point

On July 16, LG Electronics (LG) announced that its webOS-based Automotive Content Platform (ACP) will power in-car streaming for Kia Corporation’s new European models. Debuting on the recently introduced EV3, the platform will also be extended to the upcoming EV4, EV5, and New Sportage. 
The automotive-optimized webO

On July 16, Jameel Motors signed a joint venture agreement with Chinese automaker GAC to distribute GAC’s electric vehicles (EVs) in the United Kingdom. GAC is known globally for its focus on safety, quality, innovation, and sustainability.
The new joint venture will be one of the first in the UK with a Chinese auto

On July 14, Kia introduced Google Points of Interest (POIs) in its vehicles, starting with the new EV4, which is specially designed for Europe. This feature will enhance the navigation system by providing users with detailed information about nearby locations, improving convenience and connectivity for drivers.
The G

On July 15, multiple sources reported that the Chinese multinational Tianneng, known for manufacturing batteries for the mobility and energy storage sectors, is considering the city of Jaén in Spain as a preferred location for establishing a new battery assembly plant.
The mayor of Jaén explained that they have met w

On July 15, iCAUR, the expressive new energy vehicle (NEV) brand under the Chery Group, announced its official entry into the South African market. The brand plans to launch its first products and retail operations in the first quarter of 2026. The announcement comes after iCAUR’s local debut at the 2025 Festival of