On July 28, the President of South Africa stated that the exports currently account for approximately two-thirds of local vehicle production. However, the introduction of stricter vehicle emissions regulations in leading export destinations such as the European Union, as well as new tariffs from the United States, is

On July 26, multiple sources reported that the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) held a meeting with Yangtse Automotive Group to discuss investment opportunities in mining and electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing in Nigeria. Yangtse Automotive will submit a formal expression of interest to the NCSP, detailing

On July 24, NASH Energy announced a partnership with Rincell Corporation, a US-based company, to introduce advanced NMC battery cell technology in India.  Rincell will transfer its technology for Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt (NMC) battery cells to Nash Energy. Nash Energy will set up a manufacturing facility in India to p

On July 29, WeRide and Uber Technologies, Inc. started operating their Robotaxis on Al Reem and Al Maryah Islands in Abu Dhabi, in partnership with the Integrated Transport Centre. The expanded service is expected to double ride volumes, now covering about half of Abu Dhabi's core areas.
The WeRide and Uber aim to co

On July 29, the President of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) stated that the US-EU framework agreement averted a further escalation of the trade dispute. However, the US tariff of 15%, including for automotive products, will cost the German automotive industry billions annually and will burden

On July 28, Cooper Standard announced its collaboration with Renault Group on the Renault Emblème project. The project integrates two of Cooper Standard's vehicle innovations: the FlexiCore thermoplastic body seal and the FlushSeal sealing system.
Through FlexiCore thermoplastic body seal, Cooper Standard transitione

On July 29, bpostgroup announced that it is ordering 500 additional electric vans, which will help it to reach 3,000th electric delivery vans in its fleet. The delivery of 500 new electric vans is scheduled for this autumn. bpostgroup is a leading logistics expert, active in Europe, North America, and Asia. 
Based on

On July 29, Protean Electric (Protean) announced that it has become the first company to develop and supply IWMs (in-wheel motors) for a mainstream OEM passenger car programme. It has supplied IWMS for Renault 5 Turbo 3E (T3E). 
Protean Electric has developed one of the most advanced IWM systems in the industry, with

On July 28, BASF and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) signed a framework agreement for cathode active materials. Under the agreement, BASF will cooperate with CATL on a global scale. CATL has selected BASF as an important supplier. BASF will support CATL's global layout through its global production n

On July 25, Cornwall Council, which governs the non-metropolitan county of Cornwall in South West England, announced that it bid for GBP 5.5 million from the Department for Transport’s Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund to bring charge points. It will install 2,000 charge points from next year. Charge

In its annual report for FY 2024-25, Eicher Motors updated about its Royal Enfield motorcycle developments. The company upgraded all India and EU variants for OBD2B compliance by adding downstream O2 sensors and high OSC catalysts.
Its engine improvements included SN-grade oil and vanadium-coated cam chain pins for t

On July 29, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Ather Energy Limited, an electric two-wheeler manufacturer. This partnership is part of the Build in Bharat initiative, which is led by the Star

On July 29, Musashi India, the local arm of Japan’s Musashi Seimitsu Industries, launched the Musashi Technology Excellence Centre (MTEC) at Bengaluru’s Atria University campus. This new R&D and prototyping facility will focus on developing and testing advanced energy storage systems and e-mobility solutions for the

On July 29, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) approved the proposed acquisition of certain shareholding in Renault Nissan Automotive India Private Limited by Renault Group B.V. and Renault S.A.S. The transaction involves the purchase of equity shares and fully paid-up zero-coupon non-convertible redeemable pr

On July 28, Symbio announced that it is exploring financial and industrial solutions to protect jobs and stabilize the business after facing a major challenge from Stellantis, by suddenly ended all hydrogen-powered light commercial vehicle (LCV) projects.
As a next step, Symbio is considering speeding up mass product

On July 28, Stellantis unveiled a new plug-in hybrid version of the Opel Astra and Astra Sports Tourer with the updated model with more output.
The hybrid system pairs a 1.6-litre turbo gasoline engine of 150 hp paired with an electric motor of 125 hp, which generates a total system output of 196 hp and 360 Nm of tor

On July 28, Stellantis MEA’s COO announced the successful installation and testing of a new body shop and paint shop (CKD) in Tafraoui plant, Algeria.
This marks a key step in increasing local car production, creating jobs, and supporting the Algerian economy. Setting up a full production base in Tafraoui takes time

On July 28, the European Commission launched an in-depth investigation to check if Poland’s EUR 26 million aid to MAN Trucks for expanding its factory in Niepołomice, Poland, follows EU State aid rules.
In 2024, Poland informed the Commission about this support, aimed at expanding the plant in the Malopolskie region,

On July 28, the FIOM-CGIL union proposed that the US-EU trade deal should be halted for two key reasons: it would legitimize a trade war and encourage companies to relocate outside Europe, leading to economic decline and job losses across the continent. The US is using tariffs to protect its debt, which amounts to a

On July 29, Mercedes Benz announced that it will unveil the all-new electric GLC with EQ Technology at IAA MOBILITY 2025, Germany. It will be showcased both at the “Open Space” in Apothekenhof and at Hall B3, highlighting a fresh design direction for the brand.
Visitors can explore advanced tech features such as ADAS