On May 19, Lexus debuted the enhanced 2026 RZ made in North American debut today. The battery electric luxury SUV features comprehensive revisions for more power and  greater range. The 2026 RZ is assembled at the Motomachi plant in Japan and is expected to go on sale later in 2025.
The 2026 RZ features a redesigned

On May 17, General Motors informed employees and dealers for its Durant Guild import business in China that it would stop shipping vehicles to the Asian country from the U.S.  "Due to significant changes to economic conditions, we have decided to restructure The Durant Guild and correspondingly optimize GM China’s op

On May 19,  Subaru of America confirmed it “has adjusted its pricing in response to current market conditions. The changes were made to offset increased costs while maintaining a solid value proposition for our customers. Subaru pricing is not based on the country of origin of its products.”
The price increases hitti

On May 20, Musk reiterated his robotaxi plan for Austin, Texas and added some new details. There will be ten vehicles in the Robotaxi fleet when it starts at the end of Jume. 
The Cybercab, which was unveiled in October 2024, will not be available initially, as those cars will likely be produced in 2026.
Musk says th

On May 20, Rivian and Samsara Inc., developer of the Connected Operations Platform, announced a collaboration designed to simplify electric fleet management, providing customers with access data on Rivian vehicles in their fleet on the Samsara Platform.
The collaboration addresses the evolving needs of businesses man

On May 14, Robert Bosch GmbH reported North American consolidated sales of USD 17.3 billion and net sales of USD 18.6 billion. North America had the largest sales increase globally for Bosch in 2024, growing 5% year-over-year. 
The growth moves the company toward its goal of the region representing 20% of global sale

On May 20, Allison Transmission announced that its 3000 Series automatic transmission is now available in the CNG-powered Mack Granite for waste management customers. This latest release follows the successful launch of the Allison 4500 Rugged Duty Series transmission with the Mack Granite CNG in 2023.
Allison transm

On May 20, Boston-based-Red Hat announced a major leap forward for the automotive industry: Red Hat In-Vehicle Operating System has achieved functional safety certification as a Safety Element out-of-Context (SEooC) against the ISO 26262 Edition 2, 2018- Level ASIL-B standard. 
Slated for full release in the third qu

On May 20, BMW unveiled the new MINI John Cooper Works Convertible, combining classic go-kart handling with a compact design ideal for city driving.
It is powered by a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder twin-turbo gasoline engine, which generates the output of 231 hp and 380 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.4 s

On May 15, Maserati announced that production of the GranTurismo and GranCabrio models will return to its Modena plant in Italy, starting late 2025. All versions of both models will be built there, beginning in Q4 2025.
This marks a new chapter for Maserati, bringing the iconic models back to where previous generatio

On May 20, SEAT announced that it is getting ready to build EVs at its Martorell factory, with two major steps completed: assembling pre-series battery systems and producing the first body parts for its upcoming EVs using the new PXL press.
SEAT has started pre-series battery assembly at a new plant in Martorell. Thi

On May 20, BMW announced that it is testing Solid Power’s large-format all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) in a BMW i7 around Munich. ASSBs offer higher energy density in a more compact package, which could lead to longer range without added weight.
Since 2022, BMW and Solid Power have been working closely together to

On May 20, Scania introduced the new Super 11 engine, offering top performance and flexibility in the 11-litre class. Positioned between the 9-litre and 13-litre engines, the Super 11 is up to 7% more fuel-efficient than the 9-litre and weighs 85 kg less than the Super 13, allowing for more payload in weight-sensitiv

On May 20, Stellantis launched the new Fiat Grande Panda Hybrid, a B-segment car developed at Fiat headquarter and Centro Stile in Mirafiori, Turin. It is built on the SMART-CAR platform, supporting both hybrid and electric powertrains, and can be adapted for markets worldwide.
Its dimensions are 3.99 m long, 1.76 m

On May 19, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) announced that it is calling for stronger cooperation, standardisation, and an industry-led framework to improve access to vehicle data for artificial intelligence (AI). This move aims to support the digital transformation of Europe’s automotive sec

On May 20, Nissan Motor India issued a statement reaffirming its commitment to the Indian market following recent speculative reports regarding its operations. It stated that it remains fully committed to its operations, dealers, partners, and customers in India. The sales and service will continue for both existing

On May 19, 2025, Jupiter Wagons Limited announced that its electric vehicle subsidiary, Jupiter Electric Mobility Private Limited (JEMPL), has commenced the rollout of Tez electric light commercial vehicles (e-LCVs) from its Indore manufacturing plant. Additionally, production of battery products began at its Bangalo

On May 19, Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) introduced the Hyundai Vehicle Digital Passport, a new connected car service designed to consolidate key vehicle information for Bluelink-enabled Hyundai vehicles. The platform leverages data analytics from telematics systems and service records to generate a digital iden

On May 20, Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited (SMIPL), a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, held a foundation stone-laying ceremony for its upcoming motorcycle manufacturing plant in Kharkhoda, Haryana. The new facility will be SMIPL’s second plant in India and is aimed at expanding production capacity in r

On May 19, Genesis revealed the complete design and specifications of the new Electrified G80, ahead of its official UK launch in June 2025.
The new Electrified G80 is equipped with a larger 94.5 kWh battery and dual 136 kW electric motors, delivering improved performance and extended range. It offers a driving range