Announced on May 17, 2025, the Association of Indonesian Automotive Industries (Gaikindo) released data on the production of BEVs, PHEVs, and HEVs (by brand) for the first 4 months of 2025, totaling 32,395 electrified vehicles.
For BEVs, total production reached 6,556 units, with Chery leading at 3,059 units (Omoda a

On May 21, it was announced that the USMCA (T-MEC) will undergo a review in 2026 to revise rules of origin and introduce new sector-specific quotas.
During the presentation of the 31st Mexican Foreign Trade Congress, COMCE Executive President Sergio Contreras emphasized the importance of close monitoring in sectors s

On May 22, Stellantis confirmed that its Goiana Automotive Hub in Pernambuco, Brazil, will launch its first vehicle with Bio-Hybrid technology in 2026.
The announcement was made during the plant’s 10th anniversary celebration, highlighting the facility’s growing importance in Stellantis’ South American operations. Th

On May 21, Verenisse Ruíz Sánchez, head of the CATEM union of Nissan Aguascalientes, confirmed that Nissan's A2 plant in Mexico is preparing to add a second vehicle to its production line.
Ruíz Sánchez emphasized there have been no unusual layoffs and production targets remain stable. She stated the plant is ready to

On May 22, BYD introduced the Dolphin Surf to European markets, marking its eighth all-electric model in the region.
Designed for urban versatility, this compact EV measures 3,990 mm long and sits on BYD’s advanced e-Platform 3.0. It features a Blade Battery with two capacity options: 30kWh (Active, 322 km WLTP range

On May 22, the U.S. Senate voted to block California's first-in-the-nation rule banning the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035 as lawmakers passed the first of three resolutions to roll back the state's vehicle emissions standards.
The vote sends President Donald Trump the measure to repeal a waiver granted by the

On May 21, it was reported that Toyota is considering the launch of a compact pickup in the U.S. to compete in the growing market for affordable entry-level trucks. Ford’s Maverick and Hyundai’s Santa Cruz models, both of which debuted in 2021, have tapped into that demand.
Mark Templin, Toyota’s chief operating offi

On May 19, Toyota Motor North America Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Mark Templin voiced concerns about the negative effects of tariffs on the automotive sector while avoiding direct criticism of the Trump administration.
“A 25% tariff is not sustainable long term without significant price incre

On May 22, Mercedes-Benz announced it is planning to consolidate its North American headquarters in the Atlanta, Georgia region, move 500 jobs there and open a “multimillion-dollar” R&D center.
The move will make Mercedes’ Atlanta corporate workforce two-thirds larger. The corporate and financial services job relocat

On May 21, Chevrolet announced that it will offer its popular off-road Trail Boss trim as part of the 2026 Silverado EV lineup starting this summer. For the 2026 model year, Chevrolet will sunset the launch trim RST, and still offer three trims with the Work Truck, LT and Trail Boss.
The newly available lifted off-ro

Production of the Ford Mustang Mach-E, though it is assembled in Cuautitlan, Mexico, has not yet been affected by the 25% tariffs imposed by U.S. President Trump as sales in the U.S. have not slowed and those in Europe have picked up.
The 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E has received price increases ranging from USD 1,500 fo

The U.S. House Homeland Security Committee has launched a formal investigation and asked BYD for internal documents as part of an investigation into national security risks posed by transportation manufacturers affiliated with the ruling Chinese Communist Party, according to the committee.
Documents related to “the c

On May 21, SparkCharge, the world’s largest off-grid EV fleet charging network and creator of the first mobile, off-grid EV charger, announced the close of a USD 15.5 million Series A-1 funding round led by Monte’s Fam and USD 15 million venture loan facility provided by Horizon Technology Finance Corporation, totali

On May 22, Daimler Truck announced that the new Mercedes-Benz Trucks Remote 3.0 app now connects truck drivers to their vehicles through their smartphones. It lets drivers check key vehicle functions and sends push notifications for urgent messages—ideal for long-distance trips across countries.
The app is now availa

On May 21, Fiat Professional launched the TRIS, its first-ever three-wheeled EV, in the Africa and Middle East (MEA) markets. It is designed for small businesses, TRIS comes in 3 versions i.e., chassis-cabin, flatbed, and pick-up—offering flexibility for different professional needs.
Designed in Centro Stile, Italy,

On May 21, Stellantis showcased Leapmotor T03, which is a smart EV designed to make urban driving easier and more enjoyable.
The vehicle is powered by a 70 kW electric motor that goes from 0 to 50 km/h in just 3.7 seconds. It has 3 driving modes and 3 steering settings depending on drivers’ mood. The vehicle provides

On May 22, MAN Truck announced that it is pushing ahead with autonomous driving, especially for routes between logistics hubs on motorways because of 2021 German law, this is now legally possible. In 2024, MAN became the first commercial vehicle maker to test an autonomous truck on a motorway.
To develop safe autonom

On May 21, Haima Automobile signed a memorandum of cooperation with the UAE's BDG Investment Group to explore deep strategic collaboration in the Middle East.
Under the agreement, the two parties will jointly study the development of in-depth cooperation in the UAE, including the plans for vehicle exports, sales, af

On May 22, Changan announced that it has shipped the first batch of Deepal S07 vehicles made for the European market, with deliveries expected by the end of June 2025.
The Deepal S07 vehicles are equipped with the latest Chinese technological innovations and designed to meet high standards of quality and safety for

On May 22, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI) announced that it will build a fourth production line at its fourth plant in Vithalapur, Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
The company will invest about INR 9.2 billion (around JPY 16.1 billion) to build a fourth production line, which will produce 650,000 motorcycles p