On June 9, GAC Energy forged a strategic partnership with Guangzhou Suikai Power Energy Corporation (Suikai Energy).
Focusing on increasing charging and battery swapping facility coverage in communities, industrial parks, and transportation hubs, the two companies will jointly explore innovative operations, such as i

On May 30, Foton Motor commissioned the Foton Cavan Hydrogen Powertrain Plant in Beijing.
The plant integrates operations on the manufacturing of products such as hydrogen engines, e-axles, and hydrogen storage systems.
-          The hydrogen fuel cell engine production lines achieve integration among production, as

On June 7, BYD launched the Seal 06 EV midsize battery electric sedan, which is available in three variants priced at CNY 109,800, CNY 119,800, and CNY 129,800, respectively.
Adopting the new Ocean Aesthetics design concept, the Seal 06 EV presents a streamlined sporty overall style and offers four exterior color opt

On June 10, 2025, PT Honda Prospect Motor launched the locally produced new HR-V RS e:HEV, Honda’s first hybrid in Indonesia’s compact SUV segment. Priced from IDR 449 million, it boosts Honda’s presence in the midsize SUV market with a blend of value and advanced hybrid technology.
Powered by the e:HEV system, the H

On June 9, Michelin México and Central America announced that it will cease operations at its tire manufacturing plant in Querétaro by the end of 2025.
The decision follows an operational review that found the facility economically and technologically obsolete, particularly given the market shift toward larger tires

On June 10, 2025, Vingroup’s Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company (GSM) officially launched Green GSM, the Philippines’ first all-electric taxi service, marking the company’s entry into its 4th international market after Vietnam, Laos, and Indonesia.
The launch event in Quezon City was attended by key governm

Announced on June 9, 2025, VinFast’s unaudited Q1 2025 results (ending March 31) showed that 36,330 electric vehicles were delivered globally, a 296% increase YoY, surpassing total deliveries for the first half of 2024 despite the first quarter typically being a low season. Additionally, VinFast delivered 44,904 e-sc

Reported on June 6, 2025, Suzuki Motor (Thailand) has confirmed plans to import the Suzuki e Vitara, the brand’s first fully electric SUV, manufactured in India, and set to launch in Thailand in Q4 2025.
Maruti Suzuki’s Gujarat plant is positioned as a key export hub for markets including ASEAN, Europe, and Japan.
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On June 3, the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) reported that Mexico became the leading destination for Chinese car exports in the first quarter of 2025, with over 138,000 units shipped.
This positioned Mexico ahead of the UAE and Russia with 107,908 and 99,333 units respectively, as top importers of Chinese-ma

On June 9, General Motors Argentina announced it will extend the monthly suspension of production at its Alvear plant through the end of 2025, citing regional export dynamics in South America.
Starting in July, the plant will pause operations for one week each month. Despite the slowdown, GM confirmed it is moving fo

On June 10, Audi unveiled the first glimpse of the upcoming third generation Audi Q3.
The premium compact segment vehicle has been one of its best-selling models, with more than two million units commercialized around the world since the launch of its first generation.
The vehicle will be presented on June 16, settin

Marelli Holdings Co. plans to seek Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. to slash its debt burden and restructure under new ownership, according to people familiar with the matter. Should the proposal go through, U.S.-based global investment firm Strategic Value Partners LLC, led by Victor Khosla, will effecti

On June 2, Wassym Bensaid, Rivian’s chief software officer and co-head of the Rivian-VW joint venture since November 2024, commented on usage of Rivian-initiated technology in future VW Group products. The partnership is limited to the software stack and the network interconnect, specifically Rivian's zonal architect

On June 10, The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) announced that it has been named the official North America hub for Catena-X, the first open, secure, and standardized data ecosystem built for the entire automotive value chain. 
With this partnership, OEMs, suppliers and service providers of all sizes across N

On June 9, Astemo Americas, part of the Astemo Group, announced that major changes taking place.
Formerly known as Hitachi Astemo Americas, the auto supplier's name has officially changed to Astemo Americas in accord with the corporate headquarters' name change from Hitachi Astemo, Ltd. to Astemo Ltd.
Having outgrown

On June 10,  Auburn Hills, Michigan-based PHINIA Inc. a leader in premium fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket solutions, announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Swedish Electromagnet Invest AB (SEM). SEM is a provider of advanced natura

On June 10, Rheinmetall announced it has secured a double-digit million euro order from a renowned North American truck manufacturer. 
The order involves a mid-six-figure quantity of CWA 2000 high-voltage coolant pumps being used in the manufacturer’s battery-powered medium and heavy duty trucks. Rheinmetall will sup

On June 10, EcoPro BM said it will suspend construction on its CAD 1.2 billion battery materials plant in Bécancour, Quebec, in “early June,” as U.S. tariffs and slowed EV uptake stall investment in electrification projects across North America.
South Korea-based EcoPro described the construction halt as temporary, b