On July 14, it was reported that General Motors will resume two-shift production at its Gravataí plant in Brazil with the new Onix and Onix Plus, marking the end of the factory’s layoff period.
Santiago Chamorro, President of GM South America, confirmed the restart and noted that both models will be assembled at full

On July 15, it was reported that Zeekr has opened pre-orders in Brazil for its third model, the 7X midsize electric SUV, which will officially launch in mid-August in a single Flagship AWD version.
 
Positioned between the existing Zeekr X compact electric SUV and 001 midsize electric sedan, the 7X features a 646 hp

On July 16, Stellantis Brazil announced that Leapmotor will launch the C10 REEV in Brazil and Chile in 2025, alongside its fully electric BEV variant and the previously introduced B10 SUV.
This marks the first time a REEV (Range Extended Electric Vehicle) will be available in a major vehicle segment in Brazil. Unlike

On July 15, Ford Brazil announced that Ford Pro achieved a record month in June and closed the first half of 2025 with a 53% increase in sales compared to the same period in 2024.
More than 1,100 units of the Ranger and Transit were sold in June, marking the best monthly performance for Ford’s commercial vehicle divi

On July 11, it was reported that Brazilian government published Decree 12.549, modifying the IPI (Industrialized Products Tax) table effective November 1, 2025, through December 31, 2026.
The measure adjusts tax rates for passenger and light commercial vehicles based on sustainability and performance criteria. Howeve

On July 14, Honda Brazil unveiled the 2026 HR-V, celebrating a decade of local production.
The HR-V offers two 1.5-liter Flex-fuel engines: a naturally aspirated 126 hp version for EX and EXL, and a turbocharged 177 hp unit for Advance and Touring. Both use a CVT with paddle shifters and feature improved dynamics thr

On July 10, it was reported that Volkswagen Caminhões e Ônibus (VWCO) unveiled the Constellation 20,480 4x2, marking its entry into the extra heavy-duty truck segment.
The new model features the powerful 13-liter D26 engine delivering 480 hp and 2,400 Nm of torque and is designed for short- and medium-distance logist

On July 10, Renault revealed the new Boreal, a C-segment SUV designed for markets outside Europe. It’s part of Renault’s global growth strategy, aiming to strengthen its presence in over 70 countries.
The model plays a key role in Renault’s International Game Plan 2024-2027, which includes an investment of EUR 3 bill

On July 10, Stellantis Brazil announced the inauguration of a new Safety Center structure at its Betim Automotive Hub, dedicated to crash testing hybrid and electric vehicles.
The Safety Center employs over 50 engineers and follows rigorous protocols tailored to electric and hybrid vehicles, with specific focus on ba

On July 8, 2025, Mercedes-Benz do Brasil announced it tripled its urban bus sales in Curitiba during the first half of the year, registering 117 units compared to 29 in all of 2024.
This surge also boosted the company’s market share in the city from 18% to 55% over the same periods. The most registered models include

On July 7, Honda Automóveis do Brasil announced a 33% year-over-year sales growth for the first half of 2025, outpacing the national market average of 5% and marking its best first semester in five years.
This strong performance is driven by a renewed portfolio, notably the HR-V, which became the best-selling Honda m

On July 8, 2025, it was reported that General Motors began pre-sales in Brazil for the Chevrolet Spark EUV.
The new compact electric hatchback is based on a Chinese model and offers a 102-hp rear electric motor and a 41.9-kWh battery with a WLTC range of over 400 km.
Additionally, GM confirmed it will introduce the C

On July 7, Volkswagen Caminhões e Ônibus (VWCO) announced the completion of the real-world evaluation cycle of its first fully electric bus chassis, the e-Volksbus 22L, in Curitiba, Brazil.
The bus was operated for at least 10 hours daily under real conditions with local operator URBS, focusing on battery autonomy, b

The Associacao Nacional dos Fabricantes de Veiculos Automores (ANFAVEA) announced that Brazilian vehicle production (excluding CKD production) in June 2025 of 200,764 units represented a decrease of 4.9% from June 2024.
Of the vehicles produced in June, 144,302 were passenger cars; 42,393 were commercial vehicles; 11

The Associacao Nacional dos Fabricantes de Veiculos Automores (ANFAVEA) announced that Brazilian vehicle sales (including trucks and buses) decreased 0.6% YOY to 212,932 units in June 2025.
Vehicle sales in June consisted of 159,119 passenger cars; 43,339 light commercial vehicles; 8,511 trucks; and 1,963 buses.
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On July 4, MTA S.p.A. announced on social media that it will complete the construction of its new Brazilian headquarters by 2026. It will have a modern 10,000 square meter facility on a 30,000 square meter property, designed to ensure a more efficient and flexible production layout.
This expansion will boost its plas

On July 3, it was reported that Geely will begin opening its first Brazilian dealerships this month as part of its plan to launch 23 locations in 19 cities within four months.
The brand confirmed that 12 of these dealerships will start selling the electric EX5 SUV by August. To raise awareness, Geely also began showc

On July 4, the Brazilian dealer association Federacao Nacional da Distribuicao de Veiculos Automotores (Fenabrave) announced combined sales of 212,897 new passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, trucks, and buses in June 2025, a decrease 0.6% compared to June 2024 and a decrease of 5.7% from May 2025.
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On June 30, it was reported that Chinese automaker Omoda & Jaecoo inaugurated its new parts distribution center in Cajamar, São Paulo, as part of its strategy to solidify its presence in Brazil.
The operation, managed by logistics company DSV, began with 600 m² and is already expanding to 1,500 m² with BRL 30 million

On July 2, Nissan Brazil announced the launch of the new Nissan Kicks, with official sales starting July 3 across over 200 dealerships nationwide.
Produced at the Resende Industrial Complex in Rio de Janeiro, The SUV is powered by a 1.0-liter turbocharged engine delivering 125 hp and 22.4 kgfm of torque with ethanol,