Grupo Antolin-Irausa, S.A. (Antolin) has launched the LUXIA initiative to develop adaptive emotional lighting for automotive interiors, with an investment of EUR 342,313.
The project has also received EUR 102,693 in funding from the Regional Government of Castilla y León and is being developed in collaboration with c

Several Spanish media sources reported that GKN Driveline Vigo, S.A., a subsidiary of Dowlais’ GKN Automotive, has notified workers’ unions of a planned workforce reduction (ERE) that could affect around 75 employees, representing over 10% of its total workforce of 725.
The proposed layoffs are linked to lower demand

On January 12, Iveco announced a new programme with its partner PlusAI, US. The project aims to launch the first Level 4 autonomous heavy-duty trucks in Southern Europe, working with Spanish logistics company Sesé and the Government of Aragon in Spain.
As part of the program, IVECO and PlusAI will develop two heavy-d

On January 2, the automobile manufacturers association of Spain (ANFAC) announced that passenger car registrations in December 2025 were down 2.2% to 103,012 units over December 2024.
Full-year sales of 1,148,650 units in 2025 represent a 12.9% increase over 2024.
In 2025, Toyota sales increased 0.7% to 96,290 units,

On December 29, Junta de Extremadura announced that the General Directorate of Sustainability of the Ministry of Agriculture and Sustainable Development gave favorable environmental authorization for the plant for materials for lithium iron phosphate battery cathodes in the Expaciomérida Business Park. Yuneng Interna

On December 16, Treves Group, a world leader in automotive acoustics, inaugurated two new high-tech production lines at its Treves Castilla y León plant in Spain, marking a major investment that strengthens the site’s future and reinforces the Group’s commitment to industrial excellence.
The new facilities use ECOFEL

On December 23, the Council of Ministers of Spain agreed to extend tax benefits for individuals and businesses that buy EVs or install EV charging points, with personal income tax deductions of up to 15%. These measures are part of a Royal Decree-Law that extends social protection policies until 2026.
Additional ener

The Government of Catalonia announced that Novares has invested EUR 2.2 million to modernize and expand its plant in La Pobla de Claramunt, Barcelona, Spain, where the company manufactures plastic components for the automotive sector.
The investment received EUR 225,000 in support from ACCIÓ (Department of Business a

On December 22, Santana Motors, in a social media update, announced that it held an important meeting at BAIC’s R&D Center in Beijing, China, to prepare a production agreement at its Linares factory in Spain. 
After this high-level meeting between Santana, BAIC, Anhui Coronet Tech Co., the Linares City Council, and o

The Regional Government of Castile and León announced Grupo Antolin-Irausa, S.A. (Antolin)’s Fourth Strategic Innovation Plan (2025-2027).
The plan involves an investment of around EUR 6.5 million, supported by a EUR 2.4 million grant from the Institute for Business Competitiveness (ICE).
The plan’s objective is to d

Grupo Antolin-Irausa, S.A. (Antolin) has received funding from the Ministry of Industry and Tourism (Spain) under the framework of PERTE VEC for its EUR 14.98 million investment plan to improve production and develop new components for electric and connected vehicles. The funding includes EUR 3.54 million in grant an

On December 17, EBRO announced that Iberian fund Magallanes Value Investors has acquired a 3.24% stake in its share capital. The company has not disclosed the value of the transaction.
The company has reindustrialized the former Nissan plant in Barcelona, Spain, with its Chinese partner Chery. The stake was sold by t

CIE Automotive, S.A. announced the acquisition of 100% of the share capital of Aludec, S.A. (Aludec) for an enterprise value of EUR 200 million. The closing of the transaction is subject to the fulfilment of customary conditions.
Aludec specializes in the manufacture of decorative plastic and metal components for bot

Ficosa International, S.A. (Ficosa) has announced the expansion of its mirrorless business line into the commercial vehicle segment, reinforcing its leadership in camera monitoring systems (CMS). The company will transfer its expertise in camera-based rearview systems to sectors such as trucking.
The CMS solution rep

On December 17, Stellantis announced its partnership with SPH3, France, to showcase Citroën Berlingo at its Vigo plant as part of the HVO Aurora Trial. The project is touring Europe using a Citroën Berlingo and a Fiat Ducato to highlight the benefits of HVO, a renewable fuel made from used cooking oil and animal fats

On December 16, Fagor Ederlan Group and Duoli Technology announced a strategic alliance to create LIEDER AUTOMOTIVE SL. This project will allow them to supply structural components for the electric SUV Leapmotor B10, with production scheduled to start in Figueruelas (Zaragoza) in August 2026. Through this initiative,

According to multiple press releases dated December 15, Changan Auto is poised to enter the Italian and Spanish markets. To be launched first are two battery electric vehicle (BEV) models, with their plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) variants expected in 2026.
In the Italian market, Changan Auto will introduce the Deepa

On December 16, SEAT announced that it has converted Workshop 7 at its Zona Franca plant in Barcelona into a new facility for dismantling vehicles and recovering parts and components. The site will serve as a hub for recycling and reuse.
SEAT & CUPRA invested EUR 4.85 million in the project, with an additional EUR 1.

On December 12, multiple sources reported that Stellantis Vigo management and SIT and UGT unions have agreed to extend the temporary layoff scheme (ERTE) for 2026. As in 2025, employees may face up to 75 days of work suspension.
The company confirmed that all conditions from the 2025 ERTE remain unchanged, including

On December 14, multiple sources reported that workers at Mercedes Benz’s Vitoria plant, Spain, will hold one-hour strikes per shift from December 15 to 18, 2025. The strikes are called by unions ELA, LAB, and ESK due to worsening working conditions and poor work-life balance.
The unions announced that the strikes re