On May 21, Audi USA announced that its adaptive driving beam (ADB) Digital Matrix LED headlights will be available to U.S. customers for the first time on the all-new, full-size, 2027 Audi Q9 and SQ9 flagship SUV models. The new micro LED technology will be available when the new models arrive at U.S. dealers later t

On May 20, CARIAD announced that it has developed the Integrated Driver Assistance Display (IFA) for Audi vehicles. It turns sensor and map data into a clear, real-time view of the surroundings in the driver’s display. IFA starts automatically when the car moves and cannot be turned off, ensuring constant support whi

On May 20, Audi announced that it is planning to unveil the new Audi A2 e-tron in the fall 2026 as an entry-level electric model. It will be produced in the Ingolstadt plant, Germany.
The prototype camouflaged A2 e-tron is being tested in different conditions, including snow, wind tunnels at Audi Technical Developmen

On May 19, Skoda unveiled Epiq, the all-new electric SUV. It is the brand’s first model built on the new MEB+ platform and also its first front-wheel-drive EV. The MEB+ platform uses lighter batteries, which helps reduce energy use.
The SUV measures 4,171 mm x 1,798 mm x 1,581 mm (LxWxH), with a wheelbase of 2,601 mm

On May 19, the President of Uzbekistan reviewed the presentation of proposals aimed at developing the automotive industry, expanding production capacity, and increasing the competitiveness of the sector. The presentation discussed issues related to increasing the volume of production and the number of employees in th

On May 15, VW revealed the all-new ID. Polo GTI at the 24h race at the Nurburgring, Germany.
The vehicle measures 4,096mm in length, 1,816mm in width, 1,513mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,599 mm.
It is built on the MEB+ platform, it generates output of 166 kW and 290 Nm of torque, delivered instantly for quick re

On May 14, Volkswagen of America (VWoW) announced its 2027 model year lineup.
The ID.Buzz, after a short absence and skipping the 2026 model year, rejoins the 2027 Volkswagen model lineup with trims that now include the Pro S RWD, Pro S 4Motion (new), Tourer 4Motion (new), and Pro S Plus 4Motion. Built off the Pro S

On May 13, MAN Truck & Bus unveiled the new MAN eTGM, a 16-tonne electric truck, at Transpotec Logitec 2026 in Milan, Italy. It fills the gap between the smaller eTGL and the heavy-duty eTGX/ eTGS models, completing MAN’s electric truck range from 12 to 50 tonnes.
The truck uses shared electric technology from the eT

On May 10, SAIC-VW debuted the ID. ERA 5S plug-in hybrid electric sedan.
Not only is the ID. ERA 5S the first sedan of the ID. ERA family, but it also serves as the first VW sedan to adopt an advanced intelligent driver assistance system. The “5” in the name indicates its position as a mid-to-high-end sedan, while th

On May 12, Audi announced that its all-new Q9 model offers a spacious and premium interior designed for comfort on long trips. It can seat up to seven people and has easy access to the third row. For the first time, all doors are electrically operated, making entry and exit simple.
The front seats feature ventilation

Volkswagen’s U.S. truck brand Scout Motors is exploring a potential stock market listing or strategic stake sale, according to recent statements by CEO Scott Keogh, who noted that the brand was deliberately structured as a standalone entity from the beginning to make that approach a viable option. 
As it continues co

On May 8, Porsche AG announced that it is taking further steps in its strategic restructuring by planning to shut down three subsidiaries i.e., Cellforce Group GmbH, Porsche eBike Performance GmbH, and Cetitec GmbH. Altogether, these changes will impact more than 500 employees.
Cellforce Group GmbH no longer fits int

On April 24, at the Auto China 2026 event, Jetta, an FAW-VW sub-brand, announced a full transition to the intelligent EV sector. The brand released a new logo for its New Energy Vehicle (NEV) portfolio, while unveiling the Jetta X concept car and the Jetta M6, its first battery electric sedan.
Inheriting classic bran

On April 25, at the Auto China 2026 event, SAIC-VW launched the ID. ERA 9X flagship range-extended electric SUV. The model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 309,800 to CNY 359,800.
The ID. ERA 9X adopts a 2+2+2 seating layout and measures 5,207mm long, 1,997mm wide, and 1,810mm high, with a

On May 7, the President of the Government of Navarre, Spain, announced that Volkswagen Navarra plans to hire 1,000 workers in 2027, which could create about twice as many jobs across the wider supply chain.
The government is preparing for this growth by focusing on training, reskilling, and recognizing workers’ skill

On May 7, Porsche AG announced that it is reorganising its executive board by reducing divisions from eight to seven. The Car-IT division will be closed on June 19, 2026, and merged into the Research and Development division from July 1, 2026.
The current Car-IT board member will step down but will continue working w

According to the Kazakhstan Automobile Union (KAU), Kazakhstan's total automobile production in 2025, including passenger cars, buses, and trucks, reached 171,144 units, a significant increase of 17.8% from 145,290 units in 2024.
The country's new car sales in 2025 came to 234,852 units, a 14.4% increase compared to

On May 4, it was reported that Volkswagen de Mexico officially launched Paint Shop N-103 at its Puebla plant, marking a strategic milestone in transformation of its site.
The new installation covers approximately 80,000 square meters and is a four-story facility. It operates with two paint lines capable of processing

On May 6, Milence secured a EUR 120 million financing deal to expand its network of high-performance charging hubs for electric trucks across Europe.
The funding comes from a group of partners, including Edmond de Rothschild Asset Management, Íslandsbanki, Invest-NL, and Invest International, with support from the Eu

On May 7, Traton Group announced that it has issued its first Green Bond worth EUR 500 million, with a 5.5-year term and a fixed coupon of 3.875% rate. This is the first bond under its Green Finance Framework launched in October 2025. At the same time, the company also secured a EUR 350 million Green Loan, bringing t