On August 18, the UK government confirmed continued funding for the plug-in van and truck grant until at least 2027, helping drivers and businesses save money on EVs. The grant offers up to GBP 2,500 for small vans, GBP 5,000 for large vans, GBP 16,000 for small trucks, and GBP 25,000 for large trucks. Final grant le

On August 15, 2025, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. disclosed detailed technical and conceptual information about four new SUV models scheduled for production starting in 2027—the new models, designated Vision.S, Vision.T, Vision.SXT and Vision. X—are all built on a newly developed modular platform, called NU_IQ, and are de

GKN Automotive, a division of Dowlais Group PLC, announced that its SX Countertrack CV Joint was selected for the Lucid Air due to its outstanding torque transfer efficiency. The vehicle also incorporates GKN Automotive’s Monobloc Tubular Interconnecting Shafts (MTS), which deliver additional weight savings and effic

Announced on August 16, 2025, Chery is celebrating its official debut in the Thai market with the “CHERY Welcome Drive Welcome Deal on Tour” event, currently underway in Bangkok.
The roadshow began on August 1 in Khon Kaen and will conclude on August 31 in Phuket, inviting the public to view the models in person and

On August 15, Chevrolet has revealed two striking Corvette concepts, the CX and CX.R Vision Gran Turismo, at The Quail during Monterey Car Week, showcasing the brand’s vision for future design and performance.
The all-electric, all-wheel-drive Corvette CX that delivers over 2,000 hp from four motors, features advance

Lucid Group, Inc. revealed the Lucid Gravity X concept SUV at a private event prior to its public debut at the 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.
The concept is based on a Lucid Gravity Grand Touring that has been upgraded to improve its off-road performance.
It has an EPA-rated 450 miles of range and a powertrai

On August 15, Workhorse Group Inc. and Motiv Electric Trucks, a leading manufacturer of medium-duty electric trucks and buses, announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement. The combined company will create a North American medium-duty electric truck OEM with a diverse portfolio of Class 4-6 ele

On August 14, 2025, Proton New Energy Technology Sdn Bhd (PRO-NET), a subsidiary of Proton, announced that the Proton e.MAS 7 had been Malaysia’s best-selling EV for the seventh consecutive month since its launch.
As of July 31, 2025, a total of 4,959 units had been delivered, comprising 4,689 units in Malaysia and 2

Cadillac has unveiled the Elevated Velocity, an all-electric, high-performance luxury crossover concept blending V-Series performance with off-road capability.
The 2+2 concept features a lifted stance on 24-inch wheels, dual electric drive modes for road and rugged terrain, and unique features like Sand Vision visibi

Acura has revealed the RSX Prototype at Monterey Car Week, offering a first look at its next-generation all-electric SUV set to launch in the second half of 2026.
Finished in “Propulsion Yellow Pearl,” the RSX is the first Acura engineered in-house on Honda’s new global EV platform and will be built at the Honda EV H

On August 12, Mercedes-Benz USA announced that its showcase at the 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Automotive Week would feature the U.S. show debuts of its CONCEPT AMG GT XX electric performance concept, the Vision V luxury limousine concept, and the exclusive Mercedes-Maybach S 680 Edition Emerald Isle.
The C

On August 12, Greenlane Infrastructure, LLC announced that it will establish a second electric commercial vehicle charging corridor to connect Southern California to Phoenix, Arizona through the I-10 interstate. The corridor will include Greenlane’s flagship center in Colton, California with new sites that will be de

On August 13, multiple sources reported that the Prime Minister of Egypt announced plans to attract leading global electric car manufacturers to produce at least 100,000 EVs annually. The government is in talks with several companies, offering all requested incentives. Negotiations also cover setting up electric batt

On August 8, Atom announced that it has completed the first of three rounds of crash tests of its upcoming electric car. Its results confirm the reliability of the body structure and the effectiveness of all passive safety solutions used. Based on the test results, the target indicators for passenger protection in th

On August 11, it was reported that sales of HEV, PHEV, and BEV in Mexico reached 10,612 units in July, representing 8.5% of total light vehicle sales for the month.
While slightly below July 2024 levels, year-to-date results remain positive. From January to July 2025, 76,562 units were sold, a 17.4% increase over the

On August 12, AITO announced the September launch of the M7 EV family intelligent SUV.
Inheriting a family design, the M7 EV measures 5,080mm long, 1,999mm wide, and 1,780mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,030mm.
The M7 EV is equipped with a Huawei high-voltage 7-in-1 electric drive, a single- (227kW) or dual-motor (160k

Guident has partnered with the City of Boca Raton, Florida, to launch an autonomous shuttle public transportation service in fall 2025. The initial route will run a 0.6-mile loop within Mizner Park, with plans to expand to a 2.6-mile loop reaching Royal Palm Place.
The one-year pilot, operated with Circuit Transit, w

On August 8, Serbia’s Ministry of Environmental Protection announced the termination of the 2025 subsidy program for purchasing new fully electric vehicles, as the allocated funds were exhausted before the end of the year. Government of Serbia had been supporting the amount of up to EUR 5,000 this year when purchasin

Reported on August 9, 2025, Millennium Group Corporation (Asia) PCL (MGC-ASIA) is exploring the feasibility of establishing an EV assembly plant in Thailand, potentially under the XPeng brand, for which it holds marketing and distribution rights.
The decision will depend on market demand and sales volumes sufficient

On August 6, Wuling Motors debuted the Bingo S battery electric sedan.
Developed for young users, the Bingo S incorporates technology, elegance, exquisiteness, and fashion into exterior design. The “S” stands for a free “shift” between different scenarios.
The Bingo S is designed with five doors and five seats, measu