On September 19, Mercedes Benz announced that the new all-electric CLA also stands out with a Cd of 0.21, making it one of the most aerodynamic cars in its class. Its performance is helped by specially designed wheels, including new bicolour full-cover alloys that cut drag significantly compared to standard or even a

On September 23, Daimler Trucks announced that it will showcase the expanded lineup of its second-generation electric eActros on September 30, 2025.
The range is based on the eActros 600, which will now include more options such as semitrailer tractors, flatbed chassis with different wheelbases, two-battery models, a

On September 22, Peugeot announced that it is adding new technologies in its EVs i.e., battery preconditioning and Vehicle-to-Load (V2L).
Peugeot E-3008 and E-5008 now come standard with battery preconditioning, which warms the battery before fast charging in cold weather. This ensures quicker charging and keeps perf

On September 23, Opel, Stellantis, and TU Darmstadt announced that they will showcase a special Opel Grandland at the International Symposium on Automotive Lighting (ISAL) in Darmstadt, Germany. The test car demonstrates how future SAE Level 3 autonomous vehicles could use lighting to communicate with pedestrians and

On September 19, multiple sources reported that the Saudi National Environmental Recycling Company (Tadweeer) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. to conduct technical and financial feasibility studies on the establishment of an aluminum plant and smelter in the Kingdom. 
The

On September 23, 2025, Volvo Car India launched the EX30, its newest luxury electric car, at an introductory price of INR 4.1 million. The deliveries of the EV will begin in the first week of November 2025. This is the third electric Volvo model to be assembled locally at the Hosakote plant in Bengaluru. The EX30 off

On September 23, Volvo Trucks announced an upgrade to its Driver Alert Support system, introducing an eye-tracking camera designed to enhance its ability to detect and alert drivers showing signs of inattention or drowsiness.
The upgraded Driver Alert Support uses two cameras to spot drowsy or distracted driving. A n

On September 23, Volvo Cars started sales of the upgraded 2026 Volvo EX90, featuring hardware and software enhancements. It offers faster charging, while a core computer upgrade brings advanced safety, collision avoidance, and driver support features.
The new features include safety alerts for slippery roads, hazards

On September 22, Salvador Caetano Auto South Africa announced that it will officially launch Jiangling Motors Corporation (JMC) in South Africa in November 2025. JMC is set to make a strong impact on South Africa’s commercial vehicle market, starting with the single cab segment.
JMC South Africa is set to launch the

On September 23, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) reported that Thailand produced 112,366 vehicles in August, down 6.1% YoY. Of this total, 34.18% was for the domestic market and 65.82% for exports.
The decline was mainly due to lower export production of passenger cars, following the discontinuation of

According to multiple press releases dated September 18, VW Group will likely stop supplying the Touareg model to the Chinese market from November due to sluggish sales.
The Touareg is built on the MLB Evo platform. In China, the sales volume of the model totaled 6,543 units in 2024, and the monthly sales volume has

Announced on September 19, 2025, Punch Powertrain has inaugurated its new plant in Malaysia, reinforcing its partnership with Proton and commitment to the nation’s automotive industry.
The Sensteed Powertrain Malaysia Sdn Bhd (SPM) facility was completed in just 10 months and officially inaugurated with officials fro

On September 19, BAIC Group announced the recent launch of strategic cooperation in areas such as online and offline scenario-based promotion; technology innovation and R&D; intelligent mobility solutions and vehicle purchase; and park digitalization and intelligentization with Dongsheng Technology Park.
For marketin

On September 17, Dreame Technology released concept images of its first vehicle model.
The model adopts 2,000MPa aviation-grade hot metal gas formed steel, dual hidden B-pillars, and a special door system, delivering a torsional rigidity of over 45,000Nm/deg, a wheel torque of nearly 23,000Nm, and a 0 to 100km/h acce

On September 18, Xiamen King Long Motor Group Co., Ltd. (KLM) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Chengdu Keruite Automobile Technology Co., Ltd. (Keruite) for an innovative project on the design, size, and intelligent manufacturing of buses.
Keruite, a company specializing in solutions to the R&D of intell

On September 19, JAC Mexico announced the launch of the JAC X12K 2026, a heavy-duty truck built at JAC plant in Mexico.
Featuring a COE (Cab Over Engine) design, the model offers a tighter turning radius, improved visibility, and easy access to the new Cummins Euro 6 diesel 6.7-liter engine. This powertrain produces

On September 17, it was reported that Chinese automaker Great Wall Motor reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Mexico despite the potential imposition of new tariffs on imported vehicles from China.
The measure was announced by the Mexican government, planning to increase tariffs from 10% to 50% to a range of produc

On September 18, it was reported that Audi’s plant in Puebla faces a 27.5% tariff on exports to the United States, a record rate that is reshaping the company’s production strategy.
To offset the financial impact, Audi is accelerating the regional integration of its supply chain by prioritizing auto parts from North

General Motors is preparing to launch an all-new generation of Chevrolet Bolt EV in conjunction with the 2027 model year, offering up new exterior and interior designs, upgraded technology larger infotainment screens, and new lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery chemistry.
The next-generation 2027 Bolt EV will be off

On September 19, Stellantis told suppliers in a letter that it has canceled the Jeep Gladiator 4xe version amid an ongoing reassessment of its product plans. The company said the cancellation of the plug-in hybrid Gladiator is effective immediately, and all related activities and agreements will be concluded.
“The Je