In its annual report for FY 2024-25, Gabriel India highlighted its R&D achievements across automotive segments. It developed and validated external valve serviceable semi-active shock absorbers for passenger vehicles and internal valve semi-active suspension systems for premium two-wheelers.
Gabriel India engaged in

On August 18, BMW announced that it has taken a big step forward with its Gen6 eDrive high-voltage batteries. They use new cylindrical cells that improve energy density, charging speed, and range.
To produce these batteries, BMW developed an entirely new process supported by advanced IT and data analytics. The data s

On August 14, Ideal Power, US announced that it has won its first customer to finish prototype tests of their B-TRAN solid-state circuit breaker (SSCB). After the product launch later this year, they are expected to expand into a full range of SSCBs with different power ratings. The customer will soon begin collectin

On August 18, multiple sources reported that Universal Rubber Belts Manufacturing has officially launched its manufacturing facility in Dubai. It will produce rubber belts for the automotive and industrial sectors. It will reduce reliance on imported power transmission components. It produces high-performance V-belts

On August 18, NIO announced its plans to enter Singapore, Uzbekistan, and Costa Rica in 2025 and 2026. In Singapore, NIO will partner with Wearnes Automotive, a leading luxury automotive retailer in the Asia-Pacific region. Starting in 2026, the two parties will introduce small, smart high-end EV, firefly, in Singapo

On August 19, Faraday Future announced that it expects the first FX Super One to roll off the production line in the Middle East by the end of the year as well. The company recently started trial production of this model at the plant in Hanford, California. 
Based on Faraday Future press release 

On August 8, Tata Motors, in an investor update, stated that at present, it has an adequate inventory of rare earth for the next two to three months. It has created alternatives to address the situation. It explores options, including sourcing from regions outside China and reducing reliance on rare earth materials w

On August 14, the Governorate of Surkhandarya region announced that HUMO NEW ENERGY LLC has launched a plant to produce light trucks in Denov district with the support of the Uzeltekhsanoat Association and the Surkhandarya regional administration. Established with an investment of USD 30 million, it has an annual cap

On August 19, BHTC announced that BHTC Bulgaria EOOD has officially opened its expanded production and development site in Bozhurishte, Bulgaria. With an investment of EUR 25 million, the new plant expansion will create over 100 additional jobs in the coming years.
BHTC Bulgaria is part of the AUO Group. Since launch

On August 16, Seres Group announced on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) that Seres Automobile Co., Ltd. (Seres Auto) acquired 48.54% of the equity in Chongqing Jinkang Powertrain New Energy Co., Ltd. (Jinkang Powertrain), a holding subsidiary, held by Chongqing Science City Urban Operation Group Co., Ltd., a minorit

ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) announced the launch of a second TraXon assembly line at its Friedrichshafen plant in Germany. Featuring an advanced overhead monorail system, the new line enables more flexible and efficient production.
With both TraXon lines operating under one roof, the plant gains flexibility in workfor

Announced on August 18, 2025, Proton announced that its new electric vehicle (EV) production plant in Tanjung Malim, Malaysia, is nearing completion, 6 months after its February groundbreaking. Full-scale production is scheduled for September.
The facility is now 90.4% built, with over 83.5% of equipment installed, a

On August 15, it was reported that Taiwanese company HCMF inaugurated a new plant in the Santa María Industrial Park in Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila, with an investment of USD 16 million.
The facility will produce solar and sliding roofs for the automotive industry, adhering to international quality standards. The project

On August 15, GWM Brazil announced that it has inaugurated its first plant in the Americas in Iracemápolis, São Paulo.
The Iracemápolis plant, formerly operated by Mercedes-Benz until 2020, is already producing the Haval H6 SUV, with future output to include the Haval H9 and Poer pickup.
The plant currently has 600 w

On August 13, it was reported that Bridgestone inaugurated a new distribution center in Mauá, São Paulo’s ABC region, less than 10 km from its Santo André plant.
The facility, located at the Golgi Mauá II logistics complex, was named CD Alenza after the brand’s high-performance tire line. The company emphasized the f

Nouveau Monde Graphite (NMG) is progressing its Phase-2 Matawinie Mine and Phase-2 Bécancour Battery Material Plant toward final investment decisions, aligning engineering, construction, and financing efforts. The projects aim to supply high-purity graphite for the rapidly growing North American EV and energy storage

Steer Tech and Hevo have announced a landmark partnership to deliver the world’s first fully integrated wireless autonomous EV charging solution for fleet depots. The collaboration pairs Steer’s high-precision autonomous driving technology with Hevo’s patented wireless charging platform, enabling vehicles to independ

VVDN Technologies has acquired GGS Engineering Services to strengthen its automotive engineering research and development capabilities in the U.S. and Canada. The deal combines VVDN’s embedded systems and manufacturing expertise with GGS’s strengths in mechanical design, simulation, and virtual manufacturing. The int

On August 14, MHP, a Porsche subsidiary, announced that it will showcase its security solutions at it-sa in Nuremberg, from October 7–9, 2025. The focus will be on AI security, ISO 27001 and TISAX standards, and preparations for the upcoming NIS2 directive. Another highlight is the concept of the human firewall, whic