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Spain starts applications for Line 2 of Auto+ program for businesses and the self-employed
On October 1, the Ministry of Industry and Tourism of Spain opened applications for direct aid under Line 2 of the 2026 Auto+ program. It has a budget of EUR 50 million for the purchase of electric and electrified vehicles by companies and self-employed professionals. Applications may be submitted until December 31,
Iran announces ban on import of luxury cars
On September 30, multiple sources reported that the Ministry of Industry, Mines and Trade of Iran suspended the import of luxury cars by order of the President of Iran. The decision was taken due to pressure on the foreign exchange market and capital outflow. The Government will focus on importing economical cars.
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Mexico optimistic on tariff deal with U.S. on autos, steel, aluminum; seeks better terms than Canada
Mexico’s government is increasingly confident regarding a potential trade deal with the U.S. that would include reduced tariffs on exports including steel, aluminum and light vehicles, according to multiple Mexican officials familiar with the situation.
The two countries are currently working on details of an agreeme
South Korea to strengthen critical mineral supply chain cooperation with five Central Asian countries
South Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources announced that it will strengthen supply chain cooperation in critical minerals and other areas with five Central Asian countries—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan—following the first Korea-Central Asia Summit held in Seoul from Se
South Korean government announces plans for designation and stockpiling of critical minerals
The South Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources announced on September 23 that it has finalized the First Basic Plan for Resource Security, the Critical Mineral Designation Plan, and the First Critical Mineral Stockpiling Plan.
Under the First Basic Plan for Resource Security, the government will provide f
Government of India notifies CAFE norms for passenger vehicles from 2027
On September 29, the Ministry of Power notified new Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) and energy-consumption standards for M1-category passenger vehicles. The rules will apply from April 1, 2027, to March 31, 2032.
Automakers will be required to keep their annual average fuel consumption at or below targets based
Italy announces EUR 631 million in aid for automotive supply chain R&D
On September 28, the Ministry of Business and Made in Italy (MIMIT) announced EUR 631 million for automotive supply chain companies undertaking industrial research and experimental development projects with significant technological impact. These projects foster innovation in the automotive supply chain, developing a
Philippines proposes PHP 228.92 million EV program budget for FY 2027, covering charging, testing facility
Announced on September 24, 2026, the Philippines’ Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has proposed PHP 228.92 million for the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Program (EVIDP) in the FY 2027 National Expenditure Program, compared with PHP 32.46 million provided under the FY 2026 General Appropriations Act.
U.S. DOT details amount of savings for OEMs after emission rules change
On September 28 while announcing its finalized, dramatically-lowered, vehicle fuel economy rules, the U.S. Department of Transportation noted how much money will be saved by automotive OEMs as a result.
The Trump administration estimates automakers' technology costs will decline by USD 60.6 billion through 2031, or a
GARC upgrades automotive testing infrastructure under PM E-DRIVE, India
On September 28, the Global Automotive Research Centre (GARC) in Oragadam, Chennai, began upgrading its automotive testing infrastructure under the government’s PM E-DRIVE scheme.
GARC has been allocated INR 2.2 billion and has issued purchase orders for most of the planned equipment. The upgrades will cover EV and b
Kyrgyz Republic discusses joint venture with Geely Auto Group
On September 24, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic visited the headquarters of Geely Auto Group and held talks with the organization's management. During the meeting, they discussed cooperation and the possibility of opening a joint venture in Kyrgyzstan as well as developing service inf
Mozambique plans vehicle assembly plant under public-private partnership
On September 24, multiple sources reported that the Ministry of Transport and Logistics of Mozambique is planning a vehicle assembly plant under a public-private partnership. The plant will produce commercial as well as passenger vehicles. The plant will produce vehicles with conventional as well as new energy techno
U.S. DOT finalizes significantly lower vehicle fuel economy standards
On September 28, the U.S. Transportation Department issued its finalized, sharply lower vehicle fuel economy standards through 2031, reversing efforts of the previous Biden administration to entice automakers to build more fuel-efficient vehicles.
Under former President Biden, the government sought to push OEMs to
USITC enables higher U.S. import tariffs for China-built van-type trailers
On September 25, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) ruled that Chinese imports of van-type trailers and subassemblies cause material injury to a U.S. industry, clearing the way for the U.S. Department of Commerce to impose antidumping and countervailing duties.
The Commerce Department had previously foun
Nissan launches autonomous drive research project in UK
On September 28, Nissan announced plans to test self-driving vehicles in Cambridge, UK, as part of its ADventure project. The project will study how autonomous mobility services can operate in real-world communities and improve accessibility and local transportation.
The GBP 3 million project is supported by the UK
UK Government supports new lithium mine in Cornwall
On September 28, the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) announced that Geothermal Engineering Ltd. will receive government capital grant funding of up to GBP 9.8 million. The offer comes via the Automotive Transformation Fund, which is part of the UK Government’s DRIVE35 programme, delivered by the Department for Busin
NX Technologies, Spain, receives grant for development of traction inverters
On September 22, NX Technologies announced that it has received EUR 1.9 million from the PERTE for Electric and Connected Vehicles (PERTE VEC) for the R&D of a future range of traction inverters for light electric vehicles. The project will run from 2026 to 2029.
The company already works with a range of manufacturer
RTA, Dubai, inaugurates autonomous mobility testing ground
On September 27, Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), inaugurated Dubai Mobility Labs. It is an integrated lab dedicated to testing autonomous and future mobility technologies. It is in Dubai Silicon Oasis, the specialised economic zo
Thailand, Brazil exchange views on automotive, auto parts industries
Announced on September 21, 2026, Thai and Brazilian industry representatives held talks on September 18 on the automotive and auto parts sectors.
The participants exchanged views on developments in the automotive and auto parts industries in both countries and discussed approaches to expanding trade and investment ti
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