On June 10, Karsan announced that it will take part in the UITP Summit 2025, held in Hamburg from June 15-18, to present its latest electric transportation solutions.
At the exhibition starting June 16, 2025, Karsan will debut its all-new 100% electric e-ATA LE, designed for long-range travel on short intercity route

On June 11, Rock Tech Lithium Inc. announced that it has been selected for funding under the KAVA (Knowledge and Innovation Activities) grant program by EIT RawMaterials. It is the first funding awarded after Rock Tech's Lithium Hydroxide Convertor Guben (LHCG) project has been recognized as a strategic project under

On June 10, Inceptio Technology, an industry-leading developer of autonomous driving technologies for heavy-duty trucks, joined the Autoware Foundation as a premium member. It will collaborate on advancing cutting-edge autonomous driving technologies for the truck segment, leveraging its extensive series production e

On June 10, Talbros Automotive Components Limited (TACL) announced that it had won new orders worth INR 5.8 billion for its product lines like gaskets, heat shields, forging components, chassis, and hoses. These orders will be executed over the next 5 years.
It has received orders worth INR 2.6 billion (including INR

On June 11, Minda Corporation, the flagship company of the Spark Minda Group, announced a Joint Venture (JV) with Toyodenso Co. for advanced automotive switches for the Indian market. Minda Corporation will have a majority stake in the newly formed venture with an investment in the agreed shareholding ratio of 60:40.

On June 10, 2025, PT Honda Prospect Motor launched the locally produced new HR-V RS e:HEV, Honda’s first hybrid in Indonesia’s compact SUV segment. Priced from IDR 449 million, it boosts Honda’s presence in the midsize SUV market with a blend of value and advanced hybrid technology.
Powered by the e:HEV system, the H

On June 9, General Motors Argentina announced it will extend the monthly suspension of production at its Alvear plant through the end of 2025, citing regional export dynamics in South America.
Starting in July, the plant will pause operations for one week each month. Despite the slowdown, GM confirmed it is moving fo

On June 10, Audi unveiled the first glimpse of the upcoming third generation Audi Q3.
The premium compact segment vehicle has been one of its best-selling models, with more than two million units commercialized around the world since the launch of its first generation.
The vehicle will be presented on June 16, settin

On June 2, Mutares SE & Co. KGaA completed the acquisition of NBHX Trim Europe from Ningbo Lawrence Automotive Interiors Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Ningbo Huaxiang Electronic Co., Ltd. (NBHX). The company strengthens Mutares’ Automotive & Mobility segment and will complement the Matikon Group within Amaneos as an add

On June 9, multiple sources reported that Continental would invest INR 1 billion to expand its presence in India’s passenger car and light truck (PLT) tire segment. The investment will be directed towards enhancing manufacturing capabilities at its Modipuram facility in Uttar Pradesh and broadening its product range.

The China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) announced the production and sales volumes of passenger cars (including sedans, SUVs, and MPVs, excluding minivans) for May 2025.
China passenger car production and sales volumes in May 2025
Retail
May retail sales volumes of passenger cars totaled 1.932 million units, refle

OEMs built 358,209 light vehicles in Mexico in May 2025, resulting in a 2.0% decrease compared to the 365,644 units built in the same month of 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI).
OEMs with production increases in May included GM with an increase of 14.8% to 77,252 units; Nis

OEMs with manufacturing operations in Mexico exported 301,112 light vehicles in May 2025, a 2.9% decrease compared to the 310,051 units shipped in May 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI).
OEMs with increased exports in May included Toyota with a 29.6% increase to 28,410 units

On June 9, BMW Argentina announced the launch of the new BMW 760i xDrive, a luxury sedan.
The vehicle was designed by José Casas, BMW’s Mexican Head of Exterior Design for midsize and premium models. Produced at the BMW Group Plant Dingolfing in Germany with a EUR 300 million investment, the 760i xDrive features a 4.

On June 9, Cadillac introduced the 2026 Optiq-V as Cadillac’s fifth generation of the V-Series portfolio. Optiq-V will be sold in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Middle East, and Israel with production at the Ramos Arizpe plant in Mexico starting in fall 2025. MSRP in the U.S. starts at an estimated USD 68,795 including de

On June 9, General Motors said it slightly more than doubled its EV sales this year compared with the first five months of 2024, while its share of the EV market in the U.S. also doubled.
Across all brands, GM sold 62,830 electric vehicles from January to May of 2025, with the Chevrolet brand comprising 37,620 of tho

On May 29, Bajaj Auto, in an investor update, announced that it will introduce an electric three-wheeler by early July 2025. Pilot vehicles have completed 10,000 kilometers of extensive testing, confirming high build quality and best-in-class performance. The new e-rick, to be launched under a fresh brand, aims to ta

On June 9, Tata Motors, in an investor presentation, announced that it is planning to introduce 7 new nameplates and 23 product refreshes by FY 2030 (ending March 31, 2030). It will help Tata Motors to expand its range to over 15 nameplates across multiple powertrain options, including ICE, EV, and hybrid models.
The

On June 6, EBRO started the first manufacturing tests of the new EBRO s400 at its Zona Franca plant in Barcelona. It will help to validate the industrial processes and the first series models before the definitive start of commercial production. During this stage, product and process audits are performed, as well as

Vector Informatik GmbH (Vector)’s Hardware Security Modules (HSM) firmware, MICROSAR HSM, has been certified according to ISO/SAE 21434, the international standard for cybersecurity risk management in road vehicles.
The certification ensures vehicles meet strict security requirements throughout their entire life cycl