On June 30, it was reported that Michelin will shut down production at its Guarulhos (SP) facility by the end of 2025 due to economic infeasibility driven by growing competition from low-cost imported products.
The plant currently manufactures inner tubes for motorcycles and bicycles, industrial tires, and components

On June 30, Honda Brazil introduced the new Civic Advanced Hybrid in Brazil, a model that joins the Accord and CR-V with the ultra-efficient e:HEV system.
The Civic Advanced Hybrid features a powertrain of two electric motors and a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine with direct injection. The electric drive del

On June 27, Remsons Industries announced the signing of a strategic technical license agreement with AUSUS Automotive Systems do Brasil LTDA.  As part of the agreement, Remsons will license its proprietary technologies to AUSUS, with a focus on providing engineering and manufacturing solutions tailored to local requi

On June 26, it was reported that Brazilian auto parts exports reached USD 3.3 billion from January to May 2025, a 4.6% increase over the same period in 2024. Imports, however, rose 14.4% to USD 9.5 billion, resulting in a trade deficit of USD 6.17 billion, up 20.5% year-over-year.
In May alone, imports grew 15.5% to

On June 25, it was reported that Brazil will increase import taxes on electrified vehicles (EVs) starting July 1.
The new rates rise from 25% to 30% for HEVs, from 20% to 28% for PHEVs, and from 18% to 25% for BEVs. This is the final adjustment before the full 35% rate is reinstated for all types in July 2026.
The de

Marelli Corporation (Marelli) has unveiled its first CGCRE INMETRO (Coordenação Geral de Acreditação do Inmetro) accredited measurements laboratory for electrified vehicles, located in Hortolandia, Brazil.
With this certification, the laboratory offers testing capabilities for both traditional internal combustion eng

On June 25, it was reported that Hyundai vehicle production at the Caoa plant in Anápolis, Goiás, has been suspended since April, affecting models like the HR and New Tucson.
The local metalworkers’ union confirmed the halt, while both Caoa and Hyundai declined to officially comment on the termination of their partne

On June 25, Stellantis Brazil announced that its Goiana Automotive Hub set a record with the largest single-vehicle export operation in the company’s history.
A total of 4,006 units were shipped to Argentina from the Port of Suape aboard the dedicated Dover Highway (K-Line) vessel. The Jeep Renegade accounted for the

On June 25, it was reported that BYD will officially inaugurate its factory in Camaçari, Bahia, on July 1.
The event was initially scheduled for June 26 but was postponed due to scheduling conflicts with government authorities. The factory's first vehicle will be the electric Dolphin Mini, followed by the Song Pro. T

On June 25, it was reported that Chinese electric vehicle brand Farizon, part of Geely and represented in Brazil by Grupo Timber, is preparing to launch three LCV models in the country starting in September.
The SuperVAN offers two cargo volumes, 8m³ and 11m³, with up to 231 hp and 386 km of range. The V6E, based on

On June 25, Honda Automóveis do Brasil announced it has begun hiring 350 permanent workers to complete the second production shift at its plants in Itirapina and Sumaré.
The recruitment process will start in July, with new hires expected to begin training between September and October 2025. Around 250 positions will

Chinese EV brand Neta, which entered Brazil in November 2024, is facing major financial trouble after its parent company Hozon Auto officially entered bankruptcy proceedings in China.
Despite promising a long-term presence in Brazil, Neta has sold only 51 vehicles in the country over seven months. Local operations sh

On June 23, Volkswagen celebrated a record-breaking sales performance for its new compact SUV, the Tera, with 12,296 units sold in just 50 minutes during the "Open Door" launch event on June 5.
So far, nearly 14,800 Teras have been sold, with 51% of buyers switching from other brands and 57% upgrading from hatchbacks

On June 13, it was reported that Chinese automaker Foton revealed the prices of its new Tunland pickup trucks, a model that will begin sales in Brazil this month.
The V7 and V9 versions are priced at BRL 279,990 and BRL 299,990 respectively, approximately 20% lower than comparable competitors, according to the brand.

On June 23, Volvo announced the expansion of its parts distribution center in Curitiba, Brazil, where the brand's truck, bus, construction equipment and engine components are stored, organized, and prepared for shipment.
The facility is now 10,000 m² larger, reaching a total built area of 43,000 m², including 35,000

On June 20, Renault announced the inauguration of the expansion of its Renault Design Center Latam (RDCL) in São José dos Pinhais, Brazil.
The facility has an area of 2,440 square meters, twice the previous size, featuring an immersive virtual reality room and an exclusive outdoor showroom for real-world prototype an

On June 17, it was reported that acting President Geraldo Alckmin signed a decree expanding the automotive trade agreement between Brazil and Argentina.
The measure updates the Economic Complementation Agreement No. 14 (ACE-14), originally signed in 1990, by incorporating its 46th additional protocol. The new terms a

On June 17, Mercedes-Benz trucks announced that Nutrymax Alimentos, a major food distributor in Rio de Janeiro, acquired 100 new trucks as part of its annual fleet renewal and expansion strategy.
The order includes over 90 units of the light-duty Accelo 1017, along with medium-duty Atego 2429 6x2 and heavy-duty Actro

On June 17, it was reported that the Port of Paranaguá in Paraná received the first shipment of 680 units of the Geely EX5.
The electric SUV, launched just over two months ago, will begin sales in Brazil starting in July, following the brand’s scheduled rollout.
Developed on a multi-energy platform, the EX5 will init

On June 18, Nissan Brazil officially launched the new generation of the Nissan Kicks in the country.
Produced at the Resende plant, the vehicle features a 1.0-liter three-cylinder turbo engine with direct injection of 125 hp and 22.4 kgfm of torque with ethanol, and 120 hp and 20.4 kgfm with gasoline, paired with a d