On September 3, the European Commission put forward its proposals to the Council for the signature and conclusion of the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement (EMPA) and the EU-Mexico Modernised Global Agreement (MGA).
The deal with Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay (EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement) will create
On September 3, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) stated that the EU-Mercosur and EU-Mexico Free-Trade Agreements offer sizeable benefits for European vehicle makers in an increasingly unpredictable global trade environment. Every year, over 30% of vehicles produced in the EU are exported to i
On August 20, it was reported that Subaru launched the new Forester in Chile as part of its regional introduction.
The Forester, representing 40% of Subaru’s sales in Argentina, continues to appeal to customers seeking a versatile vehicle for daily use and adventure. Additionally, Subaru will relaunch the Impreza lat
On August 6, Hyundai Motor Company and General Motors announced plans for their first five co-developed vehicles.
The companies will jointly develop four vehicles for the Central and South American markets, including a compact SUV, a car, a small pickup, and a mid-size pickup, all designed to run on either internal
On July 23, Volkswagen announced that it has begun exports of the Tera SUVW from the plant in Taubaté, Brazil where it is produced.
The Tera will begin shipments to Argentina, Aruba, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Curacao, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Paraguay and Uruguay. Tera exports are also already sch
The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. (Yokohama Rubber) announced that its GEOLANDAR A/T G31 and GEOLANDAR X-CV tires have been selected as original equipment tires for the Toyota 4Runner.
GEOLANDAR A/T G31 is an all-terrain tire supplied for the 4Runner Latin America model that offers drivability in all off-road situations,
On July 24, Mercedes Benz do Brasil Ltda., a Daimler Truck subsidiary, launched two new Axor truck models, i.e., the 2038 4x2 and 2545 6x2 for the Brazilian market. These trucks are built for medium- and long-distance freight transport and expand the brand’s heavy-duty lineup in South America.
The models will be manu
On July 10, Renault revealed the new Boreal, a C-segment SUV designed for markets outside Europe. It’s part of Renault’s global growth strategy, aiming to strengthen its presence in over 70 countries.
The model plays a key role in Renault’s International Game Plan 2024-2027, which includes an investment of EUR 3 bill
Norsk Hydro ASA (Hydro) has completed the recertification of its 74 production sites under the Aluminum Stewardship Initiative (ASI) Performance Standard V3.1, the highest number among aluminum extrusion companies.
The sites include 42 operations in Europe, 25 in North America, 2 in Asia and 5 in South America.
The r
On June 18, Volkswagen Brazil announced that the new VW Tera, produced in Taubaté, received the highest five-star rating in Latin NCAP's latest and most rigorous safety protocol.
Built on the MQB platform and featuring ultra-high-strength steel in key structural areas, the Tera was entirely developed in Brazil and i
Announced on June 9, 2025, Malaysia’s Proton officially launched the e.MAS 7 in Trinidad and Tobago, the second international market for its first EV model after Nepal.
The launch event in Port of Spain was hosted by local distributor ANSA Motors, which also opened a new EV showroom at The City of Grand Bazaar to sup
On June 6, Stellantis announced the launch of Circular Autopeças, a new brand for its remanufactured and reused parts line in South America, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable and affordable mobility.
While the global identity SUSTAINera remains in place, the regional rebranding reflects a strategy focused on
On April 30, it was reported that Modefer, a Brazilian manufacturer of viscous clutches and fan blades for heavy-duty and diesel vehicles, is expanding its international presence across Latin America.
Based in Barueri, São Paulo, the company currently exports to Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and Paraguay, and is seekin
On April 22, prior its full public debut at Auto Shanghai, Stellantis announced the Leapmotor B10 electric SUV as the brand’s second model to launch in Chile and Brazil.
The Leapmotor B10 is built on the brand’s new 3.5 architecture and features advanced electronic integration, with key systems, battery, motor, ADAS,
On April 4, Volkswagen announced an expansion of its investment plan for South America to BRL 20 billion, strengthening its long-term strategy in the region.
Initially, BRL 16 billion had been allocated for Brazil until 2028, but with an additional USD 580 million, (BRL 4 billion) now committed to Argentina through 2
On March 27, iGowise Mobility, a Bangalore-based deep-tech mobility startup, announced partnerships with EVMI Solutions, Subeez, and Yaanco SAS to expand its electric trike operations in the UK, Switzerland, and South America. The company is also collaborating with domestic fleet aggregator Hala Mobility to deploy 2,
On February 27, Peugeot announced the launch of the all-new Peugeot 3008 compact SUV in the Latin American region.
The SUV is built on the STLA Medium platform, measuring 4.542 meters in length, 1.93 meters in width, and 1.64 meters in height, offering a 520-liter trunk. It is available in two versions, Allure, and G
On January 16, Stellantis announced its global consolidated shipment estimates for Q4 2024, revealing a 9% decline to 1.395 million units, aligning with a 5% drop in sales for the same period.
The decline reflects inventory reductions in North America and the impact of temporary product gaps in Europe, which are grad
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