Rasa Motor to introduce Suzuki Dzire sedan in Iran On July 29, multiple sources reported that Rasa Motor Middle East has received the vehicle type approval certificate for the Suzuki Dzire. It is planning to introduce this economy sedan to the Iranian market. Based on multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/01

lved: India has become the world’s third-largest car market, and around 2.7% of the 4 mn Passenger Cars sold in 2024 were BEVs. Tata Motors and MG (including a joint venture with JSW Group) lead the BEV market with their popular mass-market models, while Mahindra, Hyundai, Kia, Toyota, and Maruti Suzuki are also introducing their own offerings. Thus, the Indian market continues to present growth opportunities in the BEV segment. In contrast to ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/31

Magyar Suzuki, Hungary announces EUR 24.5 million investment to modernize Esztergom plant On July 29, the Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency (HIPA)announced that Magyar Suzuki Zrt. has announced an investment of nearly EUR 24.5 million at its Esztergom plant, aimed at plant modernization, enhancing efficiency, fully utilizing existing capacity, adapting flexibly to future demands, and moving toward carbon-neutral operations. The project aims ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

ecting shifting trends and economic headwinds. Electrified vehicle sales for H1 2025 totaled 13,490 units, consisting of 10,891 HEVs, 2,439 BEVs and 160 PHEVs. Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. retained its market lead with a 48.2% share, followed by Mitsubishi (19.2%), Nissan (5.1%), Ford (4.7%), and Suzuki (4.6%). Looking ahead to the second half of 2025, CAMPI said carmakers are focusing on improving customer experience, launching updated models,...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

GIIAS 2025: Suzuki Indonesia showcases e VITARA; Local launch still on track for 2026 Announced on July 23, 2025, PT Suzuki Indomobil Sales (SIS) opened its GIIAS 2025 participation with a bold showcase of future mobility, featuring new products, technologies, and services across a spacious 2,000-sqm booth. The main attraction of Suzuki’s exhibition is the e VITARA SUV, Suzuki’s first mass-produced BEV, designed as a key milestone in Suzuki...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

Maruti Suzuki, India signs MoU with DPIIT to support startups in automobile and mobility sectors On July 23, Maruti Suzuki India Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. The agreement aims to foster the development of technology-driven solutions in the fields of automobile manufacturing and mobility. Startups...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/23

sales were down 1.4% y/y to 1,011,882 units (excludes BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo Cars and Tata). CVs (M&HCVs and LCVs) sales were down 0.6% y/y to 223,215 units (excludes Daimler and Scania). Based on the release of carmakers, the available sales results of PVs and CVs in June are as follows: Maruti Suzuki sales of 121,339 units decreased 13.3% in June compared to the same month in 2024. Tata sales of 65,019 units decreased 12.3% from last year. M...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

VAMM reports motorcycle sales in Vietnam at 611,236 units in Q2 2025, up 1.3% YoY On July 10, 2025, the Vietnam Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers (VAMM), comprising 5 members—Honda Vietnam, Piaggio Vietnam, Vietnam Suzuki, SYM Vietnam, and Yamaha Motor Vietnam—announced that motorcycle sales in the second quarter of 2025 (April to June) reached 611,236 units, marking a 1.34% increase compared to the same period in 2024. These 5 members ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/15

Indonesian minister calls on Toyota, Suzuki, Daihatsu to keep vehicle prices stable Announced on July 13, 2025, Indonesia’s Minister of Industry met with 3 major Japanese automotive manufacturers, Toyota, Suzuki, and Daihatsu, in Japan, urging them not to increase vehicle prices in the Indonesian market. During his visit to the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, the minister emphasized the strong potential of Indonesia’s automotive sector, warning tha...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/15

ales in June 2025 were 57,760 units, down 22.6% compared to June 2024. By automaker sales in June, Toyota was down 30.0% y/y to 17,819 units and a 30.9% market share. Daihatsu was down 37.5% to 9,356 units with a 16.2% market share. Mitsubishi was down 21.9% to 5,053 units with a 8.7% market share. Suzuki was up 7.8% to 4,940 units with a 8.6% market share. Honda was down 45.1% to 4,179 units with a 7.2% market share. Chery's sales increased by 1...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/14

Six new EV models to be released in Japan in FY 2025 Japanese automakers will release an electric vehicle (EV) one after another in the fiscal year that ends in March 2026 (FY 2025). Six new Japanese EV models including three models jointly developed by Toyota Motor Corporation, Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd., and Suzuki Motor Corporation, will be released in FY 2025, which is more than the figure in FY 2022 when EVs debuted in the country. Honda Motor...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

Suzuki starts Fronx deliveries in Indonesia; Bookings already exceed 1,500 units Announced on July 7, 2025, PT Suzuki Indomobil Sales (SIS) has officially begun deliveries of the first 55 units of the Suzuki Fronx in Indonesia, marked by an event in Central Jakarta. Since pre-orders opened on May 28, the locally assembled, coupe-style SUV has received over 1,500 Vehicle Order Letters (SPK) as of late June and attracted interest from approximately...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/08

same month in 2024, LCV sales represented a 14.9% increase, MCV represented a 24.7% increase, HCV sales represented a 40.7% increase, Extra Heavy CV sales were down 12.3%, and bus sales were down 43.5%. Among passenger vehicle sales by manufacturers in June, Toyota sold 11,375 units (25.4% share), Suzuki sold 5,221 units (11.7% share) and VW sold 4,911 units (11.0% share). Among commercial vehicle sales in June, FAW sold 450 units (17.3% share),...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

Suzuki Australia confirms Fronx HEV launch for September 2025, e Vitara to follow in Q1 2026 Based on Suzuki Australia’s homepage, the upcoming addition of 2 new models has been confirmed, including the Fronx, an all-new smart hybrid compact SUV, and the e Vitara, Suzuki’s first mass-production BEV. The Fronx showcases Suzuki’s latest design and technology, featuring advanced connectivity and modern features. This stylish hybrid SUV will be...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

Suzuki holds shareholders’ meeting with intent of getting through difficult period On June 27, Suzuki Motor Corporation (Suzuki) held the 159th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders at Grand Hotel Hamamatsu (Chuo Ward, Hamamatsu City). Suzuki’s President, Toshihiro Suzuki, said, “We will pull together as a team to get through this difficult period. We are carrying out tasks through thorough in-house communication.” Shareholders asked q...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/30

but in Indonesia, GIIAS 2025 highlights the cutting edge of automotive innovation. The final lineup of confirmed passenger and commercial vehicle brands participating includes Audi, Volkswagen, GAC Aion Indonesia, Polytron, Geely, Ford, BMW, Mini, Toyota, BAIC, Honda, Lexus, Daihatsu, Mazda, Chery, Suzuki, MG, Wuling, Mitsubishi Motors, Volvo, Aletra, DFSK, Seres, Subaru, Hyundai, Jaecoo, VinFast, Jetour, Maxus, Kia, GWM, Xpeng, Jeep, Citroën, M...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/23

completely built-up (CBU) vehicles from Indonesia by brand for the first 5 months of 2025.  Toyota led the export segment with 66,543 vehicles, followed by Daihatsu with 42,510 units and Mitsubishi Motors with 40,358 units. Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (HMMI) recorded 20,836 units, while Suzuki and Honda exported 10,433 and 6,626 units, respectively. Isuzu contributed 3,890 units, with smaller volumes reported by Chery (745 units), Wul...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20

Suzuki invests in Japanese start-up operating used car trade platform in Kenya On June 18, Suzuki Motor announced that it has invested in Cordia Directions, Japanese start-up operating used car trade platform in Kenya, through Suzuki’s corporate venture capital fund, Suzuki Global Ventures (SGV). Cordia Directions was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Tokyo with operations based in Kenya. Peach Cars operated by the company is a platform f...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

dustry's continued growth, supported by strong commercial vehicle demand, but emphasized the importance of ongoing collaboration between the government and industry stakeholders.In the first 5 months of 2025, Toyota led the market with a 48.1% share, followed by Mitsubishi at 19.2%, Nissan at 5.2%, Suzuki at 4.7%, and Ford at 4.5%. (From an article of Philstar on June 19, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

Maruti Suzuki, India opens rail siding at Manesar plant On June 17, Maruti Suzuki India Limited (Maruti Suzuki) inaugurated the automobile Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal, which is connected to Patli railway station through a 10 km dedicated rail link at its Manesar plant in Haryana. The project involved a total investment of INR 8 billion, with INR 6.84 billion contributed by HRIDC (Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation) and...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/17