higher, GM has decided to onshore production of the Chevrolet Blazer, and redesign and extend the Cadillac XT5 in the U.S., as well as developing a next-gen Cadillac CT5. When Orion Assembly comes back online in early 2027, it will produce the Cadillac Escalade and then add its next-gen full-size, light duty pickup trucks.  Barra said the company is also making significant progress on its autonomous vehicle strategy and our next-generation soft...

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EV demand and recent North American policy decisions. The Ultium CAM plant being commissioned in Bécancour remains on track to start producing cathode active material for EV batteries in 2026, but the two companies will not immediately proceed with an expansion project as originally planned. “In light of evolving market dynamics, GM and our partners will pause the second phase of the project,” said GM Canada spokesperson Marie Binette. GM an...

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platform for medium vans, creating safe and scalable urban mobility options. Testing will start soon in Luxembourg using Peugeot e-Traveller vehicles, with a wider rollout across Europe from 2026. These trials will focus on safety, performance, and meeting regulations. The initial phase will target light commercial vehicles (LCVs) i.e. a segment where Stellantis leads in Europe under its Pro One business. Stellantis’ wide LCV range supports fle...

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Archer wins bid to acquire Lilium's air mobility patent portfolio On October 15, Archer Aviation announced that it has won the competitive bid process to acquire Lilium GmbH’s portfolio of ~300 advanced air mobility patent assets for EUR 18M, including patents relating to key innovations in high-voltage systems, battery management, advanced aircraft design, flight controls, electric engines, propellers, and ducted fans. This acquisition strengt...

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South Korea’s IL Cellion doubles logo lamp production capacity at Cheonan Plant Several South Korean media sources reported that IL Cellion in South Korea doubled its production capacity of logo lamps at its smart factory in Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do. IL Cellion supplies system LEDs, logo lamps, and interior lamps to automakers in Europe and North America. The company expanded production to meet the growing orders from European automakers. ...

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Nissan establishes LCV R&D center in Zhengzhou On October 13, Zhengzhou Nissan announced the establishment of a Nissan LCV (light commercial vehicle) R&D center. The CTO of Nissan stated that as Nissan is implementing a global labor division and business operation layout covering planning, development, production, and sales, the new center will focus on the R&D of pickup trucks and SUVs. The Frontier Pro, the first Nissan global pickup truck mode...

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Hyundai launches 2026 Mighty QT500 in Mexico On October 3, 2025, it was reported that Hyundai Trucks and Buses unveiled the Hyundai 2026 Mighty QT500 in Mexico, a light-duty truck developed for urban and last-mile transport operations. The QT500 measures 5.93 m in length, 2.25 m in height, and 2.02 m in width, with a 3.3 m wheelbase. It is powered by a 2.8-liter Cummins F2.8 Euro VI engine producing 150 hp and 289 lb-ft of torque with Euro VI emi...

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Volkswagen South Africa introduces second-generation T-Roc SUV On October 14, Volkswagen South Africa showcased the second-generation T-Roc, with updated design and modern features. As the third member of Volkswagen’s SUV lineup after the Tiguan and Tayron, the new T-Roc is built on the latest MQB platform. It comes with standard LED headlights or optional IQ.Light LED matrix units, a white illuminated VW badge, and a slim light strip in front....

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hi Telempu named “NDR Hayashi Automotive India Private Limited.” The new entity was established on October 10, 2025, and carries an authorized and subscribed share capital of INR 200 million. NDR Auto Components holds a 50% stake in the JV, which will manufacture auto components such as ambient light, carpets, dash inners, rear shades, and tonner covers for OEMs in India and export markets. The JV is headquartered in Delhi and is classified a...

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month in 2024 according to the Avtoselkhozmash Holding release on October 13. The 1,006,428 new vehicles sold in the first nine months of 2025 represented a decrease of 25.1% over the same period in 2024. Passenger car sales in September 2025 represented a 18.2% decrease to 121,114 units from 2024, Light commercial vehicle sales represented a 15.7% decrease to 7,327 units, Pickups represented a 39.5% decrease to 1,664 units, Truck sales represent...

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he fiscal year that ends in March 2026 (FY2025). The Ministry will first create guidelines for metal roofs, which are in high demand as installation locations, and then expand installation locations from next fiscal year onwards in line with technological advances. Perovskite solar cells, which are lighter, can be folded, and can generate power with less light compared to conventional silicon-based solar cells, are expected to become popular as n...

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Röhm presents next-gen PLEXIGLAS solutions at K Trade Fair, Germany On October 7, Röhm announced that it is showcasing its PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate) brand at the K Trade Fair in Düsseldorf, Germany. The material stands out for its visual quality, durability, and recyclability. PLEXIGLAS, Röhm’s PMMA brand, has long influenced automotive design, especially in lighting. FORVIA HELLA uses it to produce a two-meter-long, two-kilogram light...

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Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority, UK, funds EV charging infrastructure On October 7, the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority announced that its board had given the green light for a major expansion of public electric vehicle charging across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough through a GBP 5.4 million allocation from the Government’s Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Capital Fund. It will support a minimum of...

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ams OSRAM presents OSIRE E3030 LED for automotive interior applications On October 8, ams OSRAM presented the OSIRE E3030 RGB LED. It delivers superior light output paired with precisely controllable color variety. It has a light output in the 0.5-watt range. It is resistant to vibration and temperature fluctuations, meeting established automotive standards. It is highly suitable for backlighting strongly absorbent decorative materials. It delive...

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hfares. Under Republic Act No. 11697, the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (EVIDA), all electrified vehicles are exempt from number coding for eight years. The DOE’s Electric Vehicle Recognition Guidelines classify different types of electrified vehicles, including BEVs, HEVs, PHEVs, and Light Electric Vehicles (LEVs), with recognized models listed on the Electric Vehicle Industry Portal. The Department continues to coordinate with gov...

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nd 1,594L with rear seat folded. The 2027 Bolt is Chevrolet’s first vehicle to offer a native NACS charging port, and is also vehicle-to-home (V2H) bidirectionally capable. The newly-designed interior features a new space-saving column shifter and available panoramic sunroof that provides natural light. A heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, and wireless phone charging are among available equipment. The MSRP of the launch L...

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FORVIA HELLA launches FlatLight technology as daytime running light for headlamps Hella GmbH & Co. KGaA (FORVIA HELLA) announced the first market launch of its FlatLight | µMX technology as a daytime running light for vehicle front applications, following the successful launch for rear applications in 2024. The technology is based on so-called micro-optics. For the front area, it integrates daytime running lights, indicators, and position lights...

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FORVIA HELLA supplies customized headlamps for VDL FUTURA 3 buses Hella GmbH & Co. KGaA (FORVIA HELLA) has secured another major order to supply its first fully customized headlamps to the new VDL Bus & Coach’s FUTURA 3 series, following its previous supply for the former VDL Futura 2 model. The FUTURA 3 bus will make its debut at Busworld 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. VDL is the first bus manufacturer to apply these advanced lighting modules for ...

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n (hereafter “Mitsubishi Fuso”) announced that the name of their new holding company will be “ARCHION.” The ARCHION Group is announcing the first areas of potential synergy initiatives: Integrated platform strategy: The companies will investigate how to synergize their heavy-, medium-, and light-duty vehicle platforms to enhance product competitiveness, improve cost efficiency, and enable faster product launches. Enhancing efficiency and...

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Brazilian vehicle sales up 2.9% to 243,230 units in September 2025 (ANFAVEA) The Associacao Nacional dos Fabricantes de Veiculos Automores (ANFAVEA) announced that Brazilian vehicle sales (including trucks and buses) increased 2.9% YOY to 243,230 units in September 2025. Vehicle sales in September consisted of 178,572 passenger cars; 52,906 light commercial vehicles; 9,798 trucks; and 1,954 buses. Among passenger vehicle sales by brand in the mon...

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