crease sales in the U.S. by 60% in the next five years, up from about 125,000 vehicles in 2024.  Volvo originally planned to build the XC90 in South Carolina in 2021 before pivoting to an all-electric strategy. Volvo Cars has invested USD 1.3 billion in the Ridgeville plant in the last decade. The body shop and paint shop have been renewed and expanded significantly. Having a production capacity of 150,000 vehicles annually, the plant produced o...

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56.2 km/l and equipped with Hero’s i3s (Idle Stop-Start System) and a one-way clutch for improved fuel efficiency and convenience. Its key features include a 785 mm long seat with integrated backrest, a wide and stable platform with 12-inch wheels (100/80 rear, 90/90 front), and three large metal body panels for added durability. The scooter comes with a projector LED headlamp, an analog-digital speedometer, a front glove box, and a 190 mm fron...

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STMicroelectronics joins FiRa board for UWB ecosystem and digital key adoption On September 22, STMicroelectronics announced that its General Manager of the Company’s Range and Connectivity Division has joined the board of directors of the FiRa Consortium, the industry body dedicated to advancing secured fine ranging and positioning ultra-wideband (UWB) technology. ST is actively driving the development of the IEEE 802.15.4ab amendment, buildin...

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Fescaro, Korea, and TUV Nord, Germany, partner for automotive cybersecurity On September 11, Fescaro signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with global certification body TÜV NORD for cooperation in automotive cybersecurity certification. It follows the MoU signed with the Korean branch in March. It will combine Fescaro's automotive cybersecurity technology with TUV Nord's certification expertise.  Under this MOU, the two companies will joi...

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ARAI & HPCL, India signs MoU for research in alternate fuels and sustainable mobility On September 18, 2025, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Heavy Industries, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) Green R&D Centre. The partnership will drive collaborative research on lubricants, coolants, fuels, additives, and new energy solution...

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AVTOVAZ, Russia begins shipments of LADA Iskra from Saint Petersburg plant On September 18, AVTOVAZ announced that LADA Iskra vehicles assembled at Avtozavod Saint Petersburg have started shipping to the company’s dealer network. Currently, LADA Iskra assembly kits are delivered to Avtozavod Saint Petersburg, including the painted body, powertrain, interior, chassis, and about 1,000 components in total. On the assembly line, workers install ins...

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TVS Motor, India launches King Deluxe Plus CNG three-wheeler in Tanzania On September 17, 2025, TVS Motor Company launched the King Deluxe Plus CNG three-wheeler in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, in collaboration with distributor Car & General. The  key features of the vehicle include a 5kg dual-fuel CNG tank, an 8-litre gasoline tank, a king-size driver seat, a strong chassis and body with heavy-duty pillars, and a sturdy, ergonomic design for safety...

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p, eliminating the need to build new damper parts. This reduces development time and allows for region-specific tuning as well as over-the-air updates. Its key advantage is a wide range of damping force, making it easy to switch between comfort and sport modes. MagneRide can also manage the car’s body and wheels separately. Based on BWI Group press release...

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chnology for in-depth integration of the industry’s thinnest bus-dedicated blade battery and the chassis frame. For intelligence, the e-Bus Platform 3.0 debuts a next-generation electronic and electrical architecture that efficiently integrates intelligentization with electrification, the DiSus-A body control system developed specifically for new energy buses, and a bus iTAC (Intelligent Torque Adaption Control) system. The e-Bus Platform 3.0-b...

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Klasse model BMW iX3 will officially begin in late October 2025 at the Debrecen plant, Hungary. The plant features numerous patented innovations and fully adheres to the BMW iFACTORY principles. With optimised workflows and shared tools across sites, the press shop delivers strong productivity. The body shop was digitally planned in advance, allowing nearly 1,000 robots to be placed for maximum efficiency. It will be BMW’s first plant to run en...

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ent has committed full support for timely project execution. The new plant will widen Pavna’s manufacturing footprint and produce multiple vehicle segment components. Pavna Industries Limited is a manufacturer of ignition switches, fuel tank caps, latches, auto locks, switches, oil pump, throttle body, fuel cocks, and casting components Based on Pavna Industries' press release...

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Yangwang Auto launches U8L Dingshi plug-in hybrid electric off-road SUV On September 12, Yangwang Auto, a BYD sub-brand, launched the U8L Dingshi plug-in hybrid electric off-road SUV priced at CNY 1,280,000. The U8L Dingshi measures 5,400mm long, 2,049mm wide, and 1,921mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,250mm. Equipped with the e4 Platform, the DiSus-P+ intelligent hydraulic body control system, a quad-motor intelligent 4WD layout, a 2.0T high-power ...

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ober 20. Wentzville Mayor Nick Guccione said on September 15 that he had heard the issue is a parts shortage, but has not heard from the company which parts were affected. The shutdown and resultant layoffs will affect most workers on all three shifts at the Wentzville plant, with some stamping and body shop functions continuing. The Wentzville plant builds the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon pickups and Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-si...

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Long Bus Company. BasiGo has partnered with King Long and Kenya Vehicle Manufacturers (KVM) to scale up the local production of the KL-9 to meet Kenya’s high demand for electric buses. The KL-9 carries 54 passengers, drives up to 400 km of daily operation, recharges in 2 hours, and features a new body design tailored to the needs of Kenya’s public transport system. The KL-9 is also powered by a next-generation battery from CATL. With the laun...

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r operations in Guanajuato with new investments. Mubea inaugurated a USD 60 million plant dedicated to precision steel tubes, creating 200 jobs, and reinforcing its supply to GM, Stellantis, Ford, and Tesla. Meanwhile, Hella invested USD 15.4 million in Apaseo el Grande for a new facility producing body control units, electronic power steering systems, and remote keys, adding 123 jobs. Together, Hella’s total investment in the region now reache...

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number of parts and simplifying the assembly process by 30% and increasing the efficiency to 97%.  Serial production of the IED is carried out by Rosatom State Corporation in the city of Gryazi (Lipetsk Region) in two stages. First, large-unit assembly of the IED, followed by localization of cast body parts, testing, software loading, and creation of a competence center. At the second stage, it is planned to localize the components of the main ...

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Nexperia, Netherlands launches first MLPAK MOSFET range for next-gen vehicle architectures On September 11, Nexperia launched its first range of 40–100 V automotive MOSFETs in micro-lead packages, aimed at applications i.e., body control, infotainment, reverse battery protection, and LED lighting. The launch includes 19 devices in MLPAK33-WF and the company’s first 40 V device in MLPAK56-WF. Both feature wettable flanks for reliable solder in...

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SC), and pedestrian protection as standard features, while advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are available as options. The vehicle’s structure and the footwell were both rated “stable” and judged capable of withstanding further loading. In every crash test scenario, all adult occupant body regions demonstrated adequate to good protection, including in-side and pole impacts. The Victoris has three-point belts at every seat and provid...

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IAA Mobility 2025: Desay SV exhibits multiple innovative products At the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany, Huizhou Desay SV Automotive Co., Ltd. (Desay SV) exhibited a range of innovative products, such as the G10PH 5th-generation intelligent cockpit platform, the iBCM 2.0 body domain controller, a 48.2-inch remote display, dual 15.6-inch mini-LED Local Dimming displays, a 3D augmented reality head-up display, and full-stack ADAS solutions.At...

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Audi opens pre-sales for third generation Q5 in Brazil On September 12, Audi announced the start of pre-sales for the third generation of the Q5 in SUV and Sportback body styles in Brazil. The Q5 Advanced quattro is powered by the updated EA 888 2.0 TFSI evo5 engine, producing 272 hp and 400 Nm of torque. It is paired with a seven-speed S Tronic transmission and quattro ultra-all-wheel drive, offering improved efficiency and dynamic handling. The...

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