GM offers more adapters amid switch to NACS On August 28, GM announced that as its EVs begin transitioning to the NACS standard starting with the 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ and OPTIQ-V and continuing with the coming 2027 Chevrolet Bolt, GM’s suite of adapters will provide a convenient, flexible way to connect current GM EVs to a charging station, whether at home or on the road. No matter which vehicle customers drive, GM EV owners will have access to ...

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ties in Sanand. The G1 facility, launched on August 28, 2025, has a peak capacity of 0.5 million units per day and is equipped for chip assembly, packaging, testing, and post-test services. Its customer qualification runs will begin after the inauguration, and commercial production is scheduled for 2026. A second facility, G2, is under construction 3 kilometers from G1 and is expected to be ready by the end of 2026. G2 will have a planned capacit...

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also acquire 100% of Yutaka Autoparts India Private Limited from YGCL, and an 11% stake in Shinnichi Kogyo Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of YGCL, from Honda. The acquisition, subject to several regulatory and anti-trust approvals in Japan, the US, China, Brazil, and Mexico, is expected to close by Q1 FY 2026-27. Yutaka Giken operates 13 manufacturing plants and one R&D center across nine countries. Based on Samvardhana Motherson's stock exchange notif...

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its board had approved the acquisition of the remaining 20% stake in Youngshin Motherson Auto Tech Limited (YMAT) from Youngshin Components Co., Ltd., Korea. The transaction, valued at INR 65.4 million, will make YMAT a wholly owned subsidiary of SAMIL upon completion, expected by the end of Q3 FY 2026. YMAT, established in 2017 and engaged in the manufacturing and assembly of auto clutch products for passenger vehicle HVAC systems. The buyout w...

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EXEED to introduce EXEED EXLANTIX E02 SUV in Russia in 2026 On August 28, EXEED announced that it will introduce the flagship SUV EXEED EXLANTIX E02 in Russia in 2026. The dimensions are 5,171 mm x 1,986 mm x 1,801 mm. It will have a wheelbase of 3,100 mm. The model is equipped with a sequential hybrid power plant. Two electric motors, a 1.5-liter turbo engine, and a generator. It has a 30-inch central control screen for the entertainment system ...

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umber of CATL battery swapping stations in the city will exceed 30 by the end of 2025, covering core areas with 10-minute swapping services. By the end of the year, CATL will build over 140 battery swapping stations in Jiangsu major cities such as Nanjing, Wuxi, Suzhou, and Changzhou. By the end of 2026, a total of more than 300 CATL battery swapping stations will cover all Jiangsu prefecture-level cities. (From a CATL press release dated August ...

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course is Japan’s first dedicated autonomous driving test course established by a commercial vehicle manufacturer. It is designed to accommodate large-class vehicles, including long, heavy vehicles such as articulated buses and truck trailers. Partial use of the course will begin in the summer of 2026, with full-scale operations slated for September 2027. Looking ahead, Isuzu intends to open the test course to companies and organizations outsid...

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tem with low-speed 4x4 lock. Famly expects to sell around 20 units per month through the end of 2025 and confirmed that a T1 Hybrid is also planned, supported by participation in Argentina’s duty-free quota program.  Jetour currently operates 14 dealerships and aims to expand to 24 by the end of 2026. The brand will also launch two additional models this year, expanding its local lineup to six vehicles. (Motor1 Argentina on August 26, 2025)...

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Mexico reported to raise tariffs on Chinese imports following U.S. push Mexico's government is set to raise tariffs on Chinese imports, including cars, textiles and plastics, as part of its 2026 budget proposal in September, Bloomberg News reported on August 28, citing three people briefed on the matter. The initiative seeks both to shield local manufacturers from subsidized Chinese goods and to respond to demands from U.S. President Donald Trump...

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d real-time visibility into autonomous operations.  "Our partnership with McLeod marks a key next step in delivering a premium, customer-centric product and service," said Ossa Fisher, President at Aurora. With beta testing currently underway, McLeod plans to offer this feature to its customers in 2026.  (Aurora press release on August 28, 2025)...

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ology in the next year through its recent acquisition of Resilient Power Systems Inc. to support DC applications in the EV market and beyond. The ChargePoint Express Grid solutions, powered by Eaton, are available to order in North America and Europe, with deliveries beginning in the second half of 2026.  (ChargePoint release on August 28, 2025)...

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with the SODA SDV Framework and Applications Library. The Autoware Foundation is a non-profit organization supporting open-source projects enabling self-driving mobility. Looking ahead, SODA.Auto aims to deliver a first proof-of-concept (PoC) of this development, with a target to showcase it at CES 2026, while also engaging in joint marketing and go-to-market activities to raise awareness with automotive players. The SODA.Auto has expressed inter...

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navia’s largest public transport operator, to deliver 180 zero-emission Solaris Urbino electric buses to Malmö. The company will deliver 180 Solaris Urbino electric buses in four sizes (12, 15, 18, and 24 meters) to Malmö, serving both city and suburban routes. The deliveries are scheduled for 2026–2027. The new order includes 78 articulated Solaris Urbino 18 electric buses with a battery capacity of 600 kWh, 36 Solaris Urbino 24 electr...

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Garrett Motion’s twin GT2054 turbochargers power new 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack Garrett Motion Inc. (Garrett Motion) announced that its twin GT2054 turbochargers are featured on the new 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack, which is equipped with the turbocharged SIXPACK high-output (H.O.) engine. The twin GT2054 turbochargers feature a 54 mm low-inertia, high-flow architecture, deliver up to 30 psi of peak boost pressure, and offer instant throttle ...

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at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 (press days: October 29 – 30, public days: October 31 – November 9, 2025). The company also unveiled some of the models that will be included in the exhibit. The automotive exhibit will include Honda 0 Series EV models, scheduled for global market introduction in 2026. It includes Japan premiere of Honda 0 Saloon Prototype, the flagship model of the series and Honda 0 SUV Prototype the prototype of a mid-size E...

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home, at the office, or elsewhere, where the van delivers fast charging of up to 120 kW. First launched as a pilot in Penang in 2024, the service has since expanded to the Klang Valley, supported by three mobile charging vans. Mercedes-Benz Malaysia confirmed that Johor Bahru will be added in early 2026, with coverage extended across Peninsular Malaysia by H2 2026. (From an article of Paul Tan on August 27, 2025)...

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Mitsubishi Motors revises 2025 consolidated financial outlook downward On August 27, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (Mitsubishi Motors) announced that it will lower its financial outlook for the fiscal year that ends in March 2026 (FY 2025), taking into account the impact of additional tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. Compared to its previous outlook figures, the company has reduced the sales figure by JPY 90 billion to JPY 2.86 trilli...

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Ford to recall 355,656 trucks in U.S. over instrument panel issue On August 26, Ford Motor Company announced it is recalling 355,656 trucks in the U.S over an issue with the instrument panel display in Ford 2025-2026 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, and F-250 SD pickup models, and the 2025 F-150. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said that a blank instrument panel cluster (IPC) screen upon startup may render safety-rela...

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come from international markets that could be fulfilled out of Oakville. This includes the Middle East, Australia, South America. From a market demand standpoint, we feel really good about it,” Kumar added. The Ford Super Duty will be produced at the Oakville Assembly plant in Canada starting in 2026, joining the Kentucky Truck plant and the Ohio Assembly plant. This addition is expected to result in an output of up to 100,000 units annually. ...

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Ashok Leyland, India updates about product launch plans for FY 2026, share plant updates On August 14, Ashok Leyland announced in an investor update of Q1 FY 2026 that it plans to launch a range of new products in the current year, including 280, 320, and 360-horsepower tippers, tractor-trailers, and multi-axle vehicles. It is also preparing to introduce offerings in the LNG segment, an upgraded 13.5-meter bus, a new 15-meter bus, bi-fuel light c...

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