GlobalData blog: The changing landscape of European bodystyles The simultaneous rise of SUVs and decline of Hatchbacks indicates that consumers are increasingly favoring vehicles that provide more space and versatility. According to GlobalData’s bodystyle analysis, SUVs are estimated to account for 58% of Passenger Vehicles (PVs) in Western Europe by the end of 2025, up from 37% in 2020. This shift in consumer preference has allowed the SUV seg...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

GWM launches P300 LS range in South Africa On July 25, GWM South Africa launched the new GWM P300 LS range, replacing the previous P-Series Black Edition LS. The pricing of the new LS model range starts from ZAR 529,900, while the 4x4 version is priced at ZAR 579,900. The new P300 LS is equipped with a 2.4-litre turbo diesel engine paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission that produces 135 kW of power and 480 Nm of torque. The vehicle also fe...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

MG Motor to supply 5,000 vehicles to service provider FINN, Germany On July 17, MG Motor collaborated with mobility service provider FINN. As part of the agreement, MG Motor will supply 5,000 additional vehicles to FINN in 2025. The partnership will allow FINN to offer its customers nearly the entire MG Motor lineup, including models like the MG4 Electric, MG5 EV, MG HS, MG ZS, and MG3 series, as a flexible alternative to traditional car ownersh...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

marks Daihatsu’s first hybrid offering in the Indonesian market. The model will be fully imported from the Shiga (Ryuo) Plant in Japan and will comply with all local regulatory standards. Launched in Japan in 2021, the hybrid Rocky is powered by Daihatsu’s e-SMART HYBRID system, which adopts a series configuration in which electricity generated by the engine is used to drive the motor. It features a front-wheel-drive (FF) layout and combines...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

Polytron opens G3 Series EV assembly in Purwakarta, Indonesia ahead of GIIAS 2025 Announced on July 18, 2025, Polytron celebrated the grand opening of its first G3 and G3+ electric vehicle assembly line at PT Handal Indonesia Motor (HIM)'s facility in Purwakarta, West Java. Production is reportedly still in Semi Knocked-Down (SKD) form. Both models will be showcased at the GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS 2025), taking place from...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/22

Nexperia, Netherlands, presents new MJD-style BJTs in clip-bonded FlatPower packaging On July 16, Nexperia announced the expansion of its bipolar junction transistor (BJTs) portfolio by introducing 12 new MJD-style BJTs in clip-bonded FlatPower (CFP15B) packaging. This new offering, released as the MJPE-series, addresses the ongoing industry demand for more power-efficient and cost-effective designs in both industrial and automotive applications....

News  Updated at: 2025/07/18

Cummins launches 3rd-gen technology platform for F-series engines Cummins launched the 3rd-generation technology platform for F-series engines in Beijing. The F series is the world’s first Cummins light-duty engine series, with 2 million units supplied to global customers. The newly launched platform has the following features. It adopts a 2,000-bar ultra-high-pressure common rail fuel system, which, in conjunction with four-valve vertical cent...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

Infineon presents third generation of XENSIV 3D magnetic Hall-effect sensor family On July 11, Infineon presented the third generation of the XENSIV 3D magnetic Hall-effect sensor family, comprising three product series: TLE493D-W3B6-Bx, TLE493D-P3B6, and TLE493D-P3I8. In automotive applications, they enable control in the interior and under the hood, leveraging three-dimensional measurement functions and high-temperature resistance.  They are w...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

ods and new technologies. These include a zero-defect strategy, digital production simulations for training, and AI to improve logistics. Every production step is closely monitored and recorded to ensure quality and allow constant improvements. The largest Gen6 pilot plant is in Parsdorf, with over 350 employees building prototypes since 2023. Since mid-2024, some batteries from Parsdorf have been sent to the Debrecen plant for test vehicles. The...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/09

BMW Group India sold 7,774 passenger vehicles in H1 2025 On July 3, BMW Group India reported that it sold 7,774 BMW and MINI vehicles, along with 2,569 motorcycles under BMW Motorrad during the January–June 2025 period. BMW accounted for 7,477 units and MINI for 297 units. The electric vehicle (EV) sales stood at 1,322 units, marking a 234% yoy increase over the same period last year. EVs now account for 18% of BMW Group India’s total passeng...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

Calterah, China expands operations in Europe, opens office in Germany On July 3, Calterah Semiconductor announced a new office in Munich to enhance on-site engineering support and address the needs of European OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers in the automotive sector. Calterah has already cooperated with several European Tier-1 players, with radar chips supplied for different vehicle models. The Munich subsidiary aims to further intensify development pa...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

Ford introduces AWD E-Transit Custom in EU for enhanced capability On July 3, Ford announced it is introducing a new high-capability all-wheel drive (AWD) model into its electric E-Transit Custom van line-up in the EU, suiting customers requiring enhanced traction, such as businesses in the Nordic, Alpine and Highlands regions or leisure vehicle users. Ford engineers created the advanced AWD system for the E-Transit Custom by developing the exist...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

Ford Q2 sales rise 14.2%, U.S. market share up on truck, hybrid, SUV strength On July 1, Ford Motor Company announced it has accelerated well ahead of the U.S. industry in Q2 2025. Q2 2025 results:    •    Total U.S. sales: 612,095 (+14.2% from Q2 2024)   •    Market share: estimated 14.3% (+1.8 ppts quarter over quarter)   •    Total pickups (F-Series, Ranger, Maverick): 288,564 (+15.1%)   •    F-Series sales clim...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

Comau unveils new smart automation solutions at Automatica 2025, Germany On June 24, Comau unveiled its wide range of new products aimed at making automation smarter, more mobile, and easier to use for all industries at Automatica 2025 from June 24–27 in Munich. MyCo series of six lightweight collaborative robots: designed to work safely with humans, they offer payloads from 3 kg to 15 kg and are ideal for businesses of any size, regardless of...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/27

ction, this concept is a test vehicle designed to push driving technology to its limits. It showcases the "Heart of Joy" tech, which will debut in the Neue Klasse production model later in 2025. BMW Vision Neue Klasse X previews a future electric SUV, blending a clean new design with the familiar X-series look. The BMW Vision Neue Klasse saloon will also be shown at the BMW stand. The new BMW M2 CS will appear for the first time in the UK, taking...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

Chuo Spring to develop low-end ODDS stabilizer Chuo Spring Co., Ltd. (Chuo Spring) will increase the product lineup of its “ODDS (on-demand disconnectable stabilizer)”, which features both driving stability and rough-terrain performance. In addition to the high-end type used on the vehicle front side of Toyota Motor Corporation’s 250 Series Land Cruiser SUV, the company will develop a low-price type with a simpler structure. It aims to fost...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

Helm.ai releases Level 3 urban perception system On June 19, Honda-backed Helm.ai, a California-based provider of advanced AI software for high-end ADAS, autonomous driving, and robotics automation, announced Helm.ai Vision, a production-grade urban perception system designed for Level 2+ and Level 3 autonomous driving in mass-market vehicles.  Built using Helm.ai’s proprietary Deep Teaching technology, Helm.ai Vision delivers advanced surroun...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/21

Innoviz, Israel to supply advanced LiDAR units for L3 global-production vehicle platform On June 17, Innoviz Technologies Ltd. signed a Statement of Development Work (SoDW) agreement with a Top 5 passenger automotive manufacturer. Through this SoDW, Innoviz will supply advanced LiDAR units for the OEM's L3 highly automated series production program, with a target SOP of 2027. It will support the lead-up to a data collection campaign and future se...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

MAN Truck & Bus starts full-scale production of electric trucks On June 16, MAN Truck & Bus started the series production of its electric trucks—marking a major step toward its goal of being carbon dioxide neutral by 2050. The trucks are built on the same line as diesel models, improving flexibility and efficiency at Munich plant. MAN has invested nearly EUR 400 million in R&D to add battery-electric versions to its existing truck range. Around...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/17

ti-path product lineup including the following content. -          The next-generation Highlander and Sienna will be available in range-extended electric (REEV) variants, with competitive high-performance plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) variants under development. -          The bZ series will be further expanded, and solid-state batteries will reach mass production and be equipped in GAC Toyota models as soon as possible. -  ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/17