BMW Group starts “Energy Master” pre-series production at Landshut plant On May 21, BMW Group announced the start of pre-series production of “Energy Master”, a key control unit for its hydrogen drivetrain at its Landshut plant in Germany, marking a new step in its hydrogen mobility strategy. The component will be used in the upcoming BMW iX5 Hydrogen and serves as the central control unit of the high-voltage system, managing energy and d...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/22

BMW unveils Vision BMW ALPINA concept at Villa d’Este 2026, Italy On May 15, BMW revealed the Vision BMW ALPINA at the 2026 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, Italy. It’s a concept car powered by V8 engine, tuned to deliver the classic Alpina sound. Exterior, it is 5.2 meters long, and the sloping coupé roof suggests both speed and enough space for four adults to travel comfortably. The front has a bold but clean look, and the signature ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/18

Toyota launches all-new Land Cruiser FJ in Japan On May 14, Toyota Motor announced the launch of all-new Land Cruiser FJ compact off-road SUV in Japan.Based on the concept of "Freedom & Joy”, the all-new FJ joins the existing Land Cruiser lineup including the flagship 300, the heavy-duty 70, and the core light-duty 250. The vehicle dimensions are 4,575mm in length, 1,855mm in width, 1,960mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2,580mm. Compared to the...

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en technologies change, we must think holistically by integrating supply chains, industrial policy, and geopolitical stability. Regionalization can strengthen Europe’s resilience and value creation—but only if it is embedded in a long term, reliable political order. Schaeffler’s Core Message Q5. With which key message does Schaeffler want to position itself at this year’s Vienna Motor Symposium? A5. Our central message is clear: Schaeffl...

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Auto China 2026: JAC Group showcases flagship product lineup; launches industry’s first CV inspection large model On April 26, JAC Group participated in Auto China 2026 under the theme “Tech-driven JAC, Smartly Connected Global”, showcasing its major product lineup including the MAEXTRO S800, DEFINE-X concept vehicle, DEFINE-S concept vehicle, Refine RF8 Yuexiang series, and Hunter PHEV. The company also presented key technology exhibits su...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

Honda reportedly ends CAD 15 billion EV factory plans in Canada On May 5, Nikkei Asia and multiple sources reported that Honda has decided to shelve its planned CAD 15 billion (USD 11 billion) EV and battery manufacturing hub in Ontario, Canada, due to slow demand to put hybrids at the center of its North American strategy. The Honda plant was slated to begin operating as early as 2028. When Honda announced the Alliston, Ontario project in April ...

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VIO will deliver CoSmA as a fully integrated end-to-end solution from a single source, including in-vehicle hardware and software, mobile device connectivity, and cloud backend and centralized key management. The technology will be gradually integrated into the automaker’s vehicles, starting with series launch in 2028 and expanding across most vehicle platforms by mid-2029. CoSmA enables hands-free unlocking and starting of the vehicle via smar...

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ACT Expo 2026: Hino Trucks introduces Le Series medium-duty BEV truck On May 4, Hino Trucks introduced the all-new Le Series battery electric vehicle (BEV) at ACT Expo 2026, available in both 25,950 lbs. (L6e) and 33,000 lbs. (L7e) GVWR configurations. Production is scheduled to begin in Q3 2026. “Introducing the Le Series is an important step in our efforts to reduce environmental impact and support our customers’ sustainability goals,” sa...

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Ford Q1 operating profit up 630% to USD 2.3 billion with tariff refund benefit On April 29, Ford Motor Company announced that its first-quarter revenue was USD 43.3 billion, a 6.4% increase from a year ago. Net income was up 441.0% to USD 2.5 billion, operating income was up 630.1% to USD 2.3 billion, and adjusted EBIT was up 242.3% to USD 3.5 billion. The results include a USD 1.3 billion one-time IEEPA tariff benefit reflecting what Ford paid b...

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Auto China 2026: Leapmotor presents its full lineup and launches Lafa5 Ultra all-electric hatchback On April 24, Leapmotor announced that it will showcase its full product lineup consisting of the A, B, C and D-series models at the Auto China 2026. The vehicles on display belong to multiple segments, including sedan, SUV and MPV, with battery electric and extended-range powertrain types both available. Additionally, the new all-electric hatchback...

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Auto China 2026: Chery Group presents 57 models, with multiple concept cars making their debut On April 24, Chery Group announced that it will showcase 57 models under its domestic and international brands as well as 31 exhibits featuring cutting-edge technologies at the Auto China 2026. The Chery brand displayed a total of 16 models with powertrain types covering ICE, hybrid, extended-range and battery electric configurations, while the concept ...

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Auto China 2026: BYD unveiled two new Ocean-series flagship models, Seal 08 and Sealion 08; Ocean-V concept car makes global debut On April 27, BYD announced that its new flagship sedan, the Seal 08, and flagship SUV, the Sealion 08, were showcased at Auto China 2026 under the Ocean-series. At the same time, the Ocean-V concept car made its global debut. Both the Seal 08 and Sealion 08 adopt the Ocean Aesthetics 2.0 design language. The Sealion 0...

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Auto China 2026: Fang Cheng Bao debuts new “Formula” sedan and sports car series globally On April 24, Fang Cheng Bao, a BYD sub-brand, announced the official launch of its all-new “Formula” series at Auto China 2026, featuring the “Life Metal Aesthetics” design across the entire lineup. The production sedan “Formula S” series and the concept sports car “Formula X” made their global debut. The “Formula S” series is positio...

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Dongfeng Motor announced that it is showcasing 26 products, 13 technology exhibits, and one new concept vehicle at Auto China 2026, and officially released its “DF Advance 2030” plan. The 2030 plan can be summarized as “13343”: “1” refers to one goal: by 2030, Dongfeng aims to achieve 5 million units in global sales, with NEV sales accounting for over 70%, overseas sales targeting 40%, and R&D investment maintained above 7%. The fir...

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Auto China 2026: Lynk & Co GT concept makes global debut; Lynk & Co 10+ and 10 open for pre-sale On April 24, Lynk & Co showcased its full product lineup at Auto China 2026. As part of its 10th anniversary celebration, Lynk & Co unveiled the GT concept sports car “Time to Shine”. At the same time, Lynk & Co opened pre-sales for its first “+” series new energy model, the Lynk & Co 10+, along with the Lynk & Co 10, with pre-sale prices star...

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China 2026. The partnership evolves from previous technical collaboration in "Three Intelligences" (intelligent manufacturing, assisted driving, and intelligent cockpit) toward a more in-depth cooperation. The scope of jointly developed models has expanded from the Huajing S to the broader Huajing series, with more new models equipped with Huawei Qiankun intelligent automotive solutions to be introduced in the future. Under this upgraded strateg...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/28

e growing presence of Chinese manufacturers in Europe, and the competitiveness of European OEMs to AI implementation, regulation, the evolving role of Tier 1 suppliers, and the trends worth watching in the years ahead. This article is the first of a two-part interview. It covers Questions 1 through 5 of our Q&A with CAR. For the second part, please see here. Q1. European OEMs are pursuing an "In China, for China" strategy. It has been pointed ou...

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026. Jetour International officially unveiled its "Travel+" strategy and its dual brands Jetour and Soueast made their first joint appearance. Soueast showcased models, including the S08 DM and concept S10 DM. The S08 DM is a "7-Seat Urban Comfort SUV," With a 2.82m wheelbase. Soueast will launch a series of SUV-B products in the global market this year. Under the "Travel+" strategy, Soueast collaborates with Jetour on global R&D, core platforms,...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/27

Auto China 2026: BMW announces world premieres of iX3 Long Wheelbase, i3 Long Wheelbase, and new BMW 7 Series On April 24, BMW Group announced that its exhibition stand at Auto China 2026 is dedicated entirely to the Neue Klasse. BMW also announced world premieres of the new BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase, the new BMW i3 Long Wheelbase, and the new BMW 7 Series featuring Neue Klasse technologies. The exhibition stand showcases a total of 42 vehicles, inc...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

BMW announces world premiere of new 7 Series Sedan On April 22, BMW announced the world premiere of the new BMW 7 Series Sedan, described as the most extensive model update in the history of the nameplate. The new 7 Series measures 5,395 mm long, 1,950 mm wide, and 1,550 mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,215 mm. The powertrain portfolio includes 48V mild-hybrid combustion engines, plug-in hybrids and fully electric variants equipped with sixth-gener...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/23