BYD names two new Ocean-series flagship vehicle models “Sealion 08”, “Seal 08” According to multiple press releases dated December 16, BYD recently held the Ocean Day event for the 4th anniversary of its Ocean lineup, where two new Ocean-series vehicle models, namely, the Seal 08 flagship sedan and the Sealion 08 flagship SUV, were unveiled. Both models will be launched in Q1 2026. The two vehicle models derive exterior designs from the O...

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Oben Electric, India raises INR 850 million pre Series B funding On December 18, Oben Electric raised INR 850 million in a pre‑Series B funding round from several Indian American family offices, along with existing investors, taking its total funding to INR 2.85 billion. The company plans to use the new capital to expand its national retail footprint, increase brand visibility, and accelerate new product development and launches.  The electric...

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TDK starts mass production of automotive compact power inductor TDK Corporation (TDK) announced that it has developed the compact “BCL3520FT Series” power inductor for automotive power circuits, and started mass production in December. The new power inductor, having an extremely compact dimension of 3.3 mm x 3.5 mm x 2 mm, realizes the industry’s highest level of direct current resistance and a 10-ampere rated current. With an upper guarant...

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Green NCAP conducts real-world testing of BYD Sealion 7, CUPRA Born, BMW 5 Series and X2 On December 16, Green NCAP tested the electric BYD Sealion 7 and CUPRA Born, along with gasoline powered BMW 5 Series and X2. The tests show that cold weather affects both electric and conventional vehicles, though in different ways. In overall sustainability results, BYD Sealion 7 achieved 4-star rating with a score of 73%, while the CUPRA Born performed eve...

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[JMS 2025 Exclusive Interview] NHK Spring Responding to the Age of Automotive Electrification by Delivering Motor Cores and Thermal Management Products The Japan Mobility Show (JMS) was held from October 29, 2025. During the show, MarkLines conducted exclusive interviews with several companies. Marklines interviewed the President and COO of NHK Spring Mr. Kazuhisa Uemura. The theme of the company’s booth was "Crafting the Future with Pride". A...

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China’s November vehicle production, sales volumes increase by 2.8% y/y, 3.4% y/y, respectively On December 11, the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) announced China’s vehicle production and sales results for November 2025. According to the CAAM, the November production and sales performance remained good, both achieving year-over-year (y/y) growth despite the relatively high base in the same period in 2024. Amid a series o...

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GlobalData blog: What is the current state of the BEV market in Europe? A year has passed since I wrote my blog on the Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) slowdown in the EU. The situation at that time could be wrapped up by the old caption: “Instead of a boom, we are witnessing a series of closures, cancelations, anxiety, and a whole lot of uncertainty!”. However, since then, circumstances have improved in many respects, and most OEMs have respon...

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U.S. auto sales down 6.7% in November as EV demand weakens Note: Some figures were updated on December 9. The number of new vehicles sold in the U.S. in November 2025 (preliminary figures including estimates for GM/Stellantis/Tesla, etc.), aggregated by MarkLines as of December 3, was 1,274,624 units, down 6.7% y/y. There were 25 selling days, one fewer than a year earlier. Light vehicle seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) for November was 15....

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Thai Motor Expo 2025: Honda unveils new CR-V e:HEV, HuNT Series, and STEP WGN e:HEV Announced on November 28, 2025, Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd. took part in the 42nd Thailand International Motor Expo, with a highlight being the price announcement of the new CR-V e:HEV, now offered as a full-hybrid lineup across all variants. The model features enhanced usability and upgraded standard equipment, with prices starting from THB 1,399,000. T...

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CUPRA begins pre-series testing of Raval ahead of 2026 global launch On November 28, CUPRA announced it has initiated pre-series testing of camouflage wrap CUPRA Raval. The compact model is 4,046mm x 1,784mm x 1,518 mm (LxWxH) with wheelbase of 2,600 mm. Raval combines bold design, strong electric performance, and unique features aimed at a new generation of EV drivers. The model is built on Volkswagen’s MEB+ platform with front-wheel drive. Th...

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Auto Guangzhou 2025: Cadillac exhibits Vistiq electric SUV On November 21, at the Auto Guangzhou 2025 motor show (exhibition period: November 21-30), Cadillac exhibited vehicle models including the Vistiq large luxury battery electric SUV. The Vistiq is equipped with an in-cabin hidden LiDAR, the Nvidia Drive AGX automotive computing platform, a one-stage end-to-end large model developed with Momenta, and a driver monitoring system. Also showcase...

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Auto Guangzhou 2025: Mercedes-Benz makes Chinese debut of AMG GT XX concept vehicle On November 21, at the Auto Guangzhou 2025 motor show (exhibition period: November 21-30), Mercedes-Benz made the Chinese debut of the AMG GT XX concept vehicle. The AMG GT XX, a battery electric vehicle model derived from F1 drive technology, features three axial flux motors to deliver a peak power exceeding 1,000kW (1,360Ps) and a top speed exceeding 360km/h. Th...

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Audi announces major hardware and software upgrades across PPE and PPC models for 2025 On November 26, Audi announced that its models on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) and Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) will receive a comprehensive hardware and software update at the start of the new model year. These upgrades will be offered on the A5, A6, Q5, A6 e-tron, and Q6 e-tron series. The updates include new headlights, improved driver-assistance...

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Auto Guangzhou 2025: Chery iCAR makes Chinese debut of V27 range-extended electric SUV On November 21, at the Auto Guangzhou 2025 motor show (exhibition period: November 21-30), iCAR, a Chery sub-brand, made the Chinese debut of the V27 flagship range-extended electric SUV, the latest V-series flagship vehicle model scheduled for launch in Q1 2026. Positioned as an intelligent hardcore 5-seater SUV, the V27 measures 4,909mm or 5,055mm long, 1,976...

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CALB presents versatile battery lineups at 2025 CCVS At the 2025 China Commercial Vehicles Show (CCVS) in Wuhan, CALB Group Co., Ltd. (CALB) presented battery lineups covering various commercial vehicle scenarios. The exhibits included the HL series for short-haul transportation in closed areas, which, with a capacity of 120-600kWh, comes with a four-branch framework architecture to support 800kWh. The energy density stands at 167Wh/kg.The Zhiyu...

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Euro NCAP tests 23 new models ahead of 2026 standards On November 19, Euro NCAP tested 23 new car models ahead of its updated 2026 testing standards. These include everything from electric SUVs to luxury coupés and family cars. Out of the 23 vehicles, 18 of the models earned a 5-star rating. Although many cars now achieve 5 stars, the real difference comes from the percentage scores in each of Euro NCAP’s four safety categories. These measures...

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Hyundai Vietnam announces sales of 5,260 vehicles in October 2025 (down 31.1% YoY) On November 15, 2025, Thanh Cong Group (TC Group) reported that Hyundai’s total sales in Vietnam reached 5,260 vehicles in October 2025, marking a 22.4% increase from September but a 31.1% decline YoY. The Hyundai Creta was the best-selling model in October, with 1,022 units sold, followed by the Hyundai Tucson with 929 units. The Hyundai Accent ranked third, wit...

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Pakistan Auto Show 2025 (PAPS) opens with major debuts across hybrid, electric, and commercial vehicles On November 13, the Pakistan Auto Show 2025 in Karachi hosted several new vehicle launches from automakers. Suzuki Pakistan introduced the Fronx XUV, its first locally assembled hybrid SUV for the domestic market. The Fronx combines Suzuki’s 1.5L K-Series gasoline hybrid engine, six airbags, ABS with ESP, and a 9-inch touchscreen infotainmen...

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Harbinger raises USD160 million as FedEx places order for 53 EV delivery vans On November 13, Harbinger, a California-based manufacturer of medium-duty electric and hybrid vehicles, announced it has raised USD 160 million in a Series C funding round co-led by FedEx, Capricorn's Technology Impact Fund, and RV manufacturer THOR Industries.  The round also featured major participation from Ridgeline, a longtime Harbinger investor backed by FedEx. A...

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Daimler Truck begins second test phase for Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Fuel-Cell trucks with new industry partners On November 13, Daimler Truck announced that it is starting the second test phase for Mercedes-Benz GenH2 fuel-cell trucks with 5 new partner companies i.e. Hornbach, Reber Logistik, Teva Germany (ratiopharm), Rhenus, and DHL Supply Chain. The aim is to test the trucks in different industries and real-world situations, and to use the results...

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