Yazaki installs solar carport in Shizuoka Prefecture Yazaki Corporation (Yazaki, Minato Ward, Tokyo) announced that it has installed a 3.8-megawatt solar carport, one of the largest in Japan, at its Monozukuri Center in Makinohara City, Shizuoka Prefecture. The company will expand the range of its intra-group power purchase agreement (PPA) and formally start activities to realize carbon neutrality (zero greenhouse gas emission) in 2050. Techno Ya...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/15

GAC launches M8 PHEV MPV in Thailand On August 8, 2025, AION Automobile Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd. officially launched the GAC M8 PHEV, a 7-seat luxury plug-in hybrid MPV, in Thailand. Prices start at THB 2,499,000. The M8 PHEV comes with the 2.0T engine that delivers power of 140 kW and 330 Nm of torque, paired with 134 kW electric motor. Power is transmitted through GAC’s GMC400 hybrid transmission. This MPV provides a WLTC combined driving r...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/14

ZF Group secures orders for high-tech automotive test systems in India On August 7, ZF Group secured three major orders for advanced automotive test systems in India. Among these, ZF will supply India’s first 440kW differential unit test bench equipped with a direct shaft connection to the Device Under Test (DUT), eliminating the losses associated with intermediate gearboxes or chain systems. The system features a 3E dyno configuration and a mo...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/07

Toyota Tsusho aiming to triple sales in Africa in 10 years Toyota Tsusho Corporation (Toyota Tsusho) plans to achieve a 3-fold increase in sales of its main Africa-related business from the current JPY 1.6 trillion (fiscal year ended March 31, 2025) to JPY 4.5 trillion in 10 years. Toyota Tsusho’s Africa-related business currently focuses on the field of mobility, such as knockdown (KD) vehicle production and automobile sales, but in addition t...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/07

Australian new vehicle sales increase 3.6% in July On August 5, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries announced that new vehicle registrations of 103,097 units in July 2025 represented an increase of 3.6% over the last July. New vehicle sales of 711,908 units in the first seven months of the year represented a 2.7% decrease YoY. Passenger car sales of 13,946 units in July represented a 19.3% decrease from the same period in 2024, SUV sales...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/05

Varroc Engineering, India forms ICE powertrain group, unveils three-year tech roadmap In its annual report for FY 2024-25, Varroc Engineering announced the formation of its ICE powertrain group, integrating expertise across starter motors, integrated starter generators (ISG), alternating current generators (ACG), valves, transmissions, and electronics. The group rolled out a 3-year technology roadmap focused on system-level innovation. Its key...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/01

Ather Energy, India launches 450S electric range with 161 km IDC range On July 31, Ather Energy Limited launched the upgraded 450S electric scooter, equipped with a 3.7 kWh battery pack and an improved IDC range of 161 km for INR 146 thousand. The new variant retains the 5.4 kW motor delivering 22 Nm of torque, and 0-40 km/h acceleration in 3.9 seconds, and a top speed of 90 km/h. Ather’s home charging solution enables the 450S to recharge from...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/01

BorgWarner wins turbocharger business for global OEM’s commercial vehicles On July 31, BorgWarner announced it has secured two significant turbocharger business wins for a major global OEM’s next-gen vehicles in Europe and North America.  BorgWarner will supply its wastegate gasoline turbocharger for 1.0-liter engines used in next-gen compact and light commercial combustion and hybrid vehicles in Europe. Production is scheduled to begin in A...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/01

Cadillac launches refreshed CT5 lineup and all-electric LYRIQ in the Middle East On July 23, Cadillac Middle East launched the refreshed CT5 lineup, including the high-performance CT5-V and the flagship CT5-V Blackwing, alongside the all-electric Cadillac LYRIQ. The CT5-V is powered by a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 engine producing 360 horsepower and 550 Nm of torque. The CT5-V Blackwing, Cadillac’s most powerful production sedan, features a 6.2L superc...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

ght and aerodynamic advantages. Additionally, Sedans are typically designed with an emphasis on ride comfort, making them an appealing choice for many customers. Kia and Lexus are both scheduled to launch Midsize electric Sedans in 2027, while Audi is expected to launch an electric successor to the A3 in both Sedan and Hatchback variations. SUVs are already dominant in the Premium market, limiting the potential for growth through 2030. Nonetheles...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

JSW MG Motor India launches Cyberster Electric Roadster at INR 7.5 million On July 25, 2025, JSW MG Motor India launched the MG Cyberster electric convertible, priced at INR 7.5 million for new bookings and INR 7.25 million for pre-reserved customers. The price includes a 3.3 kW portable charger, a 7.4 kW wall box charger, and standard installation. The Cyberster features a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup delivering 510 PS and 725 nm of torque. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

Piaggio Vehicles, India launches 2025 Ape E-City Ultra and FX Maxx electric three-wheelers On July 23, Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd (PVPL) unveiled its 2025 Apé Electrik EV range, introducing the new Apé E-City Ultra and the updated Apé E-City FX Maxx, both electric three-wheeler vehicles. The Apé E-City Ultra is priced at INR 388 thousand and comes with a 10.2 kWh LFP battery and intelligent telematics. It offers a range of 236km, peak power of ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

SemiDrive participates in AEE 2025 Nagoya Beijing SemiDrive Technology Co., Ltd. (SemiDrive) participated in the Automotive Engineering Exposition (AEE) 2025 Nagoya in Japan with a range of solutions for intelligent cockpits and intelligent vehicle control. Showcased at the event was the SemiDrive X9 intelligent cockpit platform integrating P3 Group’s SPARQ OS in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) solution. P3 Group, which has been granted a 3PL certif...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/23

Broad-Ocean Motor launches Chongqing NEV powertrain project, introduces (U+X) PIN stator-rotor product According to multiple press releases, Zhongshan Broad-Ocean Motor Co., Ltd. (Broad-Ocean Motor) launched a Chongqing New Energy Vehicle (NEV) powertrain project and introduced a centripetal oil-cooled (U+X) PIN stator-rotor product. The first phase of Broad-Ocean Motor’s Chongqing site has an investment amount of over CNY 1 billion and a plan...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/22

JSW MG Motor, India launches MG M9 electric MPV at INR 6.99 million On July 21, JSW MG Motor India launched the MG M9 – The Presidential Limousine via MG Select at an introductory ex-showroom price of INR 6.99 million. The vehicle is powered by a 90-kWh NMC battery offering a range of 548 km and delivers 245 PS of power and 350 Nm of torque. It supports fast charging from 30% to 80% in 30 minutes and comes equipped with an 11-kW wall box charge...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/21

Japan’s June exports to U.S. declines by 11.4% y/y According to the June 2025 preliminary trading statistics (on the basis of customs ) announced by Japan’s Ministry of Finance on July 17, Japan’s total export to the U.S. declined by 11.4% year-over-year (y/y) to JPY 1,707.1 billion for three months in a row. Exports of automobiles and automotive parts dropped sharply due to the new additional tariffs imposed on these products by the U.S. T...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/18

Adient launches mechanical massage seat solution in China ahead of Americas, EU On July 15, Adient announced it has launched a new mechanical massage seat solution. The innovation debuted in GAC-Trumpchi's new PHEV model M8, which features three-row seating and an industry-first massage system supplied by Adient that redefines auto seating comfort. Adient's mechanical massage solution uses a 3D massage module that precisely simulates professional...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

Desay SV provides intelligent products for Chery’s Fulwin A9L sedan Huizhou Desay SV Automotive Co., Ltd. (Desay SV) provided provides a range of intelligent products such as a 15.6-inch 2K-resolution intelligent display and assisted driving cameras for Chery’s Fulwin A9L sedan. Specifically, the Qualcomm 8620 chip-based IPU13 assisted driving domain controller and the Qualcomm 8255 chip-based G9SH intelligent cockpit domain controller both ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/15

VinFast begins signing dealer agreements across 27 Indian cities On July 12, VinFast Auto India signed dealer partner agreements with 13 dealer groups to establish 32 dealerships across 27 cities nationwide. This move supports the company’s plan to build a 3S (Sales, Service, Spares) network and sets the stage for the upcoming pre-booking of the VF 6 and VF 7 models on July 15.The initial dealerships will be set up in key urban and emerging EV ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/14

t at its Ingolstadt plant, Germany alongside Győr plant. Body production for both locations will take place in Győr, but painting and final assembly for some units will be done in Germany. Audi Q3 is now the sixth model produced in Győr on flexible production lines that previously built the Audi A3 Sedan, Cabriolet, and Audi TT models. Győr also produces the Cupra Terramar, making it one of Audi’s most versatile plants. Based on Audi Hungar...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10