Spanish passenger car sales increase 11.7% in March On April 1, the automobile manufacturers association of Spain (ANFAC) announced that passenger car registrations of 130,340 units in March 2026 represented an increase of 11.7% over March 2025. Passenger car sales of 300,529 units in the first three months of the year represented a 7.6% increase from the same period in 2025.Toyota sales increased 67.5% to 11,930 units, VW sales increased 6.6% to...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

BIMS 2026: Ford Ranger Super Duty pickup truck launched in Thailand Announced on March 25, 2026, Ford Thailand’s highlight at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show was the locally assembled Ranger Super Duty. The truck pairs heavy-duty proportions with a purpose-built powertrain designed for demanding tasks. Pricing starts at THB 1,599,000.  It is powered by a 3.0-liter turbocharged diesel V6 engine producing 210 PS (154 kW) at 3,250 rpm a...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

METI unveils policy for establishing supply chain security evaluation system, aiming for system launch by end of FY2026 The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Cabinet Secretariat's National Cybersecurity Office of Japan have announced a policy to evaluate the status of efforts to strengthen security across the supply chain. It assumes that, in a transaction agreement between two firms, the ordering side will present the approp...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Honda accelerating development of 3D printer technology Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) is advancing its development to expand the application range of 3D printers. The company, which is currently utilizing 3D printers for applications such as the production of Formula One racing car parts, intends to expand the application range to products such as mass-produced automotive parts. Honda plans to first establish a track record in high value-added fi...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

his stage, our priority remains the standardization of the waveguide interface within the IEC framework. Q3. Could flexible waveguide in combination with compact connector solutions reduce the need for multiple coaxial cable runs in EV or SDV architectures, potentially lowering weight and EMI risk? A3. We believe that reducing the number of coaxial cable runs is feasible with this solution, which can contribute to overall system weight reduction ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

l, mud) / Animal, people, obstacles, or debris on the road / Unprotected accident area / Short-term road works / Reduced visibility (e.g., fog, heavy rain) / Wrong-way driver / Unmanaged blockage of a road / Exceptional weather conditions  Q3. What role does edge computing play in low-latency V2X? A3. Edge computing isn’t the goal by itself — it’s just a tool. What matters is the type of services we want to enable. Right now, the quality o...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

Nora EV micro car launches in Pakistan with three variants On March 12, NORA micro‑EV formally announced prices and opened bookings for the four‑seat Nora EV, an L7e‑class quadricycle offered in three variants, i.e., Eco, Eco+, and EcoX, priced between PKR 1,899,999 and PKR 2,299,999. The compact hatchback-style EV uses a 3,000 W electric motor with a top speed of about 65 km/h and, depending on battery and variant, offers a claimed pure‑...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/24

t. Vector will leverage MCP servers to facilitate the development and integration of Software-Defined Systems (SDS) throughout the entire lifecycle. Q3. What are your company's strengths in next-generation mobility development, including SDV ? How will you capitalize on the business opportunities ? A3. Vector's strength lies in its ability to provide a total service of embedded software and development tools. It boasts a broad portfolio covering...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

DFMC, Cummins to deepen cooperation on commercial vehicle power solutions On March 18, Dongfeng Motor Corporation (DFMC) signed a memorandum of understanding with Cummins to provide customers with more competitive commercial vehicle power solutions. With focus on a 3.0 truck project, China-7-compliant vehicle development and adaptation, and market expansion outside of China, the two companies will systematically strengthen collaboration across th...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

Lexus India’s launches its first all-electric sedan for INR 9 million On March 20, Lexus India launched the ES500e, its first Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) for the Indian market, for INR 9 million. It is powered by a 74.68 kWh lithium-ion battery that delivers up to 252 kW of output, all-wheel drive, and a claimed 0–100 km/h time of about 5.5 seconds with an ARAI-certified driving range of up to 580 km on a single charge. It comes with an 11...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/20

Kim Long Motor unveils new locally assembled commercial vehicles in Vietnam Announced on March 17, 2026, Kim Long Motor introduced new vehicles targeting Vietnam’s transport sector: the GK48-EV all-electric van, KIMAN9 light truck, and KIMLONG X9 Van. Priced at VND 480 million, the GK48-EV is a compact urban logistics solution (4,860x 1,750x 1,990 mm) with 6.2 cubic meters cargo capacity. It uses a 41.86 kWh BYD battery, delivering up to 305 km...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/20

Lexus launches 2026 ES in U.S. with BEV models, new hybrid coming On March 18, Lexus announced that the eighth-generation Lexus ES is now on sale, at a starting price of USD 48,795, with its first-ever ES 350e and ES 500e battery-electric (BEV) models arriving in U.S. dealerships in April, ahead of the upcoming 2026 ES 350h hybrid models. The all-new 2026 Lexus ES features new styling inside and out, on a platform capable of supporting internal c...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/20

Omoda C9 PHEV launched in Malaysia with initial CBU units, followed by CKD models from Shah Alam On March 18, 2026, the Omoda C9 PHEV was launched in Malaysia, priced at MYR 208,800 (OTR, excluding insurance). The model arrived as a limited 50 fully imported (CBU) units, followed by locally assembled (CKD) production units in Shah Alam. The C9 PHEV uses a Super Hybrid System with a 3-speed dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT), allowing the engine ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

Turkish vehicle sales down 3.0% and production up 0.6% in February The Automotive Manufacturers Association (OSD) announced that Turkish vehicle sales of 91,053 units in February 2026 represented a 3.0% decrease over February 2025. Passenger vehicles sales decreased 8.2% to 69,776 units, commercial vehicles sales increased 19.3% to 21,277 units. Due to the record-breaking sales increase in 2025, which brought demand forward, passenger car sales i...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

Peugeot introduces new “Turbo 100” gasoline engine on Peugeot 208 and 2008 On March 16, Peugeot announced that it is introducing a new “Turbo 100” gasoline engine on the Peugeot 208 and 2008. The Turbo 100 engine will be available on the Peugeot 208 from March 2026, followed by the Peugeot 2008 from May 2026. It is a 3-cylinder unit of 1,199 cubic cc delivering a maximum output of 101 hp (74 kW) at 5,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 205 Nm...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/16

JAECOO to introduce JAECOO 8 SHS-P in UK On March 11, JAECOO announced that it will introduce JAECOO 8 SHS-P in the UK. It will be available in both 6- and 7-seat configurations. It is powered by Chery International’s advanced Super Hybrid System (SHS). It has a 1.5-litre turbocharged gasoline engine, a 3-speed DHT automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive (AWD). It produces 428 PS of power and 580 Nm of torque.  For the first time on a JAEC...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

Indonesian sales up 12.2% to 81,159 in February The Association of Indonesia Automotive Industries (GAIKINDO) and other sources reported that Indonesian vehicle sales in February 2026 were 81,159 units, up 12.2% compared to February 2025. By automaker sales in February, Toyota was down 7.7% y/y to 22,522 units and a 27.8% market share. Daihatsu was up 12.5% to 13,452 units with a 16.6% market share. Suzuki was up 103.3% to 9,659 units with a 11.9...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

Russian vehicle sales decrease 1.8% in February 2026 The 88,710 new vehicles sold in Russia in February 2026 represented a decrease of 1.8% compared to the same month in 2025 according to the Avtoselkhozmash Holding release on March 9. Commercial vehicle sales fell sharply due to high interest rates, higher prices, and higher scrap taxes. The 177,440 new cars and LCVs sold in the first two months of 2026 represented a decrease of 7.4% over the sa...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

MediaTek, Taiwan, presents automotive connectivity and intelligent cockpits at MWC 2026 On March 1, MediaTek announced that it will exhibit the latest developments in 6G, 5G-Advanced CPE, Edge AI, IoT, Automotive, and Data Center solutions at Mobile World Congress 2026. MediaTek is demonstrating the world’s first 5G NR NTN video call in automotive communications. NR NTN enables high-speed satellite communications capable of supporting video str...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

Mexican vehicle sales down 0.3% in February 2026, a high level for February On March 4, Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia (INEGI) reported sales of 118,305 light vehicles in February, representing a decrease of 0.3% from the 118,602 sales in February 2025. Nissan led the market as the best-selling brand, with 20,264 units delivered, down 5.5% year over year. General Motors ranked second with 16,081 units, posting a 3.0% inc...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/05