Hyundai launches 2026 Mighty QT500 in Mexico On October 3, 2025, it was reported that Hyundai Trucks and Buses unveiled the Hyundai 2026 Mighty QT500 in Mexico, a light-duty truck developed for urban and last-mile transport operations. The QT500 measures 5.93 m in length, 2.25 m in height, and 2.02 m in width, with a 3.3 m wheelbase. It is powered by a 2.8-liter Cummins F2.8 Euro VI engine producing 150 hp and 289 lb-ft of torque with Euro VI emi...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/15

AISIN showcases electric and hybrid tech at 2025 Battery Show North America On October 6, AISIN Corporation, a global Top 10, Tier One automotive supplier, will showcase its latest electric and hybrid technologies at The Battery Show North America and Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo, October 6–9, at Huntington Place in Detroit. AISIN will display a range of products and technologies focused on power management, energy efficiency, and ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/09

Ampere launches Battery Cell Innovation Lab at Lardy, France to drive EV battery R&D On October 7, Ampere opened its Battery Cell Innovation Laboratory at the Lardy Technical Center, France. It is a 3,000 square meter center with over 120 advanced pieces of equipment, including a 600 square meter dry room, to increase Renault Group’s competitiveness in EVs. The lab combines cell prototyping and electro-physico-chemical testing to evaluate batte...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/08

Mexican auto exports down 0.3% in September 2025 OEMs with manufacturing operations in Mexico exported 314,656 light vehicles in September 2025, a 0.3% decrease compared to the 315,706 units shipped in September 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI). OEMs with increased exports in September included Chrysler with a 34.1% increase to 39,957 units; Mercedes Benz with a 11.7% increase to 6,452 units; Toyota wi...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/08

Iveco Bus partners with APTB to assemble DAILY chassis and launch minibuses in Malaysia On October 6, Iveco Bus announced its partnership with Asia Pacific Trucks & Bus (APTB) to assemble DAILY chassis and distribute minibuses built on them in the Malaysian market. APTB, is a local player in bus assembly, distribution, and public transport services, will help expand IVECO’s presence in the region. From 2026, the first batch of DAILY chassis wil...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/07

Suzhou King Long Higer Bus, China, presents new V-series all-electric buses at Busworld Europe 2025 On October 4, Suzhou King Long Higer Bus presented three new all-electric V-series buses for the European market. It includes high-end tourist passenger buses V12E, V12E Pro, and intercity buses V13E. The new V-Series underwent three years of development. It integrates a new three-dimensional modular design approach and intelligent domain control t...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/06

Geely’s Radar Auto officially enters Philippines with RD6 EV and EM-P PHEV pickup trucks Reported on October 5, 2025, United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI) has officially introduced Radar Auto brand (under Geely Holding Group) in the Philippines, expanding its local portfolio that already includes Foton, Chery, BAIC, and Lynk & Co.  RADAR Auto Philippines presented the Radar RD6, an electric pickup that stands out for its unibody construc...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/06

Melexis, Belgium, presents embedded motor driver with PWM/Serial interface On September 25, Melexis presented the MLX81339, a new embedded motor driver with PWM/Serial interface. This integrated circuit (IC) is designed for compact 3-phase BLDC and stepper motor control up to 40 W. It offers Flash programmability while maintaining a small footprint. It supports smart industrial and consumer sectors, as well as automotive fans and blowers, thanks ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/30

SRIVARU Motors, India launches Alive scooter series and PRANA class electric motorcycle On September 25, 2025, Coimbatore-based SRIVARU Motors (SVM) introduced its next-generation electric two-wheeler lineup: the Alive scooter series (Alive Lite, Alive Plus, Alive Elite) and the PRANA Class motorcycle. The Alive series features LiFePO4 batteries, CBS disc brakes, IP67 battery/motor protection, regenerative braking, and smart digital displays. Ali...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/26

MAN Truck & Bus and ABB validate next-gen megawatt charging with successful test campaign On September 23, MAN Truck & Bus and ABB E-mobility completed a week of tests to validate the next generation of Megawatt Charging System (MCS) technology. Over three days, the tests checked communication between the truck and charger, system security, charging performance, current flow, and emergency shutdowns. These steps are key to making sure trucks and ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

Egyptian minister meets with Adient and Deniz, Turkiye, officials to discuss seat component plant On September 23, the Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, Egypt, met with the officials of Adient and the Turkish company Deniz. This partnership between the two companies created a joint venture, Deniz Adient. They are planning a project in Ismailia, Egypt.  The meeting reviewed the project's implementation phases. The first phase of the proje...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

BYD luxury brand Denza to be launched in October in Brazil On September 18, it was reported that Denza, BYD’s luxury brand, has officially entered the Brazilian market. Created in 2010 as a joint venture between BYD and Mercedes-Benz, Denza will operate independently from BYD in Brazil under the newly established company Denza Brazil, with plans for an exclusive dealership network. The brand’s launch is planned for October. The brand’s init...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/20

Geely Galaxy launches M9 plug-in hybrid electric SUV On September 17, Galaxy, a Geely sub-brand, launched the M9 flagship plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The model is available in one 4WD and five FWD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 173,800 to CNY 238,800. The M9 measures 5,205mm long, 1,999mm wide, and 1,800mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,030mm. Built on the GEA Evo (Global Intelligent Electric Architecture Evolution) architecture, the M9 is ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

Liuzhou Wuling releases Aishang brand for NEVs According to multiple press releases dated September 16, Liuzhou Wuling New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd. (Liuzhou Wuling), a subsidiary of Guangxi Automobile Group Co., Ltd., forayed into the passenger vehicle market and released a New Energy Vehicle (NEV) brand named Aishang. Aishang’s first model, the A100C micro battery electric vehicle, is scheduled for launch on September 26. The A100C, a 3-doo...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

Audi opens pre-sales of SQ5 and SQ5 Sportback in Brazil On September 17, Audi Brazil announced the start of pre-sales for the new SQ5 and SQ5 Sportback, which arrive as the high-performance variants of the third generation Q5. The new SQ5 models are powered by a 3.0-liter V6 TFSI engine delivering 367 hp and 550 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission and quattro AWD with ultra technology. The vehic...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/18

Geely UK partners with Andersen EV for home charging solutions On September 11, Andersen, the UK’s premium design-led electric vehicle (EV) charge point brand, and Geely Auto partnered to provide a co-branded edition of the Andersen A3 home EV charger free of cost to customers of the Geely EX5. Geely is offering a complimentary Andersen A3 with each purchase of its all-electric SUV, the Geely EX5, during the pre-sale period.  Based on Andersen...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/17

IAA Mobility 2025: Desay SV exhibits multiple innovative products At the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany, Huizhou Desay SV Automotive Co., Ltd. (Desay SV) exhibited a range of innovative products, such as the G10PH 5th-generation intelligent cockpit platform, the iBCM 2.0 body domain controller, a 48.2-inch remote display, dual 15.6-inch mini-LED Local Dimming displays, a 3D augmented reality head-up display, and full-stack ADAS solutions.At...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/15

Ram stops BEV pickup, renames REEV-powered Ramcharger to Ram 1500 REV On September 12, Stellantis announced that as demand for full-size battery electric trucks slows in North America, it is reassessing its product strategy and will discontinue development of a full-size BEV pickup.  As part of this move, Ram is renaming its REEV-powered pickup, formerly called the Ramcharger, to take up the Ram 1500 REV designation, featuring a powerful dual-mo...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/13

c technology to lower vehicle noise and improve fuel efficiency. Moreover, it features superior high-speed water drainage and stronger wet traction compared to its predecessor. The N’blue S has already been adopted as OE tires for several vehicle models in the European markets, including the Audi A3, the Seat Leon, the Skoda Scala, the Volkswagen Golf, the Hyundai Casper Electric, and the Kia Niro. (Based on several releases dated September 8, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

IAA Mobility 2025: Škoda unveils Vision O concept car On September 8, Škoda revealed the Vision O, its first electrified concept car built fully around customer needs and showcasing the next stage of the Modern Solid design language at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich. The name “Vision O” reflects the idea of circularity i.e., designing, producing, using, and recycling cars in a sustainable way. A production model based on this concept vehicle, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09