US tariffs: Renesas Electronics President Shibata expresses concern over shipment decline, with strong shipments to China Hidetoshi Shibata, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Renesas Electronics Corporation (Renesas), which is a leading automotive semiconductor manufacturer, said at an online conference announcing the company’s financial results for the March-January quarter of 2025 that the additional tariffs proposed by the Trump...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

Cygni Energy, India opens 4.8 GWh battery plant On April 21, Cygni Energy Private Limited inaugurated Phase I of its battery energy storage system (BESS) gigafactory in Maheshwaram, Telangana. Located in the Electronics Manufacturing Cluster (EMC), the 160,000 sq ft facility on a 5-acre site has an initial capacity of 4.8 GWh. The plant supports grid-scale and EV storage applications and features a fully automated assembly line with Poka-Yoke-ena...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

Antolin announces progress in divestment program in 2024 Grupo Antolin-Irausa, S.A. (Antolin) sold a 45% stake in its joint venture Ototrim in Turkey, while retaining a 5% share. It also signed an agreement with Cosmos Group to sell its trunk systems business and completed the sale of its 30% stake in the Korean firm Dongwon Technology. (From a press release dated April 29, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

KAMAZ showcases new KAMAZ-52222 electric bus in Russia On April 28, KAMAZ presented its new KAMAZ-52222 electric bus at the Electrotrans exhibition in Moscow, Russia. The new A5-generation KAMAZ-52222 electric bus features a larger battery and longer driving range, compared to the older KAMAZ-6282 model. It is equipped with a 230 kWh Russian-made battery that delivers minimum 100 km of driving range. The bus has two electric motors, each with 18...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/29

Audi confirms arrival of new A5 in Brazil for 2025 On April 15, Audi Brazil announced that the new Audi A5 will arrive in the Brazilian market in 2025, replacing the Audi A4. Produced in Neckarsulm, Germany, the third generation A5 features a larger body, sportier design, and introduces the new Premium Combustion Platform (PPC) for enhanced driving dynamics. The new A5 adopts Audi’s minimalist design language, with smooth lines, a wide single f...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/29

Alpine A390 undergoes final tests ahead of May 2025 debut On April 28, Alpine announced that its engineering teams are finalizing the A390’s development with tests on a wet track at Michelin's Ladoux complex. The tests focus on the car's performance on slippery surfaces, using two specific Michelin tires (20 and 21 inches). The track, with its 4,100 m wet test area, is perfect for pushing the A390 to its limits. The tests show the A390’s exce...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/28

Slate Auto reveals affordable, customizable EV pickup in California On April 24 in Long Beach, California, Slate Auto presented its strategically simplified 2-seat EV pickup, which will be produced in a single configuration from the factory, with available conversion modules to create a 5-seat crossover or SUV. Troy, Michigan-based Slate will manufacture the truck at a renovated factory in the Midwest, alongside a Customer Experience Center. The ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/26

hree platforms—Premium Platform Electric, Premium Platform Combustion, and Advanced Digitized Platform—designed to meet the needs of Chinese customers with advanced driver assistance, digital connectivity, and next-gen interiors. All models will be available in China in the coming months. Audi A5L: The next generation of Audi’s bestselling mid-size family sedan will be produced and distributed by FAW Audi. With a wheelbase that is 77 mm lo...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

AvtoVAZ starts mass production of LADA Iskra model in Russia On April 19, AvtoVAZ launched the industrial production of the new LADA Iskra model. On the first production day, it assembled 12 LADA Iskra cars in various versions. The level of localization of the model at the start of production exceeds 90%. The official sale will start from July 20, 2025.  The model is available in three body styles (sedan, station wagon, and cross station wagon) ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/22

Ford Cambodia’s new production line and sub-assembly plant inaugurated On April 22, 2025, the Prime Minister of Cambodia attended the official inauguration of Ford’s new production line and sub-assembly plant in Pursat Province. During the event, the Prime Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting investors by easing regulatory requirements, such as tax reductions, and ensuring long-term political and economic stability....

News  Updated at: 2025/04/22

Honda Indonesia announces retail sales of 8,165 cars in March 2025 (down 23.7% YoY) Announced on April 15, 2025, PT Honda Prospect Motor recorded retail sales of 8,165 units in March 2025 in Indonesia, reflecting a 23.7% YoY decline but a 5.3% increase compared to the previous month.  The company highlighted strong performance in the SUV segment alongside sustained demand for compact cars. In March 2025, the Honda Brio remained the top-selling m...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/21

BYD launches Tang L SUV On April 9, BYD launched the Tang L mid-to-large-size SUV. The model is available in three battery electric (EV) and three plug-in hybrid (DM) variants, with prices ranging from CNY 229,800 to CNY 289,800. Adopting the Loong Face exterior design concept, the Tang L measures 5,040mm long, 1,996mm wide, and 1,760mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,950mm. The Tang L EV makes the debut of the Super e-Platform. The RWD variants are ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/17

025. It blends Audi’s DNA with fresh design, created for a new generation of Chinese customers. “E” stands for electric, “5” for the mid-size class, and “Sportback” for Audi’s signature coupé style. It will launch in China by late summer 2025. Audi is also revealing the A6L e-tron, A5L, A5L Sportback, and Q5L at Auto Shanghai 2025. The A6L e-tron will be made at the new Audi FAW NEV Company production site in Changchun. Construct...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/16

STMicroelectronics presents new automotive NFC readers for digital key applications On April 14, STMicroelectronics N.V. (ST)  announced two new automotive NFC readers in its ST25R portfolio. The ST25R500 and ST25R501 meet Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) and Wireless Power Consortium requirements for digital key and center console applications for device pairing and engine start and wireless charging NFC card protection. The new readers combin...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/15

WLY launches 10AG120 AMT for medium-duty trucks Zhejiang Wanliyang Co., Ltd. (WLY) launched the 10AG120 integrated 10-speed automated manual transmission (AMT) for medium-duty trucks.  With a full aluminum alloy housing, a 3-stage structure, an intelligent gear shifting system, and a 5x2 transmission structure, the 10AG120 features light weight, high load-bearing capacity, low noise, and more. The 10AG120 supports liquid and gaseous fuels. It is...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/15

Kia India receives 5-Star safety rating for Syros SUV under BNCAP On April 11, Kia India announced that the Kia Syros SUV has received a 5-star safety rating for both adult occupant protection (AOP) and child occupant protection (COP) under the Bharat New Car Assessment Program (BNCAP). The Syros scored 30.21 out of 32 in AOP and 44.42 out of 49 in COP. The rating was based on its performance in a series of crash tests, including the offset defor...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14

Volkswagen India launches Tiguan R-Line SUV On April 14, Volkswagen India launched the all-new Tiguan R-Line SUV, priced at INR 4.9 million. Built on the MQB EVO platform, it is powered by a 2.0-litre TSI EVO engine, delivering 204 PS of power and 320 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 7-speed DSG transmission and 4-motion all-wheel-drive system. It also features dynamic chassis control (DCC) pro and vehicle dynamics manager (XDS), which enable wh...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14

AVL opens new tech center for commercial vehicle development in Steyr, Austria On April 9, AVL opened its new Tech Center in Steyr, Austria. The new center serves as the hub for development of drive solutions for commercial vehicles, featuring cutting-edge infrastructure dedicated to research and development. The new Tech Center hosts 110 employees developing advanced drive and vehicle concepts for commercial vehicles, from traditional and hybrid...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14

BYD launches Han L sedan On April 9, BYD launched the Han L mid-to-large-size sedan. The model is available in three battery electric (EV) and three plug-in hybrid (DM) variants, with prices ranging from CNY 209,800 to CNY 279,800. Adopting the Loong Face exterior design concept, the Han L measures 5,050mm long, 1,960mm wide, and 1,505mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,970mm The Han L EV makes the debut of the Super e-Platform. The RWD variants are p...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14

Baojun starts accepting pre-orders for Xiangjing flagship sedan On April 7, Baojun started accepting pre-orders for the Xiangjing, its first intelligent and super comfortable flagship family sedan. The model is available in two battery electric and two plug-in hybrid variants, with prices ranging from CNY 132,800 to CNY 155,800. Based on a unique design concept, the Xiangjing features a 5m-long body, a 2.5m-long fastback structure, and an industr...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/11