Renault launches new Triber for South African market On October 9, Renault South Africa showcased the new Renault Triber, offered in three variants i.e. Evolution, Techno, and Iconic. It is powered by a 1.0-litre gasoline engine which generates output of 52 kW at 6,250 rpm and 96 Nm of torque at 3,500 rpm, paired with a 5-speed manual or an optional five-speed AMT on the top model. The new Triber features a piano black grille, sculpted bonnet, re...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/10

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

Irizar unveils two next-generation electric buses at Busworld 2025 On October 6, Irizar unveiled two next-generation fully electric buses from its Efficient range at Busworld: the new Irizar ie bus and the Irizar i3 Normal Floor. The new Irizar i3 Normal Floor complements the previously launched Low Entry version. Built for interurban operations, it features over 7 cubic meters of luggage capacity, more than 450 km of range, and a 1,000 kg reduct...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/07

VinFast presents EB 8 and EB 12 EV bus at Busworld Europe 2025 On October 4, VinFast unveiled its EB 8 and EB 12 electric bus models at Busworld Europe 2025. The VinFast EB 8 measures 8,610 mm in length, 2,470 mm in width, and 3,220 mm in height. It is powered by a 200-kW central electric motor with a top speed of 80 km/h and a 359-kWh battery that provides a range of over 290 km. The bus supports 120 kW fast charging and can carry up to 60 pass...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/06

Spanish passenger car sales increase 16.4% in September On October 1, the automobile manufacturers association of Spain (ANFAC) announced that passenger car registrations of 85,167 units in September 2025 represented an increase of 16.4% over September 2024. Passenger car sales of 854,658 units in the first nine months of the year represented a 14.8% increase from the same period in 2024. Toyota sales increased 22.5% to 8,250 units, Renault sales...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/02

Citroen, India Aircross 5-seater SUV scores 5-star in Bharat NCAP crash test On September 29, 2025, the Citroën C3 Aircross 5-seater SUV was awarded a 5-star safety rating in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and a 4-star rating in Child Occupant Protection (COP) under the latest crash testing protocols. For adult safety, the C3 Aircross achieved 27.05 out of 32 points overall. The frontal offset deformable barrier test yielded a score of 11.05 ou...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/30

Azad India Mobility to lease Bengaluru facility for electric bus manufacturing On September 26, 2025, the Board of Azad India Mobility Limited approved a lease agreement with Azad Coach Builders Private Limited for a land, plant, and machinery package at Mysore Road, Seshagirihalli, Bengaluru. The facility, measuring 8,094 square meters, will be leased for five years starting October 1, 2025. The leased site will be used exclusively for manufactu...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/29

Bahman Group, Iran, to launch Capra B pickup truck in single-cab and double-cab models On September 23, Bahman Group announced that the Capra B pickup truck would be available in single-cab and double-cab models. The delivery of the vehicles will be carried out in November 2025.  The Capra B single-cab pickup truck is equipped with a Euro 5 2-liter engine with 140 horsepower. It has a 5-speed manual transmission. The vehicle has a load capacity ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

TELO Trucks raises USD 20 million for small EV pickup in California On September 23, California-based TELO Trucks, maker of the first electric mini truck built for U.S. cities, announced its oversubscribed USD 20 million Series A funding. This funding round was led by designer Yves Behar and Marc Tarpenning, co-founder of Tesla and Venture Partner of Spero Ventures, with additional investors. TELO Trucks stands out in the market with a new catego...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

Salvador Caetano Auto South Africa to launch JMC Vigus single cab in November 2025 On September 22, Salvador Caetano Auto South Africa announced that it will officially launch Jiangling Motors Corporation (JMC) in South Africa in November 2025. JMC is set to make a strong impact on South Africa’s commercial vehicle market, starting with the single cab segment. JMC South Africa is set to launch the Vigus Single Cab at a competitive price of ZAR ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

August vehicle production in Thailand down 6.1% (Flash Report) On September 23, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) reported that Thailand produced 112,366 vehicles in August, down 6.1% YoY. Of this total, 34.18% was for the domestic market and 65.82% for exports. The decline was mainly due to lower export production of passenger cars, following the discontinuation of certain models in response to stricter safety equipment requirements ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

August motorcycle production in Thailand up 6.0% On September 23, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) announced that motorcycle production in August reached 182,418 units, comprising 150,973 CBUs and 31,445 CKDs, representing a 6.0% YoY increase. For the first eight months of 2025, total motorcycle production reached 1,632,542 units (1,358,200 CBUs and 274,342 CKDs), representing a 5.4% increase compared with the same period in 2024. Th...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

ors will drive and compare these vehicles at a special event in late October. Three finalists will be announced in each category at the Los Angeles Auto Show, and the winners will be announced on January 14, 2026, to open the Detroit Auto Show. 2026 North American Car of the Year Candidates:  Audi A5  Dodge Charger  Honda Prelude  Kia K4 Hatchback  Mercedes-Benz CLA  Nissan Sentra 2026 North American Truck of the Year Candidates:  Ford F-1...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

TVS Motor, India launches King Deluxe Plus CNG three-wheeler in Tanzania On September 17, 2025, TVS Motor Company launched the King Deluxe Plus CNG three-wheeler in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, in collaboration with distributor Car & General. The  key features of the vehicle include a 5kg dual-fuel CNG tank, an 8-litre gasoline tank, a king-size driver seat, a strong chassis and body with heavy-duty pillars, and a sturdy, ergonomic design for safety...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/18

Tata Motors, India Altroz hatchback secures 5-Star Bharat NCAP rating On September 16, 2025, Tata Motors announced that its new Altroz hatchback achieved a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating across its gasoline, diesel, and CNG variants. The Altroz received 29.65/32 for adult occupant and 44.9/49 for child occupant protection—making it the only hatchback in India to secure a 5-star rating under the Bharat NCAP protocol for all powertrains, and th...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/18

Mitsubishi Motors expands stake in FleetPartners to 19.93% to boost auto finance in ANZ Announced on September 18, 2025, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) has raised its equity stake in FleetPartners Group Limited, a leading automotive financial services firm in Australia and New Zealand, to 19.93% as of September 17.  The additional investment is intended to deepen the strategic alliance and drive growth in the region. Mitsubishi Motors has s...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/18

Maruti Suzuki, India announces Victoris SUV introductory prices from INR 1.05 million On September 15, 2025, Maruti Suzuki India Limited announced introductory prices (ex-showroom) for the all-new Victoris SUV, starting at INR 1.05 million and reaching up to INR 2 million for the top-end strong hybrid e-CVT variant. The sales for the Victoris are set to commence on September 22, 2025. The Victoris will be available with a choice of strong hybrid,...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/16

Belgee, Belarus unveils restyled X70 crossover On September 15, Belgee presented a restyled version of the X70 crossover, featuring a modern exterior design, an upgraded interior, and new technological solutions. The X70 is equipped with a 1.5 TD gasoline engine, producing 150 to 177 hp and up to 255 Nm of torque. It comes paired with a 7-speed DCT, a 48V EMS mild-hybrid system, and a 5th-generation BorgWarner all-wheel-drive system. Additionall...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/16

IAA Mobility 2025: Axera, China, to present M57-based ADAS solution On September 11, Axera, a leading Chinese AI chip developer, made its debut at IAA Mobility, globally launching an ADAS solution based on its M57 SoC. This solution was developed by Axera in collaboration with STRADVISION. Utilizing the M57 SoC as the main processor, the demo is equipped with an 8-megapixel high-definition camera featuring a 120-degree horizontal field of view. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/14

Skoda Vietnam officially launched Slavia sedan, locally assembled On September 11, 2025, Skoda Vietnam officially launched the Skoda Slavia, a new B-segment sedan produced at the Thanh Cong Viet Hung plant. The Slavia is offered in Active, Ambition, and Style variants at promotional prices starting from VND 421 million.  Positioned as a strategic model, the Slavia combines Skoda’s long-standing expertise in sedans with segment-first amenities...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/12