GWM unveils next-gen intelligent super platform for all powertrains On May 22, Great Wall Motor (GWM) unveiled a next-generation intelligent super platform for all powertrains. Developed for mid-to-large-size and above luxury models, the platform is compatible with plug-in hybrid electric, battery electric, hydrogen energy, hybrid, and fuel powertrains. It comprises: a 2.0T super hybrid system, enabling 0 to 100km/h acceleration times of 4.4s and...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/03

Modern Transport Technologies, Russia starts sales of new CV models On May 27, Modern Transport Technologies announced the start of sales for several new vehicles, including the 'Sadko 9', a medium-duty truck, and the 'Sobol NN 4x4' and 'Gazelle NN 4x4' models with flatbed platforms. The Sadko 9 is available in 3,770 mm and 4,515 mm wheelbase options. It features a 169 hp YaMZ-534 diesel engine, a 5-speed manual transmission, and a 2-speed trans...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

Sindipeças reports Brazil’s auto parts trade deficit up 6.1% yoy to USD 1.2 billion in April On May 27, Sindipeças reported a trade deficit of USD 1.2 billion in April for Brazil’s auto parts industry, a 6.1% increase year-over-year. Exports fell to USD 674.5 million, showing signs of weakening momentum both month-over-month and year-over-year. Meanwhile, imports rose sharply, reaching USD 7.54 billion in the first four months of 2025, 14.1...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

VW Brazil launches all-new sub-compact SUV Tera On May 26, VW Brazil launched the Tera, an all-new sub-compact SUV developed and manufactured entirely in Brazil at its Taubaté plant. The Tera SUV debuts with two powertrains: a 1.0-liter MPI engine delivering 84 hp, and a 1.0-liter TSI engine with 116 hp. Manual transmission is standard for MPI and TSI versions, while Comfort and High trims come with a 6-speed automatic gearbox. Regarding safety,...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/27

FAW Trucks unveils 2025 model range in South Africa On May 22, FAW Trucks Southern Africa unveiled its 2025 model range, featuring the FAW 4.110 FL-MT, JK6 16.260 FL, and JK6 16.260 FL-AMT freight carriers, all tailored to meet local segment requirements. The FAW 4.110 FL-MT is powered by a 2.2-litre, 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 81 kW at 3,200 rpm and 280 Nm of torque between 1,600 and 2,400 rpm. The FAW JK6 16.260 FL-AMT feat...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23

April vehicle production in Thailand down 0.4% (Flash Report) On May 22, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) announced that vehicle production in April 2025 totaled 104,250 units, marking a slight 0.4% decline YoY and a 19.8% drop MoM. Of this total, production for domestic sales made up 35.65%, while exports accounted for 64.35%. According to data from FTI member automakers, HEV production in April reached 18,581 units, and BEV product...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/22

Stellantis launches all-new Fiat Grande Panda hybrid On May 20, Stellantis launched the all-new Fiat Grande Panda Hybrid, a B-segment car developed at Fiat headquarter and Centro Stile in Mirafiori, Turin. It is built on the SMART-CAR platform, supporting both hybrid and electric powertrains. Its dimensions are 3.99 m long, 1.76 m wide, and 1.58 m tall. The model is a five seater and offers clever storage solutions, including a roomy 412 litre tr...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20

Audi opens sale for ninth-generation A6 Avant model On May 19, Audi announced that its ninth-generation A6 Avant is now on sale across Europe, available since May 16, 2025. The A6 Sedan will follow at the end of July 2025. Both are built on the Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) and offer updated gasoline and diesel engines with mild hybrid (MHEV) technology. The new A6 models are made at Audi’s Neckarsulm plant. Over the years, each generation ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/19

Auto sales in Vietnam up 21.5% in April According to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) report issued on May 13, automobile sales (including imported vehicles of non-VAMA manufactures' sales) in Vietnam were up 21.5% year-over-year to 29,585 units in April. CKD volume was 13,890 units and CBU volume was 15,695 units. VAMA members (20 manufacturers) sales in April were up 10.2% y/y to 23,186 units. VAMA members passenger car s...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

Kia Lucky Motors, Pakistan launches fourth generation Kia Sorento SUV On May 10, Kia Lucky Motors Corporation (LMC) launched the fourth-generation Kia Sorento, a three-row SUV, in three variants: the 3.5L V6 FWD priced at PKR 13.5 million, the 1.6L Turbo Hybrid FWD at PKR 14.7 million, and the 1.6L Turbo Hybrid AWD at PKR 16 million. Bookings for the vehicle commenced on May 11, 2025. The 3.5L V6 FWD variant is powered by a SmartStream 3.5 V6 MPI...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/12

Indonesian sales up 5.0% to 51,205 in April The Association of Indonesia Automotive Industries (GAIKINDO) and other sources reported that Indonesian vehicle sales in April 2025 were 51,205 units, up 5.0% compared to April 2024. By automaker sales in April, Toyota was up 5.8% y/y to 16,077 units and a 31.4% market share. Daihatsu was down 6.3% to 8,884 units with a 17.3% market share. Suzuki was down 16.9% to 4,145 units with a 8.1% market share. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/12

Audi opens presales of A6 Sportback e-tron model in Brazil On May 8, Audi do Brasil announced the start of pre-sales for the A6 Sportback e-tron in the country. The vehicle is offered in a single version, Performance Black, featuring a rear-wheel-drive electric motor delivering 367 hp and 580 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, with a top speed of 210 km/h. The A6 e-tron is built on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/09

—all integrated into the car’s interface. More local apps are being added regularly. The open, user-friendly platform helps Volkswagen Group brands customize the in-car experience based on local preferences and global needs. The app store is already available in select Audi models such as A5, Q5, A6, and Q6 e-tron. To use it, drivers need the Audi Application Store and Smartphone Interface option, a myAudi account, and an active data connecti...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/08

BAZ, Russia to produce civilian cargo chassis On May 7, the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Government of St. Petersburg, and the Romanov joint-stock company signed a special investment contract (SPIC), within the framework of which serial production of civilian cargo chassis with increased cross-country ability under the BAZ brand will be organized at a production site in the Shushary industrial zone. The BAZ overall cargo chassis, d...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/08

BMW Group reports EBIT down 22.5% in Q1 2025 On May 7, BMW Group announced that in Q1 2025, group revenues decreased 7.8% YoY to EUR 33.8 billion, EBIT was down 22.5% YoY to EUR 3.1 billion, and net profit decreased 26.4% YoY to EUR 2.2 billion. The automotive EBIT totaled EUR 2 billion for Q1, down 25.3% YoY with a 6.9% margin at the upper end of the 5–7% target range. Without the impact of BBA-related depreciation and amortisation, the margin...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/07

Audi adds two plug-in hybrid models to A6 lineup On May 6, Audi announced that it is adding two new plug-in hybrid models to the A6 lineup i.e. the A6 Sedan and A6 Avant e-hybrid quattro. Both are available in two power levels—220 kW and 270 kW—for a mix of efficiency, comfort, and strong performance. Each model uses a 2.0L TFSI gasoline engine (of 185 kW) paired with an electric motor (of 105 kW). The 270 kW version produces 500 Nm of torque...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/06

rid models by the end of 2025. The Audi A3 and Audi A5, each available in two body styles, have already been launched. The plug-in hybrids offer long electric ranges of more than 100 kilometers (62 mi). Two additional models in the full-size class will follow in May 2025 with the launch of the Audi A6 Avant e-hybrid and Audi A6 Sedan e-hybrid. Based on Audi press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/05

PEVS 2025: Wuling unveils EV Van in Indonesia; Local assembly and Q3 launch planned Announced on April 29, 2025, Wuling Motors unveiled the Wuling EV Van for the first time in Indonesia at the Periklindo Electric Vehicle Show (PEVS) 2025 in Jakarta. Pre-bookings are now open. In Indonesia, the Wuling EV van will be offered in Minibus and Blind Van variants and will be locally manufactured in Cikarang, West Java. Its official launch in Indonesia i...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

Mercedes-Benz launches LO 916R rural microbus in Brazil On April 25, Mercedes-Benz, the long-time leader in Brazil’s bus market, introduced the LO 916R Fretamento Rural, a new microbus designed for rural and difficult terrain transportation. Based on the LO 916 urban chassis, the vehicle features a 4.8-meter wheelbase, supports carroseries up to 9.2 meters long, and offers seating for up to 32 passengers. It is powered by the OM 924 LA engine d...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/29

Hyundai Nishat introduces Tucson Hybrid SUV in Pakistan On April 22, 2025, Hyundai Nishat launched the fourth-generation Tucson Hybrid SUV in Pakistan, with prices starting at PKR 10.999 million for the front-wheel drive (FWD) variant and reaching up to PKR 11.999 million for the all-wheel drive (AWD) variant. The hybrid SUV is powered by a 1.6L Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi HEV engine—a 4-cylinder in-line unit delivering 178 horsepower at 5500 rpm an...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24