Mexican auto exports up 1.4% in August 2025 OEMs with manufacturing operations in Mexico exported 296,796 light vehicles in August 2025, a 1.4% increase compared to the 292,670 units shipped in August 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI). OEMs with increased exports in August included BMW Group with a 34.9% increase to 7,989 units; Nissan with a 34.4% increase to 37,549 units; Chrysler with a 28.6% increas...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

Trump asks Supreme Court for urgent ruling on tariffs, but has backup plans On September 3, U.S. President Donald Trump asked the U.S. Supreme Court to quickly make a decision on whether he has the authority to impose his sweeping tariffs following a 7-4 appeals court ruling that rejected the administration’s argument that emergency powers justified steep tariffs set under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The appeals cou...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/05

Australian new vehicle sales increase 2.2% in August On September 3, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries announced that new vehicle registrations of 100,539 units in August 2025 represented an increase of 2.2% over the last August. New vehicle sales of 812,447 units in the first eight months of the year represented a 2.1% decrease YoY. Passenger car sales of 13,203 units in August represented a 12.9% decrease from the same period in 2024...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

Kinetic Engineering, India launches robotic chassis line for Kinetic DX electric scooter production On September 2, Kinetic Engineering Ltd. inaugurated an advanced robotic chassis line at its Ahilya Nagar facility in Maharashtra to upgrade its manufacturing capabilities for the Kinetic DX Electric scooter. The new robotic line integrates automated welding, clamping auto fixtures, and a dedicated scooter framing cell to improve production precisi...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

TENET begins pre-orders for new T8 crossover in Russia On September 2, TENET announced the start of pre-orders for its new T8 crossover. The vehicle is available in two variants, the PRIME variant, priced at RUB 3,540,000, while the ULTRA variant, costs RUB 3,790,000. The vehicle is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbo engine paired with a 7-speed preselective robotic gearbox, producing 145 kW (197 hp) of power at 5,500 rpm and a maximum torque of...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

U.S. federal appeals court rules most of Trump’s global tariffs are illegal On August 29, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, in a 7-4 ruling, held that the law President Trump invoked when he granted his most expansive tariffs does not actually grant him the power to impose those tariffs, making them illegal. “The core Congressional power to impose taxes such as tariffs is vested exclusively in the legislative branch by the Co...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/30

VW South Africa unveils Amarok PanAmericana 2.3 TSI and upgraded Golf GTI On August 28, Volkswagen South Africa unveiled the new Amarok range with 2.3-litre turbo gasoline engine and updated Golf GTI model. Amarok PanAmericana features 2.3-litre turbo gasoline engine, which generates output of 222 kW and 452 Nm of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. It powers the PanAmericana version, reaching 0–100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and a ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

Abou Ghaly Motors launches Geely Cityray SUV in Egypt On August 26, Abou Ghaly Motors, in collaboration with Automobility, announced the launch of the Geely Cityray in Egypt. The vehicle is equipped with a 1.5TD turbo engine with a 7-speed wet DCT, delivering 172 hp of power and 290 Nm of torque. It features a smart cabin with a digital cluster, large central touchscreen, Snapdragon-powered cockpit, ambient lighting, and a 540° surround-view ca...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

Volkswagen unveils second generation T-Roc with more space and hybrid powertrain On August 27, Volkswagen unveiled the second-generation T-Roc, featuring a refreshed design. The model is 12 cm longer than its predecessor, offering more space for up to five passengers. It is the third SUV built on the updated MQB evo platform. Production takes place at the Palmela plant in Portugal. In Europe, it will be offered only with hybrid turbo gasoline eng...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/27

Iran Khodro presents Cheval 2 crossover at Mashhad Auto Show On August 26, multiple sources reported that Iran Khodro has presented the Cheval 2 compact crossover at the Mashhad Auto Show. The car is based on Haval Jolyon Pro. It is powered by a 1.5-liter engine that produces 174 hp and 270 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a 7-speed DCT automatic transmission. It also has a hybrid version, which has a 1.5-liter engine with an electric moto...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/27

Hyundai relaunches i30 with refreshed design in Turkiye On August 25, Hyundai Motor Turkiye announced the relaunch of the i30, one of the most popular models in the C-HB segment, featuring a refreshed design and enhanced functional features. The i30 will be offered in Turkiye in two trims, the Prime and Comfort. It will be equipped 1.5T MHEV gasoline engine paired with a 7-speed DCT transmission, delivering 140 PS of power and 253 Nm of torque. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/26

July motorcycle production in Thailand up 12.6% On August 25, 2025, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) announced that motorcycle production in July 2025 reached 201,812 units (165,235 CBUs and 36,577 CKDs), up 12.6% YoY. In the first seven months of 2025, production totaled 1,471,758 motorcycles (1,207,227 CBUs and 264,531 CKDs), a 6.9% increase YoY. Motorcycle exports in July 2025 totaled 71,250 units, up 21.3% YoY. From January to July 202...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/25

GAC launches M8 PHEV MPV in Thailand On August 8, 2025, AION Automobile Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd. officially launched the GAC M8 PHEV, a 7-seat luxury plug-in hybrid MPV, in Thailand. Prices start at THB 2,499,000. The M8 PHEV comes with the 2.0T engine that delivers power of 140 kW and 330 Nm of torque, paired with 134 kW electric motor. Power is transmitted through GAC’s GMC400 hybrid transmission. This MPV provides a WLTC combined driving r...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/14

GWM to launch POER300 in double-cab pick-up in UK On August 4, GWM UK announced that it will launch the GWM POER300 double-cab pick-up truck in the UK in mid-September 2025. It will be powered by a 2.4-litre turbo diesel engine, delivering 183ps of power and 480 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a new nine-speed automatic transmission and full-time 4×4 system with low-range capability. It has a braked towing capacity of 3,500 kg and can ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/12

Geely launches Galaxy A7 plug-in hybrid electric sedan On August 8, Geely Galaxy announced the launch of the Galaxy A7 midsize plug-in hybrid electric sedan. It offers an EV-only range of 70km or 150km. It is available in seven variants, with prices ranging from CNY 81,800 to CNY 117,800.  The Galaxy A7 adopts the “Ripple Aesthetics” exterior design concept that incorporates traditional Chinese aesthetics with modern luxury technologies. It ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/12

FAW-Audi launches A5L midsize sedan On August 7, Audi announced the launch of the all-new A5L midsize sedan. The model is available in five variants, with prices ranging from CNY 239,800 to CNY 289,800. Pricing for two of the variants has not yet been announced. The A5L measures 4,908mm long, 1,860mm wide, and 1,427mm / 1,442mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,969mm. Built on Audi’s new PPC (Premium Platform Combustion), the A5L adopts the new E³ 1...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/12

ECARX provides Antora and Cloudpeak solutions for Geely Galaxy A7 in China On August 8, ECARX Holdings Inc. announced that it is providing AI Enhanced Antora 1000 computing platform and Cloudpeak cross-domain software stack to power the intelligent cockpit of the Geely Galaxy A7 plug-in hybrid sedan, which officially launched in China. Powered by the ASIL-B certified AI Enhanced Antora 1000 computing platform and integrated with a customized Flym...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/11

TENET, Russia to introduce mid-size urban crossover TENET T7 On August 8, TENET announced its second model, the mid-size urban crossover TENET T7. TENET T7 is equipped with a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine with a power of 150 hp. The engine is paired with a 7-speed robotic gearbox. It will have a 2,670 mm wheelbase. The TENET T7 crossover was created with a deep understanding of the Russian climate and operating conditions. It will have a curved p...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08

Volkswagen South Africa opens pre-orders for new Tayron SUV On August 7, Volkswagen South Africa opened pre-orders for the all-new Tayron, a 7-seater SUV positioned between the Tiguan and Touareg. It is 4.79m long and features a 1.4 TSI engine which generates output of 110 kW paired with a 7-speed DSG gearbox, delivering 250 Nm of torque between 1,500–3,500 rpm. The range starts with the Tayron base (5-seater only), which includes Eco LED headl...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08

GIIAS 2025: Toyota surpasses 4,000 SPKs; Kijang Innova Zenix Hybrid contributes 25% Reported on August 3, 2025, Toyota Astra-Motor secured approximately 4,250 Vehicle Order Letters (SPKs) over 8 days at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS 2025). The Kijang Innova Zenix Hybrid accounted for about 25% of these orders. Electrified vehicles accounted for 34% of Toyota’s total orders, marking a 7% increase over GIIAS 2024. Official...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08