Chery Exeed enters 3.0 era On December 22, Exeed, a Chery sub-brand, announced the opening of a 3.0 era at a brand event in Beijing. In the 3.0 era, Exeed is committed to “becoming an innovator among global high-performance and luxury automobile brands amid intelligent mobility” by driving brand evolution from the perspectives of basic performance, value experience, and emotional expression and achieving leapfrogs in new technologies, new des...

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Nissan teases Gravite seven-seater B-MPV for India launch in early 2026 On December 18, 2025, Nissan Motor India announced that its upcoming all-new seven-seater B-MPV for the Indian market will be called Gravite and is scheduled for launch in early 2026. The Gravite is the first product in Nissan’s refreshed, strategically curated line-up for India and will be manufactured locally at Renault’s Chennai facility, with the product roadmap also ...

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Renault announces Twingo E-Tech electric details On December 16, Renault announced the launch details and pricing for the new Twingo E-Tech electric. The Renault Twingo E-Tech electric is powered by an 82 hp electric motor paired with a 27.5 kWh battery, delivering a driving range of up to 263 km. The powertrain is optimized for urban use, offering zero tailpipe emissions and features such as one-pedal driving on higher trims to improve efficienc...

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Kim Long Motor, KIJSETTHI Mobility partner to supply 1,000 Vietnam-made buses to Thailand On December 9, 2025, Kim Long Motor and Thailand’s KIJSETTHI Mobility signed an agreement to supply 1,000 KIMLONG-branded buses to Thailand, marking a key milestone in the Vietnamese manufacturer’s international expansion. The order covers 12m ICE and electric buses, 7.8m ICE buses, and a 7.5m electric bus, all engineered to meet Thailand’s operating a...

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BMW Group launches MINI Convertible in India On December 12, 2025, BMW Group India launched the all-new MINI Convertible in India for INR 5.85 million. Bookings are open, and deliveries are set to commence immediately, as the model is being imported as a completely built-up unit (CBU). The new MINI Convertible S is powered by a petrol engine featuring MINI TwinPower Turbo technology, producing 150 kW (204 hp) and 300 Nm, paired with a 7-speed dou...

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Auto sales in Vietnam down 11.0% in November According to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) report issued on December 9, automobile sales (including imported vehicles of non-VAMA manufactures' sales) in Vietnam were down 11.0% year-over-year to 39,338 units in November. CKD volume was 18,370 units and CBU volume was 20,968 units. VAMA members (20 manufacturers) sales in November were down 14.9% y/y to 33,689 units. VAMA memb...

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Changan launches AVATR 12 luxury grand coupe in Russia On December 5, Changan began sales of the AVATR 12 luxury grand coupe in Russia, with prices starting at RUB 6.5 million. The model’s name is pronounced “AVATR-One-Two,” reflecting the design team’s intention to emphasize the brand’s unique identity. The AVATR 12 measures 5,020 mm in length, 1,999 mm in width, and has a wheelbase of 3,020 mm. It is equipped with a modern three-compo...

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TENET, Russia launches new T4 compact crossover with 4WD On December 4, TENET announced the launch of a new version of the T4 compact crossover, which is now offered with an intelligent 4WD system. The T4 4WD Active is priced at RUB 2,390,000, and the Prime version at RUB 2,550,000. The new all-wheel-drive model is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged gasoline engine producing 147 hp of power, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. The ve...

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All-new Mitsubishi Destinator launched in Vietnam, global rollout to follow Announced on December 1, 2025, Mitsubishi Motors Vietnam (MMV) officially began sales of the all-new Destinator, a 7-seat Versatile Premium Family SUV priced from VND 780 million. Developed through extensive research on Southeast Asian road conditions and customer needs, the Destinator blends SUV performance with MPV-level space and practicality. Key highlights include a ...

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NORA Micro EV debuts in Pakistan as four-seat urban city car On November 29, multiple sources reported that NORA, a new micro-EV brand, introduced the NORA EV in Pakistan, a small four-seat, quadricycle-style electric car aimed at short urban trips and use in dense traffic. The vehicle uses a battery of about 9.36 kWh with a stated range of roughly 120 km per charge, a 4.7 hp motor, and AC home charging in around 6–8 hours. It includes basic eq...

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Piaggio Vehicles, India launches Apé Xtra Bada 700 and Apé Xtra 600 diesel Cargo three-wheelers On November 20, Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd launched two new diesel cargo three-wheelers, the Apé Xtra Bada 700 for INR 345 thousand and the Apé Xtra 600 for INR 288 thousand. The Apé Xtra Bada 700 features a 700 DI diesel engine, a 7-foot cargo deck, and a 750 kg payload capacity. The vehicle platform is entirely new, with an improved chassis, new s...

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GWM launches Haval H6L SUV On November 18, Great Wall Motor (GWM) launched the Haval H6L SUV. The model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 117,900 to CNY 141,900. The Haval H6L measures 4,800mm long, 1,895mm wide, and 1,730mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,810mm. The Haval H6L features a front-engine FWD layout. Equipped with a GWM in-house developed 6th-generation powertrain that comprises either a 175kW/385Nm 2.0T engine a...

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obile. When compared to competing local suppliers, we believe JTEKT's strengths lie in the knowledge and quality that we have garnered over the years based on developing and commercially producing EPSs. Q7. Are you taking any particular action in response to the tariffs being imposed by the U.S.A.? A7. No we are not taking any particular action at this time in response to the tariffs, such as transferring production. However, what we are doing in...

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Renault Kangoo Emotion to be launched in Colombia On November 14, Renault-Sofasa announced the launch of the new Renault Kangoo Emotion at the Bogotá International Motor Show in Colombia. Designed for entrepreneurs, workers, and families, the model combines versatility, efficiency, and comfort within the utility segment. The passenger version features a 1.6 SCe engine producing 114 hp and 156 Nm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, offeri...

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EV Primus to launch Wuling Starlight e-MPV-VAN in Thailand at 42nd Motor Expo Reported on November 13, 2025, EV Primus Co., Ltd., the distributor of Wuling electric vehicles in Thailand, is set to locally launch a new model, the “Wuling Starlight MPV-VAN,” a 7-seater EV with sliding doors, at the 42nd Motor Expo 2025 taking place at the end of November. The Starlight MPV-VAN offers a maximum driving range of 540 km and captain seats, targetin...

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Auto sales in Vietnam down 2.2% in October According to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) report issued on November 12, automobile sales (including imported vehicles of non-VAMA manufactures' sales) in Vietnam were down 2.2% year-over-year to 37,910 units in October. CKD volume was 17,129 units and CBU volume was 20,781 units. VAMA members (20 manufacturers) sales in October were down 9.3% y/y to 31,844 units. VAMA members p...

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Indonesian sales down 4.4% to 74,019 in October, BYD up to 3rd position The Association of Indonesia Automotive Industries (GAIKINDO) and other sources reported that Indonesian vehicle sales in October 2025 were 74,019 units, down 4.4% compared to October 2024. By automaker sales in October, Toyota was down 23.9% y/y to 20,559 units and a 27.8% market share. Daihatsu was down 16.4% to 11,783 units with a 15.9% market share. BYD was up 325.8% to 1...

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Chery launches in Kenya, plans local assembly On November 7, multiple sources reported that Chery has introduced its debut lineup of Tiggo 4 Pro, Tiggo 7 Pro, and Tiggo 8 Pro Max SUVs in Kenya in partnership with Caetano Kenya. Tiggo 8 Pro Max is a 7-seater SUV. Tiggo 7 Pro is a 5-seater SUV.  Tiggo 4 Pro is a compact, urban SUV. During the launch event, the Managing Director of Caetano Kenya announced that it will start CKD assembly of Chery ve...

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Mexican auto exports down 5.5% in October 2025 OEMs with manufacturing operations in Mexico exported 314,227 light vehicles in October 2025, a 5.5% decrease compared to the 332,356 units shipped in October 2024, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI). OEMs with increased exports in October included Chrysler with a 40.0% increase to 35,939 units; BMW Group with a 23.3% increase to 11,992 units; Mercedes Benz with a...

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Mexican vehicle sales up 6.0% in October 2025 On November 4, Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia (INEGI) reported sales of 129,736 light vehicles in October, representing an increase of 6.0% from the 122,406 sales in October 2024. Nissan sold 22,701 units in October, an increase of 8.1% from the previous year. Overall Volkswagen Group sales of 15,266 units in October increased 2.3% from the same month in 2024. General Motors ...

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