Comau provides smart manufacturing solution for Li Auto’s next-generation EV range extender On May 29, Comau developed advanced automation tech for Li Auto’s new range extender line, helping the company reach up to 400,000 units of annual production. The complete solution covers concept design, system simulation, assembly, and commissioning. The automation system handles key parts of the line—interior, exterior, cylinder head, and piston-ro...

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Lumax Auto Technologies, India wins new business form Mahindra, Honda, and Maruti Suzuki On May 28, Lumax Auto Technologies Limited announced that during the quarter that ended on March 31, 2025, it won a new business to supply cockpit assembly for Thar Roxx and its newly launched electric vehicles, BE6, and XEV 9E. It will also supply a gear shifter (automatic transmission and manual transmission) and a Shark fin antenna for the Honda Amaze seda...

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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...

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Ford launches F-150 Tremor in Brazil On May 23, Ford officially launched the F-150 Tremor in Brazil, expanding its pickup lineup with a model designed to combine daily comfort with serious off-road capability. Equipped with a 5.0-liter Coyote V8 gasoline engine, the Tremor delivers 405 hp and 56.7 kgfm of torque at 4,250 rpm, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7 seconds and features a 136-liter fue...

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, which could then be deducted from tariffs, a separate source said. VW, Mercedes-Benz and BMW have declined making comment on any recent talks with the U.S. government, though they previously said they were holding talks with the administration over the tariff issue. Executives at BMW, the largest auto exporter by volume from the U.S., and VW subsidiary Audi recently indicated optimism that there might be movement on the issue in coming months. ...

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Volvo Buses partners with GB Auto, Egypt to boost bus exports and sustainable manufacturing in MEA region On May 28, Volvo Buses signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with GB Auto, a leading automotive company in the Middle East and Africa, to enhance their collaboration on the export of Volvo buses and coaches to the region. As part of the agreement, GB Auto will invest and upgrade its bus factory in Ain Sokhna, Egypt. Volvo Buses will sup...

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Mitsubishi Motors Vietnam to introduce DST Concept in June; April sales reach 2,038 units Reported on May 29, 2025, Mitsubishi Motors Vietnam will unveil the DST Concept, a new 7-seat SUV, at the Mitsubishi Motors Vietnam Festival 2025. Following its debut at the 2024 Philippine International Auto Show, this will be the model’s first appearance in Vietnam.  The special event will take place on June 6 in Hanoi, with public displays scheduled fo...

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atchback hybrid will begin production at Honda's Indiana Plant in Greensburg starting in September. The plant had been building the 2014 and 2015 Civic hybrid and the 2025 Civic hatchback hybrid until production shifted to Japan earlier in the year. Following the announcement of President Trump’s auto tariffs, Honda confirmed plans to shift production of the next Civic hatchback hybrid back to the Indiana plant. However, no facility expansion o...

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Stellantis’ StarPlus Energy workers in Indiana battery plant authorize UAW representation On May 27, the United Auto Workers said a majority of workers at Stellantis’ EV battery joint venture in Kokomo, Indiana, have signed authorization cards to join the union. StarPlus Energy, the partnership between Stellantis and Samsung SDI, has agreed to recognize the union as representing the 420 workers at the site, the UAW said in a news release.  S...

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IAC International inaugurates two manufacturing plants at Pune, India On May 28, Lumax Auto Technologies Limited announced that IAC International Automotive India Private Limited (formerly known as Lumax Integrated Ventures Private Limited), a wholly-owned Subsidiary, inaugurated its two new manufacturing plants at Chakan (Pune), Maharashtra. The first facility, an extension of IAC’s existing site within the Mahindra Supplier Park, spans 94,000...

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Avtotor, Russia launches IT project for auto component life cycle management On May 27, Avtotor announced that it has started implementing an IT project to develop a life cycle management system for auto components, covering product development, production technologies, and engineering data exchange between suppliers and automakers. The project aims to boost production efficiency by creating scalable IT solutions for domestic automotive companie...

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e Vectoring, adjustable regenerative braking (up to One Pedal mode), and a patented Overtake function. The interior blends sportiness and luxury, with Devialet sound systems, 13 speakers, and dual digital displays. Standard features include Google Maps with EV route planning, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and semi-autonomous driving aids.  At launch, A390 price in GT and GTS versions will range from EUR 65,000 to EUR 76,000, depending on the coun...

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TAJCO to invest MXN 200 million for new manufacturing plant in Mexico On May 27, it was announced that Danish automotive components manufacturer TAJCO will invest over MXN 200 million to establish a new plant in Querétaro, Mexico. The facility will be in the FINSA III Industrial Park and is expected to begin operations in June 2026, creating more than 270 direct jobs for the manufacture of auto parts. The commitment was formalized during an even...

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Deepal launches S09 range-extended electric SUV On May 22, Deepal, a Changan Auto sub-brand, launched the S09 flagship range-extended electric SUV. The model is available in three RWD and two 4WD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 239,900 to CNY 309,900. The S09 features a technological, trendy front fascia with the Super Flash integrated design concept, as well as petal-styled lights and a minimalistic yet sophisticated rear. It offers four ...

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21, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) released the “Catalog of New Energy Models Eligible for Vehicle Purchase Tax Breaks (17th List)”. The selected battery electric models consist of 31 passenger vehicles (including BYD’s Yangwang U9, Leapmotor’s C16, and Li Auto’s Li i8), 39 buses, 86 trucks, and 268 special-purpose vehicles. The selected plug-in hybrid electric models consist of 17 passenger vehicles (...

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Jiangsu HiPhi established, with 69.8% of shares held by Canada’s EV Electra Information from the National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System (NECIPS) shows that on May 22, Jiangsu HiPhi Auto Co., Ltd. (Jiangsu HiPhi) was established in Yancheng, Jiangsu. With a registered capital of around USD 143 million, Jiangsu HiPhi is 69.8% and 30.2% owned by EV Electra, a Canadian EV company, and Human Horizons, the parent company of the forme...

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itially set for April 9, was delayed, prompting buyers to stockpile products ahead of its expected enforcement in early July. The U.S. remains Thailand’s largest tire export market, accounting for 25% of total U.S. tire imports. While exports are strong, domestic sales are sluggish due to tighter auto loan approvals amid high household debt. To mitigate this, Inoue is targeting new international markets. The company operates two plants, one in ...

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GM Oshawa could build military vehicles, says Canadian industry minister On May 22, while touring GM’s Oshawa Assembly Plant, Canada’s Industry Minister Melanie Joly suggested that a drive to bolster the country’s military will form part of Ottawa’s response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs on the Canadian auto industry. Joly said higher federal defense spending could provide support for industries affected by tariffs, including...

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Smart expands to Morocco market through partnership with Auto Nejma, plans to launch EV models by 2025 On May 27, Smart entered the Moroccan market through a partnership with Auto Nejma, a local automotive distributor and official Mercedes-Benz partner. This marks Smart’s presence in 38 countries and regions worldwide. By 2027, Auto Nejma will open six Smart showrooms in key Moroccan cities, offering modern urban mobility solutions. The Smart #...

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of electric and connected vehicles, their systems, subsystems, and components, as well as certain auxiliary infrastructure systems necessary for their deployment. Among the selected companies are Mercedes Benz Alava, Robert Bosch Madrid, Robert Bosch Aranjuez, Norpoo Electronics, La Rioja, Zanini Auto Grup, Barcelona, Forvia Interior Systems, Valencia, etc.   Based on press release from the Ministry of Industry and Tourism, Spain ...

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