Pioneer India launches 360° surround view camera, secures first OEM deal On July 15, Pioneer India launched its new Automotive 360° Surround View Camera System. Alongside the product launch, the company confirmed that it has secured its first OEM customer in India. The 360° Surround View Camera System offers a real-time composite bird’s-eye view using four HD/FHD wide-angle cameras. It is designed to reduce blind spots, assist in tight manoe...

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EVCIPA Open Service Platform introduced On July 12, at the 2025 China Auto Forum, the China Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Promotion Alliance (EVCIPA) introduced the EVCIPA Open Service Platform, a platform with full technology empowerment from VDBP to further enhance the service levels of EVCIPA members and promote the efficient circulation of various production factors in the charging and battery swapping sectors. The platform is comp...

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China’s H1 2025 auto component exports to EU increase by 9.7% y/y On July 14, China’s State Council Information Office (SCIO) announced that according to customs statistics, in the first half of 2025 (H1 2025), China’s imports and exports with the EU totaled CNY 2.82 trillion, up 3.5% year-over-year (y/y) and averaging over CNY 15 billion per day. The EU accounted for 12.9% of China’s total foreign trade value during the same period, hold...

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VinFast to unveil new RHD EV at GIIAS 2025 in Indonesia Announced on July 15, 2025, VinFast has confirmed its return to the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2025, taking place from July 24 to August 3. The company is preparing to introduce a “completely” new right-hand drive electric vehicle to the Indonesian market With this new model, VinFast’s local EV lineup will grow to 5 models, joining the VF 3, VF 5, VF 6, and VF e...

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Thailand’s auto industry confronts U.S. tariffs and steel price surge Reported on July 12, 2025, Thai auto parts manufacturers are bracing for the impact of steep U.S. tariffs and volatile global steel prices, which are two developments threatening to disrupt the automotive supply chain. The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI)’s Auto Parts Industry Club recently convened to address these growing concerns. In April, the U.S. imposed a 25% tari...

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V factory in Ha Tinh, focusing on compact models such as the VF 3, Minio Green, and EC Van, serving both domestic and export markets. To further bolster its operations, VinFast aims to achieve over 80% localization by 2026, enhancing supply chain development and production efficiency. (From VinFast Auto press release dated July 11, 2025)...

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Adient launches mechanical massage seat solution in China ahead of Americas, EU On July 15, Adient announced it has launched a new mechanical massage seat solution. The innovation debuted in GAC-Trumpchi's new PHEV model M8, which features three-row seating and an industry-first massage system supplied by Adient that redefines auto seating comfort. Adient's mechanical massage solution uses a 3D massage module that precisely simulates professional...

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hermal management systems, including a liquid-cooled battery pack and active air flap. The IP67-rated battery has been tested for water resistance, drops, and vibrations. The EV features paddle shifters with four levels of regenerative braking, including an i-Pedal mode for single-pedal driving. An auto mode adjusts regeneration levels based on traffic conditions. It comes with ADAS Level 2, featuring over 20 autonomous functions such as smart cr...

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io aligned to the increasing demand for both internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric vehicle (EV) models. Hero MotoCorp’s expansion will initially target Germany, France, Spain, and the United Kingdom. The company also highlighted its joint venture with Marelli Europe S.p.A., Italy—HMC MM Auto Limited, based in India. The JV focuses on the manufacturing, assembly, sale, and distribution of two-wheeler fuel injection systems and componen...

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Geely Auto and Zeekr signs merger agreement to strengthen global competitiveness On July 15, Geely Holding Group announced that its subsidiaries, Geely Automobile Holdings Limited (Geely Auto) and Zeekr Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. (Zeekr), have entered into a merger agreement. As per the agreement, Geely Auto will acquire all remaining outstanding shares of Zeekr that it does not already own. Zeekr shareholders will have the option to recei...

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BYD Auto Japan to start providing paid service to optimize EV drive batteries in 2025 BYD Auto Japan (Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture), which is a group company of Chinese BYD Auto Co., Ltd. and a passenger vehicle dealer in Japan, will start offering a paid service to optimize electric vehicle (EV) drive batteries by the end of this year. The service is designed to maintain the performance of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batter...

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Trump attacks Japanese auto imbalance ahead of Bessent visit On July 13, U.S. President Trump attacked the car trade imbalance between the U.S. and Japan again, days ahead of a scheduled visit by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent that could apply further pressure to Japan’s minority government. “They sell us millions and millions of cars a year. We sell them no cars because they won’t accept our cars. And they won’t accept much of our agri...

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VinFast begins signing dealer agreements across 27 Indian cities On July 12, VinFast Auto India signed dealer partner agreements with 13 dealer groups to establish 32 dealerships across 27 cities nationwide. This move supports the company’s plan to build a 3S (Sales, Service, Spares) network and sets the stage for the upcoming pre-booking of the VF 6 and VF 7 models on July 15.The initial dealerships will be set up in key urban and emerging EV ...

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UK Government launches GBP 2.5 billion DRIVE35 program for automotive industry On July 13, the UK Government launched the GBP 2.5 billion DRIVE35 program to support the automotive industry. It will fund a wide spectrum of projects that help the transition to zero-emission vehicle manufacturing, targeting established high-volume manufacturing and multi-billion-pound gigafactories, all the way to start-ups, prototypes, and cutting-edge automotive i...

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2025 China Auto Forum officially opened On July 10, the 2025 China Auto Forum was officially opened in Jiading, Shanghai. The event will end on July 12. With the theme of “Enhance Quality, Embrace Innovation, and Win the Future with Intelligence”, the 2025 China Auto Forum has 15 sessions and a number of activities, including 1 closed-door summit, 1 conference forum, 1 technology leader summit, 12 thematic forums, and a thematic exhibition. A...

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Guangzhou authorities reclaim 437,441-square-meter plot from Evergrande Auto On July 8, the Guangzhou Municipal Planning and Natural Resources Bureau (GMPNRB) announced that in accordance with relevant national land regulations, a land parcel registered under Evergrande Hengchi New Energy Automotive Technology (Guangdong) Co., Ltd. has been identified as idle land for company-related reasons since June 9, 2021. With a registered area of 437,441 s...

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c transport, and food service sectors. The lineup includes (i) an EV ambulance created with Ambulance Pintar Indonesia (API), (ii) a food truck built by Delima Mandiri for small businesses with integrated cooking and service features, and (iii) a public minibus or mikrotrans developed with PT Asian Auto International (AAI), featuring 12 seats, air conditioning, and safety-enhanced interiors. (From Wuling Motors Indonesia release / social media up...

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Nyle conducts survey on pets and driving Users who regard their pets as family members are increasing, and there are many drivers who travel by car with their dogs and cats. In addition to daily shopping, “pet tourism,” in which people travel with their pets, is also gaining prominence. According to a “Car and Pet Survey” conducted by Nyle Inc., which engages in auto lease and other businesses, more than 70% of respondents said that they ...

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VinFast India partners with BatX Energies for battery recycling and material recovery On July 11, VinFast Auto India signed an agreement with BatX Energies, a clean-tech firm specializing in battery recycling and critical material recovery. Under this partnership, BatX will handle high-voltage battery recycling, repurposing, and rare metal recovery, including lithium, cobalt, and nickel, across VinFast India’s factory and after-sales operations...

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VinFast India onboards first 200 employees for upcoming Tamil Nadu EV plant On July 9, VinFast Auto India announced the induction of its first cohort of 200 locally hired professionals at its upcoming EV manufacturing facility in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. The company plans to generate employment for up to 3,500 professionals over the next five years, with recruitment aligned to the plant’s phased expansion. The newly hired employees are undergoi...

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