47th Bangkok Motor Show adopts “The Iconic Synchronicity” theme with global lineup From March 25 to April 5, 2026, Thailand's 47th Bangkok International Motor Show (47th BIMS) will be held under the theme “The Iconic Synchronicity” (Press Day/VIP Day: March 23 for vehicle brands and March 24 for motorcycle brands). International automotive brands participating in the show include Chinese marques such as NIO (including Firefly), Zeekr, XPe...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

Renault 2025 financial presentation and Q&A: Resilient European momentum, cost headwinds, and disciplined capital strategy driving 2026 transition On February 19, Renault held the presentation for the 2025 financial results, attended by François Provost CEO and other executives. Main Q&As Sales trend in EuropeQ: Renault had sharp deterioration in the European commercial dynamic from November until January. Is this driven by Chinese OEMs gaining ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/24

Audi to access authorized Tesla Supercharger network in Mexico On February 9, Audi México announced its integration into the authorized Tesla Supercharger network, allowing its electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle customers to access 19 charging sites with 88 Superchargers enabled for third-party vehicles and compatible with the NACS/J3400 standard. Audi customers will be able to use this network through the Audi NACS DC adapter, developed by the...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/16

ays. After a short sleep, the driver is gently woken up using sound, light, and seat massage. Each experience lasts about 10 to 20 minutes and can adjust automatically to the car’s movement. Drivers can easily control everything using the Audi voice assistant. In the future, the system could also be enhanced in-car gaming, for example, by syncing lights or air conditioning with the game. A demo of this lighting feature was recently shown in an ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/27

Mazda Thailand plans 5 electrified models over 3 years; reveals 2026 sales outlook Reported on January 24, 2026, Mazda has reaffirmed its plan to launch at least five new models in Thailand over the next three years, comprising two BEVs, one PHEV, and two HEVs. At least two new models are scheduled for launch in 2026.  According to Mazda, the Mazda 6e BEV attracted over 4,000 reservations after its preview in late 2025, with an official launch a...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/27

egree safety shield. The car includes a 3D surround-view system and uses 29% recycled aluminum and 18% recycled steel. The rear-wheel-drive ES90 produces 245 kW (333 hp) and 480 Nm of torque, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds and reaching a top speed of 180 km/h. Its 92 kWh battery can be fully charged in 10 hours via AC, or 10–80% in 22 minutes with 350 kW DC fast charging. Energy consumption is 15.9 kWh/100 km. The sedan seats fi...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/23

The company will introduce the X platform, the world’s first 3rd-generation platform for new energy light-duty trucks, which allows for a gross vehicle mass of 4.5-14t, a range of 200-1,500km, and an output power of 120-235kW. The new Xingzhi T light-duty truck lineup built on the X platform will be launched in Q1 2026. -          The company will launch a battery electric camping vehicle model built on the SuperVAN in 2026. -    ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/12

SeeWay.ai to invest in Phigent Robotics SeeWay.ai Co., Ltd. (SeeWay.ai) announced that it will subscribe for the issued shares of Beijing Phigent Robotics Technology Co., Ltd. (Phigent Robotics) for CNY 250 million and its 100% stake in an intelligent driving subsidiary. Upon completion of the transaction, SeeWay.ai will become the largest shareholder of Phigent Robotics with a 39.14% stake, and the reorganized Phigent Robotics will function as a...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/18

Audi announces major hardware and software upgrades across PPE and PPC models for 2025 On November 26, Audi announced that its models on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) and Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) will receive a comprehensive hardware and software update at the start of the new model year. These upgrades will be offered on the A5, A6, Q5, A6 e-tron, and Q6 e-tron series. The updates include new headlights, improved driver-assistance...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/26

Mazda Australia set to launch all-electric Mazda 6e in mid-2026 Announced on October 24, 2025, Mazda Australia has confirmed the local launch of the all-electric Mazda 6e, expected to join the line-up in mid-2026. This EV embodies two decades of collaboration with Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd., combining intelligent electrification, rapid charging, and advanced cabin technology with Mazda’s signature craftsmanship, refined design, and ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/27

Toyota to lead UK consortium for development of lightweight EV On October 15, the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC) announced that Toyota will lead a consortium to research and develop a new lightweight battery electric vehicle in Derbyshire, UK. The project aims to accelerate the shift to zero tailpipe emission transport by validating a novel, lightweight battery electric vehicle (BEV) in the L6e category. The vehicle will be manufactured at T...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/16

Dacia expands powertrain lineup with Hybrid-G 150 4x4 for Duster and Bigster On September 4, Dacia introduced a new hybrid-G 150 4x4 powertrain for both the Duster and Bigster models. This combines hybrid tech, LPG bi-fuel, and all-wheel drive. It uses a 1.2-litre 48V mild-hybrid engine of 140 hp on the front axle and a 31 hp electric motor on the rear, delivering a total output of 154 hp. Torque is 230 Nm from the gasoline engine and up to 87 Nm...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

0.4kWh/100km or 11.9kWh/100km, and a DC fast-charging time of 20 or 21 minutes from 30% to 80% state-of-charge. Some variants of the MG4 EV are powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip, supporting an OPPO intelligent phone-car connectivity system. The top variant is powered by a Horizon Robotics J6e chip with a computing power of 80 TOPS, enabling driver assistance features such as HNOA (Highway Navigate on Autopilot) and multi-scenario intelli...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

Horizon Robotics starts volume delivery of Journey 6E chip Beijing Horizon Robotics Technology R&D Co., Ltd.  (Horizon Robotics) started the volume delivery of the Journey 6E chip, which is first applied to the 2nd-generation Aion V, the MG4, the Roewe M7 DMH, and popular models of automakers such as Chery. The Aion V Home made the debut of the Journey 6E chip, enabling features such as NDA (Navigated Driving Assist) and all-scenario intelligent...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/01

new premium Audi Q6 e-tron SUV, consisting of both a traditional car key and a digital, smartphone-based CoSmA key. The CoSmA digital key includes integration into a central control unit, transceivers featuring ultra-wideband (UWB) radio technology, and intelligent software. It enables vehicles to be unlocked and started via smartphone using Bluetooth Low Energy and UWB radio technology. The system precisely detects the location of an authorized...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

Horse Powertrain unveils first integrated hybrid system HR18 HEV On June 24, Horse Technologies, part of Horse Powertrain, announced its new integrated hybrid powertrain – the HR18 HEV. It was developed at the R&D centers in Romania and Spain, and will be manufactured at Horse Technologies’ Bursa plant in Türkiye, and its Valladolid plant in Spain. The new hybrid system combines a gasoline engine, electric motor, transmission, and power elec...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/24

ity and space requirements while improving energy efficiency. The digital OLED 2.0 taillight improves road safety by displaying static light symbols that help alert other road users to hazards like accidents or breakdowns. In addition, it offers drivers up to eight digital light signatures that can be customized via the MMI or the myAudi app. (From a press release dated June 4, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/05

NXP unveils AI-enabled OrangeBox 2.0 connectivity domain controller development platform NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NXP) has unveiled the second generation of its OrangeBox automotive-grade development platform, designed to simplify and secure automotive communication between the vehicle’s gateway and its wireless technologies. The OrangeBox 2.0 incorporates AI capabilities, post-quantum cryptography, an ASIL B safety island, and integrated softw...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/21

ng 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) and incorporates a lithium-ion battery with a certified range of 445 km (Inmetro standard). Fast charging from 10% to 80% can be done in 21 minutes, and the vehicle supports AC charging up to 11 kW. Regarding safety, the Audi A6 Sportback e-tron includes adaptive cruise contr...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/09

Changan Mazda ships first batch of Mazda 6e electric sedan to Europe On April 22, multiple sources announced that Changan Mazda has shipped the first batch of its flagship all-electric sedan, the MAZDA 6e, from the Port of Waigaoqiao in Shanghai, China. The first batch, consisting of 600 MAZDA 6e vehicles, were shipped and are expected to reach the Belgian port in May 2025. The vehicle will be delivered to European dealers in summer 2025, expandi...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23