BMW unveils Vision BMW ALPINA concept at Villa d’Este 2026, Italy On May 15, BMW revealed the Vision BMW ALPINA at the 2026 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, Italy. It’s a concept car powered by V8 engine, tuned to deliver the classic Alpina sound. Exterior, it is 5.2 meters long, and the sloping coupé roof suggests both speed and enough space for four adults to travel comfortably. The front has a bold but clean look, and the signature ...

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Sterling Tools, India invests in EV Subsidiary Sterling E-Mobility Solutions On May 15, Sterling Tools Limited's board approved an equity investment of up to INR 200 million in Sterling E-Mobility Solutions Limited (SEM), formerly known as Sterling Gtake E-Mobility Limited, its wholly owned subsidiary engaged in the electric vehicle industry. The investment is intended to meet SEM's capital expenditure and working capital requirements. There will...

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Turing selected for METI and NEDO autonomous driving program Turing, Inc. (Turing, Ota Ward, Tokyo), a developer of autonomous driving systems, announced that it has been selected for the “Post-5G Information and Communication System Infrastructure Strengthening R&D Program / Robot Foundation Model Research and Development (GENIAC),” a program promoted by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the New Energy and Industrial Tec...

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Eicher Trucks and Buses, India signs MoU with Cityflo for 2,000 bus deployment On May 14, Eicher Trucks and Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV), signed an MoU (memorandum of understanding) with Cityflo to procure 2,000 Eicher buses over three years, with approximately 500 buses planned for deployment in FY 2027 (ending March). The partnership builds on Cityflo's existing fleet of nearly 2,000 buses across multiple cities.  Un...

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Pirelli supplies two custom P Zero tire fitments for new BMW iX3 Pirelli Tyre S.p.A. (Pirelli) has developed two bespoke tire fitments for the new BMW iX3, the first model built on BMW’s Neue Klasse EV platform. The dedicated version of the fifth-generation P Zero focuses on precise handling, while the P Zero E highlights the characteristics of electric drivetrains and features over 55% of natural and recycled materials. The P Zero is available...

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JPJ data shows Malaysia’s Top EV brands and models in April 2026 Reported on May 11, 2026, Malaysian Road Transport Department (JPJ) data showed Proton keeping its position as the leading EV brand in April 2026, registering 2,408 units. It remained ahead of BYD (1,413), iCaur (547), Zeekr (357), and Tesla (172). The rest of the top 10 included Xpeng (150), Leapmotor (108), MG (92), TQ Wuling (91), and MINI (81), while the remaining top 20 compr...

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Jatco aiming to achieving JPY 100 billion sales in new business in 2030 Jatco Ltd. (Jatco, Fuji City, Shizuoka Prefecture) aims to achieve sales of JPY 100 billion in its new business including electric motorcycle drive parts and other products by 2030. The company plans to expand the technologies it has cultivated for automobiles to related fields and develop them into one of its future pillars. Jatco will start the mass production of electric m...

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Mercedes-Benz recalls 144,049 vehicles over blank infotainment screens in U.S. On May 7, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) announced it is recalling certain 2024-2026 AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, SL, CLE, and GLC vehicles in which the infotainment control unit may reset while the vehicle is in motion and cause the instrument panel display to go blank. The recall involves 144,049 vehicles sold in the U.S., including a range consisting of Mercedes-Benz G...

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E.ON, Germany, plans to acquire OVO to expand UK Energy and EV services On May 11, E.ON announced its plans to buy OVO Energy to grow its retail business and expand services such as EV charging, home batteries, and smart tariffs in UK. The move is part of E.ON’s plan to focus on customers and support the energy transition by combining EV charging, solar power, and home energy systems into a flexible network. The deal will help it reach more cus...

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Mercedes-Benz reduces carbon emissions by 21% in production of all-new GLB electric SUV On May 13, Mercedes-Benz announced that its all-new electric GLB sets a new standard for sustainable production, supported by a 360° Environmental Check and carbon-dioxide reduced supply chain. The company has already reduced carbon emissions in production by about 21% through close supplier collaboration, use of renewable energy, and low-carbon materials. Th...

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JLR India launches Range Rover Sport SV at INR 20.5 million On May 12, 2026, JLR India launched the Range Rover Sport SV in India at INR 20.5 million. The vehicles will also be the first from the Range Rover Sport SV portfolio to be offered at a post-UK-India FTA price point. It is powered by a 467 kW, 750 Nm twin-turbo V8 mild-hybrid powertrain. The model accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 3.8 seconds and features 6D Dynamics suspension, i.e., a h...

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KPIT Technologies, India updates about new order wins, Honda EV Cancellation and Hero Motors partnership On May 7, 2026, in an investor update, KPIT Technologies announced that it added 13 new clients in FY 2026 (ending March). The additions include 4 truck OEM clients, 6 off-highway OEM clients across 4 countries, and 3 new passenger car OEMs. A Japanese Tier-1 supplier was also won for next-generation digital cockpit delivery across 3 OEMs, wit...

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Toyota Egypt introduces two electric vehicles On May 13, multiple sources reported that Toyota Egypt Group unveiled its first electric cars for the Egyptian market. It has introduced the Toyota bZ4X and Lexus RZ. Both vehicles are based on the advanced e-TNGA electric platform. The company is also planning to provide after-sales services, charging infrastructure, and technical support. Based on multiple sources...

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JTEKT develops new ball bearing for e-Axle; mass production to start in June this year; product supports world's highest speed of 40,000 rpm JTEKT Corporation (JTEKT) has announced that it has developed an ultra-high-speed rotating deep-groove ball bearing for e-axles for electric vehicles (EVs) and will start mass production in June. By optimizing the shape and material of its resin cage, it can handle 40,000 revolutions per minute, the world's ...

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BYD Linghui launches Linghui e9 electric business sedan On May 9, Linghui, a BYD sub-brand, launched the Linghui e9 battery electric business sedan. The model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 150,800 to CNY 169,800. The Linghui e9 measures 4,995mm long, 1,940mm wide, and 1,495mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,920mm. The Linghui e9 features a front-motor FWD layout. Powered by a 135kW/250Nm or 150kW/305Nm AC permanent magn...

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Government of India approves 4,874 EV chargers under PM E-DRIVE On May 12, the Union Minister for Heavy Industries announced that proposals worth INR 5.04 billion have been approved for the installation of 4,874 EV chargers across various states and Central Public Sector Enterprises under the PM E-Drive scheme. Karnataka received the largest single-state announcement, with 1,243 EV chargers approved at a financial outlay of INR 1.23 billion. The ...

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Emobi, India picks Musashi e-Axle for its two-wheelers model On May 13, Musashi Seimitsu Industry announced that its EV drive unit (e-Axle) for two-wheeled electric vehicles has been adopted for AKX, a new model from Bengaluru-based Emobi Manufacturing Private Limited. AKX is the second Emobi model to use Musashi's e-Axle, following Kyari, which launched in Bengaluru in November 2025. Musashi's two-wheel e-Axle features a proprietary reduction g...

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Musashi India signs LOI to supply integrated side-mounted e-axle for Kinetic Green two-wheelers On May 13, Musashi India Private Limited signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Kinetic Green Energy & Power Solutions Limited for the supply of integrated electric powertrain systems for Kinetic Green's upcoming two-wheeler platforms. Under the agreement, Musashi India will supply a side-mounted e-Axle integrating a 4.7 kW IPM motor, gearbox, and contro...

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M-AUTOMOTIV introduces JAC Motors range in Morocco On May 8, multiple sources reported that M-AUTOMOTIV, a leading automotive distributor in Morocco, officially introduced the JAC MOTORS range in Morocco. It has introduced JAC E30X, an EV with a range of 524 km, and the M3 EV electric van. It also introduced JAC T8 and T8 PRO pickups, powered by a 2.0 CTI diesel engine. M-AUTOMOTIV also introduced locally assembled Sunray bus as well as heavy-dut...

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Petrolimex and partners establish Vietnam Green Energy Infrastructure JSC to advance e-mobility Announced on May 6, 2026, Petrolimex, Xuan Cau Holdings, and Selex Motors jointly established Vietnam Green Energy Infrastructure JSC. The new company plans to build an integrated ecosystem spanning EV charging, battery swapping, and renewable-energy services by combining the partners’ strengths in infrastructure, technology, and market access. The p...

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