Uno Minda, India to take full control of traction motor JV, approves investment in EV subsidiary On December 1, Uno Minda Limited announced that its Board of Directors had approved the acquisition of the entire 49.90% equity stake held by Buehler Motor GmbH in Uno Minda Buehler Motor Private Limited (UMBM), making UMBM a wholly owned subsidiary of Uno Minda. UMBM currently manufactures traction motors based on electronically commutated DC (EC‑D...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/01

Freudenberg Filtration Technologies, unveils new cleanroom FFUs and BIBO systems for EV battery production in India On November 28, 2025, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies announced new Fan Filter Units (FFUs), BIBO (Bag-In/Bag-Out) systems with integrated blowers, and NMP-compatible filter media, targeting semiconductor, lithium-ion, and LFP battery, as well as pharmaceutical cleanrooms. The FFU series offers HEPA/ULPA filtration to ISO 14644...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/28

VinFast sets Vietnam EV sales record with 20,380 deliveries in October 2025 Announced on November 12, 2025, VinFast delivered 20,380 electric vehicles in Vietnam in October, becoming the first automaker in VIetnam to surpass 20,000 units sold in a single month. The VF 3 remained the brand’s top seller with 4,619 units, followed by the VF 5 with 4,450 and the VF 6 with 2,524. The VF 7 also performed well with 1,190 deliveries, while the Limo Gre...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/13

Yamaha India unveils XSR155, FZ-RAVE, and first electric scooters: AEROX-E and EC-06 On November 11, India Yamaha Motor launched the XSR155 motorcycle at INR 149,990, its first electric scooters, AEROX-E and EC-06, and the FZ-RAVE at INR 117,218. The XSR155 is equipped with a 155cc liquid-cooled, 4-valve engine with Variable Valve Actuation that delivers 13.5 kW power and 14.2 Nm torque, a Deltabox frame, a 6-speed gearbox, an aluminium swingarm,...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/12

Pirelli develops tires for Atom electric car in Russia On October 24, Atom, in a social media post, announced that the upcoming electric car Atom will feature tires with ELECT technology, developed by Pirelli. They are based on a modified Cinturato P7 model, certified according to European EC UN standards (E22). Production of these tires is organized at the Russian Pirelli plant in Kirov. The tire size is 215/55 R17. The load index is 98, which a...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/27

the same comfort and space, with Citroën Advanced Comfort suspension included as standard and available from the You trim level. The optional DC fast charging (up to 30 kW) makes daily use easier and cost-efficient for city drivers. The model can be purchased for EUR 6,900 until October 31, 2025, because of government incentives. Based on Citroën press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/24

Ambilight partners with NIO to supply dimming side windows for new ES8 SUV On August 22, Ambilight, a leader in smart glass technology, announced its partnership with NIO, the premium smart electric vehicle company. The all-new NIO ES8, a full-size flagship SUV, incorporates Ambilight’s Electrochromic (EC) Smart Dimming Side Windows as part of its advanced design. The technology adjusts light levels for different driving conditions, offers stro...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/26

Volvo BEVs, PHEVs in U.S. lose braking capability after OTA update On July 17, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a warning to owners of 2020-2026 Volvo plug-in hybrid or battery electric vehicles to immediately complete an important over-the-air safety recall.  Without this recall remedy, an affected vehicle could completely lose its ability to brake while going downhill. Volvo has advised owners not to drive their c...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/19

VinFast delivers 11,382 EVs in Vietnam in June 2025; H1 deliveries reach 67,569 EVs On July 11, 2025, VinFast announced it delivered 11,382 electric vehicles (EVs) in Vietnam in June, further reinforcing its market leadership. In the first half of 2025, its local deliveries totaled 67,569 electric cars. The VF 3 was its best-selling model in June, with 3,667 units delivered, followed by the VF 5 with 3,060 units. In H1 2025, the VF 3 and VF 5 rem...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

Volvo Cars reveals low carbon footprint of new ES90 On July 10, Volvo Cars announced the carbon footprint of its new fully electric ES90. The vehicle is designed with a strong focus on sustainability. According to Volvo’s Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) report, the ES90 has a carbon footprint of 31 tonnes when charged with a European energy mix, which drops to 26 tonnes with wind energy. The vehicle’s footprint is about 50% lower than the S90 mi...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

JV between NIO Holdings, JAC Group announces deregistration Information from the National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System (NECIPS) shows that Jianglai Advanced Manufacturing Technology (Anhui) Co., Ltd. (Jianglai Manufacturing) released an announcement on the filing of deregistration, for which the reason is a “resolution to dissolve”. The announcement period lasts from June 10 to July 24. Established in Hefei, Anhui on March 3...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

VinFast launches Ha Tinh EV plant in Vietnam, completed in under 7 months Announced on June 29, 2025, VinFast has officially inaugurated its Ha Tinh EV manufacturing plant, located in the Vung Ang Economic Zone. This is VinFast’s second operational plant in Vietnam and the fifth project in its global manufacturing network. Completed in under 7 months, it stands as one of the fastest-built automotive factories worldwide. In its first phase, the...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/30

Vingroup’s Xanh SM and V-Green join CK Vietnam in Nghe An province EV push On June 21, 2025, Xanh SM and V-Green (both part of Vingroup’s green ecosystem) and Vietnam Securities Investment JSC (CK Vietnam) announced a partnership to expand electric transportation in Nghe An province, Vietnam. The initiative involves (i) the deployment of 300 electric buses for green routes, including the Nghe An–Ha Tinh inter-provincial route starting in Q3...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/24

VinFast delivers 11,496 EVs in Vietnam in May 2025 On June 11, 2025, VinFast reported delivering 11,496 electric vehicles in Vietnam in May 2025, bringing its YTD domestic sales to 56,187 EV units.The VF 5 remained the top-selling model for the month with 4,232 units. Close behind, the VF 3 mini SUV sold 3,950 units, while the VF 6 and VF 7 recorded sales of 1,393 and 773 units, respectively. Larger SUVs VF 8 and VF 9, along with service-focused ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/13

EC selects 13 Strategic Projects total cost of EUR 5.5 billion in third countries to secure access to raw materials including rare earths On June 4, the European Commission adopted the first list of 13 Strategic Projects on strategic raw materials located outside the EU, including in overseas countries and territories. The projects will diversify the EU’s supply sources and enhance economic security, while also promoting local value creation in...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/06

VinFast launches EC Van small-sized electric cargo vehicle in Vietnam On May 13, 2025, VinFast officially launched the EC Van, marking the first electric vehicle to join the cargo truck segment in Vietnam. Priced at VND 285 million (battery included), the EC Van is tailored for businesses needing a compact, efficient solution for short-distance freight transport. The VinFast EC Van (short for E-City Van) features a compact urban-friendly design, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/14

WLY launches EC40A coaxial reducer Zhejiang Wanliyang Co., Ltd. (WLY) launched the EC40A coaxial reducer, on which cooperation intention has been reached with several Chinese automakers. The EC40A adopts a coaxial design with a compound planetary gear mechanism and integrates differential functionality, delivering a transmission efficiency of over 98% and enabling it to be more energy-efficient and eco-friendly. The EC40A boasts a compact overall...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

DFSK launches EC35 electric panel van in South Africa On April 14, DFSK, a Seres Group subsidiary, launched the EC35 electric panel van in South Africa. The vehicle is priced at ZAR 550,000. The vehicle measures 4,500 mm in length, 1,985 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,910 mm. It is equipped with a 38.6 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery and a permanent magnet synchronous motor, delivering 60 kW of power and 200Nm of torque. It has ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/15

Audi Böllinger Höfe plant upgrades production with virtual PLC technology On March 27, Audi announced that it is using Siemens' virtual programmable logic controller (PLC) on the Edge Cloud 4 Production (EC4P) platform at its Böllinger Höfe plant in Germany. The TÜV-certified system enhances security and replaces traditional hardware-based PLCs. The EC4P with Siemens' virtual PLCs is used for a Lamborghini model built at Audi Sport's facilit...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/27

Volvo starts presales of EX90 SUV in Brazil On February 27, it was announced that Volvo initiated the pre-sale in Brazil of its new EX90, a 100% electric SUV priced at BRL 849,990. The first units are scheduled for delivery starting in April. The EX90 is Volvo’s first fully electric, seven-seater vehicle, offering an Inmetro validated range of 459 km, and it expands the brand’s portfolio for Brazilian customers. A standout feature of the EX90...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/05