ss the U.S., further enhancing the public charging experience for BMW and MINI electric vehicle drivers. BMW and MINI drivers who initiate charging with Plug & Charge or the My BMW App will receive 20% off charging sessions through September 30, 2026.  The offer is meant to support all current BMW EV owners ahead of the launch of the next-generation BMW iX3, which arrives later this year. IONNA, the charging joint venture founded by eight global...

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TVS Motor, India launches King EV MAX three-wheeler in Nepal On May 15, TVS Motor Company launched the TVS King EV MAX, a connected passenger electric three-wheeler, in Nepal. The vehicle is powered by an 11-kW motor and a 51.2V, 9.2 kWh lithium-ion LFP battery, delivering a certified range of 179 km per charge. Fast charging supports 0–80% in 2 hours and 15 minutes and a full charge in 3.5 hours. It comes with a top speed of 60 km/h across thr...

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Ola Electric, India to infuse INR 20 billion into EV tech and cell manufacturing subsidiaries On May 15, 2026, Ola Electric Mobility Limited's board approved a combined investment of INR 20 billion into two wholly owned subsidiaries: INR 15 billion into Ola Electric Technologies Private Limited (OET) and INR 5 billion into Ola Cell Technologies Private Limited (OCT). Both investments are to be completed on or before May 14, 2027. OET, incorporat...

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NOVOSENSE expands automotive functional safety portfolio for EV vehicles On May 14, NOVOSENSE Microelectronics announced that it has expanded its SafeNovo portfolio to support the increasing complexity of electrified vehicle technologies, including powertrain, chassis, ADAS, and automated driving applications. The NSI6911F isolated gate driver, designed for traction inverters, onboard chargers, and DC-DC converters, offers high switching performa...

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LONTEX GROUP to distribute SUPERPANTHER EV trucks in Poland and Czech Republic On May 11, LONTEX GROUP Sp. z o.o. announced a strategic partnership with SUPERPANTHER aimed at advancing the decarbonization of heavy transport in Poland and the Czech Republic. LONTEX GROUP Sp. z o.o. has become the official sales and service partner of SUPERPANTHER. The partnership will also support the development of a complete electromobility ecosystem in Poland a...

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Stellantis and Dongfeng Group strengthen partnership to expand Peugeot and Jeep EV production in Wuhan plant, China On May 15, Stellantis signed a new agreement with Dongfeng Group to expand their long partnership. They plan to jointly produce Peugeot and Jeep vehicles in China, both for the local market and for global exports. They also signed a non-binding MoU to deepen cooperation using their combined scale, technology, and R&D strengths. Unde...

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Stellantis-Leapmotor JV expands EV logistics partnership with Grimaldi Group, Italy across Europe On May 15, Stellantis and Leapmotor’s JV, Leapmotor International (LPMI), announced that it is expanding its logistics partnership with Grimaldi Group, Italy. The program uses Grimaldi’s large car carrier ships, which are part of a new fleet of 17 vessels, each able to carry over 9,000 vehicles. To support global climate goals, these ships are de...

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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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Mexican government presents Olinia EV prototype On May 13, Claudia Sheinbaum presented the prototype of Olinia, a Mexican-developed electric mini-vehicle designed for urban and rural mobility, as part of a broader strategy to establish a domestic automotive brand in Mexico. The vehicle is aimed at providing an affordable, zero-emission mobility solution tailored to local conditions, including narrow streets and mixed-use transportation needs. It ...

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Avatr names new luxury SUV “Avatr 07L” On May 9, Avatr announced the name of a new luxury SUV, the “Avatr 07L”. The model is available in EV (battery electric vehicle) and REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) variants. The Avatr 07L measures 4,910mm long, 1,980mm wide, and 1,650mm or 1,670mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,990mm. The Avatr 07L EV is equipped with a drive motor and a lithium-iron phosphate battery from Chongqing Tsingshan In...

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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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BYD, Bosch, Autoliv, EVAT, BULLETRUX, Isuzu discuss Thailand’s smart mobility Announced on May 14, 2026, during a BOI Symposium panel, global automakers and suppliers highlighted Thailand’s growing importance in next-generation mobility, backed by its manufacturing base and government support policies. Executives from BYD, Isuzu, Bosch, Autoliv, the Electric Vehicle Association of Thailand (EVAT), BULLETRUX, and others discussed how electrifi...

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BOI Symposium highlights Thailand’s role in global EV shift; EV-related investment tops THB 180 billion On May 13, 2026, the BOI Symposium, held alongside SUBCON Thailand 2026, focused on smart and green mobility and brought together EV-related players from China, Japan, and Europe. Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) reiterated its goal of positioning Thailand as a regional hub for future mobility, supported by over THB 180 billion in EV-re...

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Honda to introduce 15 HEV models globally by FY2029 to rebuild automobile business On May 14, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. held a business briefing to elaborate on the rebuilding of its automobile business and the future direction of Honda business. Honda will focus on rebuilding its automobile business structure over the next three years and strive to achieve record consolidated operating profit – including motorcycle and financial services businesse...

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ut of the Kia brand in Japan, the first arrival of its PBV (Platform Beyond Vehicle) electric van lineup in Japan, and the opening of its first directly managed dealership in Japan. ・ The venue was Kia PBV Nishi Tokyo, the first directly managed dealership, located in Nishi Tokyo City, Tokyo. The event included a ribbon-cutting ceremony and presentations by the Executive Vice President of Kia Corporation (Kia), Mr. Sangdae Kim and Kia PBV Japan...

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ZO Motors unveils ZM5 electric truck with range of 177 km on single charge On May 14, ZO Motors Corp. (ZO Motors, Chuo Ward, Tokyo), a startup manufacturer of EV trucks, announced the ZM5, a light-duty truck with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 5 tons. This marks the company’s second EV truck model. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in June. The vehicle can travel 177 kilometers on a single charge (according to the company's own measurements). ...

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NTN’s U.S. plant to shift from EV products to ICE vehicles products On May 14, NTN Corporation (NTN) announced that its U.S. plant will shift from products relating to electric vehicles (EVs) for Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) to products for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. This comes after Honda canceled the development and market launch of three electric vehicle (EV) models that it had planned to produce in North America. NTN had be...

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Honda revises electrification strategy, plans to launch 15 next-generation hybrid models by FY 2029 On May 14, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) announced a new business strategy centered on hybrid vehicles (HVs). The company plans to introduce next-generation HVs from 2027 onward, launching 15 models globally by fiscal year 2029. Meanwhile, it has withdrawn its goal of making all new vehicle sales consist of electric vehicles (EVs) and fuel cell veh...

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Daihatsu to produce HEVs in Malaysia at joint venture Perodua Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. (Daihatsu) announced on May 14 that it will begin producing hybrid vehicles (HEVs) in Malaysia. This is the first time for Daihatsu to produce HEVs outside Japan. This project has been selected as the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)’s “Fiscal Year 2024 Global South Future-Oriented Co-Creation Project”. The start date of production has not b...

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Honda Canada confirms EV production plans suspended indefinitely On May 14, Honda Canada confirmed it has indefinitely suspended its plans for a CAD 15-billion EV complex in Ontario. “Based on our revised strategic objectives, we have determined that an indefinite suspension of the value chain project is appropriate at this stage,” Honda said in its statement. Honda said it made the decision in response to evolving changes in business conditi...

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