BYD expects to increase market share in Brazil thanks to local production On October 16, BYD announced that with the start of local production of plug-in hybrid and fully electric vehicles at Camaçari complex, Brazil, the company aims to accelerate its sales expansion nationwide. The strategy consists in offering models such as the BYD Dolphin Mini, BYD King, and BYD Song Pro to direct-sale customers, including taxi drivers and people with disab...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/21

Hyundai Motor India announces INR 450 billion investment plan through FY 2030 On October 15, Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) unveiled a roadmap to invest INR 450 billion by FY 2030, aiming to become Hyundai’s second-largest global region. The company plans 26 launches by FY 2030, including seven completely new models and India’s first locally manufactured dedicated electric SUV by 2027. Hyundai will also launch its luxury Genesis brand in ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/15

BMW Thailand plans CKD EVs in 2025, prepares iX3 Neue Klasse for 2026 Reported on October 13, 2025, BMW Thailand is continuing its expansion into electric vehicles across both the BMW and MINI brands. Currently, the MINI stands out as a mass-market model with accessible pricing, performing particularly well. The BMW iX1, priced similarly to the conventional X1, is also seeing strong sales. BMW Thailand said it will carefully review its future mar...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/14

MG Sales Thailand reports over 40% sales growth for first 9 months of 2025 Announced on October 8, 2025, SAIC Motor–CP Co., Ltd. and MG Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd. reported strong market momentum, achieving cumulative sales of over 18,065 units from January to September 2025, a year-on-year increase of over 40%. The new MG4 Electric maintained its position as Thailand’s top-registered EV for the third consecutive month, with 3,499 units regist...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/10

Kia announces EV business strategy for Japanese market On October 6, Kia Corporation (Kia, headquartered in Korea) announced its electric vehicle (EV) business strategy in the Japanese market. The company has signed a distributorship agreement for the Japanese market with Sojitz Corporation (Sojitz). Kia’s PV5 electric van will be released across the country around the spring of 2026, which will be led by a subsidiary of Sojitz. Kia plans to gl...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/07

Stellantis plans for high-end Banshee version of Charger EV in question Suppliers of unique systems for an upcoming  range-topping, all-electric halo car for Dodge’s EV strategy have been suggesting that the upcoming 800-volt Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Banshee is being put on hold. While Stellantis has yet to issue an official statement, the development comes as little surprise. Sales of the 400-volt Charger Daytona EV have been sluggish, and i...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/04

Betamek partners with YIBANG on EV charging technology for ASEAN market Announced on October 1, 2025, Betamek Berhad, through its wholly owned subsidiary Betamek Research Sdn. Bhd. (BRSB), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jiangsu Yibang New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (YIBANG) of China to advance collaboration on EV charging communication solutions across ASEAN. The partnership covers joint efforts in research and development, supp...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/03

Egyptian Prime Minister meets with officials of BYD On September 28, the Prime Minister of Egypt held a meeting with a high-level delegation from BYD Auto, headed by BYD’s Executive Vice President and CEO of the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Africa sectors, and several officials from Mansour Group. The Prime Minister welcomed the news related to the joint manufacturing partnership between BYD and Mansour Group. He discussed the Egyptian go...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/29

Yutong to showcase EV buses and smart technologies at Busworld Europe 2025 On September 25, Yutong announced that it will showcase its latest products, advanced technologies, and smart service solutions at Busworld Europe 2025. Yutong will showcase its latest achievements under the strategy of ‘go electric, go intelligent-networked, go high-end, and go international.’ The company will debut new energy buses like the Intercity Bus IC12E and To...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/29

Gresgying, China, to install EV chargers in Oman On September 26, multiple sources reported that Gresgying Digital Technology will install around 200 charging stations in Oman. It will establish an extensive network of EV charging stations. It will support Oman’s national strategy to accelerate the adoption of green mobility. Based on multiple sources...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/26

Honda to discontinue production of Acura ZDX Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) announced that it will end production of its Acura ZDX electric vehicle (EV), which was jointly developed with General Motors (GM) Company. Honda will discontinue the production and sales of the 2025 model, and will not develop and manufacture future models. Based on declining demand for EVs in the U.S., the automaker will reconsider its EV strategy. The Acura ZDX, which i...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/26

Porsche realigns product strategy, focus on profitability over EV growth On September 19, Porsche announced that it is pushing ahead with its realignment and adjusting its product strategy to strengthen financial performance.Due to market conditions, the new SUV series above the Cayenne, which was previously planned to be fully electric, will initially be offered exclusively as combustion engine and plug-in hybrid at market launch. The Panamera a...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/22

Hyundai Motor unveils 2030 vision and product roadmap at CEO investor day On September 18 in New York, Hyundai Motor Company presented its long-term strategy at its first CEO Investor Day held outside of Korea. CEO José Muñoz outlined the company’s transformation into a global mobility leader through strategic product expansion, breakthrough electrification technologies and software-defined capabilities that will redefine the automotive exper...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

Toyota Research Institute uses behavioral science to optimize EV charging On September 16, the Toyota Research Institute (TRI) released new research showing that behavioral science-based interventions can significantly improve EV charging habits, helping reduce carbon emissions. The studies, conducted in the U.S. and Japan, tested ChargeMinder, a prototype app developed by TRI’s Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HCAI) division, incorporat...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/17

Malaysia’s green mobility push highlighted; Over 4,100 EV charging stations in operation Reported on September 8, 2025, Malaysia currently has more than 4,100 EV charging stations in operation to support growing demand. The initiative is aimed at reducing transport-related emissions over time while positioning Malaysia as a regional hub for sustainable mobility. The Deputy Prime Minister, who also serves as Minister of Energy Transition and Wat...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/11

IAA Mobility 2025: VW Group targets 20% share of Europe’s small EV market with new electric Urban Car Family On September 8, VW Group announced that it is expanding its lead in Europe’s EV market with the new Electric Urban Car Family at IAA Mobility 2025. It includes two VW models plus one each from CUPRA and Škoda, starting at around EUR 25,000 plus entry-level model ID. EVERY1, priced at EUR 20,000, with a market launch set for 2026. All ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

Webasto launches fourth generation battery system at Dangjin plant in South Korea Webasto SE (Webasto) has expanded its production plant in Dangjin, South Korea, with the launch of its fourth generation battery system, featuring advanced Anti-Propagation Thermal Management Battery Pack Design. The system is engineered to prevent thermal runaway, enhancing EV safety and reliability. It also reinforces Webasto’s global electrification strategy an...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/08

V-Green launches e-motorbike battery swap franchise model in Vietnam Announced on September 3, 2025, V-Green Global Charging Station JSC has launched a franchise model for electric motorbike battery swapping cabinets, building on the success of its nationwide EV charging network. With an investment of VND 210 million per cabinet, partners can support Vietnam’s green transport infrastructure while earning a stable, risk-free monthly income under...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/05

Foxconn EV crossover still on track for U.S. launch after Lordstown plant sale On August 14, Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) officials answered questions at an Investors Call that shed light on the company’s plans for EV sales and eventual production in the U.S. market. Foxconn recently sold its Lordstown, Ohio, plant, formerly planned as an EV production site, to Softbank “for greater financial flexibility” in fixed assets, while stayin...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

Ashok Leyland to invest INR 50 billion for battery manufacturing and localization On September 1, Ashok Leyland announced plans to invest over INR 50 billion in the development and manufacturing of batteries for automotive and energy storage applications over the next 7 to 10 years. This initiative aims to support both Ashok Leyland’s electric vehicle (EV) portfolio—including Switch Mobility—and serve the broader automotive and energy stora...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/01