Chery ships 4,000-unit order to Africa, Plans assembly operations by August 2026 On May 12, Chery Commercial Vehicle (CCV) announced that the first batch of orders under the KD export project to Africa by Chery Holding Overseas Business Division was successfully shipped from the Kaifeng Comprehensive Bonded Zone. The shipment is division’s first overseas order exceeding 4,000 units since its establishment. According to the plan, the shipped KD ...

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t agreement. The agreement will increase capital investment in CMD, give access to new markets, expand production capacity, accelerate R&D activities, and advance positioning in both conventional and next-generation propulsion systems. It will create an integrated platform to develop competitive “export-ready” products for automotive, aeronautics, and marine, with high-quality production based in Europe. Based on CMD press release...

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which will start in 2028. In India, which is the largest market for Honda motorcycle business, the company plans to expand its annual production capacity from the current 6.25 million units to approximately 8 million units in 2028. Production operations in India will also continue to advance as an export hub for global markets, including Central and South America and ASEAN. During the three-year period until the fiscal year ending March 31, 2029...

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s of origin and therefore qualifies for tariff exemptions. The entire supply chain is being reshaped not only by technological change, but also by tariff policy, and the industry is seeking clear rules ahead of the formal review on July 1. INA warned that maintaining current tariff levels increases export costs, reduces margins, and may affect investment and employment. Despite this, Mexico continues to be seen as a strategic supply platform for ...

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ds a US EV-related parts orderbook of approximately INR 40 billion, which has not yet ramped up to its potential; meaningful ramp-up is expected from FY 2027 (ending March). Domestically, the company has won EV-related orders with major Indian OEMs across multiple product verticals. However, on the export side, EV traction has receded, with General Motors and Stellantis each downsizing their EV projections by approximately 50% and Stellantis also...

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Iran Khodro Diesel starts mass production of 2630S hood wagon tractor On May 12, multiple sources reported that Iran Khodro Diesel Company has started mass production of 2630S hood wagon tractor. The truck will cater to export markets. This tractor, featuring locally developed components such as the chassis, axles, and drivetrain, is considered one of Iran Khodro Diesel’s most indigenous commercial products. It has helped reduce foreign exchang...

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ts in Japan by leveraging the strength of our product lineup. In overseas markets, the company aims to increase unit sales primarily in North America, despite the impact of the situation in the Middle East. As for LCV sales, unit sales are expected to remain at the FY2025 level in both Thailand and export markets given the situation in the Middle East. The company raised its full-year earnings forecast for FY2026; it expects revenue of JPY 3,700 ...

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led 5.604 million units, down 18.5% y/y. Luxury car retail sales volumes totaled 140,000 units, down 16% y/y. Retail sales volumes of domestic brands totaled 970,000 units, down 16% y/y. Domestic brands had a market share of 69.6% of the total, up 4 percentage points y/y. Domestic brands’ NEV and export volumes were stable. Retail sales volumes of mainstream joint venture brands totaled 280,000 units, down 37% y/y. Specifically, German brands h...

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bile Manufacturers (CAAM) announced China’s vehicle production and sales results for April 2026. According to the CAAM, China’s April vehicle production and sales volumes dipped year-over-year (y/y), with the cumulative declines narrowing further. The domestic market required a boost, while the export market, where rapid growth was maintained, provided stable support for the overall situation. Specifically, passenger vehicle (PV) volumes fell...

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Mexican auto exports up 11.4% in April 2026 OEMs with manufacturing operations in Mexico exported 286,317 light vehicles in April 2026, a 11.4% increase compared to the 256,953 units shipped in April 2025, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI). OEMs with increased exports in April included Chrysler with a 131.2% increase to 37,951 units; Audi with a 66.5% increase to 14,260 units; BMW Group with a 58.8% increase ...

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Geely first Chinese company to ship EVs to Canada under new trade deal On May 7, Geely announced that it has become the first Chinese company to export EVs from China to Canada under a new trans-Pacific trade deal, after shipping 18 Lotus Eletre crossovers. “Riding the wind, setting sail, establishing a new record for Chinese electric vehicle exports,” Lotus wrote on its Weibo account. The Eletre is produced at a plant in Wuhan, China. Accord...

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EZAD Musaffah. The 10,000-square-metre facility within KEZAD’s industrial ecosystem will support the development of ROX’s operations. It will begin operations in the second half of 2026, with a target annual production capacity of 300,000 vehicles by 2030. It will support vehicle production and export across the Middle East and global markets. Based on AD Ports Group press release...

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le of nationwide parts distribution within 24 to 48 hours.  The operation employs around 500 direct workers and more than 2,000 indirect employees, contributing to local industrial development and supplier integration. Its proximity to a major port enhances logistics efficiency and supports future export growth. The project reinforces Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ long-term commitment to Argentina and strengthens its position in the regional commercia...

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break through the boundaries of vehicle intelligentization. -          Industrial synergy: The two companies will jointly explore hardware innovations such as AI BOX and AI rear-view mirrors. For global markets, they will establish a worldwide cross-border e-commerce platform to help Chery export intelligent products and services. Volcengine will also provide enterprise AI and public cloud services for Chery to improve the efficiency of ...

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         Denza: 11,250 units. -          Yangwang Auto: 264 units. Year-to-date (YTD) sales volumes totaled 1,021,586 units, down 26.0% y/y. NEPVs and NECVs accounted for 1,003,093 units and 18,493 units, down 26.2% y/y and 16.6% y/y, respectively. In April, New Energy Vehicle (NEV) export volume was 135,098 units, and passenger vehicle and pickup truck sales volumes outside of China totaled 134,542 units, up 70.9% y/y. YTD passe...

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MRF, India expands plant capacity across segments On May 7, 2026, MRF Limited announced that it is expanding capacity across plants to cater to demand across replacement, OEM, and export segments. The ongoing Middle East conflict has led to increases in raw material costs and supply chain disruptions, which are expected to continue. The company has taken price increases and cost management measures in response, with further hikes planned. MRF sta...

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of automotive components for Motherson's global operations as well as third-party OEM customers.  The project is expected to create over 1,000 jobs across technical, engineering, manufacturing, and corporate functions. Once fully operational, the facility will serve as a regional manufacturing and export base, leveraging Abu Dhabi's logistics infrastructure, including connectivity through AD Ports Group. Based on Samvardhana Motherson Internati...

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Seiren Viscotec Mexico inaugurates new plant in Guanajuato On May 4, it was reported that Seiren Viscotec México inaugurated a new plant at the Marabis Industrial Park in Abasolo, Guanajuato. The facility is focused on processing fabric and synthetic leather for vehicle interiors, supplying multiple automakers including Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, and Tesla. Production will serve both domestic and export markets, integrating into assembly lines withi...

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ngside a Japan-imported hybrid, expected to be the Honda Prelude Hybrid. Most of Honda’s lineup has shifted to e:HEV, with the Honda City the only remaining ICE model. Its Thai facility is operating at full capacity, with a 2026 production target of 100,000 units (76,000 domestic, 24,000–25,000 export). The company aims to restore annual sales to 115,000 units within four years. Middle East tensions have raised logistics and material costs, i...

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Isuzu Thailand reviews sales targets amid Middle East export disruptions Reported on May 4, 2026, Tri Petch Isuzu Sales is reassessing domestic and export sales targets as Middle East tensions disrupt trade routes, complicating shipments and making sales forecasting difficult. The conflict has weighed on Thailand’s pickup segment, which is largely dependent on exports to the region, with disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz delaying deliveries. ...

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