e light commercial vehicle segment and will provide a comprehensive range of solutions for corporate clients, including both LADA-branded models and partner products. LADA Business will offer specialized vehicles from VIS-AUTO JSC, including flatbed trucks and vans based on the LADA Granta and NIVA Legend. It will also feature emergency and firefighting vehicles, as well as an all-terrain model based on the LADA NIVA. The lineup will also include...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

and Mercedes-Benz had SAE-certified L3 vehicles. Other brands are signaling readiness, without official rollout. Volvo’s EX90 and Tesla’s current lineup are claimed as having L3-capable hardware, but the software features to enable L3 operation have not yet been activated. Similarly, the Honda Legend features L3 autonomy, but this Japan-only model had a limited run with fewer than 100 units estimated to be sold with the L3 Honda SENSING elit...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/19

sales in Russia reached 351,390 units, giving the company a 25% market share. In 2026, AvtoVAZ plans to produce 400,000 vehicles, including the new Lada Azimut, a crossover built on a fully localized Russian platform. Lada models will also see updates, including a new 1.8-liter engine for the NIVA Legend, upgraded engines for the Vesta and Iskra, and the return of the Vesta Sport with a 1.8-liter engine and 6-speed manual. Commercial vehicles wi...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/15

Nissan highlights 7th-gen Fairlady Z sports coupé at Singapore Motorshow 2026 Announced on January 8, 2026, Nissan, represented by Tan Chong Motor Sales, presented the iconic Nissan Fairlady Z and a strong line-up of electrified models at the Singapore Motorshow 2026. The spotlight fell on the 7th-generation Fairlady Z, a sports car legend with nearly 6 decades of heritage. Equipped with a V6 twin-turbo engine, it combines thrilling performance ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/13

Legend Holding Group, UAE, expands automotive operations in Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) On December 11, Legend Holding Group announced an AED 500 million expansion of its automotive operations in Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), developing a one-million-square-foot regional headquarters, motorcycle assembly line and export hub within an integrated automotive ecosystem. The new complex will serve as Legend Motors’ primary base for vehicle storage, p...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/15

Legend Holding Group to develop integrated automotive hub at Dubai Industrial City, UAE On November 6, Legend Holding Group announced an agreement with Dubai Industrial City, part of TECOM Group PJSC, to establish a comprehensive mobility and green energy solutions facility. Spanning over 1 million square feet, the facility will serve as a one-stop solution for the mobility sector by integrating automotive industry supply chain needs. Legend Hold...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/07

Affairs to transport international leaders during Vietnam’s 80th National Day celebration on September 2. The first batch included two bulletproof vehicles and ten standard models. The Lac Hong 900 LX is a limited-edition line that fuses Vietnamese heritage with modern innovation. Inspired by the legend of the “Lac Hong descendants,” it symbolizes national pride and aspiration. Both versions showcase cultural motifs such as a gold-plated La...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/01

brand’s most iconic sports models, the Golf GTI made its debut at São Joaquim da Barra airport in São Paulo. The launch highlighted the vehicle’s 2.0-liter turbo EA888 engine with 245 hp, allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds, reaffirming its reputation as a performance legend. Volkswagen emphasized that bringing the Golf GTI back to Brazil is a milestone for enthusiasts and part of the company’s commitment to stren...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/27

Harman expands presence in automotive infotainment and audio market in Brazil On July 2, it was reported that JBL, a brand under Harman is expanding its presence in the Brazilian automotive infotainment and audio market. The move includes the launch of the Legend 700 multimedia unit in April 2025, featuring a 7-inch touchscreen compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, targeting both OEMs and the aftermarket, including entry-level ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

Thai EM Motor launches Legend Pro e-motorbike, sets ambitious growth targets Reported on June 6, 2025, EM Motor Co., Ltd., a Thai electric motorcycle manufacturer, has launched the Legend Pro, a new model with sleek design, smart technology, and robust performance. It features a 2,500-watt motor, 72V 24Ah lithium-ion battery, a top speed of 75 km/h, and a range of up to 80 km per charge. Safety features include a CBS braking system and dual shock...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/10

pril 24, AvtoVAZ announced that it will hold an international conference of export partners, where it will present key areas of LADA brand development in foreign markets. The conference will present LADA's export strategy and the brand's current model range, including the Vesta family, Granta, NIVA Legend, NIVA Travel, NIVA Sport, Largus, Aura, and Iskra. The event will bring partners and leaders from more than 37 countries, including the CIS, th...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

AvtoVAZ starts sales of LADA NIVA Sport On April 4, AvtoVAZ announced that it would start sales of LADA NIVA Sport on April 5, 2025. Compared to the  NIVA Legend, the sports modification of the model received about 140 design changes. It is powered by a 122-hp 16-valve 1.6-liter engine.  Its characteristics are improved due to a lightweight intake and exhaust system, sports camshafts, and special firmware of the controller. It has an all-wheel ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/04

00 people recently, through transfers and new hires, to support increased production of engines for the Bronco Sport SUV and Maverick pickup.  The extra staffing will also go to an added shift on the Niche Assembly line at the end of 2025 to build an engine for the Shelby Mustang GT500, code named Legend, according to the memo. The last generation GT500 was introduced as a 2020 model. It offered a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 and produced 760 hp. (...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/06

me Minister of Russia. During the meeting, he stated that Avtovaz will launch the Lada Iskra car on a new platform in 2025. At the beginning of 2026, Avtovaz will start production of a new crossover. It will install a new 1.8 engine on the new Niva. It will release a sports modification of the Niva Legend. Based on press release from the Government of Russia ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/02

Chrysler 300C production ends at Brampton plant in Canada On December 9, Stellantis announced that the last of a legend, the HEMI-powered Chrysler 300C, rolling off the line at the Brampton Assembly Plant as the top vehicle of the 300 line. Production of the entire 2023 Chrysler 300 line will come to an end no later than December 31, 2023 as the company moves forward on an electrified transformation that will launch the brand’s first battery-el...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/12

Avtovaz, Russia launches production of Lada Niva with Euro-5 standard On December 1, Avtovaz started production of Lada Niva Legend and Lada Niva Travel cars in the 2024 model year version. It has received an anti-lock braking (ABS) system and a toxicity reduction system that meets the Euro-5 eco-standard. Calibrations and engine control units for the Euro-5 standard were developed in Russia. Cars that comply with the Euro-5 standard have undergo...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/04

itially consisting of five vehicles, based on two cost-effective EV-native platforms: AmpR Small for B-segment and AmpR Medium for C-segment. It includes Megane E-Tech launched in mid-2022, Scenic E-Tech, on the market early next year, the Renault 5 in 2024, and the Renault 4 in 2025, and “Twingo Legend,” a new electric car below EUR 20,000. Two additional cars for the second generation will be introduced by 2031, totaling seven vehicles. Amp...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/16

Thaco Auto launches new-generation Peugeot 408 Crossover Coupe in Vietnam On October 21, 2023, Thaco Auto and Peugeot officially introduced the new generation Peugeot 408 model in Vietnam at the event titled "Legend to New Era", held to celebrate a decade of their cooperation in the country. The 2 parties signed a cooperation agreement in 2013 to transfer technology for production, assembly, and exclusive distribution of Peugeot passenger cars in...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/24

AvtoVAZ improves sound insulation of LADA NIVA Legend On July 12, AvtoVAZ announced new sound insulation elements for LADA NIVA Legend SUVs to increase the level of acoustic comfort and improves the quality of the car's interior. The updated sound insulation is applied on all trim levels of LADA NIVA Legend.Additional noise insulation is integrated with the floor carpet, which is now made in one piece. New wheel arch covers made of brushed materi...

News  Updated at: 2023/07/12

Dongfeng Cummins commissions heavy-duty engine plant and sees first Legend engine roll off production line On May 31, Dongfeng Motor (DFM) announced that Dongfeng Cummins Engine Co., Ltd. (Dongfeng Cummins) officially completed and commissioned a new intelligent heavy-duty engine plant, where the first Legend engine rolled off the production line. With a total investment of CNY 950 million and factory buildings covering a land area of about 24,00...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/02