on in three phases in Miskolc by 2032 and develop the plant into one of the main manufacturing and technology centers of our European activities. It will manufacture aluminum casts and machined parts for vehicle drive units, power transmission, and structural systems for companies such as Volvo and Magna. The plant can produce up to 2 million parts annually, applying the latest technologies and using exclusively recycled aluminum. Based on social...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

GAC starts Aion UT production at Magna’s Graz plant in Austria On March 27, GAC announced that it has started production of the Aion UT at Magna’s facility in Austria. The Aion UT is a C segment electric hatchback with a 2,750 mm wheelbase. It offers a driving range of up to 430 km (WLTP) and supports fast charging from 30% to 80% in just 24 minutes using DC charging.  The vehicle is designed by GAC’s European team in Milan and is now prod...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

Magna launches DHD REX hybrid drive for enhanced EV range On March 24, Magna announced it is expanding its dedicated hybrid portfolio with the introduction of DHD REX, a dedicated hybrid drive for range extended electric vehicles (REEVs) designed to deliver an EV-like driving experience with instant torque response, smooth and quiet operation, and seamless range extension.  Magna’s ready-to-integrate system is built on a modular, single‑moto...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

om multiple State Transport Undertakings across India, awarded via competitive e-bidding under the government procurement system. The orders, from agencies including MSRTC, GSRTC, NWKRTC, TGSRTC, BSRTC, RSRTC, KSRTC, Haryana Roadways, and Chandigarh Transport Undertaking, cover models such as Tata Magna, Cityride, Starbus, Starbus Prime, and LPO 1618/1622/1822 for intercity, long-haul, and intracity operations. Based on the Tata Motors press rel...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

f saving 25% or more in labor and material costs. Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Coherix has operations in China, Germany, Japan, Mexico and Singapore and supplies GM, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Seres, BYD and Geely, as well as Bosch, Gestamp, Kirchhoff, Kubota and Magna. (Coherix release on March 4, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

Lear to establish new seating plant to supply GM Orion plant Lear Corp. is planning a new seating plant for pickups and full-size SUVs launching at the General Motors assembly plant in Orion Township, Michigan, after outbidding a rival supplier, Magna International. Lear’s seating plant will launch in early 2027 in unison with GM's Orion Assembly, to build ICE-powered Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups, and Cadillac Escalade SUVs. Magna...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/30

issan-Mitsubishi (RNM), with Mitsubishi’s lineup at the show consisting entirely of rebadged Renault models. Meanwhile, both Nissan and Dacia are set to launch their own versions of the Renault Twingo E-Tech on display later in 2026. At the same time, the Xpeng P7+, the brand’s third model with Magna Steyr after pilot production began this month, highlighted how Chinese partnerships with European contract manufacturers are being used to manag...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/29

as said that the U.S. doesn’t need cars made in Canada, he commended Carney for getting a deal with China, “That’s what he should be doing and it’s a good thing for him to sign a trade deal. If you can get a deal with China, you should do that,” Trump said on January 16. Canadian supplier Magna International already manufactures vehicles for Chinese brands in Austria for the European market. On January 7, Magna announced a new one on X,...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/24

Magna Closures signs MOU with MIMIT for development of Guasticce plant in Italy Magna Closures Inc., a subsidiary of Magna International Inc., has signed a three-year memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Minister of Enterprise and Made in Italy (MIMIT) for a new development plan of its Guasticce production site in Livorno province. The agreement will support Magna Closures’ planned investments to enhance the plant’s competitiveness, whi...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/22

Magna to offer NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion-compatible ECUs, integration services On January 5, Magna announced an expansion of its collaboration with NVIDIA to support OEM deployments on the NVIDIA DRIVE Hyperion platform. As part of this collaboration, Magna will offer OEMs a comprehensive portfolio of system integration, validation, and vehicle launch services for NVIDIA DRIVE AV stack running on DRIVE AGX Thor accelerated compute.  Magna will offer...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/21

and global automotive leaders. The selected companies will now begin a six-month program focused on technical validation. They provide solutions to advance automated drive systems, increase safety, improve manufacturing, etc. The startups will work directly with MobilityXlab’s industry partners: Magna, Volvo Group, Zeekr Technology Europe, and Zenseact. The selected start-ups are as below  Ototo (United Kingdom): Provides a Symbolic AI found...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/20

R 46,600 for the Standard Range version. The vehicle offers a spacious interior, advanced technology, and a powerful electric drive. Its 800-volt system provides a range of up to 530 km (WLTP) and allows the battery to charge from 10% to 80% in just 12 minutes. The new XPENG P7+ will be produced at Magna Steyr’s plant in Graz, Austria. It will be the third XPENG model made there, following G6 and G9 SUVs. Based on Xpeng press release...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/13

Xpeng to produce updated P7+ sedan at Magna Graz plant in Austria On January 8, Xpeng announced that trial production of the updated P7+ has been completed at its Austrian facility, ahead of the sedan’s upcoming European launch. The new P7+ will be assembled at Magna’s Graz, Austria facility, joining two existing XPENG models. The company is progressing with next-stage R&D and production processes to ensure high-quality delivery. Based on Ma...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/08

h this portfolio, ARCFOX aims to position itself as a premium electric mobility option tailored to different customer profiles. ARCFOX, founded in 2017, focuses on high-end EVs with strong emphasis on design, connectivity, and efficiency, and has collaborated with global partners such as Huawei and Magna. (AutoBlog Argentina on December 29, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/30

China approves two Level 3 autonomous vehicle models On December 15, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) announced the recent filing by Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd. (Changan Auto) and BAIC BluePark Magna Automobile Co., Ltd. for the market access of two intelligent connected vehicle models with Level 3 conditional autonomous driving features. According to relevant regulations, the MIIT conditionally approved...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/16

Dongfeng reaffirms intention to build plant in Mexico On November 13, it was reported that Chinese truck manufacturer Dongfeng reaffirmed its commitment to building an assembly plant in Mexico, regardless of potential tariff changes. Philipp Heldt, General Manager of Magna Automotive México, the brand’s importer, confirmed during the Expo Transporte 2025 that Dongfeng will maintain operations in the country, emphasizing that the company arrive...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/22

Magna begins serial production of GAC AION V EV in Graz, Austria On November 21, Magna announced that serial production of GAC’s AION V electric SUV is now underway at its Graz facility. The new vehicle assembly program expands localized EV production in Europe and strengthens GAC’s regional presence across assembly, supply, and sales. The AION V has already launched in Finland, Poland, and Portugal. GAC plans to enter more European markets t...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/21

Magna to open eDrive systems manufacturing plant in Wuhu, China On November 19, Magna announced it is opening a new facility in China in the Jiujiang Economic Development Zone, Wuhu to support the growing demand of electric drive systems, starting with Chery and positioned to serve additional OEMs in the future. Magna’s newly leased facility spans over 160,000 square feet and is expected to generate approximately 200 jobs upon reaching full pro...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/20

esearchers collaborated with industry partners including Ford and Trumpf to develop structural battery systems and reduce production costs, enabling earlier market entry. The the researchers built ten vehicle bodies with integrated structural battery systems, which were tested by TÜV Rheinland and Magna. The new ‘module-to-chassis’ design increased volumetric energy density by over 10% and gravimetric energy density by more than 15%. The con...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/17

Seeing Machines, Australia, supports Magna in China with DMS solutions On November 7, Seeing Machines Limited announced that Magna recently completed one year production milestone of its integrated mirror solution in China with a leading German-based automotive manufacturer. The solution uses Seeing Machines' AI-powered Driver and Occupant Monitoring System (DMS/OMS) technology. The DMS/OMS seamlessly integrated into Magna’s interior mirror. Th...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/07