Stellantis temporary halts production at Pomigliano, Italy and Poissy, France plants amid weak demand On September 23, multiple sources reported that Stellantis Pomigliano d’Arco plant, Italy, and Poissy plant, France, are facing a tough phase, with temporary production stops. In the Pomigliano d’Arco plant, Fiat Panda and Alfa Romeo Tonale models were affected due to weaker demand in Europe. It confirmed that Fiat Panda production will pause...

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BYD upgrades ATTO 3 assisted driving system, Euro NCAP to introduce new testing protocols from 2026 On September 24, BYD announced that its Intelligent Cruise Control system, the brand’s Level 2 Assisted Driving technology, has been upgraded to a ‘Good’ rating following a previous ‘Not Recommended’ grading by Euro NCAP in 2024. BYD has improved its ADAS issues with an over-the-air software update for the 2022 ATTO 3, which now earns a ...

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DFMC’s automotive component division and Dongfeng Hongtai Holdings Group Co., Ltd., while managing companies originally subordinate to the automotive component division, including Zhixin Technology Co., Ltd., to effectively gather resources, strengthen in-house R&D capabilities, and build a “6+3+N” business model. The “6”, “3”, and “N” stand for 6 major systems (powertrain, energy ecosystem, thermal management, intelligent cock...

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NIO launches all-new ES8 electric SUV On September 20, NIO launched the all-new ES8 large battery electric SUV. The model is available in one 7-seater and two 6-seaters variants, with prices ranging from CNY 406,800 to CNY 446,800. The all-new ES8 adopts the “Design for Success” design concept and measures 5,280mm long, 2,010mm wide, and 1,800mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,130mm. The all-new ES8 is equipped with an all-domain 900V architectur...

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Chery Rely launches R08 intelligent pickup truck On September 20, Rely, a Chery sub-brand, launched the R08 intelligent pickup truck. The model is available in two gasoline and six diesel variants, with prices ranging from CNY 88,800 to CNY 149,800. The R08 is positioned as a “global intelligent practical pickup truck”. The diesel variants are powered by a 2.3T engine, a ZF transmission, and a BorgWarner 4WD system. Developed specifically for...

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Chery Jetour starts accepting pre-orders for Zongheng G700 plug-in hybrid electric SUV On September 20, Jetour, a Chery sub-brand, started accepting pre-orders for the Zongheng G700 mid-to large-size plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The model is available in four variants, with pre-order prices ranging from CNY 349,900 to CNY 429,900. Positioned as an all-domain luxury plug-in hybrid electric off-road SUV, the Zongheng G700 draws exterior design insp...

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GAC Trumpchi launches Xiangwang S9 plug-in hybrid electric SUV On September 19, GAC Trumpchi launched the Xiangwang S9 mid-to large-size plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 219,900 to CNY 249,900. The Xiangwang S9 measures 5,060mm long, 1,950mm wide, and 1,760mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,930mm. The Xiangwang S9 has an intelligent electric 4WD layout. Equipped with a 118kW/220Nm 1.5T...

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Volvo confirms expanded production in South Carolina with fourth model On September 23, Volvo Cars confirmed it would expand production at its existing factory in Ridgeville, South Carolina to produce a new hybrid vehicle by the end of the decade, as a fourth U.S.-built vehicle, to cater to American tastes and avoid tariffs. Currently, 90% of the cars Volvo sells in the U.S. are built in Europe. “The Charleston plant is foundational to our stra...

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VW raises U.S. prices on 2026 models up to 6.5% On September 19, multiple sources reported that Volkswagen of America is raising starting prices on most 2026 models as it continues to deal with President Trump’s tariffs. The latest price increases by VW range from 2.9 to 6.5 percent, depending on the model. The company released 2026 model-year pricing on the Jetta compact sedan, Taos subcompact crossover, Golf GTI and Golf R, and Atlas and Atla...

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Volvo Cars India launches EX30 EV On September 23, 2025, Volvo Car India launched the EX30, its newest luxury electric car, at an introductory price of INR 4.1 million. Volvo Car India is offering the EX30 at INR 3,999,000 for those who pre-reserve the car before October 19, 2025. The deliveries of the EV will begin in the first week of November 2025. This is the third electric Volvo model to be assembled locally at the Hosakote plant in Bengalur...

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BMW iX3 makes North American debut in New York On September 21, BMW presented the all-new BMW iX3, the first of BMW’s Neue Klasse, or “New Class” of vehicles, at its North American premiere in New York City, following its world premiere at IAA Mobility 2025, and announced that it will be launching the new BMW iX5 Hydrogen in 2028. As the first model of the Neue Klasse that previews the future of BMW design and technology, the new BMW iX3 ar...

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etween BYD and Mercedes-Benz, Denza will operate independently from BYD in Brazil under the newly established company Denza Brazil, with plans for an exclusive dealership network. The brand’s launch is planned for October. The brand’s initial lineup will feature the B5 SUV and the Z9GT electric model. The B5, which combines luxury and off-road character, has been present in Brazil since early 2025, with units spotted at the Port of Aracruz in...

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Green NCAP conducts Life Cycle Assessment of BMW, MINI, Citroën, Fiat, Hyundai, KIA, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Volvo and VW models On September 18, Green NCAP tested 12 popular cars under its new whole-life assessment rating, showing the wide differences in environmental impact. The new system looks at real-world use, including car weight, efficiency in warm and cold weather, and hidden emissions from tyres and brakes. Most importantly, it ...

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Wayve, UK discusses USD 500 million Investment with NVIDIA On September 18, Wayve signed a letter of intent with NVIDIA to evaluate a USD 500 million strategic investment in Wayve’s next funding round. This investment builds on NVIDIA’s participation in Wayve’s Series C funding round. Wayve’s foundation model approach, combined with NVIDIA’s automotive-grade accelerated computing platforms, equips automakers with the advanced AI and har...

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Astana Motors begins manufacturing operations at multi-brand Kazakhstan plant On September 16, Astana Motors announced that its multi-brand Manufacturing Kazakhstan plant has officially begun operations. The plant is fully equipped, commissioned, and has received the first batch of components for Chery, Changan, and Haval models. Under the industrial assembly agreement, the plant will use CKD assembly with welding and painting for 30% of its prod...

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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...

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Chery launches Fulwin X3L range-extended electric SUV On September 17, Chery launched the Fulwin X3L range-extended electric SUV. The model is available in one 4WD and three RWD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 109,900 to CNY 149,900. The Fulwin X3L measures 4,545mm long, 1,950mm wide, and 1,815mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,783mm. The Fulwin X3L is equipped with a 115kW/220Nm 1.5TGDI engine for range-extended electric vehicles. Powered by ...

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Geely Galaxy launches M9 plug-in hybrid electric SUV On September 17, Galaxy, a Geely sub-brand, launched the M9 flagship plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The model is available in one 4WD and five FWD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 173,800 to CNY 238,800. The M9 measures 5,205mm long, 1,999mm wide, and 1,800mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,030mm. Built on the GEA Evo (Global Intelligent Electric Architecture Evolution) architecture, the M9 is ...

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SAIC-Audi launches E5 Sportback electric coupe On September 16, SAIC-Audi launched the E5 Sportback midsize battery electric coupe. The model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 235,900 to CNY 319,900. The E5 Sportback inherits Audi’s classic exterior design language and measures 4,881mm long, 1,960mm wide, and 1,479mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,950mm. The E5 Sportback has an RWD or Quattro intelligent 4WD layout. The R...

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Liuzhou Wuling releases Aishang brand for NEVs According to multiple press releases dated September 16, Liuzhou Wuling New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd. (Liuzhou Wuling), a subsidiary of Guangxi Automobile Group Co., Ltd., forayed into the passenger vehicle market and released a New Energy Vehicle (NEV) brand named Aishang. Aishang’s first model, the A100C micro battery electric vehicle, is scheduled for launch on September 26. The A100C, a 3-doo...

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