BAuto Malaysia warns of adverse auto industry factors, sees lower FY performance ended April 2025 Announced on June 12, 2025, Bermaz Auto Berhad (BAuto) reported a decline in revenue and profit for the financial year ended April 30, 2025, primarily driven by reduced sales of Mazda and Kia vehicles in Malaysia, amid mounting competition from lower-priced Chinese imports. BAuto’s profit before tax dropped to MYR 224.3 million (from MYR 483.7 mill...

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Sharp to develop EV by applying household electric appliance technology Sharp Corporation (Sharp) held a business briefing on June 17 in Tokyo to introduce its “brand business”, which it regards as its business pillar, and its research and development activities. The company explained its commitment to the electric vehicle (EV) concept model it unveiled in September 2024. The concept model was developed based on Hon Hai Precision Industry Co...

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Act   •    Countries of origin for all available engines   •    Countries of origin for all available transmissions   •    U.S. manufacturing workforce About 25% of the more than 400 vehicles on sale in the U.S. made the 2025 AMI list, with the top 20 vehicles being: 1.    Tesla Model 32.    Tesla Model Y3.    Tesla Model S4.    Tesla Model X5.    Jeep Gladiator6.    Kia EV67.    Honda Ridgeline8.    Honda Odysse...

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Audi unveils third generation of Q3 SUV On June 16, Audi unveiled the third generation of the Q3 SUV. The entry-level Audi Q3 SUV TFSI 110 kW comes with a 1.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, mild-hybrid tech, and a standard seven-speed S tronic gearbox. It produces output of 110 kW and features Cylinder on Demand (COD) to increase efficiency. Audi Q3 SUV TFSI quattro uses a 2.0-liter gasoline engine with quattro all-wheel drive and seven-spe...

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Bajaj Auto, India launches Chetak 3001 electric scooter On June 17, Bajaj Auto Ltd launched its new Chetak 3001 electric scooter for INR 99,990, an upgrade from the Chetak 2903. Built on the Chetak 35 platform, the Chetak 3001 offers a range of up to 127 km and 35 litres of boot space. The new model also features a floorboard-mounted 3.0 kWh battery for stability and a lower center of gravity. The Chetak 3001 comes equipped with a 750W charger th...

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a will be available in range-extended electric (REEV) variants, with competitive high-performance plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) variants under development. -          The bZ series will be further expanded, and solid-state batteries will reach mass production and be equipped in GAC Toyota models as soon as possible. -          The popularization of the 5th-generation hybrid technology will be accelerated, and the R&D of the 6th...

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Chery launches Duomi mini electric SUV On June 11, Chery launched the Duomi mini battery electric SUV, which is available in two variants priced at CNY 59,900 and CNY 69,900, respectively. The Duomi offers four exterior color options, meeting the mobility requirements of young families with the trafficability of a 5-seater SUV and a rear trunk opening width of 952mm. It measures 3,720mm long, 1,700mm wide, and 1,608mm or 1,599mm high, with a whee...

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Volvo Cars opens EX30 pre-sales in Brazil at 2025 Interlagos Festival On June 12, it was reported that Volvo Car Brasil is showcasing two upcoming models at the Festival Interlagos 2025, including the debut of the EX30 Cross Country in a pre-sale campaign. The EX30 is expected to arrive at dealerships in September. Equipped with dual electric motors and all-wheel drive, the SUV delivers 428 hp and 543 Nm of torque, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h...

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Cadillac launches top line LYRIQ-V in Europe On June 10, Cadillac unveiled the Lyriq-V to coincide with the annual 24 Hours of Le Mans race, where Cadillac has four specially prepared LMDh racecars entered. “The decision to unveil this model at Le Mans was intentional — a tribute to our racing legacy and a demonstration of how the insights gained on the track can shape the future of electric mobility,” said Pere Brugal, Managing Director an...

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Tesla launches revised Models S and X in U.S. On June 12, Tesla officially launched the newest versions of its flagship Model S and Model X vehicles, built in Fremont, California. Changes are focused on functional characteristics of the two vehicles rather than obvious styling changes. The list of changes includes:   •    Up to 410 miles of range on the Model S Long Range    •    Quieter inside with less wind and road noise, more eff...

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HONGQI reveals specification of new premium liftback H6 in Russia On June 5, HONGQI announced trim levels and prices for the new HONGQI H6 model, a high-status D-class liftback. It will enter the Russian market in two trim levels: Deluxe and Dynamic. Both trim levels are equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with a power of 245 hp and a torque of 380 Nm. The all-aluminum engine is equipped with a timing chain drive with a silent ...

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Ford unveils first Ranger PHEV in Europe with 43 km EV range On June 12, Ford Europe unveiled the new Ranger Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) — the first Ranger with a gasoline-electric hybrid system that works on-road and off-road. It comes in three versions: Stormtrak launch edition, the rugged Wildtrak, and the high-spec XLT.  The model comes with a five-seat Double Cab and a tough, practical load bed that fits a Euro pallet between the wheel arches. ...

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FAW Toyota launches bZ5 electric coupe SUV On June 10, FAW Toyota launched the bZ5 midsize battery electric coupe SUV. The model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 129,800 to CNY 159,800. It is the first new model developed by FAW Toyota’s China team and a starting model under Toyota’s localization strategy. Adopting a stereoscopic diamond-cutting exterior design, the bZ5 measures 4,780mm long, 1,866mm wide, and 1,510...

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VinFast delivers 11,496 EVs in Vietnam in May 2025 On June 11, 2025, VinFast reported delivering 11,496 electric vehicles in Vietnam in May 2025, bringing its YTD domestic sales to 56,187 EV units.The VF 5 remained the top-selling model for the month with 4,232 units. Close behind, the VF 3 mini SUV sold 3,950 units, while the VF 6 and VF 7 recorded sales of 1,393 and 773 units, respectively. Larger SUVs VF 8 and VF 9, along with service-focused ...

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Zeekr Mexico opens presales of 2026 7X model On June 12, Zeekr announced the opening of presales for its 2026 7X model in Mexico. The electric SUV imported from China is built on the same platform as the Zeekr 007, the 7X sits above the Zeekr X in the lineup and will be offered in two trims: Sport and Flagship. The Sport version delivers 310 hp and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6 seconds, while the Flagship boosts output to 637 hp, reaching 1...

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BMW unveils updated XM PHEV model range with powerful V8 engine On June 12, BMW unveiled the updated XM range i.e., the two plug-in hybrid models. The high-performance BMW XM Label is now the only version with a V8 hybrid engine, while the BMW XM 50e, powered by a six-cylinder hybrid setup, continues unchanged. The XM Label uses a V8 engine of 585 hp paired with an electric motor of 197 hp, together it generate a total output of 748 hp and 1,000 ...

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BMW expands Virtual Factory for smarter production planning On June 11, BMW announced that it is scaling up its Virtual Factory, using digital twins of over 30 production sites to speed up planning. What used to take weeks in real plants can now be tested virtually in days. From now until 2027, over 40 new or updated models will be added to global production—first virtually, then in real life. This shift is expected to cut planning costs by up ...

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Japanese OEMs recently announced their May 2025 new car sales results in China. Toyota sold 144,900 units in May, up 6.8% year-over-year (y/y) and achieving growth y/y for 4 consecutive months. Year-to-date (YTD) sales volume totaled 680,000 units, up 7.5% y/y. Specifically, FAW Toyota electrified models and TNGA-K platform-based high-end models took up 48% and 61%, respectively. The FAW Toyota bZ5 midsize battery electric SUV launched on June 1...

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and opening ceremony for their EV manufacturing plant in Purwakarta, Indonesia, through PT National Assemblers (NA). This marks GAC's one-year presence in the Indonesian automotive market and solidifies its long-term commitment to developing the EV industry. The plant follows the Lighthouse Factory model, an advanced, eco-friendly system with full data connectivity and smart automation. Initially capable of producing 20,000 units per year, the fa...

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ated bZ4X electric SUV, enhancing driving and charging performance, as well as interior and exterior design. The SUV now rides on an upgraded BEV platform with new eAxles, batteries, suspension, and chassis tuning. The vehicle now offers two battery choices: a 57.7 kWh pack (FWD only) and a larger 73.1 kWh option (FWD and AWD). A new 22 kW onboard charger (standard on higher trims) speeds up AC charging, while improved DC fast charging reduces ti...

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