any. The vehicles will be used across Germany by DB Regio AG for regional transport. For intercity routes, MAN will supply Lion’s Intercity LE buses in three lengths. For city transport, Deutsche Bahn will mainly use the MAN Lion’s City range. These buses are available as diesel, CNG, or hybrid models, offering efficient operation and low running costs. A large share of the order will be battery-electric city buses in 10-, 12-, and 18-meter v...

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GAC Group to enter Japanese EV market in 2026 According to multiple press releases dated December 11, GAC Group will enter the Japanese EV market with its Aion sub-brand in the summer of 2026. For Japanese sales operations, GAC Group plans to entrust M Mobility Japan, an agent in Nakano, Tokyo. Two battery electric vehicle models will initially be introduced, namely, the Aion UT compact liftback sedan and the Aion V compact SUV, with respective s...

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JAC Group establishes joint lab for flying cars with two partners On December 11, a joint laboratory for flying cars between JAC Group and its two partners was officially opened. Under the agreement, the joint laboratory will focus on tackling nine related core technology paths along the complete chain “from flying car configuration design to operating models” to build a perfect technical system and platform for testing and validation. Next, ...

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romotion of new energy heavy-duty trucks. Both companies will be dedicated to advancing the market expansion and practical application of such trucks as methanol-hydrogen electric and battery electric trucks in regional markets including Beijing and Tianjin. Through innovative, diversified business models, they will integrate the product, energy, and business ecosystems into a green, intelligent transportation system. From a Geely Farizon press r...

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NG-branded buses to Thailand, marking a key milestone in the Vietnamese manufacturer’s international expansion. The order covers 12m ICE and electric buses, 7.8m ICE buses, and a 7.5m electric bus, all engineered to meet Thailand’s operating and technical requirements. The 7.5m and 12m electric models, equipped with BYD battery systems manufactured at the Battery Production & Assembly Plant located inside the Kim Long Motor Automobile Industr...

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all-new model as production ramps up in Tanjong Malim. With bookings surpassing 30,000 units, the all-new Saga is expected to gain greater prominence in 2026. The Proton X50 followed with 2,127 units, while the S70 retained its position as the C-segment sedan leader with 1,487 units sold. Other ICE models contributed consistently, led by the Persona (1,050 units), X70 (471 units), Iriz (241 units) and X90 (234 units). In the EV segment, interest ...

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to what American customers are demanding today, not just what regulations once pushed. “We truly believe that hybrid is going to be one of the favorite powertrains in the U.S.,” Filosa stated. Filosa clarified that Stellantis is “focusing more on traditional hybrids rather than plug-in hybrid models,” noting lower demand for PHEVs in the U.S. Left unsaid was the fact that 2023-2025 Jeep Wrangler and Grand Cherokee 4xe PHEV models have exp...

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with Volkswagen Group and its partners, the company has invested EUR 10 billion in Spain to make the country a leader in sustainable mobility. Of this, EUR 3 billion went specifically into electrifying the Martorell plant, which is now capable of producing electric, hybrid, and efficient combustion models for several Group brands. The upgrade strengthens Martorell’s role as Volkswagen Group’s third-largest plant in Europe. It currently produc...

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Mercedes-Benz launches “Tomorrow XX” to advance sustainability across all models On December 11, Mercedes-Benz launched the “Tomorrow XX” technology programme to support its sustainability goals. For the first time, the programme applies to the entire vehicle lineup. Its focus is on reducing carbon emissions, saving resources, and improving circularity from the design stage to the end of a vehicle’s life. The goal is to fully apply the ...

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MINI expands use of recycled fabrics across its lineup On December 11, MINI announced that its current models now use more innovative and recycled materials inside the car. Following its “Secondary First” approach, MINI uses knitted fabric made from recycled materials in all models starting in 2024. The fabric is 92% recycled polyester and is used on the dashboard, door panels, and center console. Using these materials cuts carbon emissions a...

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s in November 2025, a 47.0% YoY decline.The Hyundai Creta led November sales with 1,236 units, followed by the Tucson with 1,003 units. The Hyundai Accent ranked third with 656 units. The Hyundai Grand i10 placed fourth with 360 units, while the Hyundai Stargazer came in fifth with 305 units. Other models included the Hyundai Santa Fe in sixth place with 201 units, the Hyundai Venue in seventh with 185 units, and the Hyundai Custin in eighth with...

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Mercedes-Benz Malaysia adds new GLC 200 and GLE 400 e to locally assembled SUV line-up Announced on December 9, 2025, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has expanded its locally assembled SUV portfolio with two new models: the GLC 200 4MATIC and the GLE 400 e 4MATIC plug-in hybrid.  Both are produced in Pekan and strengthen the brand’s SUV line-up in Malaysia. The GLC 200 4MATIC, priced from MYR 329,888, returns a petrol-powered option to the GLC range. I...

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timized in many specifications. The platform will further enhance Dongfeng Trucks Xinjiang’s competitiveness in the African market and emerging markets outside of China. In 2026, Dongfeng Trucks Xinjiang will strive for an annual sales volume of 25,000 vehicles. The company will launch 77 vehicle models covering the tractor, freight truck, special-purpose vehicle, and engineering vehicle categories across 84 specific scenarios in the Chinese ma...

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Mazda consolidates CX-3 into a single grade to enhance cost competitiveness On December 11, Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) announced that it will consolidate the grade lineup of the CX-3 compact SUV into one grade each for the gasoline and diesel models. Previously, the gasoline model had been available in three grades and the diesel model had been available in two grades. By streamlining specifications, the company will enhance its cost competi...

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Three Japanese OEMs announce November 2025 new vehicle sales in China New vehicle sales by three Japanese OEMs in China for November fell 12.9% year-on-year (y/y) to 275,524 units, a decrease for the third consecutive month. In addition to price competition, the impact of the termination of subsidies for replacing old cars with new models is spreading. New vehicle sales by Toyota Motor Corporation decreased by 12.1% y/y to 154,600 units. It was t...

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utomakers other than Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) declined. Especially. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) reported a 15.3% y/y decrease. The decline was affected by the issue of semiconductor supply. Toyota sold 212,772 units, an increase of 2.7% y/y for nine months in a row. In November, sales of models such as the Corolla and 4Runner were robust. Honda, which had to reduce production at its Mexican and other plants in North America for nearly ...

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Isuzu introduces new models and announces investment in Mexico On November 18, it was reported that Isuzu confirmed the upcoming arrival of the new Forward 1800 and Forward 2000 in Mexico. The Forward 1800 adopts a 6x2 configuration with a 23-ton GVW capacity, while the Forward 2000 uses a 6x4 layout and increases capacity to 26 tons. Both are powered by the 6HK1-TCS diesel engine, producing 271 hp and 723 lb-ft of torque. The trucks incorporate ...

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pute Module (ACM3) and delivers 1600 sparse INT8 TOPS of compute and 5 billion pixels per second of processing.    • Rivian confirmed plans to integrate LiDAR into its future R2 vehicles. Gen 3 autonomy hardware, including ACM3 and LiDAR, is currently in validation and is expected to ship on R2 models beginning late 2026.    • Rivian introduced its Large Driving Model (LDM). Using Group-Relative Policy Optimization, the LDM is designed to...

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e extender specifications into its future Scalable Systems Platform (SSP) for electric cars. “Whether and when this technology will be introduced in Europe and the U.S. depends on customer demand,” the company said. VW Group has already announced plans for its Scout brand to sell extended-range models in the U.S., but has not yet said if its main brands, VW and Audi, will pursue the technology for Western markets. VW does plan to offer extend...

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Peterbilt introduces new electric medium-duty Models 536EV, 537EV, 548EV On December 9, Peterbilt announced the expansion of its EV lineup with all-new medium duty models, including Models 536EV, 537EV and 548EV. The all-new Models 536EV and 537EV are engineered for regional delivery as well as service and utility trucks, while the new Class 8 Model 548EV supports 4x2 tractors and vocational configurations. They feature a distinctive exterior loo...

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