e, progress on a proposed BYD manufacturing plant in Tanjung Malim, Perak, appeared to have seen limited progress as of March. BYD also reiterated its long-term investment commitment to Malaysia and said East Malaysia offers further growth potential, although the company noted that suitable vehicle models would be needed for the market. (From an article of Bernama on September 5, 2026)...

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for THB 28.31 billion, up 57% YoY. The BOI said it will continue supporting upgrades to existing production bases and investment in new technologies and future-industry supply chains. Major automotive investments include Isuzu, Mazda, Mitsubishi Motors, and Honda, spanning production upgrades, new models and automotive technologies. Automotive component makers Astemo and Aisin Powertrain are also involved in investments related to next-generatio...

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competitive globally. SEAT S.A. will continue with its planned product launches and updates, including mild-hybrid versions of the Ibiza and Arona in 2027. However, SEAT’s long-term future is still being reviewed. Tighter regulations, the cost of electrification, and the investment needed for new models are making further investment in the brand more challenging. Several options remain possible beyond 2030, including a gradual phase-out of the ...

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ble. Approximately JPY 110 billion has been allocated to the CEV subsidy program under the FY2025 supplementary budget. While the total funding amount remains unchanged from the previous FY2024 supplementary budget, applications under that earlier program were accepted until February 2026. Sales of models that have benefited from the increased subsidy—such as Toyota Motor Corporation’s bZ4X, Honda Motor Co., Ltd.’s Super-One, and Tesla, Inc...

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Corporation (Toprec, Chuo Ward, Tokyo), a subsidiary of Topre Corporation that specializes in refrigerated and freezer vehicle bodies. Isuzu rebuilds (reconditions) deteriorated components and provides leasing of “remanufactured unit vehicles” that deliver performance equivalent to that of new models. The company aims to realize a one-stop restoration including mounting components, which will be the first in Japan if it becomes a reality. By...

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Toyota to discontinue production of Lexus UX compact SUV in February 2027 Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) will discontinue production of the Lexus UX compact SUV in February 2027. Sales of certain models and body colors have already been discontinued. The company announced this on its website by September 4. Toyota commented that the decision to end production was made after "comprehensively considering factors such as the brand's overall model...

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Audi unveiled new A2 e-tron as compact electric model in Paris On September 7, Audi unveiled the all-electric Audi A2 e-tron in Paris. A2 e-tron arrives 21 months earlier than comparable previous-generation models. Developed in Germany and built at Ingolstadt plant, it uses more than 1,200 existing production components and around 250 robots, helping reduce investment and save resources. A2 e-tron measures 4,324 mm long, 1,789 mm wide, 1,548–1,...

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BMW Regensburg plant, Germany, completes major upgrades for new class production On September 4, BMW Regensburg plant completed several upgrades to prepare for the next-generation New Class models. During a three-week production shutdown from August 8 to 30, 2026, the plant carried out several hundred structural and conversion projects. The production of the BMW X1 and X2 has since resumed as planned. A key upgrade was the installation of a new P...

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nced that it will launch its new European strategy at the IAA Transportation 2026. FOTON will also plan the overseas premiere of the CAVAN BEACON, an intelligent heavy truck compatible with both battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell powertrains. The show will also feature seven new energy vehicle models and six in-house developed core components, cover mainstream European transport use cases, and demonstrate FOTON's full chain, self-reliant har...

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IAA Transportation 2026: JAC to present four models suitable for European markets On September 7, JAC Motors announced that it will present four models at IAA Transportation 2026, developed with the European market in mind. It will present the N90 EV, a 9-ton battery-electric distribution truck with increased payload capacity. It is powered by a 100.46 kWh CATL battery. It has a range of 180 km (WLTP-based testing) and 100 kW fast-charging capabi...

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IAA Transportation 2026: DELIVAN to present first production models On September 4, DELIVAN, a new European–focused van brand from Chery Holding, announced that it will unveil its first production models at IAA Transportation 2026. It will present its first two all-electric production vans, representing two different sizes within its forthcoming European range and designed to meet a variety of commercial needs. The two production vans will be ...

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Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles launches Tata Osprey in South Africa On September 3, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles launched the Tata Osprey sub compact SUV in South Africa. The Osprey is a locally adapted version of the Tata Nexon and is available in a four-model range, with prices starting at ZAR 249,900. All Tata Osprey models are powered by a 1.2-litre turbocharged gasoline engine which produces 88.2 kW of power and 170 Nm of torque. The Smart...

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n opening for new players that specialize in these areas, such as Huawei and Xiaomi, whose strengths translate well to the automotive industry. Chinese brands are also leading in propulsion and battery innovation, while managing to keep vehicle purchase prices lower than equivalent imported Western models, with BYD being a notable example. Flash charging is one such development, enabling megawatt-level charging for vehicles through technologies s...

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intelligent driving technologies, and persistent illegal vehicle modifications. It updates and improves the relevant technical requirements in the following four key areas: First, the revision enhances the inherent safety of medium- and large-sized buses and trucks. It expands the range of vehicle models required to be equipped with automatic emergency braking (AEB), electronic stability control (ESC), and electronic braking systems (EBS), and i...

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e radars and can meet the requirements of the mandatory GB 47955 standard for highway driving scenarios. Compared with conventional 3D millimeter-wave radars, the 4D radars extend the obstacle detection range by 50 to 100 meters. The solution can now be adapted for markets outside China, and global models equipped with the solution are expected to enter mass production in Q1 2027. (From a Desay SV press release on August 31, 2026)...

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Hino to release 2 next-generation FC-powered heavy-duty truck models in 2030 with priority on cruising range and payload capacity Hino Motors Limited (Hino Motors) announced plans to release next-generation fuel-cell-based heavy-duty truck models around 2030. These models will be equipped with fuel cell (FC) systems for heavy-duty trucks developed by Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota), offering enhanced durability and energy efficiency. The compan...

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registrations are progressing smoothly, with Hino up 10.7% and Mitsubishi Fuso up 23.0% year over year. By model, the sales of heavy-duty trucks rose 5.7% to 4,257 units, while those of medium-duty trucks fell 8.4% to 1,647 units. The increase in heavy-duty trucks was centered on Hino's 5-to-6-ton models and Mitsubishi Fuso's 12-ton or heavier models. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on September 7, 2026)...

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creased by 1.3% y/y to 11,624 units. Sales of Toyota Motor Corporation’s (Toyota) “Yaris” compact car, which became the top-selling registered vehicle model for 24 consecutive months, increased by 14.3% y/y to 10,077 units and ranked third in the overall rankings. Five out of ten best-selling models were Toyota vehicles. In addition to the Yaris, the Toyota “Raize” compact SUV and “Sienta” compact minivan recorded a significant sale...

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. Its core R&D areas will include vehicle performance and driving dynamics, as well as immersive AI-powered intelligent cockpits and next-generation advanced driver assistance systems tailored specifically to premium vehicle users in China. Audi and SAIC Motor will jointly develop four all-new AUDI models based on the next-generation Advanced Digitized Platform (ADP) 2.0, a dedicated architecture designed for future intelligent connected vehicles...

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ngle tire on each side has been increased from 7,000 kg to 8,000 kg. This effectively alleviates front-axle overload caused by concentrated battery loads in new energy commercial vehicles and provides greater design margin for axle load distribution and structural layout in new energy vehicle (NEV) models. To support innovation in energy-efficient vehicles, the revised standard introduces definitions for aerodynamic towing vehicles and aerodynami...

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