Mexico approves tariffs on Asian origin products On December 11, it was reported that Mexico’s Senate approved a measure to increase import tariffs by up to 50% on more than 1,400 product categories from countries without free trade agreements, mainly targeting China. The bill, proposed by President Claudia Sheinbaum and passed with 76 votes in favor and five against, completes the legislative process after being approved by the Chamber of Depu...

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Global EV battery installation Jan- Oct up 35.2%, top CATL with 38.1% share On December 2, SNE Research announced monthly power battery data for global electric vehicles (BEV, PHEV, HEV) sold in October 2025. For January to October, the global battery installation increased 35.2% to 933.5 GWh. By national origin among top 10 suppliers, Chinese manufacturers accounted for 68.9% of sales, followed by Korean manufacturers at 16.0% and Japanese manuf...

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Mahindra & Mahindra, India launches XEV 9S, a new all-electric 7 seater SUV On November 27, 2025, Mahindra & Mahindra launched the XEV 9S, a new all‑electric 7‑seater SUV, with introductory prices starting at INR 1.995 million.  Built on the INGLO EV platform as part of Mahindra’s Electric Origin SUV line, XEV 9S measures 4,737 mm long, 1,900 mm wide, 1,745 mm high, wheelbase 2,762 mm and ground clearance 205 mm.  It is offered in multip...

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the V2X communication and prevent rear-end collisions at the end of traffic jams. In addition, Infineon developed concepts for a hardware-based authentication of the communication partners using inherent signatures of the cellular components as “fingerprints” to guarantee data authenticity and origin. The Technische Universität München added new methods to improve the safety of teleoperated driving with reduced communication bandwidth, and...

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Global EV battery installation Jan- Sep up 34.7%, top CATL with 36.6% share On November 4, SNE Research announced monthly power battery data for global electric vehicles (BEV, PHEV, HEV) sold in September 2025. For January to September, the global battery installation increased 34.7% to 811.7 GWh. By national origin among top 10 suppliers, Chinese manufacturers accounted for 68.2% of sales, followed by Korean manufacturers at 16.8% and Japanese m...

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of USMCA as a trilateral agreement", recommending also that the three countries adopt an industry-accepted North American Charging Standard as the single EV standard and align automotive safety standards.     • Stellantis said vehicles made outside North America should follow rules on component origin to "mirror or effectively match those imposed by the USMCA" or drop tariffs on Mexico and Canada USMCA-compliant passenger vehicles.     • ...

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JMS 2025: Toyota unveils Corolla concept model and IMV Origin under the theme "To You” On October 29, Toyota Motor Corporation President & CEO Koji Sato took to the stage at a press briefing at the Japan Mobility Show 2025, which is being held at Tokyo Big Sight (Press days: October 29-30, Public days: October 31-November 9).  The briefing began with the presentation of a Toyota corporate commercial under the theme “To You”. Toyota has bee...

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Samsung Wallet adds digital car key support for Mahindra electric origin SUVs in India On October 29, 2025, Samsung announced the introduction of digital car key functionality for Mahindra Electric Origin SUVs in India via Samsung Wallet. Mahindra Group becomes the first Indian OEM to integrate this feature, which allows Galaxy smartphone users to lock, unlock, and start their XEV 9e and BE 6 electric SUVs without a physical key. Its owners can s...

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ial alert, it undergoes a review of its internal control system after one year, and if it is properly maintained and operated, the designation will be lifted. Nidec has been investigating, with external experts, the discovery of unpaid customs duties in the United States due to incorrect country-of-origin declarations for motors manufactured by its Italian consolidated subsidiary. The auditing firm, PwC Japan, issued a disclaimer of opinion repor...

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Global EV battery installation Jan-Aug up 34.9% top CATL with 36.8% share On October 13, SNE Research announced monthly power battery data for global electric vehicles (BEV, PHEV, HEV) sold in August 2025. For January to August, the global battery installation increased 34.9% to 691.3 GWh. By national origin among top 10 suppliers, Chinese manufacturers accounted for 68.4% of sales, followed by Korean manufacturers at 16.8% and Japanese manufactu...

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ill have on European market prices. ACEA said that the changing of key safeguard parameters, in particular the lowering of quotas and the doubling of the out-of-quota tariff to 50%, will significantly reduce the possibility of relieving pressure in the European market through imports. A new rule of origin based on the “melt and pour” principle will restrict imports further and create a massive administrative burden for European users of impor...

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e, and commissioning of two production lines dedicated to the assembly, inspection, and automated testing of door interior modules for a renowned sports car brand.  The new client is a leading Spanish manufacturer of automotive interior components and forms part of an international group of Indian origin. The project will run for 52 weeks and will be developed in two phases: the first at the company’s Barcelona plant, and from week 43 of produ...

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tion from the Nissan Patrol, featuring a sculpted bonnet, signature C-shaped headlamps, robust bumper, and a muscular stance. Unique details include a ‘Double-C’ motif with Himalayan-inspired accents on the front doors and an illuminated red lightbar at the rear. The name ‘Tekton,’ of Greek origin meaning “craftsman” or “architect,” reflects Nissan’s focus on engineering excellence and a premium SUV identity. The Tekton is desig...

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CO2, these fuels contribute to Australia’s Net Zero targets.The Cleaner Fuels Program will offer grants to local producers, building on initiatives such as the Future Made in Australia Innovation Fund, new fuel quality standards, Sustainable Aviation Fuel Funding Initiative, and the Guarantee of Origin Scheme. The program aims to attract investment and help Australian LCLF projects compete globally, with detailed design expected in late 2025, ...

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September 9, 2025, Vingroup has filed a civil lawsuit against 68 domestic and foreign individuals and organizations for spreading false information online about the group, its leadership, and VinFast. The misinformation included fabricated claims about Vingroup’s financial health, the quality and origin of VinFast vehicles, and personal attacks on the Chairman and senior executives. Some accounts alleged that VinFast cars and motorbikes were Ch...

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40. The agreement also strengthens Europe’s economic resilience by supporting diversified supply chains for critical raw materials, such as lithium, graphite, and manganese. The modernisation of the EU-Mexico FTA will also bring important benefits to the EU automotive industry by updating rule of origin requirements and by addressing Technical Barriers to Trade (TBTs) in the sector through the inclusion of a motor vehicle annex.  ACEA now urge...

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Global EV battery installation Jan- Jul up 35.3%, top CATL with 37.5% share On September 2, SNE Research announced monthly power battery data for global electric vehicles (BEV, PHEV, HEV) sold in July 2025. For January to July , the global battery installation increased 35.3% to 590.7 GWh. By national origin among top 10 suppliers, Chinese manufacturers accounted for 68.8% of sales, followed by Korean manufacturers at 16.7% and Japanese manufact...

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these tariffs disrupted supply chains and strained trade relations. Canada responded with its own tariffs on U.S.-assembled vehicles, accelerating supplier realignment and strengthening Mexico’s position due to its strong manufacturing base, export capacity, and compliance with regional rules of origin. Industry leaders such as General Motors and Ford continue to expand in Mexico, leveraging its cost efficiency, quality, and strategic location...

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Global EV battery installation Jan- Jun up 37.3% , top CATL with 37.9% share On August 4, SNE Research announced monthly power battery data for global electric vehicles (BEV, PHEV, HEV) sold in June 2025.     For January to June, the global battery installation increased 37.3% to 504.4 GWh. By national origin among top 10 suppliers, Chinese manufacturers accounted for 68.9% of sales, followed by Korean manufacturers at 16.5% and Japanese manufa...

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xpensive than in other countries. Interestingly, Tesla has chosen to enter India through Completely Built-Up (CBU) imports, which also face high import duties. Tesla is offering only the Model Y in two variants: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) and Long Range RWD. The company has not officially disclosed the origin of these vehicles, leading to speculation about whether they come from Gigafactory Shanghai, Gigafactory Berlin, or Gigafactory Texas. However,...

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