CES 2026: Hyundai Motor Group to unveil AI Robotics Strategy On December 21, Hyundai Motor Group released a teaser image previewing its upcoming participation at CES 2026, where it will unveil its Group-level AI Robotics Strategy under the theme, ‘Partnering Human Progress.’ Detailed announcements about the Group’s AI Robotics Strategy will be presented during Hyundai Media Day from 1:00–1:45 p.m. PST, on January 5, 2026, at the Mandalay...

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Autolink to launch Deep Fusion EEA solution at CES 2026 Autolink Information Technology Co., Ltd. (Autolink) announced the January 2026 launch of Deep Fusion EEA, an electronic and electrical architecture (EEA) solution, at the CES 2026 in Las Vegas, USA.Positioned as an EEA integrating automotive systems, the Deep Fusion EEA solution breaks through the limits of conventional multi-domain separate architectures on computing power utilization and ...

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CES 2026: PTC, Lamborghini demonstrate Intelligent Product Lifecycle vision On December 18, PTC announced that at CES 2026 it will demonstrate how Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A utilizes the Intelligent Product Lifecycle to improve the development process by creating a centralized product data foundation that connects design, engineering, and operations, and enables AI-driven transformation. The Lamborghini Revuelto, its first high performance ele...

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Al-Futtaim BYD KSA unveils ATTO 8 in Saudi Arabia On December 11, Al-Futtaim BYD KSA, the official distributor of BYD, launched the BYD ATTO 8 at the Riyadh Motor Show. It is BYD's first 7-seater SUV in Saudi Arabia. It leverages BYD's advanced 5th-generation DM (Dual Mode) Super Hybrid platform, available in two distinct configurations.  The DM-i variant offers a WLTC range of up to 728 kilometres on a single charge and tank. The DM-p (Dual Mot...

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FAW Hongqi launches HS6 PHEV flagship SUV On December 16, FAW Hongqi launched the HS6 PHEV large 5-seater flagship SUV. The model is available in one 4WD and two FWD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 178,800 to CNY 228,800. The HS6 PHEV measures 4,925mm long, 1,970mm wide, and 1,740mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,925mm. The HS6 PHEV features the Honghu hybrid platform. Equipped with a 110kW/225Nm 1.5T dedicated hybrid engine, a 168kW/340Nm pe...

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GWM Ora launches Ora 5 electric SUV On December 16, Ora, a Great Wall Motor (GWM) sub-brand, launched the Ora 5 battery electric SUV. The model is available in five variants, with prices ranging from CNY 99,800 and CNY 133,800. The Ora 5 measures 4,471mm long, 1,833mm or 1,844mm wide, and 1,641mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,720mm. The Ora 5 features a front-motor FWD layout. Equipped with a 14-in-1 high-performance e-drive system and a 150kW/260N...

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Ilika, UK, starts shipments of new 10Ah Goliath battery prototypes On December 11, Ilika shipped its new 10Ah Goliath battery prototypes to customers across multiple industries, including automotive companies. These new prototypes offer five times more capacity than the 2Ah P1 prototypes delivered to customers in July 2024. The 10Ah cells feature a proprietary oxide coating that offers improved safety, allowing electric vehicle manufacturers to d...

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FAW Bestune, Horizon Robotics to co-develop versatile urban ADAS system On December 9, FAW Bestune announced that it will collaborate with Horizon Robotics to develop a versatile urban ADAS (Advanced Driving Assistance System) system based on the HSD (Horizon SuperDrive) solution and the Journey 6P chip. The HSD solution, the technical core of future cooperation between the two companies, adopts a one-stage end-to-end architecture and integrates ...

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PHVF, ARAI, Honda, and VECV to develop India’s first PEMFC electric bus On December 5, the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) announced that Pune Hydrogen Valley (PHVF), ARAI, VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (VECV), and Honda (Japan and India) signed a joint development agreement to develop India’s first advanced Hydrogen Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC) Electric Bus under Pune Hydrogen Valley Innovation Cluster (P-HVIC). P...

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AURELIUS completes acquisition of FIAMM from Resonac Aurelius Investment Lux Sixteen S.à r.l. (AURELIUS) has completed the acquisition of FIAMM Energy Technology S.p.A. (FIAMM) from Resonac Corporation (Resonac), following the completion of all post-signing verifications and regulatory approvals. As part of the deal, AURELIUS has taken over all employees and business activities. (From a press release dated December 1, 2025)...

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Toyota releases 2025 North American Environmental Sustainability Report On December 3, Toyota Motor North America announced the publication of its 2025 North American Environmental Sustainability Report, highlighting company initiatives across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The report outlines Toyota’s environmental strategy and advancements in four priority areas—Carbon, Circular Economy, Water and Biodiversity, and includes highlights such a...

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First validated sample vehicle under FAW Hongqi E702 project rolls off production line On December 3, the FAW Hongqi R&D Center announced the recent roll-off of the first validated sample vehicle for the E702 (P601), a blockbuster vehicle model of the FAW Hongqi 9 lineup. Positioned as a mid-to-large-size battery electric sedan, the E702 adopts a family exterior design language, where the front fascia features a new exclusive logo and sickle-shap...

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Landian Auto launches 3rd-gen E5 Plus plug-in hybrid electric SUV On December 3, Landian Auto, a Seres Group subsidiary, launched the 3rd-generation E5 Plus plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The model is available in FWD and 4WD variants, both priced at CNY 119,800. The 3rd-generation E5 Plus measures 4,760mm long, 1,865mm wide, and 1,710mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,785mm. The 3rd-generation E5 Plus employs a Seres super hybrid system, a 1.5L high-e...

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Schaeffler showcases products for e-mobility at CTI Symposium in Berlin, Germany Schaeffler AG (Schaeffler) announced that its E-Mobility division has presented its electrification product portfolio at the CTI Symposium in Berlin, Germany, from December 2-3, 2025. One of the highlights includes a range extender module for REEVs (range extender electric vehicles) that are gaining adoption in China and the USA. The module, which has been integrated...

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Trump administration proposes to reset CAFE standards On December 3, the U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy alongside U.S. President Donald Trump announced the administration’s new “Freedom Means Affordable Cars” proposal to reset the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)’s corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards.The new proposal would apply to passenger cars and light trucks for model years...

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Auto Guangzhou 2025: Chery Exeed launches Exeed ET5 range-extended electric SUV On November 28, at the Auto Guangzhou 2025 motor show (exhibition period: November 21-30), Exeed, a Chery sub-brand, launched and exhibited the Exeed ET5 midsize range-extended electric SUV. The model is available in two variants priced at CNY 144,900 and CNY 159,900, respectively. The Exeed ET5 measures 4,780mm long, 1,890mm wide, and 1,720mm high, with a wheelbase o...

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Auto Guangzhou 2025: Leapmotor launches Lafa 5 electric coupe On November 27, at the Auto Guangzhou 2025 motor show (exhibition period: November 21-30), Leapmotor launched and exhibited the Lafa 5 battery electric coupe. The model is available in five variants, with prices ranging from CNY 92,800 to CNY 116,800. With “Lifestyle, Attitude, Freedom, and Art” at the core, the Lafa 5 is targeted at young people pursuing individuality. It measures...

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BYD launches Atto 8 model in Brazil On November 25, BYD Brazil presented the new BYD Atto 8 at the São Paulo International Motor Show, marking model’s official launch in the country. Customer deliveries begin immediately as the seven-seat plug-in hybrid SUV becomes the first BYD product in Brazil built on the new high-performance DM-P platform. Atto 8 is a large SUV measuring 5.04 m in length with a configurable cargo capacity between 270 and ...

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Auto Guangzhou 2025: GAC Toyota exhibits next-gen Wildlander intelligent SUV On November 20, GAC Toyota launched the next-generation Wildlander, its first intelligent SUV model with comprehensive upgrades. The model is available in nine 2.0L intelligent dual-power hybrid, 2.5L intelligent dual-power hybrid, and 2.0L gasoline variants, with prices ranging from CNY 169,800 to CNY 230,800. It was exhibited at the Auto Guangzhou 2025 motor show (exhi...

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Advent completes acquisition of u-blox, Switzerland On November 26, ZI Zenith S.à r.l., a European indirect subsidiary of funds managed and advised by Advent International, L.P. (Advent), a leading private equity investor, announced the completion of the public tender offer for u-blox Holding AG. All regulatory approvals have been granted, and all offer conditions have been satisfied. Advent will settle the offer and pay the offer consideration ...

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