BYD Sealion 6 DM-I PHEV launched in Singapore Announced on July 16, 2025, BYD has unveiled the Sealion 6 DM-i, its first plug-in hybrid SUV in Singapore, with a special launch price of SGD 212,888. Designed to balance performance, efficiency, and comfort, the Sealion 6 DM-i delivers a premium driving experience. Its sleek design is highlighted by signature double U-shaped headlights and sharp, sculpted lines that command attention on the road. At...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

Adient launches mechanical massage seat solution in China ahead of Americas, EU On July 15, Adient announced it has launched a new mechanical massage seat solution. The innovation debuted in GAC-Trumpchi's new PHEV model M8, which features three-row seating and an industry-first massage system supplied by Adient that redefines auto seating comfort. Adient's mechanical massage solution uses a 3D massage module that precisely simulates professional...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

units (8.4% share), Ford sales were 8,530 units (7.2% share) and Peugeot sales were 7,348 units (6.2% share). In passenger vehicles, gasoline-engine vehicles decreased 31.8% to 39,391 units (42.1% share), diesel-engine vehicles decreased 51.7% to 5,174 units (5.5% share), hybrid vehicles including PHEV and MHEV increased 107.3% to 22,506 units (24.0% share), EVs including range extender EV increased 209.9% to 25,828 units (27.6% share). Turkiye...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/15

“assess the effects of U.S. tariff policies” . The Hornet, sibling of the Alfa Romeo Tonale, is also built at Giambattista Vico Assembly Plant in Naples, Italy, and is subject to a 25% tariff when shipped into the U.S. The Hornet debuted in 2023 in the compact utility segment with ICE and plug PHEV powertrains, starting at USD 31,990 with shipping, for the ICE-only GT version, targeting consumers who want something different than mass-market...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/15

For NEVs, production and sales volumes in June totaled 1.268 million units and 1.329 million units, up 26.4% y/y and 26.7% y/y, respectively. Specifically, BEV (battery electric vehicle) production and sales volumes totaled 823,000 units and 859,000 units, up 41.9% y/y and 40.4% y/y, respectively; PHV (plug-in hybrid vehicle) production and sales volumes totaled 445,000 units and 470,000 units, up 5.3% y/y and 7.8% y/y, respectively; and FCV (fu...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/14

Electrified vehicle sales in Japan in January through June 2025, up 2.5%, HV and PHV sales strong The sales volume of new electrified vehicles (passenger vehicles) in Japan in the first half of FY2025 (January to June) was 1,098,231 units, up 2.5% compared to the same period last year, marking the third consecutive growth for the first half period. However, the growth rate fell behind that of the entire market, and the ratio of electrified vehicl...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

n H1 2025. The truck division TRATON saw a decrease of 4.3% YoY to 153,200 units in H1 2025. Regarding BEV deliveries, sales increased by 46.7% YoY and a global delivery of 465,500 units in H1 2025. The group sold 347,900 BEVs, up 89.0% YoY in Europe and 31,300 BEVs, up 24.3% YoY in USA in H1 2025. PHEV deliveries in H1 2025 increased 41% YoY to 192,300 units. Based on VW Group press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

and production of domestic brands grew by 20% y/y. New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) In June, wholesale volumes of New Energy passenger cars totaled 1.241 million units, up 27.0% y/y. Specifically, battery electric vehicle (BEV) volumes totaled 771,000 units, up 39.2% y/y; plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) volumes totaled 348,000 units, up 10.1% y/y; range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) volumes totaled 122,000 units, up 13.6% y/y; and ICE-powered...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/09

BYD hits 90,000 NEV deliveries in Thailand; Seal PHEV production to begin locally Reported on July 8, 2025, BYD (Thailand), in partnership with Rever Automotive, is celebrating the delivery of 90,000 new energy vehicles in Thailand. The milestone vehicle, a fully imported DENZA D9, was handed over to mark the occasion. The event also marks the first anniversary of BYD’s Thai production plant and the announcement of the BYD Seal 5 DM-i, the bran...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/08

t, off-road bumpers, modular anti-scratch Bumper Shield, matte anti-glare hood sticker, rear tow hook, and 19-inch tires designed for traction and durability on rough terrain. Built on the Stellantis STLA Medium platform, the C-SUV segment Compass 4xe supports multiple powertrain options (e-hybrid, PHEV, and BEV) and offers improved range and safety. It also integrates the advanced Selec-Terrain system with an added off-road mode for optimal perf...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/08

Ford Puma (4,419 units), Tesla Model Y (4,181 units), Vauxhall Corsa (3,583 units) and MG HS (3,567 units).Compared to last June, gasoline-engine car sales decreased 4.2% to 88,029 units (46.0% share), BEV surged 39.1% to 47,354 units (24.8% share), HEV decreased 8.5% to 23,835 units (12.5% share), PHEV jumped 28.8% to 21,382 units (11.2% share), and diesel-engine car sales rose 0.2% to 10,716 units (5.6% share). In June, private car sales rose 5...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/07

German passenger car sales down 13.8% in June, EV up 8.6%, PHV up 66.4% The number of June new passenger car registrations in Germany was 256,193 units, down 13.8% from the same month last year, and the total sales for the first six months of 2025 was 1,402,789 units, down 4.7% from the same period last year, according to the figures released by the Germany Federal Motor Vehicle Office (KBA) on July 3. The fall in passenger car sales in June was ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

Global EV battery installation Jan- May up 38.5% , top CATL with 38.1% share On July 2, SNE Research announced monthly power battery data for global electric vehicles (BEV, PHEV, HEV) sold in May 2025. From January to May, the global battery installation increased 38.5% to 401.3 GWh. By national origin among top 10 suppliers, Chinese manufacturers accounted for 68.4% of sales, followed by Korean manufacturers at 17.5% and Japanese manufacturers a...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/03

estone in the company's global expansion. The plant, built in just 15 months, is BYD’s first in Latin America and is expected to play a key role in transforming the region’s new energy vehicle (NEV) industry. With a planned annual capacity of 150,000 vehicles, the site will produce both BEV and PHEV models and is projected to create 20,000 jobs. It is part of a broader BRL 5.5 billion investment in Brazil, which includes three factory units. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/03

Chery launches TIGGO7 and TIGGO8 in Poland, officially enters European market On June 30, Chery introduced two of its globally popular SUV models, the "Urban Champion Family SUV" TIGGO7 and the "5+2 Exclusive Intelligent SUV" TIGGO8, at a launch event in Poland, marking its official entry into the European market. Both models are available in internal combustion engine (ICE) and plug-in hybrid (PHV) versions. Chery also unveiled its self-develope...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

utors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passenger car sales in June decreased 26.5% y/y to 31,464 units (23.6% share), diesel passenger car sales decreased 35.8% to 13,323 units (10.0% share), hybrid car (HEV) sales decreased 7.1% to 58,027 units (43.6% share), plug-in hybrid car (PHEV) and REx combined sales increased 69.9% to 9,546 units (7.2% share), and electric vehicle (BEV) sales decreased 40.7% to 7,953 units (6.0% share)...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

SOUEAST launches vehicles in Morocco, announces North African strategy On July 1, SOUEAST announced its official entry into the Moroccan market, marking the launch of its North African strategy. It introduced S09, the D-Class SUV; S07, the C-Class SUV; and S06 DM, the PHEV C-Class SUV in Morocco.  M-Automotive, the leading automotive distributor in Morocco, plans to cooperate with SOUEAST and establish three directly operated stores by 2025, and...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

VW unveils eHybrid 4MOTION AWD PHEV system for Multivan and California On June 30, VW Commercial Vehicles announced that it has developed a new plug-in hybrid all-wheel drive system for the Multivan and California, called eHybrid 4MOTION. It uses one electric motor on each axle, offering electric driving, strong traction, and long-distance capability. There are four drive modes i.e., Eco, Comfort, Sport, and Individual. In Eco and Comfort, the re...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/30

Thailand BOI enhances incentives for local content in BEV/PHEV manufacturing Announced on June 27, 2025, the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has approved a new incentive package to encourage greater use of locally sourced content in the production of battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), and electrical appliances (E&E). The initiative offers an additional 2-year, 50% corporate income tax (CIT) reduction to...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/30

0.5% to 36,542 units.In May, gasoline-powered passenger car sales decreased 19.5% y/y to 310,018 units (27.8% share), diesel passenger car sales decreased 27.6% to 91,129 units (8.2% share), battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales increased 27.2% to 193,493 units (17.4% share), plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHV) sales increased 46.1% to 108,147 units (9.7% share), hybrid vehicle (HV) sales increased 14.2% to 379,150 units (34.1% share) and other vehicle (...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26