BorgWarner to install new production line for flex-fuel turbochargers in Brazil On December 11, it was reported that BorgWarner will install a new production line for flex-fuel turbochargers at its Itatiba plant in Brazil, with operations scheduled to begin in 2027. The line will localize the production of a turbocharger currently manufactured in Europe to supply passenger vehicles from an automaker operating in the Brazilian market. Melissa Matt...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/12

Canada to curb steel imports further as result of damage from U.S. tariffs On November 26, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government announced it will lower the tariff-rate quota level for steel imports from countries with which Canada does not have a trade agreement to 20% from 50%. Steel produced in those nations will face a tariff when their volumes exceed 20% of what they sold to Canadian buyers in 2024. Canadian steel companies that export t...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

Bajaj Auto, India receives EU clearance for full control of Pierer Bajaj AG On November 10, 2025, Bajaj Auto International Holdings B.V. (BAIH), a wholly owned subsidiary of Bajaj Auto Limited, received notification from the European Commission allowing it to proceed with the acquisition of Pierer Industrie AG’s 50.1% stake in Pierer Bajaj AG, with no in-depth investigation required under the EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation. This paves the way ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/11

Baidu’s Apollo Go receives Dubai’s first autonomous driving permit On September 24, Baidu Inc. announced that its autonomous ride-hailing platform, Apollo Go, has received Dubai’s first autonomous driving trial permit, along with the initial batch of 50 autonomous driving test licenses issued by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai. Since August, Baidu’s 50-vehicle fleet has been running trials on designated open roads. The pe...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/25

IAA Mobility 2025: VW brings Polo and GTI names into EV segment with new ID. models On September 3, VW announced that it will start using names for its electric vehicles (EVs), while keeping the same names for combustion models. The first car under this plan will be the ID. Polo, which is based on the ID. 2all concept. VW will also bring the sporty GTI brand into its electric range. The “ID.” name stands for advanced tech and electric mobilit...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

IVECO launches S-Way truck in Argentina On July 8, IVECO Argentina unveiled the new S-Way in the country. The S-Way is available in diesel (4x2, 6x2, 6x4) and Natural Gas (NG) versions. It features the new FPT Cursor 13 common rail Euro VI engine, delivering 480hp to 540 hp, and promises up to 10% to 15% fuel savings. The NG version offers 460 hp and a range of up to 550 km on CNG, offering lower emissions and operating costs. All models are test...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/18

Automotive parts suppliers expecting demand relating to heavy-duty FC trucks with help of subsidies Heavy-duty fuel-cell (FC) trucks are entering the stage of commercialization. Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies Corporation (CJPT, Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo), a joint venture of Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) and other companies, plans to supply 50 heavy-duty FC trucks to transportation companies in 2025. The Japanese government has a vision to...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/29

Moreover, the company plans to open its first 4S showroom in Hanoi in January and is also actively looking for dealer partners across Vietnam to expand its distribution network. Dongfeng introduced its passenger cars to the Vietnamese market in 2017 at the VIMS 2017 Exhibition with 2 models, Joyear S50 and Joyear X5. According to the company, the unattractive products and the high prejudice of Vietnamese consumers towards products from China made...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/06

GJAW 2024: Indonesia-based Aletra brand launches L8 EV; based on Geely/Livan Maple 80V MPV Reported on November 25, 2024, Indonesia-based Aletra brand, under PT Sinar Armada Globalindo (PT SAG), has officially introduced the Aletra L8 EV MPV in Indonesia. Presented at the Gaikindo Jakarta Auto Week (GJAW) that will run until December 1, this e-MPV is available in 2 variants, priced from IDR 435 million. The 7-seater L8 is developed based on a Liv...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/26

China’s Baosteel to buy out Nippon Steel’s 50% stake in auto steel venture Baoshan Iron & Steel Co., Ltd. (Baosteel) announced that it has approved the proposal on buying out Nippon Steel’s 50% stake in their auto steel joint venture. The contract for the joint venture, Baosteel-Nippon Steel Automotive Steel Sheets Co., Ltd., will expire on August 29, 2024. Established in 2004, the joint venture is jointly held by Baosteel and Nippon Steel,...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/25

Nyobolt, UK tests ultra-fast charging batteries on road On June 28, Nyobolt announced that it is testing its high-power density, fast-charging battery technology from the lab into the real world by revealing the first running Nyobolt EV prototype. Designed and engineered with CALLUM, the Nyobolt EV will be used to validate the battery performance. The 35kWh battery pack in the Nyobolt EV prototype not only adds miles faster but the compact batter...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/28

Traton to be listed on MDAX stock index, Frankfurt in Germany On June 6, Traton announced that it will be included in the German MDAX index starting June 24, which tracks the performance of the country's 50 largest companies. Until now, Traton is listed on the SDAX, a stock index composed of 50 small and medium-sized companies and the change was made due to the company's market capitalization of approximately EUR 17 billion with 500,000 shares is...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/07

Auto sales in Vietnam down 49.5% in February  According to the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) report issued on March 12, automobile sales (including imported vehicles of non-VAMA manufactures' sales) in Vietnam were down 49.5% year-over-year to 11,633 units in February. CKD volume was 6,662 units and CBU volume was 4,971 units. VAMA members (20 manufactures) sales in February were down 51.2% y/y to 10,017 units. VAMA members...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/13

Renault acquires Ferrovial's stake in Zity to increase sustainable mobility initiatives On December 22, Renault Group announced that it has agreed on the acquisition of Ferrovial's 50% stake in Zity by Mobilize. The move allows Renault to advance its commitment to sustainable and accessible mobility solutions through Mobilize, while Ferrovial refocuses on its core business of sustainable infrastructure development and operation. Established in 20...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/25

MIDA and ams OSRAM continue mutual support for advanced LED manufacturing in Kulim, Malaysia ams OSRAM and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) announced the mutual support for the continued investment and expansion in Malaysia, through a Collaborative Agreement. In August 2023, The Malaysian Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) and MIDA visited the ams OSRAM HQ in Austria, to understand the technology development ap...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/12

Proton confirms launch of all-new model in Malaysia by year-end; reportedly called S50, replacement of Proton Preve Reported on March 28, 2023, the CEO of Proton has confirmed the launch of the all-new Proton model in Malaysia, joining the other 7 models that Proton will have in its line-up by the end of 2023. This upcoming model is expected to be Proton S50, a C-segment sedan (reportedly based on the Geely Emgrand). The possible provided engines...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/31

Solvay divests its stake in RusVinyl, Russia On March 3, Solvay announced that it has agreed on final terms to sell its 50% stake in the RusVinyl joint venture to its joint venture partner Sibur.  It will mark the final step in the company’s strategy to exit its cyclical global polyvinyl chloride (PVC) operations. The agreement is based on a purchase price for Solvay’s 50% stake of around EUR 430 million. A capital loss of around EUR 175 mi...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/06

LA Auto Show 2022: North American Car, Truck, Utility Vehicle of the Year finalists revealed On November 17, the finalists that will compete for the 2023 North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards were announced at the Los Angeles Auto Show.Winners will be announced at a special event in Detroit on January 11, 2023.Earlier this year, 26 vehicles were voted semifinalists from an initial field of 47 eligible vehicles,...

News  Updated at: 2022/11/22

Ford South Africa presents next-generation Ford Everest On September 27, Ford South Africa announced the next-generation Ford Everest. It has a new 3.0L V6 diesel engine, which is exclusively available in the range-topping Everest Platinum. The maximum power output is 184 kW, combined with a substantial 600 Nm of torque. Powering the Everest Sport is the proven 2.0L Bi-Turbo diesel engine. In its latest guise, this engine produces 154 kW allied t...

News  Updated at: 2022/10/04

Reanult announces all-electric R5 TURBO 3E show car On September 22, Renault announced that it will stage R5 TURBO 3E’s worldwide premiere at the Chantilly Arts & Elegance 2022 contest, which will take place on September 25. R5 TURBO 3E will be on display on Renault’s stand at the 2022 Paris Motor Show (from October 17 to 23).  This all-electric show car is a contribution to the Renault 5’s 50th-anniversary celebrations and a tribute to th...

News  Updated at: 2022/09/22