made in Mexico,” said the  director of GM de México’s EV operations, Adrián Enciso,  to local media. The Ramos Arizpe plant will continue producing the Chevrolet Equinox EV and Blazer EV, Cadillac Optiq, and Honda Prologue, Enciso said. “It’s possible that additional models such as the Spark could be built here, too”.  While the old ICE compact Spark ended sales in Mexico in 2022, the all-new electric 2026 Chevrolet Spark EUV woul...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

Auto Shanghai 2025: Tenneco to exhibit cutting-edge future mobility technologies, solutions At the Auto Shanghai 2025, Tenneco will exhibit innovations from its five business units. To be displayed are cutting-edge technologies and solutions for future green mobility, including air purification technology, powertrains, and the Champion spark plug. The Monroe intelligent suspension and NVH products enhance driving performance and comfort. The low...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14

Leading EV charging partners launch Spark Alliance to create a seamless charging network across Europe On April 1, Spark Alliance, a unique collaboration between Europe’s leading fast-charging companies, Atlante, Electra, Fastned and IONITY, confirmed the first of its kind collaboration at the Cercle de l'Union Interalliée in Paris, France. Spark Alliance aims to create one seamless charging network, making EV ownership easier. From summer 20...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/03

mproved characteristics for a new valve cover. Engines (ZMZ-409) with an improved design will be installed in the new range of UAZ vehicles, as well as in the UAZ SGR family. The cylinder head now has an increased number of attachment points both around the valve cover and in the spaces between the spark plug wells. This will improve the reliability of the connection and eliminate oil leaks at the joints of the parts. In the second quarter of thi...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/02

Motor Show, unveiling the LUX A2.0 and SA2.0 – both rebadged versions of the BMW 5 Series and X5 – rather than launching them domestically in Vietnam. By 2019, VinFast commenced production and sales of its initial line-up, which included the LUX A2.0, SA2.0, and the Fadil, a rebadged Chevrolet Spark. That year, the company sold approximately 8k Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles in Vietnam. VinFast’s rapid market entry was facilitat...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/20

Chevrolet launches 2026 Chevrolet Spark EUV in Middle East On February 13, Chevrolet launched the 2026 Chevrolet Spark EUV in the Middle East. The vehicle is powered by a single 75 kW (101HP) motor, delivering 180 Nm of instant torque. It is equipped with a 42 kWh LFP battery offering driving range of up to 360 km NEDC (298km WLTP). The vehicle features a 10.1” infotainment touchscreen paired with an 8.8” digital cluster. It is also equippe...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/14

GM to launch Chevrolet Spark EUV in Mexico On February 12, Chevrolet confirmed the introduction of the all-electric Spark EUV to its lineup in Mexico. The vehicle features an innovative exterior design, LED headlights and taillights, 16-inch aluminum wheels with a matte black finish, and an available two-tone roof. It also includes black rearview mirrors with white accents and an 8.8-inch infotainment touchscreen compatible with Apple CarPlay and...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/14

Spark EUV to arrive in Brazil in 2025 On February 12, Chevrolet unveiled its latest global vehicle, the Spark EUV, a compact urban electric SUV. Designed to expand the brand’s portfolio, the model emphasizes innovative design, advanced technology, and zero-emission performance. According to Santiago Chamorro, president of GM South America, the Spark EUV will arrive in Brazil in 2025, tailored to meet consumer preferences while celebrating Chevr...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/13

Spark Minda, India invests in its Green Mobility Subsidiary On February 4, Spark Minda (Minda Corporation Limited) announced an investment of INR 15 million in its wholly owned subsidiary, Spark Minda Green Mobility Systems Private Limited (SMGM). The investment aims to support general business operations and ensure the smooth functioning of SMGM. Spark Minda Green Mobility Systems is engaged in the development and manufacturing of DC-DC converte...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/05

Mazda to stop developing and producing SkyactivX engines Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) said that it would stop developing SkyactivX engines that it had been marketing as “ideal engines” equipped with Mazda’s proprietary technology called Spark Controlled Compression Ignition (SPCCI). The company will stop producing them, as well. The decision was made as the sales of the vehicle models with these engines are slow, and the priority of thei...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/29

ed by improved rural liquidity, evolving government policies and a wave of new product launches across multiple powertrain.  The CV sector, traditionally strong in Q4, is looking for momentum from infrastructure investments, stable credit availability and government incentives—factors that could spark a healthy uptick in fleet renewals and expansions.  In the 2W segment, rising rural incomes, fresh model introductions and an eventual plateau ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/07

Minda Corporation, India announces new JV for sunroof solutions and closure technology On December 16, Minda Corporation Limited (Spark Minda Group) and HSIN CHONG MACHINERY WORKS CO., LTD announced a new 50:50 joint venture (JV) MINDA-HCMF TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED. The JV will develop, manufacture, assemble, and commercialize the sale of automotive sunroof solutions and closure technology products for passenger cars and related components. B...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/17

Rilox EV, India introduces EV TRIO electric three-wheeler, Spark Elite electric motorcycle, and Bijli electric Cargo bike On November 27, Rilox EV launched the EV TRIO, a three-wheeler electric cart designed for small and medium businesses, priced at INR 135,000. It is powered by a 1,200W motor (60V, IP67-rated) and features a 3 kW (NMC) detachable/removable battery, offering a 100-120 km range. Energy management is enhanced by a sine wave 15-tub...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/29

tone of 1 million cumulative exports overseas. As Foton is writing a new chapter in its APAC strategy with a fresh outlook, the company announced the global upgrade of its carbon-neutral solutions under the guidance of its GREEN3030 strategy, while celebrating the launch of 2 major power alliances, SPARK+GREEN POWER. It also showcased the unlimited potential of new energy products including eMILER, eTUNLAND, and eAUMAN. (From Foton Motor social m...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/29

Bajaj Auto, India launches Pulsar N125 motorcycle On October 21, Bajaj Auto launched the Pulsar N125 motorcycle with a starting price of INR 94,707. It has an air-cooled, single-spark, 2-valve 124.58 cc engine boasting 12 PS Power at 8,500 rpm and 11 Nm torque at 6,000 rpm. The N125 is equipped with a counterbalancer and an integrated starter generator (ISG). The bike has an aerodynamic floating front and rear panels, rear mono shock suspension...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/22

SAE introduces SAE J3400 to advance EV charging standards On October 9, SAE International released its “SAE J3400: NACS Electric Vehicle Coupler Technical Recommended Practice” document at The Battery Show in Detroit, which can be considered a “blueprint to build” and should spark new products from suppliers. “There's going to be more interoperability testing, more work with the industry, as we look for opportunities for improvements in...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/11

ms Co., Ltd., signed an agreement with SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) for comprehensive strategic cooperation in areas such as technologies, products, teams, and the supply chain to further strengthen the depth and breadth of their partnership. In 2004, the two companies partnered for the first time for the Spark model. In 2011, Yanfeng Auto established a plant in Liuzhou to develop Wuling- and Baojun-series models with SGMW. (From a Yanfeng Auto press re...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/05

HKIC - Spark to develop e-mobility ecosystem; to install 1,000 EV charging stations in Thailand Announced on August 22, 2024, the Hong Kong Investment Corporation Limited (HKIC) has commenced an ecosystem partnership for e-mobility applications, in which the inaugural pilot project involves extending Hong Kong's green transport technologies and solutions to Thailand through Spark EV Co., Ltd. (Spark).  This is HKIC’s first announced overseas i...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/27

class with a cylinder size of 110x135 mm. Its working volume, compared to the YaMZ-536 engine, is increased from 6.6 to 7.7 liters.  Compressed natural gas (methane) is used as fuel for YaMZ gas engines, which ensures environmental friendliness and economy of transport. It is equipped with forced spark ignition and a distributed gas injection system with electronic control.  Based on a press release from Yaroslavl Motor Plant "Avtodiesel...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/21

ter e-Skyactiv G engine, which provided 122 ps of power and 213 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. The vehicles achieve a 0.9-second increase in 0-62 mph acceleration time, with the manual gearbox. The top variant of both model line ups will retain the current e-Skyactiv-X engine, featuring Mazda’s SPCCI Spark Controlled Compression Ignition technology, offering 186 ps of power at 6,000 rpm and maximum torque of 240 Nm at 4,000 rpm. Based on Mazda UK p...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/05