Tata Motors, India launches Tiago hatchback in South Africa On September 2, 2025, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles launched the Tiago hatchback in South Africa for a starting price of ZAR 184,900 and going till ZAR 224,900. It is powered by a 1.2-litre Revotron three-cylinder engine delivering 63kW and 113 nm and is offered with both manual and automated transmissions. It offers a fuel consumption of 5.0 litres per 100km. The hatchback carries a 4-...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

ts across various scenarios for a completely new AI cockpit experience through Eva, which functions as a hyper-anthropomorphic AGI. An AI computing power foundation establishes a dual-brain collaborative system for both the cloud and vehicle sides. -          The cloud side: The Geely Wise Star-Dubhe 2.0 intelligent computing center boasts a combined computing power of 23.5 EFLOPS. It features the world’s first all-scenario large AI mo...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/25

with a 1.83 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery protected by the Chery Guardian safety system. Power is delivered to the front wheels through a dedicated hybrid transmission. Equipped with Chery’s Super Hybrid technology, the system produces 204 PS and 310 Nm of torque. Safety features include a 5-star ANCAP rating, six airbags, a reinforced high-rigidity body, and advanced driver assistance technologies. The Tiggo Cross HEV measures (LWH) 4,320...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/22

El Nasr, Egypt developing environmentally friendly buses On August 20, the Minister of Industry and Transport visited El Nasr Automotive Company. He inspected the bus factory, which was restarted at the end of last year. The plant is working on environmentally friendly buses that run on electricity or natural gas (Nasr Green). At present, the factory produces the 12-meter-long Nasr Sky tourist bus, as well as the 8-meter-long Nasr Star minibus. I...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/21

SAIC Maxus unveils new platform for pickup trucks On August 8, SAIC Maxus announced that it unveiled the Star Stack platform, a super full-stack off-road platform designed specifically for pickup trucks. The Star Stack platform boasts the following four core advantages:  Power: It covers six powertrain options, including gasoline, diesel, gasoline super hybrid, diesel super hybrid, extended-range hybrid and super battery electric. The 2.5TT twi...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/12

GIIAS 2025: MG confirms upcoming launch of MG S5 EV and new MG ZS (HEV/ICE) in Indonesia Announced on August 1, 2025, MG Motor Indonesia reaffirmed its commitment to safety as a core element of innovation, with all-electric and conventional models, such as the MG4 EV, ZS EV, and S5 EV, achieving 5-star ratings from Euro NCAP and ASEAN NCAP.  MG equips its vehicles with the MG Pilot driver assistance suite, passive safety systems, and multi-layer...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/07

minated centerpiece. The grille includes a wide chrome frame, a smoked-glass-look lattice, and contour lighting. An illuminated version is available as an option, featuring a total of 942 dots backlit from behind. This optional high-tech pixel graphic can even be animated. Additionally, the central star and the integrated surrounding contour of the panel are illuminated. The new electric version of GLC is the first in a new family of vehicles pow...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

Made in India Nissan Magnite upgraded to five-star safety in latest Global NCAP tests On July 24, Nissan’s Magnite earned a five-star rating for adult occupant safety and three stars for child protection in the latest Global NCAP crash tests. This marks a jump from the previous model, which had only two airbags and a two-star rating for both categories. The updated Magnite, launched in India and South Africa, now includes six airbags, electroni...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

r (with standard installation) and a 3.3-kW portable charger. The deliveries are scheduled to begin on August 10, 2025. The M9 features Presidential Seats with 16-way adjustable headrests, eight massage settings, ventilation, and heating, all controlled through an intelligent armrest. It offers a 5-star safety rating, certified by both EURO NCAP and ANCAP, and features a body structure composed of high-strength and ultra-high-strength steel. Its ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/21

as a smart factory with hundreds of robots, AI systems, and integrated technologies. It also leads in sustainability, being certified as “Zero Landfill,” using nearly 60% renewable energy, and receiving multiple environmental recognitions, including the U.S. Energy Protection Agency’s Energy Star Challenge Award and the Wildlife Habitat Council’s Gold certification. With over BRL 6 billion invested since 2000, Gravataí has become a key ...

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tric vehicle segments,” DTNA said.    •    The Mount Holly, North Carolina plant, which produces Freightliner’s medium-duty models, will begin layoffs on July 18.    •    The Portland plant, which builds Freightliner’s eCascadia and eM2 battery-electric trucks, as well as Western Star’s X-Series lineup, will begin layoffs also on July 18.    •    The Gastonia, North Carolina facility, responsible for stamping, metal fa...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

New car logo for Stelato released On July 8, BAIC Group released a new car logo for Stelato. Inheriting the signature hexagonal logo design of the Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance, Stelato’s new car logo integrates the Silver Ratio and the G3 curvature. The double-layered star emblem in the center draws inspiration from the starry sky, with contours derived from astroid elements. The upper and lower layers employ radiating decorative lines...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/14

of crash tests. In crash tests, a flaw was found in the curtain airbag of the TIGGO 7, which also affects the three-row TIGGO 8. The airbag failed to deploy properly, reducing protection for children in the rear seats. As a result, both models lost points in their safety ratings and received four stars instead of five. Hyundai INSTER received a four-star rating. An issue was noted during the side impact test, where the driver’s door unlatched...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

Polestar 4 achieves five-star rating from Euro NCAP On July 9, Polestar announced that the Polestar 4 achieved a five-star rating from Euro NCAP, becoming the third vehicle in its lineup to do so after the Polestar 2 and Polestar 3. The Polestar 4 received an 86% overall score, with standout ratings of 92% for adult occupant protection, 85% for child occupants, 81% for vulnerable road users, and 79% for safety assist features. It also earned maxi...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

Toyota Innova Hycross secures 5-Star Bharat NCAP safety rating On June 30, the Toyota Innova Hycross secured a 5-star safety rating in both adult occupant protection (AOP) and child occupant protection (COP) categories in the latest Bharat NCAP crash test results. The tested models included the 8-seater VX8S SHEV and 7-seater ZX7S SHEV variants of the Innova Hycross, which falls under the multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) category with three rows of se...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

IIAS 2025 concludes on August 3. Customers who place their orders now can expect delivery around August. In terms of performance, the ORA 03 boasts a driving range of up to 400 km (NEDC) on a full charge and can cover 100 km using 13.1 kWh. It also comes equipped with 15 ADAS features and holds a 5-star safety rating from EURO NCAP. Initially imported from Thailand, the ORA 03 is set to be assembled locally at the Inchcape Factory in Wanaherang, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/27

Tata Harrier.EV scores 5 stars in Bharat NCAP crash tests On June 24, Bharat NCAP announced that the Tata Harrier.EV achieved a full 5-star safety rating, scoring 32.00 out of 32 in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 44.00 out of 49.00 in Child Occupant Protection (COP). These scores apply to models produced starting from June 2025. The tested variant was the Tata Harrier. EV EMP 75 and EMP 75 AWD, classified as a 2-row SUV. The vehicle achieved...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

SHLI to expand tire manufacturing plant in Algeria On June 23, multiple sources reported that El Hadj Larbi Industrie (SHLI) has started construction of phase 2 of its tire manufacturing plant project. The project is being carried out in partnership with Double Star Tire, China. SHLI will invest USD 400 million (DZD 50 billion) in this project. It is set to be completed by the end of 2026. It will create over 2,000 direct and thousands of indirec...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

VW to possibly reduce safety features in Tera model for Argentine market On June 18, Latin NCAP published its latest crash test results, awarding the new Volkswagen Tera a five-star safety rating for the Latin American market. However, there are rumors regarding the version of the Tera set to be sold in Argentina. According to Latin NCAP, the Argentine version will not include Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) as standard across all trims, unlik...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

El-Nasr Automotive, Egypt presents new buses On June 19, the Ministry of the Public Business Sector announced that El-Nasr Automotive participated in the Al-Ahram Transport Exhibition and Conference with the "El-Nasr Sky" tourist bus and a new "El-Nasr Star" minibus. The ministry also announced that the final preparations are underway at the passenger car factory of El-Nasr Company to produce passenger vehicles. The Minister of Public Business Se...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20