Forthing brand enters Argentine market On December 12, it was reported that Forthing, an emerging brand of China’s Dongfeng Motor Group, officially entered the Argentine market through local importer and distributor Oriente Motors, launching an initial lineup of four models. The Forthing T5 arrives in three different powertrains: The MT version features a naturally aspirated engine producing 120 hp and 155 Nm of torque, paired with a five-speed...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/18

JSW MG Motor India launches Hector SUV facelift On December 15, 2025, JSW MG Motor India launched the facelifted MG Hector midsize SUV with prices starting at INR 1.199 million and going up to INR 1.949 million for the top-tier variant. The model continues with a 1.5‑litre turbocharged gasoline engine (MT and CVT) producing 143 PS and 250 Nm and is offered in both 5‑seater and 6‑/7‑seater configurations, with a diesel variant scheduled to...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/15

or as planned. Going forward, an example of the direction of offering mild hybrids is the upcoming 2026 Jeep Cherokee (KM). The all-new D-segment SUV introduces a turbocharged 1.6-liter EP6 I4 hybrid powertrain, a first for Jeep in North America. The system pairs a gasoline engine with two electric motors and a battery, delivering 210 hp, 230 lb-ft of torque, an estimated 37 mpg combined, and 500+ miles of total driving range per fill-up. Filosa ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/13

Mazda reaffirms THB 5 billion MHEV investment plan for Thailand, production set for 2027 On December 8, 2025, senior executives from Mazda Motor Corporation held talks with Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister and the BOI Secretary-General, reaffirming Mazda’s THB 5 billion MHEV investment plan first outlined in February 2025. Mazda will begin investing in early 2026 to establish Thailand as its global MHEV hub, targeting mas...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/11

VisIC Technologies, Israel, raises investment from Hyundai and Kia On December 10, VisIC Technologies Ltd. announced the successful second closing of its Round B funding, securing USD 26 million. The round was led by a global semiconductor leader, with Hyundai Motor Company and Kia joining as strategic investors. The lead investor's focus on advancing critical semiconductor technologies complements VisIC's proprietary D³GaN platform. HKMC's part...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/10

ue. It will also feature a larger 71 kWh battery, increasing the rear-wheel-drive model’s range to up to 370 km. The charging will be improved as well, with a 10–80% charge taking about 29 minutes with a 125 kW DC fast charger. The new AWD system on the E-Transit Custom adds a powerful electric motor to the front axle, complementing the existing one on the rear. This setup adjusts torque to all four wheels based on road conditions, providing ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

Uno Minda, India to take full control of traction motor JV, approves investment in EV subsidiary On December 1, Uno Minda Limited announced that its Board of Directors had approved the acquisition of the entire 49.90% equity stake held by Buehler Motor GmbH in Uno Minda Buehler Motor Private Limited (UMBM), making UMBM a wholly owned subsidiary of Uno Minda. UMBM currently manufactures traction motors based on electronically commutated DC (EC‑D...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/01

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 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/01

and other vehicle parameters, with a coloured LCD cluster at the prototype stage and a TFT cluster under development. The company is also working on a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) to alert riders to low tire pressure, and a side‑stand sensor that signals the ECU to cut off or stall the motor if the stand is left down.​ On the propulsion side, India Nippon Electricals Ltd is developing traction motors powered by electricity to drive...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/27

BYD officially launches Denza brand in Brazil On November 20, it was reported that BYD officially launched its premium brand Denza at the 2025 São Paulo International Motor Show in Brazil. This move signals its intention to manufacture luxury models in its Camaçari industrial complex in Bahia, however, no official announcement has been made yet. The first Denza model to be sold in Brazil later this year will be the B5, a plug-in hybrid SUV with...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/26

Hyundai reveals CRATER Concept off-road SUV at AutoMobility LA 2025 On November 20, Hyundai Motor America presented the global debut of the CRATER Concept adventure vehicle at AutoMobility LA 2025 in Los Angeles, California.  The CRATER Concept is a compact off-road SUV vehicle conceived at Hyundai America Technical Center (HATCI) in Irvine, California. The vehicle displays XRT design elements that showcase protection and connectivity, as seen i...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/21

Porsche unveils all-new Cayenne Electric and Cayenne Turbo Electric On November 19, Porsche unveiled the Cayenne Electric and Cayenne Turbo Electric SUVs. The electric Cayenne range includes two all-wheel-drive models and both equipped with Porsche’s electronic Traction Management system. The new model measures 4,985mm x 1,980mm x 1,674mm (LxWxH), with a longer wheelbase of 3,023 mm. It offers 781 to 1,588 litres of rear cargo space plus a 90-l...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/20

lly electric SUV delivering off-road capability in a fully electric design. It is built on a dedicated EV platform, Jeep Recon combines strong performance with 4xe. Jeep Recon is powered by front and rear electric drive modules designed by Stellantis. Each module is rated at 250 kW and combines the motor, gearing, and power electronics in one compact unit. It has standard electric 4x4, Selec-Terrain drive modes, and produces 650 hp and 620 lb-ft ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

Tatra Trucks, Czech Republic unveils first fully battery-powered 8x8 truck On November 13, Tatra Trucks showcased the Tatra Force e-Drive BEV 8x8, brand’s first fully battery-powered truck at the E-salon exhibition in Prague, Czech Republic.  The prototype was developed to test an electric drive system with traction batteries for both on-road and extreme off-road applications. The vehicle offers a range of 300–400 km, depending on terrain an...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/14

Yamaha India unveils XSR155, FZ-RAVE, and first electric scooters: AEROX-E and EC-06 On November 11, India Yamaha Motor launched the XSR155 motorcycle at INR 149,990, its first electric scooters, AEROX-E and EC-06, and the FZ-RAVE at INR 117,218. The XSR155 is equipped with a 155cc liquid-cooled, 4-valve engine with Variable Valve Actuation that delivers 13.5 kW power and 14.2 Nm torque, a Deltabox frame, a 6-speed gearbox, an aluminium swingarm,...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/12

as a five-seater or seven-seater SUV. Mercedes-Benz is testing it in two advanced climatic wind tunnels. These tunnels simulate extreme conditions from -40°C to +40°C and even create artificial snow using snow cannons. With wind speeds of up to 200 km/h, engineers can reproduce blizzards to test traction, visibility, and comfort. Each wind tunnel has a rolling road powered by electric motors with a total output of 780 kW, allowing realistic 4M...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/12

Schaeffler wins major order to supply dual inverters for North American market On November 7, Schaeffler won an order for a dual inverter for the North American market for electrified pickup truck models. The inverter controls the electric drive for auxiliary units and serves as a traction inverter to power an electric drive motor with an output of over 200 kW.  The dual inverter contributes to the all-electric range of plug-in hybrid vehicles (...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/07

the mid-size SUV. It builds on the model introduced in 2020, maintaining its market relevance as one of the country’s top-selling mid-size SUVs. Sales have begun locally in its Trend version. The hybrid powertrain combines a 1.5-liter turbo gasoline engine delivering 150 hp with a 218 hp electric motor for a total output of 245 hp and 545 Nm. It uses a two-speed dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT), offering a range of up to 1,200 km in combinat...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/07

GWM reveals development strategy for Kazakhstan, plans new models On October 31, Great Wall Motor (GWM) held the first Asia-Pacific summit in Kazakhstan. GWM revealed its strategy for Kazakhstan for the next ten years, which will happen in three transitions.  The first is from a "regional sales center" to a "regional strategic hub." The multi-brand plant built by Astana Motors will play a key role here. The second will be a shift from "market ex...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/03

Toyota South Africa launches updated GR Yaris with new automatic transmission On October 24, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) announced the arrival of the updated GR Yaris. The updated GR Yaris is equipped with a 1.6-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine producing 210 kW and 400 Nm, making it one of the most powerful three-cylinder engines in production. It is combined with Toyota’s GR-FOUR all-wheel-drive system, offering better traction, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/30