tery systems and producing the first body parts for its upcoming EVs using the new PXL press. SEAT has started pre-series battery assembly at a new plant in Martorell. This phase, which combines manual and automated tasks, is used to test equipment and processes before full production begins. Eventually, the plant will use fully automated systems and employ 500 people. A 600-metre automated bridge is also under construction to transfer batteries ...

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igned front fascia with a strikingly sharpened grille mesh. The 2026 QX60 features Infiniti’s advanced 2.0-liter Variable Compression Turbo (VC-Turbo) engine produces 268 hp and 286 lb-ft of torque coupled to a 9-speed automatic transmission with standard paddle shifters.  QX60 models with front-wheel drive are estimated to return 22 mpg city, 28 mpg highway and 24 mpg combined12, while models with available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive are est...

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arros edition at the Roland Garros French Open tennis tournament from May 19 to June 8, 2025. Compared to the standard Renault 4 E-Tech electric, the Savane 4x4 sits 15 mm higher, has wider front and rear tracks (+10 mm on each side), and uses Goodyear UltraGrip 225/55 tires on 18-inch “Savane” wheels. Most importantly, it features a second electric motor on the rear axle, providing permanent all-wheel drive. This highlights the AmpR Small pl...

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Toyota unveils bZ4X Touring electric SUV, set for European launch in spring 2026 On May 15, Toyota unveiled the bZ4X Touring, a new addition to its all-electric bZ4X lineup. The bZ4X Touring is 140 mm longer and 20 mm taller than the standard bZ4X, with overall dimensions of 4,830 mm in length and 1,670 mm in height. The vehicle will be available in front-wheel and all-wheel drive versions, both equipped with a 74.7 kWh (gross capacity) lithium...

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Modern Transport Technologies (STT) to showcase new bus and truck models at Crocus Expo, Russia On May 16, Modern Transport Technologies (STT) announced that it will showcase new models of small-class tourist buses "Aurora" and commercial cargo vehicles, including the all-wheel drive all-terrain vehicle, Sadko 9 and the cabover truck Valdai 18 at the Crocus Expo IEC in Russia. The Sadko 9 is a medium-duty, all-wheel drive truck with a high load c...

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Cadillac launches 2025 Optiq all-electric SUV in Middle East On May 14, Cadillac Middle East announced the arrival of the 2025 Cadillac Optiq, the brand’s first all-electric SUV in the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait, and it will expand to additional markets later in the product lifecycle.  The vehicle is powered by a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system that produces 300 hp of maximum power and 451 Nm of near-instant torque. It is built on the G...

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Toyota bZ4X to the Toyota bZ, simplifying the name for customers. The 2026 Toyota bZ is expected to start arriving at Toyota dealerships in the second half of 2025. The 2026 bZ has a larger lithium-ion battery with a higher total capacity of up to 74.7-kWh, equipped on a newly available XLE Front-Wheel-Drive Plus (FWD Plus) model, as well as the XLE All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) and Limited (FWD/AWD) grades. Models with the new battery are projected to...

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Cadillac launching all-new electric 2026 Vistiq three-row SUV On May 12, GM presented the all-new Cadillac Vistiq all-new three-row electric SUV, which arrives at dealers with new Super Cruise enhancements, including integration with Google Maps, an expansive 33-inch diagonal touchscreen, and a custom-tuned 23-speaker AKG Studio sound system.  Built at GM’s Spring Hill plant, Vistiq debuts Cadillac’s first augmented reality head-up display, ...

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Mercedes Benz unveils Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series On May 13, Mercedes Benz announced that Maybach has added a fourth model to its lineup — the new Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series, a luxurious open-top two-seater car. The car measures 4,697 mm x 1,915 mm x 1,358 mm (LxWxH), with a 2,700 mm wheelbase. The luggage compartment holds between 213 and 240 liters.The bonnet showcases the Maybach pattern using advanced PixelPaint technology a...

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MAS 2025: GWM Tank 500 HEV officially launched in Malaysia On May 8, 2025, the GWM Tank 500 HEV, a 7-seat luxury hybrid 4×4, was launched in Malaysia at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025 (MAS 2025). Priced from MYR 328,800 (OTR without insurance), the HEV is imported from GWM's Rayong plant in Thailand.  The Tank 500 HEV is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 244 PS between 5,500 and 6,000 rpm and 380 Nm of to...

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es in a single version. The 4,829 mm long vehicle is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged FSI engine delivering 272 hp and 400 Nm of torque, the A5 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 210 km/h. The engine is paired with a 7-speed S tronic transmission and quattro all-wheel drive with Ultra technology. Built on the new Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), the vehicle offers sporty handling and a refined ride, enha...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: GAC Commercial Vehicle exhibits new product lineup, holds global debut of GAC Pickup 01 concept pickup truck On April 23, at the Auto Shanghai 2025, GAC Commercial Vehicle exhibited a matrix of fully in-house developed technologies and a lineup of forward-looking products and held the global debut of the GAC Pickup 01 concept pickup truck. With the design concepts of “all-domain technology aesthetics, all-domain adaptability...

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boot i.e., 45 liters more than before. Aerodynamics have also improved, with a 10% better drag coefficient, now under 0.3. The new model comes with three powertrains: a 145 hp 48V Hybrid, a 195 hp plug-in hybrid, and three fully electric (BEV) versions offering up to 650 km range and optional four-wheel drive. The top electric model offers 375 hp and all-wheel drive, thanks to a powerful rear motor that delivers 49 kW and 232 Nm of torque—tran...

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VinFast launches EB 6 e-bus in Vietnam with Urban and School bus variants Announced on May 5, 2025, VinFast introduced the EB 6, a compact electric bus developed to enhance safety and accelerate Vietnam’s transition to green transportation.  Measuring (LWH) 6,200x 2,200x 2,900 mm with 180-mm ground clearance when fully loaded, the EB 6 is powered by a 140-kW rear-wheel-drive electric motor delivering 420 Nm of torque and a top speed of 90 km/h...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: SAIC Motor launches Roewe D6 all-electric family sedan and introduces Pearl concept On April 23, SAIC Roewe launched the Roewe D6 all-electric family sedan. The model is available in five variants, with prices ranging from CNY 99,800 to CNY 139,800. It measures 4,792mm long, 1,828mm wide, and 1,496mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,750mm. The double-layer trunk offers a cargo capacity of 718L. The Roewe D6 adopts a front-wheel dri...

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GlobalData blog: Impressions from BAUMA 2025: Pioneering the future with Electrification, Decarbonisation, and Digital Transformation This year's exhibition emphasised the industry’s continued drive towards a cleaner, smarter, and more connected future. BAUMA 2025 is expected to have drawn over 600,000 visitors from over 200 countries. The event featured more than 3,600 exhibitors from 57 countries, showcasing innovations across 614,000 square ...

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KGM Motors UK to launch all-new Rexton On April 24, KGM Motors UK announced that it will launch its all-new Rexton Commercial vehicle at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2025, which starts on April 29, 2025. It is powered by a 2.2-litre turbo Euro-6 compliant diesel engine delivering a maximum power of 202 PS and peak torque of 441Nm (1,600-2,600 rpm). The engine is mated to an 8-speed FR- type automatic transmission. The Rexton commercial is an all-w...

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OLDING’s plant in the Kaluga Region, which has a capacity of up to 200,000 cars per year. Production will start with large-unit assembly, transitioning to full-cycle manufacturing by mid-2025. The TENET model range will be based primarily on SUV-class vehicles, from compact crossovers to spacious all-wheel-drive D-class models. In 2025, TENET will launch four models in Russia and plans to expand its lineup, supported by a growing network of ove...

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Hyundai Nishat introduces Tucson Hybrid SUV in Pakistan On April 22, 2025, Hyundai Nishat launched the fourth-generation Tucson Hybrid SUV in Pakistan, with prices starting at PKR 10.999 million for the front-wheel drive (FWD) variant and reaching up to PKR 11.999 million for the all-wheel drive (AWD) variant. The hybrid SUV is powered by a 1.6L Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi HEV engine—a 4-cylinder in-line unit delivering 178 horsepower at 5500 rpm an...

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expanding the F-series lineup with a cross-coupe version. The vehicle, built on HAVAL’s modular LEMON platform, retains the sporty silhouette of a cross-coupe. It is equipped with a 2-liter gasoline engine producing 192 hp, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It features an all-wheel drive system with 6 driving modes and is enhanced with 6 airbags and a comprehensive suite of ADAS features. Additionally, to start the prod...

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