Suzuki Australia confirms Fronx HEV launch for September 2025, e Vitara to follow in Q1 2026 Based on Suzuki Australia’s homepage, the upcoming addition of 2 new models has been confirmed, including the Fronx, an all-new smart hybrid compact SUV, and the e Vitara, Suzuki’s first mass-production BEV. The Fronx showcases Suzuki’s latest design and technology, featuring advanced connectivity and modern features. This stylish hybrid SUV will be...

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Chery starts accepting pre-orders for Fulwin A9L plug-in hybrid electric sedan On June 26, Chery started accepting pre-orders for the Fulwin A9L flagship plug-in hybrid electric sedan. The model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 159,900 to CNY 229,900. The Fulwin A9L measures 5,018mm long, 1,965mm wide, and 1,500mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,000mm. The Fulwin A9L is based on the E luxury high-performance hybrid platform...

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Honda introduces Civic Advanced Hybrid model in Brazil On June 30, Honda Brazil introduced the new Civic Advanced Hybrid in Brazil, a model that joins the Accord and CR-V with the ultra-efficient e:HEV system. The Civic Advanced Hybrid features a powertrain of two electric motors and a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine with direct injection. The electric drive delivers 184 hp and 32.1 kgfm of torque, while the combustion engine produces 14...

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VW unveils eHybrid 4MOTION AWD PHEV system for Multivan and California On June 30, VW Commercial Vehicles announced that it has developed a new plug-in hybrid all-wheel drive system for the Multivan and California, called eHybrid 4MOTION. It uses one electric motor on each axle, offering electric driving, strong traction, and long-distance capability. There are four drive modes i.e., Eco, Comfort, Sport, and Individual. In Eco and Comfort, the re...

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Mahindra & Mahindra, India updates about R&D spending and new technologies during FY 2025 In its annual report for FY 2024–25, Mahindra & Mahindra announced that it continued its focus on advanced technology development, upgrading existing technologies, and building capabilities in critical areas to support ongoing and future growth. During the period, Mahindra & Mahindra filed 247 new patent applications. Cumulatively, the company has filed 2...

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CP AXTRA joins Rêver to deploy BYD e-van fleet for improved Last Mile Delivery in Thailand On June 25, 2025, CP AXTRA PCL, the company behind Thailand’s top wholesale and retail brands Makro - Lotus’s, announced a major step toward greener logistics through a partnership with Rêver Commercial Vehicles Co., Ltd., the official distributor of BYD electric vehicles in Thailand. As part of this collaboration, CP AXTRA will deploy around 300 BYD ...

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Thailand BOI enhances incentives for local content in BEV/PHEV manufacturing Announced on June 27, 2025, the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has approved a new incentive package to encourage greater use of locally sourced content in the production of battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), and electrical appliances (E&E). The initiative offers an additional 2-year, 50% corporate income tax (CIT) reduction to...

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Ashok Leyland, India secures order for 200 trucks from Instant Transport Solution On June 27, Ashok Leyland announced that it has secured an order to supply 200 trucks to Instant Transport Solution Pvt Ltd (INSTANT & XP India), a logistics company operating in e-commerce, FCL, LCL, and 3PL segments. The first batch of 100 units, comprising 1,916 single-axle and 2,820 multi-axle haulage trucks, has already been delivered. Instant Transport Solutio...

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CARIAD and Fraunhofer IDMT develop acoustic sensing for safety vehicles On June 26, CARIAD collaborated with the Fraunhofer Institute for Digital Media Technology (IDMT), for developing advanced acoustic sensing tech under the project "The Hearing Car." This work is part of a broader research project called KI4Boardnet, focused on the future of vehicle electronics and sensors. To test the system, both teams took a road trip to a proving ground in...

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Garrett Motion opens Wuhan Innovation Center in China for zero-emission mobility Garrett Motion Inc. (Garrett Motion) inaugurated its new Wuhan Innovation Center, located within its Wuhan plant in China, on June 26, 2025. The new center strengthens the company’s global and China-based R&D capabilities for zero-emission technologies. As the company’s second innovation hub in China, the lab joins the Shanghai R&D Center to form a dual innovatio...

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Nissan launches third-generation e-POWER system in Europe On June 26, Nissan launched the third-generation e-POWER series hybrid system, comprehensively re-engineered to deliver improved fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and enhanced refinement. The new e-POWER system will be introduced on Qashqai crossover in Europe. The new e-POWER system features a 5-in-1 powertrain unit that combines the motor, generator, inverter, reducer, and increaser, ...

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Nissan Thailand begins line integration at Samut Prakan plant to drive efficiency Announced on June 26, 2025, Nissan has begun the line integration project at its manufacturing site in Samut Prakan, Thailand, marking the milestone with a ceremony at Plant Line #1 to celebrate 50 years of production. Scheduled for completion in Q2 FY2025, the new integrated line will produce current models, including the Almera, Kicks e-POWER, Navara, and Terra, a...

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Dynamic Map Platform’s 3D map data adopted by Honda Accord Dynamic Map Platform Co., Ltd. (DMP) announced that its high-precision three-dimensional (3D) map data has been adopted by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) for its Honda Sensing 360+, an all-directional safety and driver-assistance technology installed on the Honda Accord. The Honda Sensing 360+ is a system installed on an additional grade of the Accord released on May 30 in Japan. The sys...

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Elektrobit partners with Foxconn to develop EV.OS, AI-centric software platform for SDVs Continental's wholly-owned subsidiary Elektrobit Automotive GmbH (Elektrobit) has signed a joint development agreement with Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) to co-develop EV.OS, a flexible and AI-centric software platform designed to accelerate the shift towards software-defined electric vehicles (SDVs). By combining Elektrobit’s expertise in automotive s...

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Continental supplies digital access system for Audi Q6 e-tron electric SUV Continental AG has supplied a comprehensive access system for the new premium Audi Q6 e-tron SUV, consisting of both a traditional car key and a digital, smartphone-based CoSmA key. The CoSmA digital key includes integration into a central control unit, transceivers featuring ultra-wideband (UWB) radio technology, and intelligent software. It enables vehicles to be unlocke...

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Farizon expected to start EV sales in Brazil in September On June 25, it was reported that Chinese electric vehicle brand Farizon, part of Geely and represented in Brazil by Grupo Timber, is preparing to launch three LCV models in the country starting in September. The SuperVAN offers two cargo volumes, 8m³ and 11m³, with up to 231 hp and 386 km of range. The V6E, based on the GXA-M platform, has 136 hp, 81-kWh battery, and 285 km range. The H9...

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EU passenger car sales up 1.9% in May 2025 On June 25, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) announced new passenger car registrations for May 2025. Passenger car sales in the European Union (EU), European Free Trade Association (EFTA), and the United Kingdom (UK) increased 1.9% year-on-year to 1,113,194 units in May, while year-to-date sales increased 0.1% to 5,572,458 units.   May sales in the EU increased 1.6% to 926,582 un...

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First Farizon V7E van rolls off production line On June 21, Zhejiang Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group Co., Ltd. (Farizon) announced that the first V7E van rolled off the production line. As a Farizon strategic model based on a “3rd-generation platform for urban light-duty New Energy Vehicles”, the V7E perfectly meets the requirements for urban logistics distribution in China, with a cargo space of 7.5 cubic meters and a rated...

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IVECO BUS receives order for 100 new articulated electric buses in Belgium On June 18, IVECO BUS announced that Belgian public transport operator De Lijn confirmed an order for 100 new articulated electric buses. The acquisition is part of a 2023 framework agreement and adds to the 141 E-WAY 18-meter units currently being delivered. The new vehicles will begin arriving in the last quarter of 2026. De Lijn aims to achieve fully emission-free publi...

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Aston Martin to showcase sports cars line-up at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2025, UK On June 25, Aston Martin announced that it will showcase a lineup of luxury sports cars at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed on July 10–13, 2025, in the UK. The spotlight will be on the Valhalla supercar, making its first-ever UK dynamic appearance. Designed with advanced tech and hypercar performance. It will be showcased in a unique Q by Aston Martin specifi...

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