Maruti Suzuki, India begins exports of e VITARA electric SUV On September 1, 2025, Maruti Suzuki India Limited commenced the exports of Suzuki’s first battery electric vehicle, the e VITARA, to European markets. In August, more than 2,900 units of the e-VITARA were shipped from Pipavav Port in Gujarat to twelve European countries, including the United Kingdom, Germany, Norway, France, Denmark, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Sweden, Hungary, Icel...

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JMS 2025: Daimler Truck launches Mercedes Benz Actros and Arocs in Japan On September 1, Daimler Truck and its partner Y-Engineering announced that they are launching two Mercedes-Benz heavy-duty transporters i.e. the Actros and Arocs, in Japan market. Orders are now open, and the Arocs 4763 8x6 will debut at the Japan Mobility Show (JMA) 2025 from October 29 to November 9, 2025, in Tokyo. The Arocs 4763 8x6 comes with a 15.6-liter OM 473 engine ...

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CDMS 2025: Chery Auto to showcase 31 models On August 28, Chery Auto announced that at the Chengdu Motor Show (CDMS) 2025 to be held from August 29 to September 7, it will showcase 31 models from its four major brands (Chery, Exeed, Jetour, and iCAR) which cover a full range of power technologies, including battery electric, extended-range, plug-in hybrid, and fuel. The new models on display will include: Chery’s Fengyun T11 large-size extended...

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Horizon Robotics starts volume delivery of Journey 6E chip Beijing Horizon Robotics Technology R&D Co., Ltd.  (Horizon Robotics) started the volume delivery of the Journey 6E chip, which is first applied to the 2nd-generation Aion V, the MG4, the Roewe M7 DMH, and popular models of automakers such as Chery. The Aion V Home made the debut of the Journey 6E chip, enabling features such as NDA (Navigated Driving Assist) and all-scenario intelligent...

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Subaru sales plunge 64% in H1 2025 in Philippines, Forester Hybrid expected to drive recovery Reported on August 28, 2025, Motor Image Philippines has faced a challenging 2025, with Subaru vehicle sales in the Philippines dropping 64% YoY in H1 2025, according to parent Tan Chong International Limited (TCIL). Exact numbers were not disclosed in TCIL’s interim results. The brand attributes the decline to preferential tax incentives for new energ...

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JAC launches new Dual e-drive PHEV family vehicles in Mexico On July 24, it was reported that JAC México, assembled and commercialized by Giant Motors Latinoamérica, launched the new Dual e-drive family of plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) designed for the Mexican market. The lineup debuts with two models built in Ciudad Sahagún, Hidalgo: the JAC 6 PHEV compact SUV and the Traveler PHEV premium family minivan. The Traveler PHEV combines a 1.5-lit...

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Porsche enhances all-electric Macan with smarter assistance systems and digital features On August 28, Porsche announced that it is adding new assistance systems and digital features to the all-electric Macan for the new model year, focusing on easier parking, charging, towing, smarter voice control, and other options. The updated Surround View system now includes features such as Transparent bonnet, Trained Parking, and Reversing Assist. Four hi...

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EXEED to introduce EXEED EXLANTIX E02 SUV in Russia in 2026 On August 28, EXEED announced that it will introduce the flagship SUV EXEED EXLANTIX E02 in Russia in 2026. The dimensions are 5,171 mm x 1,986 mm x 1,801 mm. It will have a wheelbase of 3,100 mm. The model is equipped with a sequential hybrid power plant. Two electric motors, a 1.5-liter turbo engine, and a generator. It has a 30-inch central control screen for the entertainment system ...

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EU proposes 2 tariff reductions to implement EU-US deal for lower duties on automotive sector On August 28, the European Commission announced that it is putting forward two proposals paving the way for the implementation of the EU-US Joint Statement of August 21, 2025. These proposals are the first steps in said implementation and ensure tariff relief by the US for the vital EU automotive sector, starting retroactively from August 1, 2025. The fi...

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Colruyt Group and VDL Groep test 350-bar hydrogen trucks featuring OPmobility fuel cells OPmobility SE (formerly Plastic Omnium) announced that Colruyt Group and VDL Groep’s VDL Enabling Transport Solutions (VDL ETS) are testing 350-bar hydrogen trucks in both urban and rural environments as part of the European H2Haul project, aimed at accelerating the adoption of zero-emission logistics in Europe. The trucks are equipped with fuel cells devel...

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EU passenger car sales up 5.9% in July 2025 On August 28, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) announced new passenger car registrations for July 2025. Passenger car sales in the European Union (EU), European Free Trade Association (EFTA), and the United Kingdom (UK) increased 5.9% year-on-year to 1,085,356 units in July, while year-to-date sales were flat at 7,900,877 units. July sales in the EU increased 7.4% to 914,680 unit...

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Horizon Robotics launches upgraded version of HSD assisted driving solution Beijing Horizon Robotics Technology R&D Co., Ltd.  (Horizon Robotics) launched an upgraded version of its HSD (Horizon SuperDrive) assisted driving solution, highlighting an architecture with “one-stage end-to-end features and reinforcement learning”. This architecture enables HSD to make decisions rapidly and maintain low response latency in emergency and under comp...

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HASCO to acquire 49% of SAIC QingTao to enter solid-state battery industry Huayu Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. (HASCO) plans to acquire SAIC Motor’s 49% stake in Shanghai SAIC QingTao Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (SAIC QingTao) for CNY 206 million. Upon completion of the transaction, HASCO will own 49% of SAIC QingTao. Established in November 2023 with a registered capital of CNY 1 billion, SAIC QingTao is a 49:51 joint venture between SAIC Motor...

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XPeng launches next-gen P7 electric coupe On August 27, XPeng launched the next-generation P7 battery electric coupe. The model is available in two RWD and two 4WD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 219,800 to CNY 301,800. Adopting a futuristic exterior design, the next-generation P7 measures 5,017mm long, 1,970mm wide, and 1,427mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,008mm. The next-generation P7 is equipped with an all-domain 800V silicon carbide pl...

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BYD opens presales of three models in Argentina On August 27, it was reported that BYD Argentina officially opened pre-sales for its first three models in the country: the Dolphin Mini, Yuan Pro, and Song Pro DM-i. Dolphin mini: A fully electric hatchback built on the E-3.0 Platform that offers 380 km of range thanks to its Blade battery, which can be charged from 10% to 80% in 30 minutes. It features a 10.1-inch rotating touchscreen, voice contr...

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Aisin announces strategy to offer optimal powertrains for regional needs Aisin Corporation (Aisin) held a powertrains technical briefing in Tokyo on August 28, where the history of the technology and prospects were explained to the press. Mr. Satoru Kasuya, Aisin’s Senior Executive Officer and the Executive General Manager of Product Development Center Power Train Product Division, explained the company’s business prospects that it will accel...

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Renault opens pre-sales of Koleos SUV in Argentina On August 29, Renault Argentina announced the opening of pre-sales of the new Renault Koleos in the country. This is the brand’s first full hybrid SUV in the country, offered in two versions: The Esprit Alpine full hybrid E-Tech combines a 1.5-liter turbo engine with two electric motors, a DHT Pro automatic transmission, and a 1.64-kWh battery, delivering a combined 245 hp and 320 Nm. It allows...

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Infineon expands CoolSiC MOSFETs 650 V G2 portfolio with new 75 mΩ variants On August 26, Infineon Technologies AG announced that it is expanding its CoolSiC MOSFETs 650 V G2 portfolio with new 75 mΩ variants. The devices are available in multiple package options. The product family supports both Top Side Cooling (TSC) and Bottom Side Cooling (BSC) approaches. The devices are ideal for high- and medium-power switching mode power supplies (SMPS)...

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UK Government adds six cars to EV Grant Scheme On August 28, the UK Government added 6 new cars to its Electric Car Grant (ECG) scheme, i.e., Ford Puma Gen-E, Ford E-Tourneo Courier, Peugeot E-308, Peugeot E-408, DS 3, and DS Nº4, which are now qualify for the full GBP 3,750 discount. In total, 28 EVs are eligible for either GBP 3,750 or GBP 1,500 off. The scheme is part of a GBP 650 million plan to cut EV costs, support the auto industry, and p...

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ACEA and CLEPA urge EU Commission to reset auto transition strategy ahead of Strategic Dialogue On August 27, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and the European Association of Automotive Suppliers (CLEPA) sent a letter to the President of the EU Commission, setting out their expectations for the upcoming Strategic Dialogue on the future of the European auto industry. While the EU currently regulates manufacturers on the ...

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