Renault to reveal 4 Savane 4x4 concept at 2025 Roland Garros French Open On May 16, Renault announced that it will unveil the Renault 4 Savane 4x4 concept car alongside the Renault 5 Turbo 3E and Renault 5 E-Tech electric Roland-Garros 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 ...

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BMW increases production efficiency with AI and Automation at Landshut plant On May 16, BMW announced that it is increasing digitalization at its Landshut plant. Advanced technologies such as AI, smart logistics, and data-driven quality checks make it a key innovation hub. AI-supported data analysis helps detect cyber threats early, while digital process controls and connected systems improve productivity and quality. The “Shopfloor.Digital” ...

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UL Solutions launches advanced battery testing center in Germany On May 15, UL Solutions Inc. opened its Europe Advanced Battery Testing Laboratory in Aachen, Germany, which will test batteries used in electric vehicles (EVs) and large-scale energy storage systems. The facility was purpose-built from the ground up to evaluate EV and industrial battery products during the research and development phases of battery manufacturing.  The new laborato...

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Suzuki launches fourth-generation Dzire in South Africa On May 14, Suzuki launched the fourth-generation Dzire in South Africa, expanding its local model lineup. The new Dzire, built on Suzuki’s latest ‘HEARTECT’ platform, measures 3,995mm long, 1,735mm wide and 1,525mm tall. It is equipped with Suzuki’s Z12E 1.2-litre three-cylinder gasoline engine, which delivers 60 kW of power at 5,700 rpm and 112 Nm of torque at 4,300 rpm. It is smal...

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UL Solutions opens advanced battery testing center in Aachen, Germany On May 15, UL Solutions Inc. announced the opening of its Europe Advanced Battery Testing Laboratory in Aachen, Germany, which will test batteries used in EVs and large-scale energy storage systems. Driven by the increasing demand for reliable battery testing services, the facility was purpose-built from the ground up to evaluate EV and industrial battery products during the re...

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MAHLE develops Intelligent Thermal Management System for Mahindra’s electric vehicles On May 15, MAHLE announced that it has developed an intelligent thermal management system (ITMS) for the first platform of battery electric vehicles (BEV) XEV 9e and BE 6 from Mahindra & Mahindra Limited (M&M). M&M gives a "Special Appreciation Award" to MAHLE for this development.  It has an intelligent control strategy and software, which optimizes the temp...

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Stellantis introduces DS N°4 premium compact hatchback On May 14, DS Automobiles introduced the N°4, a premium compact hatchback. The N°4, the facelifted model of DS 4 receiving the new name based on the  'N°' naming strategy, has a 4.4-m overall length, 1.87-m width, and 1.47-m height, with a 2.67-m wheelbase. It offers three electrified powertrains: a 100% electric E-TENSE version delivering 213 hp and 343 Nm of torque with a 58.3 kWh batt...

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Geely Galaxy launches Xingyao 8 plug-in hybrid electric sedan On May 9, Geely Galaxy launched the Xingyao 8 mid-to-large-size plug-in hybrid electric sedan. The model is available in seven variants, with prices ranging from CNY 115,800 to CNY 155,800. Adopting the “Ripple Aesthetics” exterior design concept, the Xingyao 8 offers six body and two interior color options and features frameless doors and a 1.36-square-meter panoramic sunroof as s...

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Renault to launch new Hybrid SUV in Colombia On May 13, Renault announced that it will launch a new SUV that will complete its E-Tech Hybrid portfolio. Colombia will be the first country in the region to receive the model. More details of the vehicle are expected to be released soon. (Renault Colombia on May 13, 2025)...

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UAES launches deeply integrated all-in-one coaxial e-axle United Automotive Electronic Systems Co., Ltd. (UAES) developed a deeply integrated all-in-one coaxial e-axle. Deeply integrating UAES’ X-pin motor, planetary gear reducer, small inverter, GaN CharCON, PDU, and VCU, the product features small size, light weight, high power density, and high integration. The e-axle contains a side-laid controller to reduce height in the Z axis, freeing up...

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VinFast delivers 9,588 EVs in Vietnam in April 2025, led by VF 5 On May 13, 2025, VinFast Auto Ltd. announced deliveries of 9,588 electric vehicles in Vietnam in April 2025, bringing year-to-date deliveries in Vietnam to 44,691. Its April sales were led by the VF 5 (3,731 units) and VF 3 (2,378 units), followed by the VF 6 (1,763 units). In the first 4 months of 2025, VinFast sold 15,466 VF 3, 14,520 VF 5, and 5,914 VF 6 vehicles, with the VF 3 r...

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NTN establishes technology for volume production of HA-C applied bearings NTN Corporation (NTN) has established a volume production technology for bearings to which its new “HA-C” special heat treatment technology for steel materials is applied. The HA-C technology enhances the hardness of steel materials and helps to reduce the size and weight of bearings and extend the bearing lifespan. NTN has started offering prototypes of “deep groove ...

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Meidensha aiming to increase mobility & electrical components business sales by 30% in FY 2027 Meidensha Corporation (Meidensha) has announced its mid-term business plan through the fiscal year that ends in March 2028 (FY 2027). The company plans to increase sales of its mobility and electrical components business including E-Axles to JPY 95 billion in FY 2027, an increase of 30% from its FY 2024 figure. It aims to achieve an operating profit rat...

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Toyota debuts all-new 2026 C-HR BEV in U.S. On May 14, Toyota announced the all-new 2026 Toyota C-HR Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), an all-new model in its electrified lineup. Built on Toyota’s e-TNGA platform with a coupe-like SUV profile, the 2026 C-HR is expected to arrive at U.S. Toyota dealerships in 2026. Developed from a compact BEV concept Toyota first presented in 2022, the new C-HR BEV has compact crossover proportions with an overal...

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SEAT launches new Style trim for Leon e-HYBRID On May 14, SEAT introduced a new "Style" trim for the Leon e-HYBRID, offering a balance of efficiency, performance, and affordability. The Leon was SEAT’s first plug-in hybrid and is available in 5-door and Sportstourer versions. The vehicle is built in Barcelona at SEAT’s Martorell plant. It comes with the latest e-HYBRID system which generates output of 150 kW and 350 Nm of torque. It combines ...

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Audi Ingolstadt site upgraded for Q6 e-tron production with in-house battery assembly and high automation On May 14, Audi announced that its Ingolstadt plant in Germany has been upgraded to integrate Q6 e-tron production into its existing body shop and assembly lines. It’s also the first Audi plant in Germany with its own battery assembly facility. The Audi Q6 e-tron series was seamlessly integrated into the assembly line previously used for th...

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BMW South Africa presents latest generation of 1 Series and 2 Series Gran Coupé On May 12, BMW South Africa launched the new BMW 1 Series and 2 Series Gran Coupé. The new 1 Series is slightly larger than before, the dimensions are 4,361 mm x 1,800 mm x 1,459 mm (LxWxH), with a 2,670 mm wheelbase. The South African market will get two models at launch, i.e., the BMW 118 and M135 xDrive. Both use a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The ...

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NIO receives E-Mark certification for steer-by-wire system for NIO ET9 On May 13, NIO, in a social media update, announced that its ET9's steer-by-wire system received E-Mark certification under the automotive regulations of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE). The certification was conducted by Applus+ IDIADA ("IDIADA").  This also marks IDIADA's first certification in Europe for a vehicle equipped with steer-by-wire techn...

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Moskvich, Russia exports vehicles to Cuba On May 15, Moskvich Plant, in a social media post, announced that it is exporting vehicles to Cuba. In a few months, a taxi fleet with Moskvich cars will appear in Havana. It will send 25 Moskvich 3 crossovers and 25 Moskvich 3e electric cars. It will also supply autonomous solar power plants with charging stations. Cuban specialists will undergo training at the Moskvich plant training center and receive ...

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UITP Summit 2025: ZF to present technologies for cleaner, safer, and smarter buses ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) will present its technologies for cleaner, safer, and smarter city and intercity buses at the UITP Summit 2025 in Hamburg, Germany, from June 15 to 18. ZF’s electric central drive, CeTrax 2, and its electric air compressor, e-comp Scroll, will make their premieres at the event. The CeTrax 2 delivers 210 kW of continuous output and a pea...

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