China Passenger Car Association analysis of production and sales volumes for August 2025 The China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) announced the production and sales volumes of passenger cars (including sedans, SUVs, and MPVs, excluding minivans) for August 2025. China passenger car production and sales volumes in August 2025 Retail August retail sales volumes of passenger cars totaled 1.995 million units, reflecting a year-over-year (y/y) incre...

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IAA Mobility 2025: Horse Powertrain unveils full range of next-gen engines, transmissions, and future power systems On September 8, Horse Powertrain unveiled the full line-up of engines, transmissions, and power systems at IAA Summit 2025. Horse C15: new compact range extender engine packaged like a briefcase (480x490x250mm). The first C15 unit is a 1.5L four-cylinder with an integrated generator, exhaust, and cooling. The output ranges from 70 ...

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IAA Mobility 2025: MAHLE showcases production-ready solutions for sustainable mobility MAHLE GmbH (MAHLE) is presenting its production-ready innovations for electrification and sustainable powertrain solutions at IAA Mobility 2025. Highlights include (i) a new range extender system with a high-voltage generator, capable of extending the range of battery-electric vehicles up to 1,350 km; (ii) a compact thermal management module with integrated hea...

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ment of the U.S.–Mexico–Canada agreement (USMCA), and there will still be concerning times ahead regarding how to decide on mid- and long-term investment. On the other hand, an executive of a mega-supplier stated that careful judgment will be required for the localization of internal combustion engine-related production. Chinese manufacturers have established footholds outside the U.S., and have been moving toward software-defined vehicles (S...

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CDMS 2025: SAIC Roewe starts accepting pre-orders for M7 DMH plug-in hybrid electric sedan On August 29, at the Chengdu Motor Show (CDMS) 2025, SAIC Roewe started accepting pre-orders for the M7 DMH mid-to-large-size plug-in hybrid electric sedan. The model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 97,800 to CNY 114,800. The M7 DMH, the first production flagship model based on the Pearl concept vehicle, measures 4,940mm long, 1...

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over the years and are only available for vehicles meeting minimum safety and performance standards. Recipients may not buy more than one subsidized NEV of the same category within a set period. The scheme manages payments through discounts on sales, direct bank transfers, or subsidized loans. The Engineering Development Board will oversee the program digitally to avoid duplication and for transparency The total estimated subsidy outlay until 20...

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fuel ratio sensors) businesses. The acquisition price will be JPY 180.6 billion. Niterra’s share in the global automotive plug market is likely to reach 60%. While the shift to electric vehicles (EVs) is currently slowing down, demand for hybrid vehicles (HVs) equipped with an internal combustion engine is growing. The internal combustion engine market is expected to shrink in the future, and Niterra aims to maximize residual profits, including...

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Toyota Argentina starts Hiace exports to Brazil On September 1, Toyota Argentina announced the start of Hiace exports to Brazil, marking Toyota do Brasil’s entry into the regional van market. Production of Hiace in Argentina began in 2024 at the new facility in Toyota’s Zarate plant that complements Hilux and SW4 manufacturing, sharing the same 2.8-liter engine and rear axle. Equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission, advanced safety f...

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Ford South Africa to cut over 470 employees at Silverton and Struandale plants On August 28, South African Solidarity union and multiple sources reported that Ford South Africa has issued an official notice announcing its intention to retrench more than 470 employees. The retrenchments will affect both the Silverton vehicle plant in Pretoria and the Struandale engine plant in Gqeberha, South Africa. According to the notice, Ford says the job cut...

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Nissan introduces world’s first valve seat using cold spray technology in new e-POWER dedicated engine On August 27, Nissan announced that it has adopted valve seats manufactured using cold spray technology, marking a world-first application in automotive engines. The new 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, codename ZR15DDTe, elevates thermal efficiency to 42% by stabilizing in-cylinder combustion. Cold spray technology is now being applied to Nissa...

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Ford considers exporting Super Duty from Canada to Australia, South America As tariffs and counter tariffs have been affecting production location choices for automakers, Ford is now considering other potential markets for the Ford Super Duty. On August 12 at the J.P. Morgan 2025 Auto Conference, Ford Pro CFO Navin Kumar noted, “We’re the market leader in Canada. F-Series has had market leadership for the last 59 years. The product really doe...

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Audi unveils second generation Q3 Sportback On August 25, Audi unveiled the second-generation Audi Q3 Sportback SUV with coupé-style looks. Its roofline slopes 29 mm lower than the standard Q3, giving it a sportier and sleeker profile. Inside, the vehicle offers up to 1,289 litres of storage space and has improved aerodynamics achieving a drag coefficient of 0.30. Production of the Q3 SUV and Sportback has been taking place at Audi Hungaria in G...

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Volkswagen unveils second generation T-Roc with more space and hybrid powertrain On August 27, Volkswagen unveiled the second-generation T-Roc, featuring a refreshed design. The model is 12 cm longer than its predecessor, offering more space for up to five passengers. It is the third SUV built on the updated MQB evo platform. Production takes place at the Palmela plant in Portugal. In Europe, it will be offered only with hybrid turbo gasoline eng...

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Ford Almussafes plant to halt production on multiple days in September and October 2025 On August 26, multiple sources reported that Ford will halt vehicle production for six days and engine production for one day at its Almussafes plant in September 2025 under the RED mechanism. The plant will also undergo seven additional vehicle production stoppages in October 2025. According to the UGT union, the Valencia factory will stop vehicle production ...

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South Korea’s Guyoung Tech acquires majority stake in Car Tech South Korea’s Guyoung Tech Co., Ltd. announced that it acquired an 81.61% stake in a US company, Car Tech, LLC, for Korean won (KRW) 10 billion (JPY 1.1 billion) and made it a subsidiary of the company. Guyoung Tech has its headquarters and a plant in Daegu Metropolitan City, as well as a production base in Yeongcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do. It produces seat frames and oil pans, supply...

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Audi starts series production of new Q3 Sportback at Győr plant, Hungary On August 25, Audi Hungaria announced the start of series production of the second-generation Audi Q3 Sportback in Győr plant, Hungary. The first vehicle to roll off the line was a sage green Q3 Sportback. The Audi Q3 Sportback is an entry-level compact crossover that combines the key features of the Audi Q3 with the sleek shape of a coupé. The entry-level Audi Q3 Sportba...

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MAHLE Jet Ignition technology in 2-cylinder range extender engine to enter first mass production with Chinese manufacturer MAHLE Powertrain, the engineering services subsidiary of the MAHLE Group, announced that its customer’s 2-cylinder, 1.0L turbocharged range extender engine has achieved over 42% brake thermal efficiency using MAHLE Jet Ignition technology. The system uses a passive pre-chamber to create hot, partially burned jets that initi...

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AvtoVAZ, Russia invests RUB 345 million in modernization and maintenance of production lines On August 21, AvtoVAZ announced that it had invested over RUB 345 million in modernization and maintenance of production lines during a three-week unified corporate vacation.  A robotic complex for the manufacture of body floors was installed in the LADA Iskra welding shop. The LADA Granta and Iskra paint shops received new paint booths and advanced var...

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DFMC to sell 50% stake in Dongfeng Honda Engine According to information on the Guangdong United Assets and Stake Exchange (GDUAEE) website dated August 18, Dongfeng Motor Corporation (DFMC) plans to sell a 50% stake in Dongfeng Honda Engine Co., Ltd. (DHEC). Currently under pre-listing, the project, for which the transfer reserve price is yet to be determined, will be valid for listing until September 12. DHEC is 50%, 40%, and 10% owned by DFMC,...

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showcased the locally developed Bio-Hybrid technology at the Rio Innovation Week 2025, which was held in Rio de Janeiro from August 12–15. This hybrid system created by its South American Tech Center, which is already available in the Fiat Pulse Hybrid, combines electricity and flex-fuel thermal engine, which can be fueled with ethanol, for the vehicle propulsion. The modular solution will be expanded across different Stellantis brands in Braz...

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