units, surged by 9.9% YoY. Overall vehicle deliveries reached 586,149 units in Q1, 2025, i.e. a decrease of 1.4%. By 2025, BMW Group expects to reach two major milestones i.e., 3 million electrified vehicles (BEVs and PHEVs) and 1.5 million fully electric vehicles delivered since launching the BMW i3 and i8. Based on BMW Group press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/11

l weight by 44%, and offers exceptional flexibility, which facilitates assembly and reduces energy consumption during the manufacturing process. The seal is part of Cooper Standard’s commitment to sustainability and has been successfully tested for mass production through the company’s internal i3 innovation process.  (Cooper Standard release on November 7, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/12

Irizar presents 4 models at FIAA in Spain On October 24, Irizar presented its Irizar i3 class II electric vehicle at the FIAA national fair in Madrid, Spain, in addition to the new generation of integrated vehicles. The four models presented are the Irizar i3 electric class II, the Irizar i6S Efficient new generation, the Irizar i6S Efficient Hydrogen and the Irizar ie tram electric urban vehicle, all with important innovations. The Irizar i3 ele...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/25

European Bus manufacturers showcase product offerings at FIAA 2024 in Madrid, Spain On October 22, multiple European Bus manufactures presented their bus and product portfolio at the FIAA (Feria Internacional del Autobús y del Autocar) 2024 in Madrid, Spain, which is being held from October 22 to 25, 2024. Irizar Group launched its new Irizar i3 electric class II vehicle, as well as presented its new-generation Irizar i6S Efficient, Irizar i6S E...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/23

series, Mercedes-Benz's next-generation E Drive for EQC and EQA platforms, and the hybrid electric axle for Stellantis Jeep Cherokee and Wagoneer, as well as DAF Paccar trucks. NRB Bearings will be supplying parts globally for steering and braking systems, including for the BMW Hybrid and Electric i3, Stellantis, Hyundai, Kia Motors, Volvo trucks, and Paccar Group. It will further supply parts for Daimler Trucks, Foton Trucks, the Stellantis Jee...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/23

was not spared from the price reductions, with Cadillac’s CT5 officially announcing a price cut of CNY70,000 (US$9.7k). German luxury brands like Mercedes-Benz and BMW also joined the trend, with BMW’s iX1 seeing the highest reduction of nearly CNY150,000 (US$20.7k). The entry price for BMW’s i3 and iX3 was set at CNY200,000 (US$27.6k), while the Mercedes-Benz EQA and EQB models went below the CNY200,000 (US$27.6k) mark. These price reducti...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/19

ucts have managed to maintain the “Ultimate Driving Experience.” BMW has a strong track record of vertical integration of key NEV component development, in particular e-motors and batteries which are critical to NEV performance and durability. BMW accumulated rich experience when developing the i3 and i8 models while its 5th generation eDrive system offers a comprehensive evolution in batteries, motors, and electronic control systems. It achi...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/31

tos (a subsidiary of the Onex group) in Spain.The Xoom 125R, a 125cc scooter, boasts features like a new 14’’ platform, sequential LED winkers, and a digital speedometer with Bluetooth connectivity. On the other hand, the Xoom 160 is equipped with a 156cc liquid-cooled engine featuring enhanced i3s silent start technology. It also showcased the VIDA V1 Pro electric scooter alongside the VIDA V1 Coupe, which can transform from a single-seater ...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/08

MIIT releases 69th list of “Catalog of New Energy Models Exempt from Vehicle Purchase Tax” On September 14, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China (MIIT) released the “Catalog of New Energy Models Exempt from Vehicle Purchase Tax (69th list)”. The selected battery electric models consist of 83 passenger vehicles (including BMW Brilliance’s new BMW i3, Geely’s Jiyue 01, SAIC-GM-Wuling’s Xingguang, and Hozon Auto...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/18

CDMS 2023: DPCA exhibits multiple Dongfeng Peugeot and Dongfeng Citroen models On August 25, at the Chengdu Motor Show 2023 (CDMS 2023), Dongfeng-Peugeot-Citroen Automobile (DPCA) exhibited multiple Dongfeng Peugeot and Dongfeng Citroen models. The new Dongfeng Peugeot 508L midsize sedan has been comprehensively upgraded to a flagship model available with such configurations as an optional AMVAR variable independent suspension system, 12-directio...

News  Updated at: 2023/09/01

Sales of 2024 Chevrolet Montana begin in Mexico On August 22, 2023, General Motors announced the start of sales for the 2024 Chevrolet Montana compact pickup truck in Mexico. The Chevrolet Montana will be launched in Mexico with two trims, the baseline LT and the sportier RS. Both trim versions will be powered by a 1.2-liter I3 turbocharged engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with front-wheel drive, generating 132 hp and 155 lb-ft ...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/26

Hero MotoCorp, India launches 2023 Glamour motorcycle On August 24, Hero MotoCorp launched the 2023 Glamour motorcycle for INR 82.35 thousand (drum variant) and going to INR 86.35 (disc variant). It is powered by an OBD2 and E20 compliant 125cc engine, with a power output of 7.97kW at 7,500 rpm and torque of 10.6 Nm at 6,000 rpm. It can deliver a mileage of 63 km/l.Its features include i3S technology (idle stop-start system), a fully digital cons...

News  Updated at: 2023/08/25

Dongfeng Peugeot starts accepting pre-orders for new version of 4008 compact SUV On July 26, Dongfeng Peugeot officially started accepting pre-orders for a new version of the 4008 compact SUV, which is available in one model priced at CNY 169,700, with official launch and delivery in early August. The new 4008 is equipped with a 1.6T turbocharged engine (maximum power 125kW and peak torque 250Nm), mated to an Aisin 8-speed automatic manual transm...

News  Updated at: 2023/07/31

complies with the latest emission standards. The motor delivers a power output of 5.9 kW at 8,000 rpm and a torque of 8.05 Nm at 6,000 rpm, providing a balanced performance for everyday commuting. The motorcycle features a digi-analog cluster that integrates various functionalities. It includes an i3S button, which is Hero MotoCorp's Idle Stop-Start System that helps improve fuel efficiency by automatically switching off the engine when idle and...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/13

ompleted a Series A financing worth CNY 3.2 billion in November 2022. Since 2023, the company has been embroiled in a number of civil cases, mostly involving contract disputes such as sales and loans. Focusing on the market of battery electric micro vehicles, Letin Motor launched models such as the i3, the i5, the i9, the Mengo, and the Mengo Pro. From multiple press releases...

News  Updated at: 2023/05/10

yeong plant.The new 2024 Trax introduces new styling that takes cues from the ICE-based Chevrolet Blazer, as well as new exterior dimensions that are lower, longer, and wider than the preceding Chevrolet Trax. The 2024 Trax is built on the GM VSS-F vehicle set, and features a turbocharged 1.2-liter I3 LIH gasoline engine that produces 137 hp and 162 lb-ft of torque. (multiple sources on April 17, 2023) ...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/22

BMW India, opens bookings for X3 M40i xDrive SUV variant On April 19, BMW India opened the bookings for the first-ever BMW X3 M40i xDrive It comes with an M40i 3-liter engine. The vehicles were built on the success of M-powered BMW M340i sedan and the growing popularity of exclusive M Editions in India. Its features include adaptive M suspension, M sport differential, M sport brakes, and the xDrive all-wheel drive. The car is scheduled to be laun...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/19

olution with new anti-corrosion treatment. It is more silent and has greater durability. According to Brembo’s official distributor Emerald Auto Parts Sdn. Bhd. (Emerald), the kit will be available in the Malaysian market from May 2023. It is compatible with EVs such as the Volkswagen E-Golf, BMW i3, Nissan Leaf, Hyundai Ioniq, and the range of Tesla Model 3, S, X, and Y. At the event, Brembo's new X-Style aluminium Caliper range, developed for...

News  Updated at: 2023/03/17

BMW i3 eDrive40L BEV rolls off production line at Shenyang Lydia Plant On February 20, the BMW i3 eDrive40L battery electric vehicle (BEV) rolled off the production line at the Lydia Plant (BMW iFACTORY) in Shenyang, Liaoning. As a high-end model of the BMW i3, the new vehicle boasts stronger performance and a longer range, with a maximum power of 250kW, a peak torque of 430Nm, a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time of as little as 5.6 seconds, and a r...

News  Updated at: 2023/02/22

in 2023 at roughly two-month intervals.The BMW Group is investing more than EUR 800 million to establish and develop e-component production at BMW Plant Leipzig. Covering 2,300 square meters, the new cell coating system at the BMW plant in Leipzig is located in the former production hall of the BMW i3.The new coating line can handle more than 10 million cells a year. The coated cells are then used on the battery module production line in Leipzig,...

News  Updated at: 2023/02/01