ificant upgrades. The pre-sales of the new ID.3 Neo will start on April 16, 2026, in Germany and other European markets. The all-new ID.3 Neo measures 4,265 mm in length, 1,809 mm in width, 1,554 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,766 mm. The model features a newly designed front with a continuous light strip and an illuminated logo, along with a refreshed interior that includes a new cockpit and improved materials. It is equipped with a more ef...

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Isuzu and Toyota to jointly develop Japan's first mass-produced light-duty FC truck On April 15, Isuzu Motor and Toyota Motor announced that they have agreed to collaborate on the development toward the mass production of a next-generation light-duty fuel cell (FC) electric truck. This vehicle is based on Isuzu's "ELF EV" BEV light-duty truck launched in 2023 and combines Toyota's new fuel cell system (3rd-generation FC system). Both companies wi...

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s complex will accommodate approximately 10,000 to 11,000 employees. Including other buildings on the campus, approximately 16,000 employees will be within a 15-minute walk of one another, providing easier collaboration across the campus. The renovation will refresh the façade and increase natural light by adding windows and skylights while removing interior walls and drop ceilings, following the modern look of the World Headquarters. New featur...

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h build quality, advanced technology, and easy-to-use controls. The lineup includes the ID. Polo, ID. Cross, ID.3 Neo, ID. Polo GTI, and ID.3 GTI. These models represent a new phase for the brand, described as “True Volkswagen,” aimed at making electric mobility more accessible in Europe. These vehicles are built on the latest version of VW’s Modular Electric Drive platform, called MEB+. This updated platform offers advanced technologies in...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/14

Russian vehicle sales increase 25.0% in March 2026 The 115,369 new vehicles sold in Russia in March 2026 represented an increase of 25.0% compared to the same month in 2025 according to the Avtoselkhozmash Holding release on April 10. The 292,809 new cars and LCVs sold in the first three months of 2026 represented an increase of 3.1% over the same period in 2025. Passenger car sales in March 2026 represented a 31.5% increase to 102,836 units from...

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Mexican auto production increase 2.5% in March 2026 OEMs built 343,520 light vehicles in Mexico in March 2026, resulting in a 2.5% increase compared to the 335,065 units built in the same month of 2025, according to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI).  OEMs with production increases in March included Audi with an increase of 70.5% to 13,635 units; VW with an increase of 50.3% to 35,094 units; Kia with an increase of 16.9%...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/10

Brazilian vehicle sales increased 37.8% to 269,483 units in March 2026 (ANFAVEA) The Associacao Nacional dos Fabricantes de Veiculos Automores (ANFAVEA) announced that Brazilian vehicle sales (including trucks and buses) increased 37.8% YOY to 269,483 units in March 2026. The significant increase was due to a recovery in loan demand due to lower interest rates, fleet renewals by corporations and rental car companies, and the effect of introducing...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/10

Compal Electronics establishes U.S. based SYLUX division to advance automotive safety technologies On April 7th, Compal Electronics has registered its SYLUX division as a U.S. company, making a strategic step in expanding its automotive business and strengthening support for OEM and Tier 1 partners. SYLUX focuses on infrared sensing and AI-powered perception systems designed to improve vehicle safety in low-light and low-visibility conditions. Th...

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Toyota Tacoma, the most exported model in Mexico in 2025 On January 20, it was reported that the Toyota Tacoma was the most exported light vehicle from Mexico in 2025. According to data from INEGI, Mexico exported 3,385,785 light vehicles during the year, out of which 278,794 were Tacoma with ICE powertrains, representing a share of 8.23%. Production of the Tacoma in Mexico takes place at the plants in Apaseo el Grande and Tijuana. The second mos...

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DFAC, CATL to deepen cooperation on NECV development On April 3, under the theme of new energy commercial vehicle (NECV) development trends, Dongfeng Automobile Co., Ltd. (DFAC) held thorough talks and reached multiple strategic agreements on matters such as faster application of electrified logistics vehicles and establishment of battery swapping ecosystems with Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL). The two companies will collaborate...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/09

Kia UK reports best monthly and quarterly sales performance ever On April 7, Kia UK reported its best-ever monthly and quarterly sales performance since entering the market, with 20,136 vehicles registered in March and a total of 35,851 units in the first quarter of 2026. The results placed the company third overall in the UK market, supported by strong demand across its lineup. The Kia Sportage remained the brand’s top-selling model, while the...

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March EV sales in Japan exceed 10,000 units for first time; CEV subsidies boost demand Total sales of passenger electric vehicles (EVs), including mini vehicles and registered vehicles (vehicles other than mini-vehicles), in Japan for March 2026 surged to 12,658 units, a 2.1-fold increase from the same month last year. This marks the first time that monthly sales have exceeded the 10,000-unit threshold. In addition to the effect of new model laun...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/08

Brazilian vehicle sales up 37.9% in March 2026 (Fenabrave) On April 7, the Brazilian dealer association Federacao Nacional da Distribuicao de Veiculos Automotores (Fenabrave) announced combined sales of 269,463 new passenger cars, light commercial vehicles, trucks, and buses in March 2026, 37.9% up compared to March 2025 and an increase of 45.6% from February 2026. Vehicle sales in March 2026 consisted of 206,375 passenger cars; 51,848 commercial...

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Mexican vehicle sales up 2.4% in March 2026 On April 6, Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia (INEGI) reported sales of 131,569 light vehicles in March 2026, representing an increase of 2.4% from the 128,434 sales in March 2025. Nissan led the market as the best-selling brand, with 22,171 units delivered, down 6.2% year over year. General Motors ranked second with 17,851 units, posting a 0.9% decrease followed by VW group with...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/07

the Honda “N-Box” ranked first for the past five consecutive years. Despite less effect from the introduction of new models and lower sales volume, the N-Box maintained the top position with a margin of more than 30,000 units. On April 6, the Japan Automobile Dealers Association, and the Japan Light Motor Vehicle and Motorcycle Association, respectively, announced vehicle sales rankings by model in Japan. Sales of the N-Box declined by 5.6% ...

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New vehicle sales by 5 major OEMs in South Korea increase 5.3% in March Five Korean automakers announced domestic new vehicle sales in March. New vehicle sales in South Korea increased by 5.3% compared to the same month in the previous year to 130,377 units. Despite concerns that escalating tensions in the Middle East could dampen consumer sentiment, Kia and KGM saw double-digit growth, supported by strong electric vehicle (EV) sales, resulting i...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/06

Toyota Motor Hamura is established, taking the lead in ladder-frame vehicles Toyota Motor Hamura Co., Ltd. (Hamura City, Tokyo), a wholly owned subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) that took over the Hamura Plant (Hamura City, Tokyo) from Hino Motors, Ltd. (Hino), was established on April 1 and announced its corporate philosophy and other details. As a leader in ladder-frame vehicle production—featuring a structural ladder-like frame...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/03

Canadian sales down 8.2% in March, down 4.4% in Q1 2026 On April 2, DesRosiers Automotive Consultants reported that Canadian vehicle sales in March of just under 170,000 units represented an 8.2% decline from the 185,000 units the previous March, with one less selling day in the month than last year. March sales this year were noticeably lower than the first two months of 2026. The SAAR for March came in at 1.85 million units, again lower than ea...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/03

U.S. auto sales fall 11.8% in March amid elevated vehicle prices and weakening demand The number of new vehicles sold in the U.S. in March 2026 (preliminary figures including estimates for GM/Stellantis/Tesla, etc.), aggregated by MarkLines as of April 2, totaled 1,405,817 units, down 11.8% year over year. March had 25 selling days, one fewer than a year earlier. Seasonally adjusted at annual rates (SAAR, millions/year)  *March data will be upda...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

FY2025 new vehicle sales in Japan down 0.9% y/y to 4.53 million units In the fiscal year that ended in March 2026 (FY2025), Japanese new vehicle sales (total of mini and non-mini vehicles (registered vehicles)) declined by 0.9% year-over-year (y/y) to 4,533,782 units for the first time in four years. While Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. saw increased sales, mainly of mini vehicle, thanks to the introduction of new vehicle models and the rebound from it...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02