AD Ports, UAE and Ningbo Zhoushan Port Group, China partner for automotive logistics ecosystem On July 3, AD Ports Group, and Zhejiang Provincial Seaport Investment & Operation Group Co., Ltd. (Ningbo Zhoushan Port Group) entered into a preliminary strategic agreement to establish a comprehensive automotive logistics ecosystem connecting Chinese manufacturing capabilities with Middle Eastern, Central Asian, and African markets through integrated ...

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rements for port heavy haulage and urban distribution and enable the bidirectional energy flow management of logistic vehicles and grids. To date, BYD heavy-duty trucks have come into service in various scenarios. The trucks are efficiently connected to intelligent operating systems at ports and in logistics areas to perform routine operations such as cloud platform monitoring, vehicle scheduling, and autonomous driving. From a BYD press release...

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Omoda & Jaecoo inaugurates parts distribution center in Brazil On June 30, it was reported that Chinese automaker Omoda & Jaecoo inaugurated its new parts distribution center in Cajamar, São Paulo, as part of its strategy to solidify its presence in Brazil. The operation, managed by logistics company DSV, began with 600 m² and is already expanding to 1,500 m² with BRL 30 million in inventory for its Omoda E5 and Jaecoo 7 models. By year-end, t...

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flex engine to supply energy directly to the electric motor or recharge the battery. The system, developed in Brazil and under development in China, Europe, and India, extends the range of electric vans from 110 km to up to 600 km using ethanol. Horse's solution targets urban delivery and last-mile logistics, segments seen as rapidly electrifying. The company highlighted the benefits of familiar and easy-to-maintain thermal components operating u...

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trucks will be fully assembled in Senegal by a new JV between the government and GTS. Deliveries are scheduled to begin as early as 2026. The assembly plant will produce different Mercedes-Benz truck models to support sectors such as defense, emergency services, waste management, construction, and logistics in Senegal, Africa. The Senegalese government is providing financial support, industrial land, tax benefits, and training programs to help b...

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Giant Motors announces MXN 3 billion investment at JAC plant in Mexico On June 30, Giant Motors Latinoamérica (GML) announced a MXN 3 billion investment to expand its manufacturing plant in Ciudad Sahagún, Hidalgo, México. This project will double the company’s production capacity, adding four new assembly lines, totaling eight, a logistics yard, and a training center. The annual output is expected to reach 60,000 vehicles per shift, with th...

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trunk express delivery. The SE636 delivers a range of 500km and supports megawatt-level fast charging and a Level 2 assisted driving system, generating more than 50% lower operating costs than ICE-powered trucks. The SE636 has been put into operation in the trunk transportation networks of leading logistics companies such as SF Express and JD Logistics. From a Sany Heavy Truck press release...

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WLY completes trial manufacturing of EDA27 reducer for New Energy LDTs Zhejiang Wanliyang Co., Ltd. (WLY) succeeded in the trial manufacturing of the new EDA27 reducer for New Energy light-duty trucks (LDTs). The product is mainly developed for models for supermarket distribution and urban and rural logistics, such as small trucks, pickup trucks, and vans. Matched with motors with a speed of over 16,000rpm, the EDA27 enhances vehicle operating ef...

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t an operating section of about 500 km, an expressway route between Yokohama City and Kobe City. T2 will run operations for transportation between distribution centers of Sagawa Express Co., Ltd., Seino Transportation Co., Ltd., Japan Post Co., Ltd., Fukuyama Transporting Co., Ltd., and Mitsui-Soko Logistics Co., Ltd. (President: Teruo Ishikawa; based in Chuo Ward, Tokyo) in the operation section. While T2’s engineer rode in the verification te...

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Autoworld to establish assembly plant for Bajaj motorcycles and three-wheelers in UAE On June 30, Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) announced that Autoworld International FZCO, a leading regional distributor for India’s Bajaj Auto Ltd, is investing AED 45 million to develop a new logistics and distribution hub in Jafza, UAE. It will serve rapidly growing markets across Africa and the Middle East with affordable, fuel-efficient two- and three-wheelers...

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Flexis unveils new emblem as it gears up for 2026 launch of electric LCVs On June 30, Flexis, a joint venture by Renault Group, Volvo Group, and CMA CGM, announced it is moving closer to producing its first electric LCVs by 2026, starting with the launch of its official emblem and visual identity. The emblem symbolizes Flexis’ mission to create smart, clean, and efficient urban logistics through connected EVs and digital services. The emblem wi...

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BYD Changzhou vessel arrives in Mexico with 3,503 units On June 17, it was reported that the BYD Changzhou, the first BYD-owned vessel exclusively transporting the company’s electric vehicles, arrived in the port of Lázaro Cárdenas in Michoacán, marked a milestone in international automotive logistics. A total of 3,503 units were unloaded at the port’s Specialized Automotive Terminal, operated by SSA México, underscoring the port's strate...

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gnificant and highly competitive and I believe that working with MEAA represents our best chance for success. In fact, this is just one of several trials we are currently running in the region, representing a total near-term market opportunity of over 18,000 vehicles across a range of transport and logistics companies,” said Paul McGlone, CEO of Seeing Machines. (Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America release on June 30, 2025)...

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CP AXTRA joins Rêver to deploy BYD e-van fleet for improved Last Mile Delivery in Thailand On June 25, 2025, CP AXTRA PCL, the company behind Thailand’s top wholesale and retail brands Makro - Lotus’s, announced a major step toward greener logistics through a partnership with Rêver Commercial Vehicles Co., Ltd., the official distributor of BYD electric vehicles in Thailand. As part of this collaboration, CP AXTRA will deploy around 300 BYD ...

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proximately 35 units per hour. Initial production will focus on compact urban EVs, including the VF 3, Minio Green, EC Van, and several upcoming models, targeting both domestic and international markets. Spanning 360,000 sqm, the plant houses key operations such as body welding, painting, assembly, logistics, and quality control. An additional 240,000 sqm is being developed for supporting facilities, with further expansion planned. Outfitted with...

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Ashok Leyland, India secures order for 200 trucks from Instant Transport Solution On June 27, Ashok Leyland announced that it has secured an order to supply 200 trucks to Instant Transport Solution Pvt Ltd (INSTANT & XP India), a logistics company operating in e-commerce, FCL, LCL, and 3PL segments. The first batch of 100 units, comprising 1,916 single-axle and 2,820 multi-axle haulage trucks, has already been delivered. Instant Transport Solutio...

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June 24–27 in Munich. MyCo series of six lightweight collaborative robots: designed to work safely with humans, they offer payloads from 3 kg to 15 kg and are ideal for businesses of any size, regardless of their automation level. MyMR series of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs): built for modern logistics and manufacturing needs. With payloads of 300 kg, 500 kg, and 1,500 kg, these robots are modular, adaptable to layout changes, and feature s...

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oduces commercial vehicles, minivans, and frame SUVs. Going forward, it will further strengthen the development and production of commercial vehicles, which is the origin of the company's foundation, and promote the development and production of next-generation commercial vans that will support the logistics business of the future. Toyota Auto Body press release...

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truck (HDT), with prices ranging from CNY 536,600 to CNY 616,600. Equipped with a GWM in-house developed chip-grade power system, dual motors, and a dedicated hybrid transmission, the G1050 delivers a maximum power of 1,050ps and a 15-25% reduction in fuel consumption for significantly lower trunk logistics transportation costs. To soon be launched is the G970 HDT for general freight and high-timeliness express delivery. To date, GWM has deploye...

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HASCO Vision, Covestro forge partnership for green supply chain HASCO Vision Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (HASCO Vision) signed a cooperation agreement with Covestro, a material manufacturer, for a green supply chain. Under the agreement, the two companies will, based on HASCO Vision’s primary logistics operations in and around Shanghai, explore a range of innovative areas. For technology application, the two companies will jointly test and ...

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