Stellantis to delve into performance marketing again with SRT brand return On July 2, Stellantis announced that Tim Kuniskis had been appointed head of American brands and North America marketing and retail strategy, reporting to Antonio Filosa, Stellantis CEO and chief operating officer, North America & American brands.  Stellantis also announced the return of its iconic performance division, Street and Racing Technology (SRT), under the leader...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

XPeng commences first EV production outside China at PT HIM’s Purwakarta plant, Indonesia On July 1, 2025, Erajaya Active Lifestyle, in partnership with XPeng, officially commenced the local assembly of XPeng’s first electric vehicle outside China, as shared through social media updates by the Head of Corporate and Marketing Communication at Erajaya Group. The milestone was marked by a Line-Off Ceremony at the PT Handal Indonesia Motor (HIM) ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/03

T. Crafted to fit urban and active lifestyles, the all-new 2026 CX-5 is intended for both life-long customers and those new to Mazda. Mazda included teaser shots of the new CX-5 side view in its release. Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Colombia.  (Mazda USA release on July 1, 202...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

on-highway and vocational use; up to 450 hp with 1,250 lb.-ft. of torque for fire service vehicles. “For customers who prefer an AMT (automated manual transmission) over an automatic option, the TX-12 PRO is the solution,” said Kevin Haygood, Kenworth’s assistant general manager for sales and marketing. For those applications requiring a PTO, The TX-12 PRO is available with dual openings – a bottom mount 8-bolt and 4-bolt rear mount for a...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

ASK Automotive, India to form JV with Germany’s TDH for sunroof control cables On June 25, ASK Automotive Limited announced that its Board of Directors has approved entering a joint venture with T.D. Holding GMBH (TDH) for the manufacture, marketing, and sale of sunroof control cables and/or helix cables for passenger vehicles.  As part of the arrangement, ASK Automotive will hold a 49% stake in the JV and will invest up to INR 24.5 million i...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

s contracts missing key details such as delivery date, time frame, location, and information on credit-based payments. Requesting payments from consumers before the end of the legal withdrawal period when using assigned credit. Failing to provide valid receipts for partial cash payments. Misleading marketing claims about the fully autonomous driving capabilities of its vehicles, the availability of certain features, and trade-in offers. Delays in...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

n in its subsidiary MLR Auto Limited. The investment was part of a rights issue, and with other existing shareholders not participating, GEML’s stake in MLR increased from 51% to 67.41%. The transaction was completed on June 19, 2025. MLR Auto is engaged in the design, development, manufacturing, marketing, and sale of L5 category three-wheeler vehicles powered by diesel, gasoline, CNG, and electric variants, as defined by the Automotive Resear...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20

tensity for optimal visibility, activates low beams in dim light conditions, prevents windshield fogging, and measures solar radiation for cabin comfort adjustments. It also enhances head-up display contrast by providing clear driver information with brightness control. (Based on Valeo homepage and Marketing & Communication Manager social media updates)...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

measures which will steadily promote the realization of these three pillars. The four priority measures are as follows: Sales Network Reform: Ten cities are selected as priority markets, including Tokyo and Osaka, where investments will be made intensively to develop new-generation stores. Execute marketing investments focusing on Mazda brand Development of mechanism/system to instill brand value in stores Establish a new company to improve effi...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

Hyundai Motor Malaysia officially launched, unveils local manufacturing and growth plans Announced on June 18, 2025, the official establishment of Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) marks the brand’s direct entry into the market, transitioning from a distributor-led model under Sime Motors to a principal-led approach. Hyundai will now oversee brand, marketing, sales, and customer experience through a growing local team based at its new HQ in Kuala Lu...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

automatically generates high-quality wallpapers that self-adjust the light, shadow, and tone over time. Also available are AI chatting services, which, in conjunction with an intelligent speech interaction system, provide users with emotional companionship and psychological healing experiences. For marketing services, the Qwen large model manages the quality of the text converted from the conversations between customer service staff and customers...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

Hamburg, Germany, marking its entry into the European Union market. As part of its European expansion, JBM EV has partnered with KazenMaier as its preferred German leasing partner. JBM also established its European headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany. This new hub will serve as the base for JBM’s marketing, sales, after-sales, operations, and partnerships in the EU. Based on JBM Electric Vehicles Europe's press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/16

e in the newly formed venture with an investment in the agreed shareholding ratio of 60:40. Toyodenso will provide the JV with exclusive rights to certain proprietary technologies and technical know-how. The JV will provide end-to-end solutions, including the design, development, manufacturing, and marketing of automotive switches for two-wheelers, passenger cars, and other automotive segments. It will build a greenfield plant in Noida, Uttar Pra...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/11

ems and the importance of independent safety evaluations. In contrast, Tesla Model S (with 30%), Volvo EX30 (with 62%), and MG ZS (with 65%) received only a ‘Moderate’ rating due to key weaknesses in how their systems work. Tesla’s Autopilot system in the Model S was downgraded for misleading marketing and poor driver support, even though it scored 94% for safety backup. Volvo’s EX30 had similar problems. Its alerts are only visible on a ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

ania created the Ventures and New Business (VNB) unit. The focus is on supporting its core business with ventures tied to sustainability, electrification, and autonomy. Startups such as LOTS, JUNA, and Erinion were launched through VNB. These ventures get support in areas such as leadership, legal, marketing, and business development. They operate independently but follow Scania’s overall strategy. VNB focuses on three key areas with strong gro...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

politan cities, including Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Delhi, and Pune, with plans to expand to other regions as operations scale. Wardwizard will lease the scooters to XiCon and ensure uptime assurance for all vehicles. XiCon will manage vehicle allocation, third-party delivery tie-ups, app development, and marketing initiatives. Based on Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility Ltd. press release  ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

f Nissan Aguascalientes, confirmed that Nissan's A2 plant in Mexico is preparing to add a second vehicle to its production line. Ruíz Sánchez emphasized there have been no layoffs and production targets remain stable. She stated the plant is ready to begin manufacturing a new model, pending final marketing and commercial decisions. While Nissan hasn’t officially disclosed the new model, speculation points to the Nissan Magnite as a likely can...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23

ology jobs will take longer to move. The company has not yet finalized a site for the Atlanta R&D center but is considering locations near its current Sandy Springs headquarters. “The consolidation is a logical step for us to better serve our customers and leverage synergies by co-locating sales, marketing, financial services and technical teams in Metro Atlanta,” Mercedes-Benz North America CEO Jason Hoff said. About one-third of the 500 job...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23

BYD, CAR forge strategic partnership for NEV rental On May 20, BYD signed a strategic cooperation agreement on summer 2025 vehicle procurement with CAR Inc. (CAR) in Shenzhen. The two companies will conduct comprehensive cooperation in areas such as vehicle procurement and operations, marketing and brand linkage, V2X (Vehicle to Everything) technology collaboration, used vehicle operations, and market services by means such as continuously expand...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/22

ad, has signed a Joint Venture cum Shareholders Agreement (JVSA) with China-based Nanjing Chuhang Technology Co., Ltd. (NCT). The agreement paves the way for the establishment of a new private limited joint venture company (JVC) in Malaysia. The JVC will focus on the development, manufacturing, and marketing of automotive millimeter-wave radar sensors for Advanced Driving Assistance Systems (ADAS) and automated driving applications. Its operation...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/22