Hyundai launches new generation Kona model in Brazil On May 26, Hyundai officially launched the new generation of the Kona Hybrid SUV in Brazil, with sales starting June 5. Offered in Ultimate and Signature trims, the fully hybrid model features a 1.6-liter gasoline engine combined with an electric motor, delivering 141 hp and 27 kgfm of torque. It achieves up to 18.4 km/l in city driving and 16 km/l on highways. Both versions come with a six-spe...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

BMW introduces major updates across models for summer 2025 On May 28, BMW announced that it is rolling out updates across its lineup, including improvements in electric drive technology, digital features, and standard equipment starting summer 2025. BMW X1, X2, and 2 Series Active Tourer will get new exterior and interior options. The BMW 1 Series and 2 Series Gran Coupé will come standard with heated front seats and an alarm system. BMW i4 will...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

RIZON expands all-electric truck sales in Canada On May 23, RIZON Trucks announced that the city of Colwood has become the first municipality on Vancouver Island to deploy a RIZON all-electric truck, a Class 4 medium-duty e16M model, marking a significant step in its commitment to sustainable operations. The delivery caps a busy month for RIZON, which also completed truck handovers in Vancouver and Quebec. RIZON Truck Canada launched in Canada in...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/24

Nissan planning to manufacture new model in Mexico On May 21, Verenisse Ruíz Sánchez, head of the CATEM union of 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. W...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23

bZ5 electric SUV rolls off production line at FAW Toyota NEV Plant On May 16, FAW Group announced the roll-off of the bZ5 intelligent electric SUV, an FAW Toyota locally developed key model, at the FAW Toyota NEV Plant. The bZ5 is equipped with: a 1.44-square-meter panoramic glass sunroof with Low-E and Ag2 coatings, offering ultraviolet and infrared ray isolation rates of 99.98% and 99.3%, respectively; the Toyota Space intelligent cockpit with ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/22

Mitsubishi Fuso Rosa microbus receives update meeting new fuel efficiency standards in Japan On May 19, Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) announced an update on Rosa microbus, which meets the 2025 heavy duty vehicle fuel efficiency standards in Japan. Dealership will start receiving the updated model starting from May. Updated Rosa will be available in short body, long body, and super long body on 2WD model, while 4WD model will h...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/19

Subaru considers U.S. production amid tariffs, changing markets On May 14, while delivering financial results for the recent fiscal year, Subaru CEO Atsushi Osaki, said the company expects a USD 2.5 billion impact from U.S. tariffs in the current fiscal year if it does not take any mitigation steps. The company is now considering ways to ramp up output of U.S.-made vehicles. Subaru’s plant in Lafayette, Indiana, produced over 345,000 vehicles i...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/17

Toyota’s restyled 2026 bZ electric SUV adds range, exterior updates On May 13, Toyota announced its 2026 bZ Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). For model year 2026, the model makes advancements in range, output, charging performance, restyled exterior with front-end design changes to fascia and lighting, and slimmer dash board inside. The model also receives a name change, switching from the Toyota bZ4X to the Toyota bZ, simplifying the name for c...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/14

Tesla cancels plan for Cybertruck Range Extender battery Tesla has cancelled plans for the Cybertruck’s USD 16,000 Range Extender battery that it had collected USD 2,000 deposits on. In early May, Tesla began informing Cybertruck owners via email that: “We are no longer planning to sell the Range Extender for Cybertruck. As a result, we will be refunding your deposit in full. The amount will be returned to the original payment method used for...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/10

ISUZU South Africa launches 2025 MU-X SUV range, Introduces new ONYX XT 4X4 model On May 5, ISUZU Motors South Africa launched the latest version of the MU-X SUV. The line-up now also includes a new top-tier model, the 3.0-litre 4x4 ONYX XT, adding extra exclusivity to the range. The 2025 ISUZU MU-X range is available with prices starting at ZAR 752,300. The ISUZU MU-X comes with two turbodiesel engine options paired with six-speed automatic tra...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/06

U POWER and partners launch Southeast Asia’s first battery-swap taxi fleet in Phuket, Thailand Announced on May 6, 2025, U POWER Limited (NASDAQ: UCAR) and global partners including UNEX EV, AUTO DRIVE, and Sumitomo Corporation Leasing launched Southeast Asia’s first battery-swap taxi fleet in Phuket, Thailand, on April 30. The initial rollout includes 21 UNEX EV-MG taxis, marking a major step in Thailand’s push for green and low-carbon tra...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/06

Faraday Future signs B2B pre-order for 1,000 units of FX Super One in U.S. On April 30, Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. announced that it has signed the first binding business-to-business (B2B) pre-order agreement, with a non-refundable deposit and a non-binding reservation for 1,000 units of its new FX model, the Super One MPV (multi-purpose vehicle). The pre-order was placed by New York City-based automotive dealership, 129 Auto Sales ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/01

Bosch wins first China order for high-performance computer and brake-by-wire system At the Auto Shanghai 2025, Robert Bosch GmbH (Bosch) announced that it has received its first order in China for a high-performance computer, which will be used to create an AI cockpit. Production of this cockpit vehicle computer will start in 2025 with a six-digit number of units. This system will be installed in various models of a vehicle manufacturer in China....

News  Updated at: 2025/04/28

Citroën unveils 2025 C4 ‘Collection’ Edition with hybrid and extended-range electric options On April 22, Citroën unveiled a new 2025 ‘Collection’ edition of the C4 model, offering a more dynamic and better-equipped version based on the popular PLUS trim. The limited-edition C4 will be available with two powertrains: a 145 bhp hybrid and a 156 bhp electric version with a 415 km range. The hybrid model combines a 1.2L 3-cylinder gasoline...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

Auto Shanghai 2025: Hyundai Mobis to exhibit AR-HUD and sound demo car Hyundai Mobis Ltd. (Hyundai Mobis) announced that it will participate in Auto Shanghai 2025 from April 23 through May 2. At the exhibition, the company will operate the booth as a private space, exclusively for local automakers and global customers, and unveil new locally specialized technologies: augmented reality head-up display (AR-HUD) and a sound demo car. The AR-HUD is a...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

VW adds 2026 Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo as top trim level in U.S. On April 16, Volkswagen of America unveiled the all-new 2026 Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo, which will join the new-for-2025 Tiguan product line up as the nameplate’s top trim beginning in model year 2026.  The Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo features a more powerful version of the EA888 evo5 turbocharged four-cylinder 2.0-liter TSI engine that powers the rest of the Tiguan range. The engine mak...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Hyundai debuts all-new 2026 Palisade SUV at New York International Auto Show On April 16, Hyundai’s all-new 2026 Palisade three-row SUV made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show. This new-generation flagship now has a new XRT PRO model, with one more inch of ground clearance and more off-road-capable hardware- and software-level enhancements than any previous Hyundai. With a 1.6 inch shorter front overhang, the new P...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Audi unveils latest generation A6 sedan model On April 15, Audi unveiled the latest generation business sedan A6, which combines sleek design, top aerodynamics (Cd value of 0.23), and premium comfort. The model is built on the Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), and features the E3 1.2 electronics system for modern connectivity and digital functions. It will be produced in the Neckarsulm plant, Germany, and sold globally. The dimensions are 4,990 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/16

Leapmotor launches B10 electric SUV On April 10, Leapmotor launched the B10 compact battery electric SUV. The model is available in five variants, with prices ranging from CNY 99,800 to CNY 129,800. Adopting a global aesthetic exterior design concept, the B10 incorporates a sense of power and dynamism into front fascia design. The model features wing-styled light clusters and sporty wheel hubs, while offering seven body color schemes. It measures...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/16

Volkswagen Poznań hit 275,000 vehicle milestone in 2024 On April 9, Volkswagen Poznań produced nearly 275,000 vehicles in 2024 i.e. about 25,000 more than in 2023. The Antoninek plant built over 114,000 vehicles in 2024, up 30% from 86,500 in 2023. The Września plant set a new record with more than 103,000 vehicles produced, thanks to strong demand for the updated Crafter model, launched in June 2024. About 75,000 Crafters were made, including...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14