Leapmotor’s global deliveries increase 81% in May On June 1, it was announced that Leapmotor reached a new monthly delivery record in May with 81,569 vehicles (domestic and export deliveries), representing an increase of 81% compared to May 2025 and a 14.3% rise versus April. Year-to-date deliveries totaled 263,111 units, up 51.5% year-on-year, reinforcing the brand’s sustained expansion. The performance builds on previous momentum and reflec...

News  Updated at: 2026/06/02

DMP to accelerate overseas expansion and data provision for AI Dynamic Map Platform Co., Ltd. (DMP), a provider of high-definition 3D maps (HD maps), is accelerating its overseas expansion and AI-focused data services business. While continuing to develop HD maps for automobiles, the company is positioning its “Data for AI” business—which provides spatial data for AI training and simulation purposes—as a new growth driver, aiming to expan...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/27

Auto China 2026: AUMOVIO deepens collaboration with Leapmotor, shares updates on its local partnerships in China AUMOVIO SE announced at Auto China 2026 a further deepening of its partnership with Leapmotor to support the automaker's globalization strategy and the high-quality development of its overseas business. AUMOVIO will support Leapmotor's overseas expansion through its global engineering service network, multi-regional regulatory certific...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/18

Changan Group presents updated Vast Ocean Plan 2.0, focusing on Middle East and Africa region On May 13, Changan Group announced that it recently unveiled its updated Vast Ocean Plan 2.0 at Auto China 2026, for global expansion. Changan plans a long-term commitment to international markets with the Middle East and Africa (MEA) explicitly named as one of its five priority regions. In 2025, Changan recorded 637,000 overseas sales, up 18.9% YoY. Loo...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

NRB Bearings, India approves INR 400 million land acquisition for capacity expansion On May 8, 2026, NRB Bearings Limited announced the approval of a land parcel acquisition of up to INR 400 million to support capacity expansion. The land acquisition is part of a broader capacity addition plan expected to add 17–25% higher volumes across various product families, depending on product mix, starting from FY 2027 (April-March). The expansion is dr...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/08

pendent sub-brands including Trumpchi, Aion, Hyptec, and the new premium brand Aistaland, unveiling five new models as well as a new logo for the Aion brand. At the event, GAC outlined its strategy of “systematic globalization” and presented three strategic pathways and four key pillars for its overseas expansion. The group targets overseas sales of 250,000 to 300,000 units in 2026 and aims to expand into 120 countries and regions by 2030, wi...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/06

LUXEED reveals global market expansion plan On May 2, LUXEED, an electric vehicle brand in China jointly developed by Chery Automobile and Huawei, announced that it had invited 300 key dealers from more than a dozen countries and regions across Europe, right-hand-drive markets, and the Middle East to explore LUXEED’s upcoming product portfolio and discuss new opportunities for the brand’s global development. LUXEED’s future range will inclu...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/04

[Exclusive Interview] AAPICO’s strategy vision and developments for EV in Thai market Demand for Electric Vehicles (EVs) is increasing rapidly in the ASEAN market, especially in Thailand, driven by the expansion of Chinese OEMs. In an exclusive interview, Mr. Viroj Patcharawattanakul, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of AAPICO Hitech Public Co., Ltd. (AAPICO), shared how the company is leveraging its core competencies to remain competitive and evo...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/30

PICO Hitech (AH) signals a stronger H2 2026 outlook, supported by revenue recognition from new automotive parts contracts and improvements across other business segments. The company targets 1–3% revenue growth in 2026, driven by expanding parts orders and dealership contributions in Thailand and overseas. Higher oil prices linked to Middle East tensions are also expected to support EV demand, potentially benefiting AH’s EV-related parts busi...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/28

enefit from strong electrification momentum in Europe. In 2026, Renault Group plans to expand its product lineup with models such as the new Renault Clio, Renault Twingo E-Tech Electric, a new A-segment electric Dacia, Dacia Striker, and Alpine A390. Outside Europe, Renault Boreal will continue its expansion in Latin America and Turkiye, Renault Duster in India, Renault Filante in South Korea and overseas markets, and a new Renault pick-up in Lat...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

BIMS 2026: GWM HYDROGEN-FTXT presented in Thailand, plans ASEAN expansion Announced on April 3, 2026, GWM HYDROGEN-FTXT (FTXT Energy Technology Co., Ltd.) was presented at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show, marking its entry into Thailand and the wider Southeast Asian market. At its booth, GWM HYDROGEN-FTXT showcased its in-house 120 kW hydrogen fuel cell system, designed for commercial vehicle applications such as trucks and logistics fl...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/07

Geely Auto establishes Geely Tech Europe to strengthen global R&D expansion On March 26, Geely Auto Group announced the establishment of Geely Technology Europe (Geely Tech Europe) as part of its strategy to accelerate global expansion. The company has created a unified R&D hub under a single identity by integrating its key engineering centers in Gothenburg, Sweden and Frankfurt, Germany. Geely Tech Europe (GTE) will work closely with the Geely R...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

BIMS 2026: GAC outlines Thailand strategy; GAC CARE debuts overseas Announced on March 25, 2026, GAC outlined a new phase for its Thailand operations at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show, presenting the upgraded “Thailand Action 2.0” strategy. The plan positions Thailand not just as a sales market, but as a future regional export hub, supported by continued model rollouts from 2026 and deeper localization. GAC also launched GAC CARE, ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

trengthen its competitiveness. Q2. While conducting automotive-related business globally in 13 countries, which markets (countries) are considered important, and what are the strategies? TPR views its domestic and international networks and technological capabilities as the foundation of its global expansion. By combining strong relationships with Japanese OEMs and local partners in each region, the company has built a system capable of respondin...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

VinFast revives U.S. plans for North Carolina production, now in 2028 On March 16, on the company’s Q4 2025 earnings call, VinFast Auto Chairwoman Le Thi Thu Thuy framed 2026 priorities around scale, cost optimization, overseas capacity expansion, and greater integration of AI across vehicles and factories. VinFast confirmed that it now expects to resume construction of its North Carolina factory in 2026 and is targeting start of production in ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

battery offering up to 480 km of range (NEDC), and a range-extended EV (REEV) combining a 31.9 kWh battery with a 1.5-liter gasoline engine, delivering a total driving range of up to 1,100 km. Dongfeng Forthing aims to establish Thailand as a key Southeast Asian market and a strategic base for its overseas expansion, with potential plans to expand local production in the future. (From Forthing Global social media updates and an article of MGR On...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

AITO, China partners with Performance Plus Motors to expand presence in UAE On February 6, AITO, China’s luxury intelligent vehicle brand, signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Performance Plus Motors, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Motors and a luxury automotive dealer group in the United Arab Emirates, highlighting AITO’s expansion into overseas luxury new energy vehicle markets. This partnership will create strong mutual benefits and en...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/09

Eco & Dream reveals strategy for precursor development and business expansion Several South Korean media sources reported that Eco & Dream Co., Ltd. announced its strategy for the development and business expansion for its precursor products. In addition to enhancing the value of its existing precursor products, the South Korean company will focus on developing lithium-manganese-rich (LMR) and high-voltage middle-nickel (HVM) precursor products. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/30

Neolix, China, joins Autoware Foundation as premium member On January 7, Neolix Technologies announced its official accession to the Autoware Foundation as a Premium Member. This new membership marks a significant milestone for both Neolix's global strategic expansion and the advancement of open-source autonomous driving solutions. Neolix is a leading provider of L4 autonomous delivery (RoboVan) solutions worldwide. As one of the autonomous drivi...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/07

.9% share), Gotion (up 77.8% to 44.9 GWh, 4.3% share).  SNE Research views the current situation and outlook as follows. By the end of 2025, the global electric vehicle (EV) battery market continued to grow, but the center of gravity of that growth became increasingly concentrated in China. As the expansion of domestic adoption and price competition progressed simultaneously within China, an LFP-centered trend spread globally, while Chinese batt...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/07