Stellantis partners with Pony.ai, China to launch level 4 robotaxi trials in Europe from 2026 On October 17, Stellantis signed a non-binding MoU with Pony.ai, China to speed up the development of robotaxi solutions in Europe. Through Pony.ai’s European division in Luxembourg, the partnership will combine Pony.ai’s autonomous driving software with Stellantis’ AV-Ready BEV (K0) platform for medium vans, creating safe and scalable urban mobili...

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ng innovator in connected car technology in India, and Cortus, a global fabless semiconductor leader specializing in RISC-V chips and AI inference chiplets, announced a collaboration to jointly develop next-generation electronic automotive and consumer solutions tailored for the Indian market. This partnership aims to redefine the future of automotive and software-defined vehicle (SDV) technologies by integrating Cortus' RISC-V automotive chips a...

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CCAG, JD forge strategic partnership On October 15, China Changan Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (CCAG) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with JD.com, Inc. (JD) in Beijing to explore the establishment of intelligent hardware and operating systems for urban logistics vehicles and work on the design, development, and production of intelligent driverless New Energy Vehicles. CCAG’s Avatr, Deepal, Nevo, Changan Auto (Chongqing Changan Automobile...

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OPmobility supports Chery in its international expansion OPmobility SE (formerly Plastic Omnium) has signed a global cooperation letter of intent with Chery Automobiles Co. Ltd., a leading Chinese automaker, to support Chery’s international expansion by leveraging OPmobility’s global R&D and production footprint. The long-term partnership aligns with OPmobility’s geographic diversification strategy and includes two new contracts to supply C...

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cludes 50 170S28 buses, 17 170G21 models equipped with ramps for reduced-mobility passengers, and 10 10-190 units with wheelchair access. The CNG buses will be the first to operate in Paraná, representing a milestone in the city’s transition toward cleaner mobility. The agreement, carried out in partnership with the official dealer Overbus, is part of a public tender aimed at modernizing the city’s public transport system with both diesel an...

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Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vans enter DHL Express electric fleet in U.S. On October 16, DHL Express announced the rollout of 45 new all-electric, zero-emission Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vans into its U.S. pickup and delivery fleet. This signifies the first U.S. expansion of the global partnership, with more than 10,000 eSprinters now integrated into DHL's fleet. All vehicles are expected to be delivered by the end of October 2025, and will be deployed...

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chain from production and manufacturing to service experience to make a one-stop vehicle purchase experience available to users. GAC Group will leverage in-house developed technologies to strike a balance between the appearance, safety, range, and pricing of the cooperative vehicle model. For this partnership, it is reported that JD is not directly involved in manufacturing, but mainly provides consumption insights and exclusive sales services f...

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hargeHere EV Solution Sdn. Bhd. for MYR 2,006,528. Located in key Klang Valley areas such as North Kiara, Setia Eco Park, and Titiwangsa, the chargers are already operational and generating revenue through existing service agreements with property owners. The acquisition strengthens Meta Bright’s partnership with ChargeHere, Malaysia’s largest charging point operator, which manages over 1,193 chargers across 473 sites under the ChargeSini bra...

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GWM HYDROGEN FTXT makes alliance for research and testing of heavy-duty vehicles in Brazil On October 9, GWM HYDROGEN FTXT announced a partnership with the Instituto de Pesquisas Tecnológicas to conduct joint testing and research on hydrogen technology for heavy-duty vehicles. Under the agreement, IPT’s scientific expertise and GWM HYDROGEN FTXT’s leadership in hydrogen fuel cell systems will be combined to accelerate the safe and reliable c...

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n Dubai, UAE, with several engineering offices in Egypt, BrightDrive develops Level 4 autonomous driving systems, covering both software and hardware. As part of their membership, BrightDrive will deploy Autoware’s Vision AI models on its QuantumDrive Zonal Controller and middleware platform. The partnership will also include joint marketing and go-to-market initiatives with the Autoware Foundation to engage automotive OEMs and showcase results...

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Karwa Motors, Oman, and Daimler Truck Middle East Africa sign strategic partnership On October 14, Daimler Truck Middle East Africa announced that it had signed a strategic partnership agreement with Karwa Motors LLC during Busworld Europe 2025. The agreement designates Karwa Motors as an official Daimler Buses Approved Builder, formalizing a direct supply arrangement for Mercedes-Benz bus chassis for both domestic operations in Oman and export t...

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Vector’s vCharM powers new fast-charging hub at Zuffenhausen train station in Germany Vector Informatik GmbH (Vector) has provided its vCharM charging and energy management software for Stuttgart’s newest fast-charging hub at Zuffenhausen train station in Germany. This project was carried out in partnership with Stadtwerke Stuttgart GmbH, municipal energy supplier, and ADS-TEC Energy PLC (ADSE), a leader in battery-based storage and ultra-fas...

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DeepWay, StarCharge forge strategic partnership for heavy-duty truck charging operations outside of China On October 11, DeepWay announced the recent signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with StarCharge in Hefei for the launch of a solution combining “automotive technologies and energy replenishment” in markets outside of China. In terms of the specific solution, DeepWay heavy-duty trucks deliver a one-way range of over 400km and come...

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SHIG, SD-Gold forge strategic partnership On October 11, Shandong Heavy Industry Group Co., Ltd. (SHIG) signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Shandong Gold Group Co., Ltd. (SD-Gold) in Jinan. Under the agreement, the two companies will cooperate in areas such as R&D and application of mining equipment, green logistics transportation, and sharing of global resources to promote the high-end, intelligent, and green transformation of the indu...

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P rating and offers Level 2 driver assistance with adaptive cruise control, lane centering, blind-spot and cross-path detection, and semi-automatic parking. The revised lineup now consists of Tonale, Sprint, Ti, and Veloce trims while the Milano Cortina 2026 launch edition celebrates Alfa Romeo’s partnership with the Olympic Games with exclusive interior finishes and design accents. (Stellantis press release on October 14, 2025)...

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Niron Magnetics, Minnesota government join to advance Sartell plant for Nitride magnets On October 14, Niron Magnetics, pioneering the world’s first high-performance, rare-earth-free permanent magnets made from Iron Nitride, and the Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation (GSDC) in Minnesota, announced a partnership to highlight the project’s regional economic impact. This follows the recent groundbreaking of Niron Magnetics’ new 190,000-...

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Stellantis partners with ADIO and AD Ports Group to advance Abu Dhabi’s Automotive Sector Programme On October 14, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and AD Ports Group announced its partnership with Stellantis to build a complete automotive ecosystem in Abu Dhabi. The deal supports Abu Dhabi’s Automotive Sector Programme and strengthens its position as a global center for innovation, mobility, and trade. Together, the partners will incre...

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Hero MotoCorp, India launches in Italy with Pelpi International partnership On October 13, 2025, Hero MotoCorp announced its entry into Italy through a partnership with Pelpi International. Its initial distribution will focus on 36 dealerships across key Italian cities, with plans to expand to 54. The company will offer three Euro 5+ compliant models: Hunk 440, Xpulse 200 4V, and Xpulse 200 4V Pro. The Hunk 440 is priced at EUR 3,990, while the X...

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Sterling Gtake, India rebrands as Sterling E-Mobility Solutions Limited On October 14, 2025, Sterling Tools Limited (STL) announced the rebranding of its subsidiary, Sterling Gtake, as Sterling E-Mobility Solutions Limited, reflecting its expanded scope as a comprehensive provider of electric vehicle (EV) powertrains and power electronics. The company’s exclusive partnership with Gtake Electric for motor controllers remains unchanged, and Sterl...

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he bus and utility vehicle manufacturing sector, such as fire trucks and heavy vehicles.  Founded in 2017, Karwa Motors is a strategic investment initiative by the State of Qatar and the Sultanate of Oman to set up a bus assembly plant in Duqm, Sultanate of Oman. The Minister welcomed the proposed partnership project, emphasizing that Algeria seeks to establish a genuine industrial investment and localize it locally. He affirmed the Ministry's f...

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