the coming weeks, with customer deliveries beginning after the summer break. Inside, it features a larger 10.25-inch digital cockpit, a new steering wheel with physical buttons, and an Android-based infotainment system. It also has smart climate control with new electric air vents and a 12-speaker premium sound system by Sennheiser. Drivers can use the Mobile Device Key to unlock, start, and share access to the car with a smartphone. Up to four ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

Audi to unveil A2 e-tron as entry-level EV in fall 2026 and plans major 2026 lineup update On March 17, Audi announced that it will unveil the all-new A2 e-tron in the fall 2026. The compact, all-electric entry-level car made in the Ingolstadt plant, Germany is designed to make premium electric vehicles (EVs) more accessible. A design sketch has already shown its basic shape. Audi A2 e-tron is aimed at global customers who want a practical, effic...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

BMW i3 sets new standard with 360° sustainability approach On March 16, BMW announced that it is using a full 360° sustainability approach for BMW i3, focusing on reducing emissions throughout the entire life cycle starting from design and production to use and recycling. BMW i3 50 xDrive can produce fewer carbon emissions than a similar gasoline or diesel car within just 1–2 years, depending on how it is used and charged. BMW follows the “...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

VW Group to cut 50,000 jobs in Germany by 2030 On March 10, VW Group announced its plans to cut about 50,000 jobs in Germany by 2030 to reduce costs during its presentation of its 2025 annual results. The job cuts will affect brands including VW, Audi, Porsche, and CARIAD. As part of this plan, the Group will also reduce annual production capacity of 700,000 units. VW Group said the Middle East conflict is not affecting its supply chain, but it c...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

Acconeer, Sweden, to supply kick sensor solutions to Japanese OEM On March 3, Acconeer announced that it will supply an A121 Pulsed Coherent Radar sensor to a premium Japanese car manufacturer. It will power the kick sensor solution of the truck of the car. With exceptional accuracy, Acconeer’s A121 radar sensor delivers seamless and reliable trunk access, eliminating false triggers from passing pedestrians or nearby objects.  Based on Acconee...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

Jaecoo J5 2WD SUV launched in Malaysia Announced on March 5, 2026, Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia unveiled the Jaecoo J5, a compact premium crossover in the B-segment marketed as the brand’s “Urban Explorer.” In Malaysia, the front-wheel-drive Jaecoo J5 2WD starts from RM108,000. Dimensionally, the crossover measures (LWH) 4,380x 1,860x 1,650 mm, with a wheelbase of 2,620 mm. The model is equipped with a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/09

Sojitz acquires Jaguar Land Rover’s Dealer in Brazil, responding to growing premium car market Sojitz Corporation (Sojitz) announced on March 3 that it would enter the Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) dealership business in Brazil. On the same day, it acquired all shares in Premier Veiculos S.A. (Premier Veiculos), a local dealer, thereby making it a consolidated subsidiary. So far, the company has operated a retail business for BMW and Audi in Brazil. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/04

SEAT to unveil new CUPRA Born on March 5 On February 26, SEAT announced that it would reveal the new CUPRA Born on March 5, 2026. The updated model features the brand’s latest design, including triangular Matrix LED headlights and a glowing rear logo. The new CUPRA Born, the brand’s first fully electric car, has a sharper look and upgraded technology. It also offers a redesigned interior with better quality and a more premium feel. Based on ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/27

Lepas enters South Africa with L4 SUV On February 13, Lepas marked its entry into the South Africa market as the first LEPAS L4 SUVs arrived in the country. The brand celebrated the milestone at the Transnet Port Terminals, Durban Car Terminal, highlighting its readiness to begin customer deliveries nationwide. The LEPAS L4 is built on the brand’s advanced LEX platform, designed to combine safety, performance, and intelligent technology. It als...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/16

Genesis enters French market with three electric models On February 12, Genesis, South Korean premium car brand, announced its launch in France. The company plans to continue expanding in Europe, with Netherlands and Spain to follow later this year. At launch, Genesis will sell three fully electric models i.e., GV60 (a compact luxury SUV), Electrified GV70 SUV, and Electrified G80 sedan, which is the brand’s most well-equipped model in Europe. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/13

ADM sign agreement with GWM to distribute and assemble Tank brand cars in Uzbekistan On February 9, the ADM group of companies and the Great Wall Motor (GWM) signed an agreement to distribute the TANK automobile brand in Uzbekistan. The company will also start local car assembly at the ADM Jizzakh plant, which is part of the ADM group. It will also establish a dealer network for TANK cars in Uzbekistan. GWM TANK is a premium SUV brand.  The entr...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11

le offering greater everyday usability. The ORA 5 SUV rides on GWM’s latest global ONE Platform, which accommodates a wide range of powertrains, including hybrid, plug-in hybrid, battery electric, fuel cell, and internal combustion options. The ORA 5 SUV also features Coffee OS 3.0, the brand’s premium in-car operating system. (From GWM Thailand press release dated February 10, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11

Valeo wins major in-vehicle lighting contract from premium global automaker Valeo Group (Valeo) has secured a major program for car interior lighting solutions from a premium global automaker. The solution integrates lighting and electronics into a single smart structure. It will enter Valeo’s new automated high-volume production line utilizing TactoTek’s In-Mold Structural Electronics (IMSE) technology. This contract brings Valeo’s order i...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/21

GlobalData blog: The ADAS endgame: Global outlook for Autonomous Vehicles Overall, the autonomous driving endgame is shaping up less like a sudden leap to fully driverless cars and more like a long, uneven climb. Autonomous driving has come a long way since Tesla debuted Autopilot on its Model S in 2014. Today, companies invested in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are navigating a game of hardware costs, software maturity, and regulatio...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/19

ssion Vehicles) and low emission vehicles among fleets (non-private acquisitions) will be required. These targets appear to be country-specific and are significant, with German fleets, for example needing to achieve >50% ZEVs by 2030. The rules will only apply to large companies. Removal of company car incentives for non-ZEVs. A softening of the 2030 CO2 reduction target (versus 2021 levels) for LCVs from 50% to 40% to reflect the challenging tra...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/14

nt of future E/E architectures. It combines an all-electronic fuse (eFuse) with an integrated circuit (IC) and intelligent control software. FORVIA HELLA will assume responsibility for iConF technology, including the development of the application software and electronic fuse systems. ADI will take care of the eFuse IC, particularly in the architecture of next-generation electronic fuses and the design of the underlying circuits. iConF is a key z...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/13

Cerence, US, sees strong customer adoption of Cerence xUI platform powered by NVIDIA AI On January 5, Cerence Inc. announced strong customer adoption of its hybrid, agentic AI platform, Cerence xUI, optimized with NVIDIA and running on Microsoft’s secure Azure cloud platform. Multiple premium global automakers have selected xUI on NVIDIA AI Enterprise to power their next-generation in-car assistants beginning in 2026. Cerence uses NVIDIA AI sup...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/12

CES 2026: Bosch unveils autonomous truck collaboration with Kodiak AI and new Radar Gen 7 Premium Robert Bosch GmbH announced a collaboration with Kodiak AI during CES 2026 to develop redundant platforms for driverless trucks. The platform integrates specialized hardware and software into standard trucks to enable autonomous driving capabilities. Bosch will supply various hardware components, including sensors and vehicle actuation components suc...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/07

CES 2026: Gentex to highlight new automotive tech, diversification strategy On January 6, Gentex Corporation announced it will showcase its product diversification strategy at CES 2026 by highlighting its advances in the smart home, access control, and premium audio industries. Gentex has been strategically diversifying its product portfolio, with recent acquisitions providing access to the premium audio, medical, biometrics, and smart home marke...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/07

smart to launch smart #2 and #6 in 2026 and enter new markets On January 5, smart announced that it will expand globally by entering its 40th market and will launch in more countries in 2026. The brand will also improve smartcare services to better support customers. smart’s 2026 product plan marks a new phase of growth. The launch of the smart #2 and smart #6 will expand the brand into new vehicle segments. smart #2, featuring a new two-seat c...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/06