ry associations to make Thailand a regional production base for EVs and key components while boosting employment and road safety. Discussions also included plans to manage end-of-life vehicles, establish a Road Accident Data Research and Analysis Institute (ITARDA), and implement electronic vehicle registration and certification systems to improve service efficiency and transparency. The ministry aims to position Thailand as a leader in clean mob...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/17

Vietnam’s government lowers costs for first-time vehicle registration amid slowing auto market On October 3, 2025, the Vietnamese Government issued Decision No. 1891/QĐ-TTg, effective September 3, 2025, to simplify administrative procedures under the Ministry of Public Security.  One of the main measures is a 30% reduction in fees for first-time vehicle registration and number plates when applications are submitted through the national public...

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o those in the US, China, and Singapore. Led by King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi, the researchers surveyed over 400 EV users and highlighted three main challenges: safety and lack of standardized regulations; slow and unclear after-sales processes, including claims, spare parts, and registration for modified vehicles; and financial instability from sudden price drops that devalue used cars and undermine consumer confidence. Unlike...

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ybrid, S-CNG, and ALLGRIP Select powertrains and features a 5-star safety rating. Customers can choose from 21 variants and ten colour options. Additionally, the Victoris can be acquired through Maruti Suzuki Subscribe, with monthly payments starting at INR 27,707, covering the cost of the vehicle, registration, maintenance, insurance, and roadside assistance. Based on the Maruti Suzuki India press release...

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cle Association of Thailand, and the Office of the Consumer Protection Board (OCPB) participated in the meeting. More than 300 complaints have been filed, covering issues such as delayed spare parts, faulty Conversion & Distribution Units (CDUs), slow dealer claim processing, insurance denials, and registration or refund delays. The Council’s proposals call for improved access to service centers, guaranteed long-term availability of spare parts...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/08

Aptera Motors files for proposed direct listing on Nasdaq On August 27, Aptera Motors Corp. announced it has publicly filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) relating to the proposed direct listing of its Class B common stock. The Company has applied to list its Class B common stock with The Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker symbol “SEV”. The proposed listing is expected to occur after...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/29

Suzuki Thailand set to launch all-new FRONX SUV, pre-registration now open On August 25, 2025, Suzuki Motor (Thailand) Co., Ltd. announced its plans to introduce the all-new Suzuki FRONX, a sporty SUV designed to suit diverse lifestyles.  The official premiere will take place on September 25, with exclusive offers available for customers who join the pre-registration program, running from August 25 to September 24. (From Suzuki Motor Thailand pr...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/27

SML Isuzu, India to rebrand as SML Mahindra Limited On August 19, SML Isuzu Limited announced that its board of directors had approved a proposal to change the company’s name to “SML Mahindra Limited,” following receipt of a name reservation from the Registrar of Companies (Central Registration Centre, Ministry of Corporate Affairs). The board also approved consequential amendments to the memorandum and articles of association to reflect th...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/20

ease, but formal talks only started on August 11, following two production pauses intended to rebuild safety stock of materials. Union sources stated that the company has yet to make a counteroffer, and that discussions will continue in Mexico City with the Federal Center for Conciliation and Labor Registration. The delay has fueled worker concerns that the timing may be deliberate, potentially aligning with the company’s need to halt operation...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/14

hicle-battery-station” ecosystem, breaking away from the traditional model of separation between automakers, battery plants, and battery swap stations; The JMC E Luda series battery-swappable light truck will become the first compliant model featuring “Chocolate Batteries” and complete public registration; and JMC light trucks completed automatic battery swap in 2.5 minutes in actual tests that have taken place in the Greater Bay Area. Fro...

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EIM, India receives CMVR type approval certificate for 55-ton electric tractor On August 6, Ravindra Energy Limited announced that its associate company, Energy In Motion Private Limited (EIM), has received the CMVR Type Approval Certificate (TAC) from the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), along with necessary approvals via the VAHAN portal, enabling commercial sale and registration of its 55-ton electric tractor – “Ashwa”. T...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/11

German passenger car sales up 11.1% in July, EV up 58.0%, PHV up 83.6% The number of July new passenger car registrations in Germany was 264,802 units, up 11.1% from the same month last year, and the total sales for the first seven months of 2025 was 1,667,591 units, down 2.5% from the same period last year, according to the figures released by the Germany Federal Motor Vehicle Office (KBA) on August 5. Looking at passenger car registrations by b...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/06

Indirect controlling shareholder of Changan Auto to change to CCAG On July 29, Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd. (Changan Auto) announced on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZSE) the recent completion of business registration procedures for the spin-off of China South Industries Group Corporation (CSGC) into a surviving company named China South Industries Group and a new company named China Changan Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (CCAG). On July 27...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/01

Thai EV Board eases compliance rules through EV3 and EV3.5 program revisions Announced on July 30, 2025, Thailand’s National EV Policy Committee approved changes to the EV3 and EV3.5 incentive schemes, giving automakers greater flexibility in meeting local production and registration requirements while reinforcing Thailand’s ambitions as a regional EV manufacturing base. A key revision allows each EV produced for export to count as 1.5 units ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/31

MVR) compliance certificates to VinFast India Private Limited for its electric car models VF6 Earth and VF6 Wind. The certification confirms that both models comply with Indian regulatory standards related to safety, emissions, and performance. This marks a key step toward the commercial launch and registration of VinFast’s EVs in the Indian market. Based on the ARAI social media update...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/25

models like the MG4 Electric, MG5 EV, MG HS, MG ZS, and MG3 series, as a flexible alternative to traditional car ownership or leasing. The FINN car subscription offers flexible mobility without the long-term commitment of buying or leasing. For a fixed monthly fee, it covers insurance, maintenance, registration, and even carbon offsetting, making it a simple and transparent option. Based on MG Motors press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

adjusters, spring pre-load tech, custom fork bolts, and development of thermometric and radiametric technologies. A new tech centre is also planned to support over 200 SMEs with advanced testing facilities. Endurance was granted 16 patents in FY2024-25 and filed 28 patent applications and 30 design registrations. As of March 31, 2025, it holds 91 patents, 68 registered designs, 83 pending patent applications, and 9 design registration application...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/22

r Neo, an upgraded version of its Racer electric scooter, priced at INR 52 thousand for the graphene variant and INR 63 thousand for the Lithium-ion version. The scooter falls under the low-speed electric vehicle category, powered by a 250W motor with a top speed of 25 km/h, requiring no license or registration. The Racer Neo is offered in two battery configurations: Graphene (60V, 32AH / 45AH) and Lithium-ion (60V, 24AH), delivering a certified ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/07

at Guangzhou’s Nansha Automobile Port, where 50 Aion V SUVs were loaded onto the Sui-Gang Auto 01 ro-ro ship for transportation to Hong Kong and, in the next few days, delivery to local users. In the past, it usually took nearly 14 working days to complete the customs clearance and license plate registration procedures for New Energy Vehicles exported from the Chinese mainland to Hong Kong. With the Guangzhou-Hong Kong Automobile Export Expres...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/04

All-new Proton X50 SUV previewed in Malaysia ahead of official launch Announced on July 1, 2025, Proton has previewed the all-new X50 to Malaysian media, ahead of its first major model launch of the year. Registration of interest is now open. Since its debut in October 2020, the X50 has sold over 134,000 units, maintaining its position as the top B-segment SUV for 5 consecutive years. Now, it returns with a full redesign, featuring refreshed styl...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/03