NVIDIA, LG Group to build AI factory for robotics, autonomous driving, data centers On June 7, NVIDIA and the LG Group announced they are building an AI factory to accelerate LG Group’s next wave of AI-driven businesses, spanning robotics, autonomous driving, data center technologies and GPU cloud services. The AI factory will provide LG Group with accelerated computing infrastructure to train, simulate, validate and deploy AI-based application...

News  Updated at: 2026/06/09

SAIC Audi launches AUDI E7X electric flagship SUV On May 29, SAIC Audi announced the official launch of the AUDI E7X flagship electric SUV under the AUDI brand. The model is available in rear-wheel drive and quattro intelligent all-wheel drive versions, with a total of five variants and prices ranging from CNY 269,800 to CNY 359,800. The AUDI E7X measures 5,049mm long, 1,997mm wide, and 1,710mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,060mm. For the AUDI E7X ...

News  Updated at: 2026/06/03

France unveils EV Transition with EUR 15 billion auto industry plan On May 26, the French President welcomed France’s electrification leaders to the Elysee Palace in Paris to push the country faster toward electric energy.  In the car industry, Renault and Stellantis, along with suppliers such as Valeo and Plastic Omnium, plan to invest EUR 15 billion in EVs by 2027. Renault is producing EVs in Douai and Maubeuge, while Stellantis is building ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/27

Mercedes-Benz increases all-electric GLC EV production at Bremen plant On May 6, Mercedes-Benz announced the production ramp-up of the all-new electric GLC at its Bremen plant in Germany, marking a key step in the company’s electrification strategy. The model, which debuted in September 2025, is being manufactured alongside combustion-engine, hybrid, and electric vehicles on the same production line, highlighting the plant’s flexibility and i...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

Mercedes-Benz opens orders for new electric C-Class in Europe On May 6, Mercedes-Benz announced that its new electric C-Class is now available for order following its global debut. The model, initially offered as the C 400 4MATIC electric, delivers a driving range of up to 762 km (WLTP) and features an 800-volt architecture that enables fast charging, adding up to 325 km of range in just 10 minutes.  The vehicle combines high performance with co...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

Auto China 2026: Audi’s sister brand unveils its first SUV, AUDI E7X On April 24, Audi announced that the AUDI brand, born from Audi’s collaboration with SAIC, unveiled its first all-electric SUV, the AUDI E7X, at Auto China 2026. This is the brand’s second production model. Produced at the plant in Anting, Shanghai, the E7X will launch in the first half of 2026. The third model of the AUDI brand, an all-electric sedan, is scheduled to prem...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

Auto China 2026: BMW announces world premieres of iX3 Long Wheelbase, i3 Long Wheelbase, and new BMW 7 Series On April 24, BMW Group announced that its exhibition stand at Auto China 2026 is dedicated entirely to the Neue Klasse. BMW also announced world premieres of the new BMW iX3 Long Wheelbase, the new BMW i3 Long Wheelbase, and the new BMW 7 Series featuring Neue Klasse technologies. The exhibition stand showcases a total of 42 vehicles, inc...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

Auto China 2026: Bosch starts Level 3 automated driving testing in China Robert Bosch GmbH (Bosch) announced at Auto China 2026 that it has been licensed since March 2026 to test Level 3 automated driving vehicles in real-world conditions in Wuxi, China. This marks a key step in Bosch's development of automated driving from Level 2 to Level 3. The company leverages a refined ADAS system previously tested in the Chery Exeed ES. While the system en...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

Mercedes-Benz unveils new EQS luxury saloon, offering steer-by-wire On April 14, Mercedes-Benz unveiled the EQS as its first fully electric luxury saloon. The car is built on a new electric architecture featuring 800-volt technology, newly developed electric drive units, a two-speed gearbox on the rear axle, and larger batteries with improved cell chemistry. The EQS generates output of 270 kW and uses a high-voltage battery with a usable capacity...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/14

BMW introduces entry-level iX3 40 Neue Klasse SAV On March 31, BMW introduced the entry-level model BMW iX3 40, an all-electric Sports Activity Vehicle from its Neue Klasse lineup. BMW iX3 40 uses the new sixth-generation (Gen6) eDrive technology with 800-volt architecture. It has a rear-mounted electric motor which generates output of 320 hp and 500 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 5.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 200 km/h. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Schaeffler develops software and E/E architecture for comprehensive vehicle control Schaeffler AG announced that it will present its latest innovations and developments for future mobility at its 13th Automotive Symposium in Buhl (Germany) in June 2026. The solutions will be showcased across 4 clusters: Vehicle Control, Chassis & Body, Powertrain, and Energy Management, covering passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and two-wheelers. The Vehicle C...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

BIMS 2026: BMW Thailand highlights iX3 50 xDrive M Sport, first Neue Klasse model Announced on March 23, 2026, BMW highlighted the iX3 50 xDrive M Sport at the 47th Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS). This model is the first in BMW’s Neue Klasse lineup, reflecting the company’s focus on electric powertrains and advanced in-car technology. The all-electric Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) is priced from THB 3,599,000, including BSI (BMW Serv...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

GM begins turnaround plan in China as SAIC-GM contract approaches expiration SAIC-GM, a joint-venture between GM and SAIC Motor in China, has unveiled a three-year turnaround plan as the joint venture contract approaches its June 2027 expiration date. GM has already absorbed USD 2.7 billion in restructuring charges to slash capacity and improve the lineup, which helped to bring about the joint venture’s fifth straight profitable quarter at the ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

NXP presents NXP CoreRide Z248 zonal reference system On March 9, NXP Semiconductors introduced its NXP CoreRide Z248 zonal reference system that combines advanced 48 V energy distribution, deterministic data handling, functional safety, and real-time responsiveness. It is available now for selected customers. It is built on NXP’s S32K5 microcontroller series with integrated advanced MRAM technology. It provides a pre-validated software stack t...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

Renault to develop next-gen EV platform and SDV under futuREady strategy On March 10, Renault Group announced that it will use its own engineering expertise along with support from suppliers to improve innovation and develop new technologies in the new “futuREady” strategic plan. Renault will develop the next generation of C-segment electric vehicles that offer high efficiency and the best balance between range and cost. These vehicles will ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

BMW begins winter testing of Neue Klasse electric i3 in Arjeplog, Sweden On March 5, BMW initiated the prototype winter testing of the latest generation of 3 Series i.e. the first Neue Klasse sedan, the fully electric BMW i3 at BMW’s test centre in Arjeplog, Sweden. Engineers are completing final driving tests on snowy roads and frozen lakes. On slippery roads, the system provides stable and agile driving. The two electric motors respond instan...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

UE | STUDIOS, Germany, presents autonomous vehicle for public transportation On February 12, UE | STUDIOS unveiled its first autonomous vehicle with SUE (Self-driving Urban E-Shuttle). It is a fully electric, autonomous people mover specifically designed for real-world use in public transport. The vehicle was entirely developed, designed, and manufactured in Germany. UE | STUDIOS, headquartered in Gaimersheim and Munich, is a globally recognized ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/23

Hyundai reportedly seeking to supply Waymo with 50,000 IONIQ 5 robotaxis Hyundai Motor is reportedly seeking to supply Waymo with 50,000 IONIQ 5 autonomous vehicles by 2028 in what would amount to a roughly USD 2.5 billion deal. The potential order, first reported overseas, would see Hyundai’s Georgia-based Metaplant America (HMGMA) produce IONIQ 5 EVs at volume specifically for Waymo. The IONIQ 5 has a roomy cabin for passengers and is built o...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

BorgWarner to supply integrated drive module, generator module for North American REEV trucks, SUVs On February 11, BorgWarner announced it has secured a contract with a major North American OEM to provide a powerful and efficient 800-volt secondary integrated drive module (iDM) and a generator module incorporating a dual inverter. The BorgWarner solutions will be integrated into a series of the OEM's REEV trucks and large-frame SUV models, with ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

Mercedes-Benz unveils updated S-Class luxury saloon On January 29, Mercedes-Benz unveiled the updated S-Class luxury saloon. Production of the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class will begin at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Sindelfingen, Germany in 2026. The flagship versions are built in Factory 56, a highly flexible facility where the S-Class, Mercedes Maybach S Class, and the all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQS are assembled on the same production line. The new ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/30