Ford launches MY2026 Ford Ranger, Ford Everest and new Ford Territory in South Africa On May 22, Ford Motor Company announced the launch of the Model Year 2026 Ford Ranger and Ford Everest, along with the new Ford Territory, in the South African market. The Model Year 2026 Ford Ranger lineup, produced at Ford’s Silverton Manufacturing Plant in Pretoria, is available in 23 variants. The key updates include the new Ranger Sport powered by a 2.3-...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/25

and component costs, potentially leading to vehicle price adjustments. Concerns also remain over weakening purchasing power and rising non-performing loans (NPLs), which may encourage financing companies to tighten vehicle lending. Meanwhile, Indonesia’s manufacturing PMI returned to contraction territory in April 2026, reflecting ongoing pressure on the manufacturing sector. Economists added that strengthening local supply chains and expandin...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/19

Ford confirms launch of new Ford Territory in South Africa On April 2, Ford Motor confirmed the introduction of new Ford Territory in South Africa. The new Ford Territory is powered by a 1.8-litre turbocharged EcoBoost gasoline engine paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, producing 138 kW of power and 318 Nm torque. The first deliveries of the new Ford Territory are expected in the coming weeks, with full specifications and pricing...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/06

Germany participates in Australia's Nolans project for critical rare earth elements On April 1, the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy announced that it is contributing up to EUR 50 million through its Raw Materials Fund to the Nolans Project of the Australian company Arafura Rare Earths Ltd. in the Northern Territory. The project focuses particularly on the rare earth elements neodymium and praseodymium. These are key precur...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/06

, and only those that benefit disproportionately when energy prices rise, such as Russia, would potentially see LV markets outperform. In the case of North America, the higher pricing environment of vehicles, which is already putting pressure on LV sales, would push the market further into negative territory in 2026, with it struggling to gain traction beyond that. China’s economy is expected to be more insulated than most to begin with, thanks...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

maximum volume of 10 liters. A financial limit of EUR 400 per refueling is set. The second measure is a temporary restriction on the export of diesel fuel from the Slovak Republic. The third temporary measure is the introduction of a special price for diesel fuel for vehicles registered outside the territory of the Slovak Republic. The measures will not apply to the components of the integrated rescue system, the armed forces, or other selected e...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

ne 1 if no deal was in place for “the Complete and Total purchase of Greenland” by the United States, Trump said. Trump appeared to indicate that he is using the tariffs as leverage to force talks with Denmark and other European countries over the status of Greenland, currently a semiautonomous territory of NATO ally Denmark that he regards as critical to U.S. national security. (Trump post on January 17, 2026) (Trump post on January 16, 2026...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/21

ufacturing plant in Iracemápolis, Brazil, to avoid the potential 50% tariffs Mexico may impose on imports from countries without trade agreements. The decision comes as GWM marks its second anniversary in the Mexican market, where it has established 50 dealerships covering over 80% of the national territory and sold 25,000 units since 2023. The Brazilian facility, inaugurated in August with an annual capacity of 50,000 vehicles, will strengthen ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

Ford starts Territory Hybrid sales in Argentina On November 4, Ford Argentina announced the new Territory Hybrid, an electrified version of the mid-size SUV. It builds on the model introduced in 2020, maintaining its market relevance as one of the country’s top-selling mid-size SUVs. Sales have begun locally in its Trend version. The hybrid powertrain combines a 1.5-liter turbo gasoline engine delivering 150 hp with a 218 hp electric motor for ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/07

shortage stems from a geopolitical dispute involving Dutch government intervention in a Nexperia, a Chinese-owned chipmaker based in the Netherlands, which holds about 40% of the global market for chips used in flex-fuel vehicles. In response, China halted semiconductor exports from a plant in its territory, affecting markets including Brazil. The government emphasized its priority to protect jobs across the national automotive chain and highlig...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/31

Luxembourg presents national strategy for automated driving On October 23, the Ministry of Mobility and Public Works, Luxembourg, presented Luxembourg's national strategy for automated driving. This strategy reflects the government's ambition to make Luxembourg the first European country to allow the deployment of automated driving on its territory by 2028. This strategy is presented as an ambitious and structured roadmap. It will make automated ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/30

Ford announces new vehicle launches and connected services in Saudi Arabia On October 7, Ford announced the regional introduction of the all-new Expedition and the new Territory Hybrid in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East. The company will also be launching the all-electric, first-ever Mustang Mach-E and the all-new Lincoln Navigator in region in 2025. Additionally, Ford will also launch its connected services app in Saudi Arabia, offering ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/13

Kia Mexico starts K4 Hatchback exports to Europe On September 30, it was reported that Kia officially launched exports of the first vehicle fully manufactured in Nuevo León, Mexico, to Europe: the K4 Hatchback. Produced at the Pesquería plant, the model marks the beginning of a new stage in the brand’s internationalization from Mexican territory. Initial shipments will go to Portugal, Spain, France, and Germany, followed later by exports to t...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/01

FAW to acquire 35.80% of ZYT According to a State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) press release dated September 22, China First Automobile Co., Ltd. (FAW) signed an agreement with New Territory Technology Company Limited (New Territory) and Shenzhen Zhuoyu Technology Co., Ltd. (ZYT) for capital increase and acquisition of New Territory’s equity in ZYT. ZYT is mainly engaged in the ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) sector. Pri...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

es are locally manufactured and nearly 20% of units sold so far in 2025 come from China. Among the most exposed players, General Motors faces significant risk as 63% of its local sales are sourced from Chinese plants, while Ford, BMW, and Kia also rely on imports from China. Models such as the Ford Territory, BMW iX3, Kia Seltos and Sonet are from China. Volkswagen Virtus and Taigun from India, Toyota Yaris from Thailand, Mitsubishi L200 from Tha...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

Ford launches Mustang Mach-E Premium EV and refreshed Ford Territory SUV in Philippines On August 8, 2025, Ford Philippines introduced its first BEV, the Mustang Mach-E Premium, priced at PHP 3,499,000. It features a 98.7-kWh (usable 88 kWh) battery delivering a 550 km range, dual motors with 394 hp and 678 Nm torque, and electronic AWD. Classic Mustang styling blends with a spacious interior thanks to its underfloor battery and a drainable front...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08

Ford Vietnam to launch Mustang Mach-E e-SUV and refreshed Ford Territory SUV on August 15 Reported on August 5, 2025, Ford Vietnam is celebrating its 30th anniversary by unveiling two new models on August 15 via a livestream on its official social media channels. The highlights include (i) the Mustang Mach-E, Ford’s first electric SUV in Vietnam, combining iconic performance with advanced technology, and (ii) the refreshed Ford Territory.  The...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08

onomous rides through its partnership with Uber Technologies across 90 square miles of Austin, Texas. The service, which launched in Austin about four months ago, previously covered about 37 square miles. As of late March, Waymo robotaxis accounted for 20% of Uber rides within the initial operating territory in Austin. Waymo offers 24/7 rides with more than 100 vehicles in the city. It also operates in cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/22

roviders, platform operators, dealers, maintenance agencies, and mobility service companies. The Guidelines specify that the outbound transfer of automotive data refers to activities where automotive data processors conduct outbound transmission of automotive data collected and generated within the territory of China or store such data within the territory of China for institutions, organizations, or individuals outside of China to query, retriev...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/19

HAVAL to localize gearbox production in Russia On April 23, the Governor of the Tula region held negotiation with the Chairman of the Board of Great Wall Motor in China. An agreement was reached on localizing the production of gearboxes on the territory of the HAVAL plant in the Uzlovaya industrial park. HAVAL will keep growing its operations in the Tula Region. Based on social media updates of Governor of Tula region...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30