Honda to establish new motorcycle factory in Turkiye On August 1, Honda Turkiye A.S. (HTR), 100% subsidiary of Honda Motor Europe, announced that it has decided to establish a new motorcycle factory in Aliaga, İzmir, aimed at supporting growth in the motorcycle market and boosting global motorcycle sales. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increased demand for personal transportation and commercial use, such as delivery services, driving signif...

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ishment of a joint innovation research institute for intelligent vehicles with Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) in Chongqing. Under the agreement, the two parties will establish a joint innovation research institute for intelligent vehicles for cooperation in areas such as AI, three-dimensional transportation, and advanced powertrains. They will leverage the platform for achievement transformation, introduction of high-end personnel, joint cu...

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TransAfrica Motors introduces new FAW trucks in Kenya On July 26, multiple sources reported that TransAfrica Motors, the exclusive distributor of FAW trucks in Kenya, has launched JH6 and JK6 models in Kenya. The new trucks are designed to meet the evolving transportation needs in Kenya and the Rest of East Africa. The JK6 series carries between 10 and 12 tonnes, while the JH6 series is designed for long haulage.  Based on multiple sources ...

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as the establishment of an intelligent logistics system and the promotion and application of intelligent connected vehicles. Through resource sharing and advantage complementation, the two companies will, on top of existing cooperative projects, further expand cooperation in areas such as logistics transportation, New Energy equipment applications, scientific research and innovation, and finance (including automobile finance) to achieve mutual em...

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cates that ICVs in Shanghai have entered a new stage of normal and large-scale demonstration operations. Covering four models with two business forms, the licenses were issued to companies such as Shanghai (YX) Pony AI Technology Co., Ltd., Baidu Zhixing Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., and Dazhong Transportation (Group) Co., Ltd.‌ At the event, IM Motors, SAIC Mobility, and SAIC Intelligent Technology jointly announced that a dedicated route f...

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DMP and 10 others join Heiwajima autonomous driving council project to accelerate its implementation in highway transportation The Heiwajima Autonomous Driving Council, which conducts autonomous driving field testing and based in the Tokyo Ryutsu Center Inc. (TRC) in Heiwajima, Ota Ward, Tokyo, announced on July 29 that 10 new companies, including Dynamic Map Platform (DMP), companies involved in autonomous driving-related technologies, maps, veh...

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urrently operating in Mandaluyong City. The initiative aligns with the growing EV market in the Philippines, driven by supportive government policies, improved charging networks, and increased market competition.  BEC views this move as part of the broader shift toward clean energy and sustainable transportation. (From an article of Inquirer.net on July 28, 2025)...

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Thailand-Cambodia military conflicts force parts suppliers to change delivery methods, secure expatriates’ safety, and take measures if situation is prolonged Following military conflicts at the border between Thailand and Cambodia, automotive companies with manufacturing sites in the area are taking measures such as changing transportation methods and reorganizing their supply chains. Denso Corporation (Denso) is utilizing air freight to avoid...

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Turntide, UK expands battery technology production area On July 16, Turntide Technologies inaugurated its new energy storage and battery technology production area at its engineering campus and global headquarters in Gateshead, UK. It enhances Turntide’s ability to serve growing demand across multiple transportation and industrial sectors. Turntide has integrated its three North East sites to create a consolidated engineering campus in Gateshea...

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MLIT's new target for barrier-free public transportation in FY2030: 90% non-step buses Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) has made new draft targets for barrier-free designed public modes of transportation such as buses and taxis. By the end of March 2031 (end of FY2030), it aims to increase the ratio of non-step buses to about 90% (actuals were about 71% in FY2023), and to achieve about 77% barrier-free road...

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U.S. NHTSA to downsize by 25% as budget set to be diminished New details provided to Congress reveal the Trump administration's intentions to offer thousands of federal employees financial incentive programs to depart their jobs, including the U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), which will shed around 25% of its current staff, taking that figure from 772 employees as of the end of May to 555. Previously, NHTSA stat...

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Skyworth Auto, Shunda Transportation sign agreement on 500 New Energy HDTs On July 16, Skyworth Auto, a Skywell Group sub-brand, signed a strategic cooperation agreement on 500 New Energy heavy-duty trucks (HDTs) with Mulei County Shunda Automobile Transportation Co., Ltd. (Shunda Transportation) in Xinjiang, with the first 100 battery electric truck tractors delivered. The model of the delivered truck tractors is NJL4250KEKBEV, a 6×4 battery el...

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up’s Shenyang manufacturing site is now gearing up for the 2026 roll-off of the first next-generation BMW model. BMW IT will provide crucial digital technology support for the domestic production of next-generation BMW models, covering all links such as R&D, production, procurement, and logistics transportation. From a BMW Group press release...

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Electricab introduces first electric taxis in Baja California in Mexico On July 16, it was reported that Mexicali introduced the first electric taxis in Baja California, Mexico, marking a significant step toward sustainable transportation in the state. The pilot phase includes four BYD Dolphin Mini 2026 units, which are zero-emission and energy efficient, specifically adapted to the region’s climatic conditions. The project, promoted by the com...

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estment in the project will be over GBP 100 million. The next-generation inverters will be efficient, compact, and lightweight. By setting up local production, the inverters will also meet the green procurement policies of major automakers and help reduce Scope 3 emissions by avoiding long-distance transportation. This will allow Astemo UK to better serve the European market and increase its market share. Based on Astemo press release...

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and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5-liter engines in the U.S. The company warned that a fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment. The tally of recalled vehicles includes 339,044 Bronco Sport and 355,227 Escape crossovers, according to the U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA). The fuel injectors in the affected vehicles were manufactured by Dumarey Flowmotion Technologies S.R.L. ...

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rform order tasks. Developed in collaboration with Hongxin Tech, these inspection vehicles integrate advanced AI visual monitoring technology to function as a 24-hour all-weather intelligent patrol and pre-warning solution applicable to road inspection, road condition monitoring, emergency supplies transportation, and more. From a Guangxi Auto Group press release...

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New Flyer buses with Allison eGen Flex hybrid propulsion system going to Maryland On July 14, Allison Transmission announced the Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration has selected New Flyer buses equipped with the Allison eGen Flex hybrid propulsion system to operate in the metropolitan Baltimore region. The 40-foot electric-hybrid buses will be built in 2025. The eGen Flex system is engineered to advance the effic...

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automakers’ transnational operations. The remaining 7 thematic forums will be held on July 12, focusing on topics such as boosting domestic automobile demand, the development of the power battery industry, the AI-driven evolution of intelligent driving systems, and the integration of intelligent transportation systems....

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PRO-NET and AMTEL partner to advance sustainable EV battery recycling in Malaysia Announced on July 9, 2025, Proton New Energy Technology (PRO-NET), a subsidiary of PROTON, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AMTEL Cellular Sdn Bhd (AMTEL), a subsidiary of AMTEL Holdings Bhd, to ensure the responsible transportation, disassembly, and disposal of EV batteries. The partnership aims to extend the lifecycle of EV batteries and support...

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