s scheduled to go on sale at Infiniti retailers in the United States and Canada in mid-2016 and in Mexico and Latin America in the second half of 2016. The QX30 for the U.S. and Canada is powered by a 208hp turbocharged 2.0L mated to a 7-speed DCT. Initial production has already begun in Sunderland UK, while Mexican production at the Aguascalientes plant will commence in 2017. The Mexican unit of Nissan Motor Co. expects its 2012 vehicle producti...

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s scheduled to go on sale at Infiniti retailers in the United States and Canada in mid-2016 and in Mexico and Latin America in the second half of 2016. The QX30 for the U.S. and Canada is powered by a 208hp turbocharged 2.0L mated to a 7-speed DCT. Initial production has already begun in Sunderland UK, while Mexican production at the Aguascalientes plant will commence in 2017. On May 14, Infiniti confirmed it will be idling production of the QX50...

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with automatic transmission, destined for Germany. On January 17, Volkswagen Autoeuropa announced that it has closed 2024 with a record post-pandemic production of 236,100 vehicles in the Palmela plant, Portugal. Notably, 99% of the factory’s output is exported, mainly to Germany, Italy, and the UK. On March 11, Volkswagen announced that it will develop the production version of the all-new the ID. EVERY1 at its Volkswagen Palmela plant, Portu...

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liveries to start in autumn 2021 BMW Group Plant Munich starts production of BMW i4 EV BMW to introduce Saturday shifts at Munich plant, Germany Volkswagen, Porsche and BMW alter production due to supply shortage BMW to resume production at German plants BMW to resume full production at Germany and UK plants BMW to transform its production plants BMW Group announces comprehensive realignment for electrification offensive BMW celebrates 100th anni...

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PIRE at the 2019 Seoul Motor Show Groupe Renault unveils new production version of its coupe SUV for Russia Renault begins exports of South Korean-built Twizy to Europe Renault Samsung Motors ends production of Nissan Rogue in Korea Renault announces details of all-new Arkana set to go on sale in UK and Europe from 2021 Renault Samsung Motors discontinues sales of SM3 ZE at end of 2020 Renault invests EUR 3 billion to increase presence in overs...

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ember 21, Hyundai Motor India Limited manufactured its 7 millionth car from its Chennai plant. Hyundai is now targeting 10 million units by the first half of 2021. On May 11, Tamil Nadu Government informed that Hyundai is planning to invest INR 50 billion in its existing unit at the SIPCOT Irungattukkottai Industrial Park. Hyundai India on August 04, unveiled the The Next Gen ‘VERNA’ with super body structure. It is slated for launch on Augu...

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y control or seat belt pretensioners, and some emission controls after the Russian government loosened its vehicle safety regulations as many components are blocked by international sanctions. Renault turned over its ownership portion of AvtoVAZ to the Russian government in May over its invasion of Ukraine. On July 6, LADA announced the start of sales of the 2022 LADA Granta Drive Active sedan. The car was developed by the LADA Sport division. It...

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be subject to consultation with employee representatives. Nissan operations in Avila and Cantabria, and Nissan's sales and marketing operations in Spain, are unaffected by the announcement. On April 22, Nissan informed that the Vehicle production has been suspended in Spain since March 13th, in the UK since March 17th and in Russia since March 30th. In Sunderland, the new safety protocols will be implemented in a pilot activity involving the Powe...

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ady available for the US plant in Spartanburg, the main plant in Munich, and Plant Regensburg. Plants Dingolfing, Leipzig, and Tiexi in China will also be captured by September of this year. By spring of 2023, digital data will also be available for the BMW Group plants in Mexico, South Africa, the UK, and Dadong, China. On June 23, the BMW Group announced the opening of the Lydia plant in Shenyang, China. This significant expansion of the BMW Br...

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supply chain issues Fisker updates 2023 production outlook to 20,000-23,000 units Ineos Automotive tests new Grenadier Quartermaster in Finland Fisker builds 3,123 Ocean SUVs, production ramp planned for Q4 Magna to build new BMW 5 series in Graz in 2017 Land Rover to produce Discovery in UK and new plant in Slovakia Magna showcases Fuel-Cell Range-Extended Electric Vehicle Jaguar E-PACE, will be manufactured in two continents Magna Ste...

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ing pre-orders for new Sterra ES electric sedan JAECOO to introduce J7, J7 PHEV and J8 SUVs in South Africa Auto Guangzhou 2023: Chery exhibits Fulwin A8 and A8 Pro sedans Luxeed S7 sedan officially launched JAECOO to introduce three new models in Russia in 2024 JAECOO automotive brand to launch in UK in summer 2024 Chery sends first shipment of cars of Omoda and Jaecoo brands to Spain Chery officially launches Fulwin A8 sedan NATCO to distribute...

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lacing 1,000 existing Volvo FH diesel trucks with Volvo FH Electric trucks using green electricity on a typical route, up to 50,000 tons of CO2 could be saved every year. The first 130 electric Volvo FH and Volvo FM trucks will be delivered to markets including France, Germany, Switzerland, and the UK during the fourth quarter of 2023 and throughout 2024. On June 6, Volvo Trucks South Africa launched its electric truck range in South Africa. It i...

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antis adjusts production at French and Spanish plants Stellantis to alter production at Zaragoza, Spain plant Stellantis creates new Spanish subsidiary, Stellantis España Opel’s all-new Corsa achieves 10% weight loss Opel launches electric version of sixth generation Corsa Groupe PSA reaffirms UK electrification strategy at automotive EV conference in Coventry New Opel Mokka electric and energetic Opel had a world premiere of new Opel Mokka ...

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n, impact of earthquake continues Toyota's lines and Hino's second line at the Hamura plant suspended until February 23 Toyota extends shutdown at 8 plants in Japan, impact of earthquake continues Toyota suspends operation of Production Line no.2 at Takaoka Plant due to earthquake off the coast of Fukushima Prefecture Toyota suspends operations on 10 lines at 6 plants in Japan due to accident at parts supplier Toyota suspends operations on 11 lin...

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ightyear, Netherlands partners with four leasing and car-sharing companies for Solar EV car Lightyear, Netherlands to focus on Lightyear 2 solar EV, scraps production of Lightyear 0 Sono Group, Germany terminates Sion passenger car program Valmet Automotive, Finland concludes change negotiations KUKA, Germany designs CO2-neutral battery assembly system for Valmet, Finland Valmet Automotive, Finland launches "Innovation Center" at Uusikaupunki ...

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will be 5,000 units. BYD became the big winner in Brussels' first bidding for emission-free taxis, the Chinese manufacturer said on October 16. Of the 50-unit order for electric taxis, 34 of BYD's e6 electric vehicle will be purchased by a local taxi operator. The company has won 20 taxis in London/UK, and a small number in Rotterdam/Netherlands. But the 34-order is the biggest so far in Europe. BYD Automobile Co., Ltd. has launched the new seven...

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s offline BYD launches its battery electric compact SUV Yuan PLUS in Columbia Auto Tianjin 2022: Denza exhibits Denza D9 and Incenption concept vehicle BYD launches two new energy passenger vehicles in Brazil and commences local production BYD officially puts ATTO 3 battery electric SUV on sale in UK BYD unveils DiSus intelligent body control system dedicated to NEVs Auto Shanghai 2023: BYD debuts Destroyer 07 super hybrid sedan and interior of...

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illness. On April 4, it was reported that Tesla Gigafactory Berlin has begun producing right-hand drive (RHD) cars for India, which they are preparing to export later in 2024. Usually, Tesla Gigafactory Shanghai normally handles Tesla’s RHD production, exporting cars to Australia, Japan, and the UK. On April 23, multiple sources reported that Tesla is targeting around 400 job cuts, or about 3% of the plant's workforce at its electric car facto...

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ported by robust demand for its products in the emerging markets. With the expansion of the Pune plant, it will reach 1.1 million units of production capacity. Last year, exports made up 21% of its sales. By 2030, the export penetration can go up and maybe reach 30%. It is also studying the India-UK trade agreement and looking at new opportunities, especially with the EVs coming in from the HMI plants. On June 16, Hyundai Motor India Limited an...

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ed in Itatiaia, Brazil Land Rover launches 2021 Discovery Sport with new diesel engine in Brazil Land Rover to resume Evoque production in Itatiaia, Brazil Land Rover begins production of Evoque again in Itatiaia, Brazil Land Rover launches new Range Rover Evoque in Brazil, imported from the UK Jaguar Land Rover suspends manufacturing in Itatiaia, Brazil from March 25 to April 27 over COVID-19 JLR celebrates 8 years of its Itatiaia facto...

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