o carbon emissions. The source of the data is authoritative and traceable, ensuring that the measurement results are true and credible. By adopting this approach, BYD aims to achieve precise energy management, explore energy-saving potential within the factory, enhance energy consumption awareness across each unit, and foster an energy-saving culture. On March 27, BYD released the 2023 BYD Corporate Social Responsibility Report. According to the ...

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HPE Automotores do Brasil Ltda., Catalao Plant RVR/ASX (2013-2022), Lancer (2014-2020), Triton (L200 -2026, Triton 2007-); Pajero TR4/Pajero iO (2002-2014), Outlander (-2017), Pajero (-2018), Outlander Sport (2020-2022); Eclipse Cross SUV (2019-), Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (planning); GAC (CKD): EV Aion V (planning), HV GS4 (planning), EV Aion Y (planning); Suzuki Jimny (2012-2022) Pickup and SUV assembly plant, producing Mitsubishi models. Pr...

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supplier was changed from MFTBC to Isuzu Motors Limited (Isuzu). The Elf light-duty truck released by Isuzu in March became the base model of the all-new Kazet. The new Kazet is equipped with the ISIM 9-speed dual clutch transmission as a new AMT (automated manual transmission). The dual clutch and cross-ratio transmission provide smooth acceleration with no loss of torque during gear shifting. In addition to the ISIM, a manual transmission (MT) ...

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s Plant 2 will close for one day in the month. On June 2, Nissan Mexicana announced that it has achieved its goal of updating 60% of its product portfolio from April 2020 to March 2021, during which time it presented five renewed vehicles. To achieve this, Nissan invested more than USD 600 million across its three Mexican plants, Aguascalientes A1, A2 and CIVAC. Nissan celebrated on November 12 the opening of the first phase of a US$2-billion man...

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es plants due to COVID at chip supplier Nissan Mexicana to close Production Line 1 at CIVAC plant, lay off 562 workers Nissan Mexicana investing USD 700 million for operations in Aguascalientes Nissan Mexicana produces a vehicle every 40 seconds Nissan introduces Kicks global compact crossover On November 28, 2022, it was reported that Nissan’s A1 plant in Aguascalientes, Mexico, is the OEM’s fastest plant, with the capacity to...

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Hiace, and SW4 models, have fueled unrest within the plant and reignited tensions with SMATA, the auto workers’ union. Although Toyota anticipates a production recovery through Saturday shifts and overtime, fears of further layoffs remain. On July 17, Toyota Argentina announced that the new Yaris Cross will launch locally on November 27. This B-segment compact SUV, manufactured at Toyota’s Sorocaba plant in Brazil, marks the brand’s first h...

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ue to earthquakes Toyota's global production plan for April is approximately 750,000 units Toyota global production in May to be around 750,000 units Toyota Motor Kyushu expands temporary production suspension at Miyata Plant in May due to lockdown in Shanghai World premiere of new Lexus UX compact crossover Toyota to add to plant suspensions in Japan in June; global production forecast down to 800,000 units Toyota announces additional domestic p...

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SAIC Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. Yizheng Branch VW: Polo Plus (2019-), SUV Tharu (2019-), T-Cross (2023-), Lavida XR (2023-), SUV Tharu XR (2024-), PHV 帕萨特ePro (2026-planning); Skoda: SUV Kamiq GT (2025-); VW: Gran Santana (-2019), Cross Santana (production ended), Polo GTI (-2019), Santana (-2023); Skoda: Rapid Spaceback (-2021), Rapid (-2023); SAIC Volkswagen's Yizheng Plant (Yangzhou City, Jiangsu Province), Formerly Shanghai Volk...

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SAIC Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd. SAIC-Audi intelligent plant (formly Anting second plant): Audi: EV E5 Sportback (2025-); VW: Gran Lavida (-2017), Cross Lavida (production ended), EV E-Lavida (2019-2020), Lavida (-2024); Anting third plant: VW: Tiguan L, Tiguan L PHEV (2018-), T-Cross (2019-), Tiguan X (2020-), SUV Tiguan L Pro (2024-), Lavida (2024-), PHV SUV Tiguan L ePro (2026-planning); Audi: A7L (2022-), A5L Sportback (2025-), EV...

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Toyota Motor, Motomachi Plant Toyota 16th-gen Crown (Crossover type) (HV, 2022-), 16th-gen Crown (Sedan type) (HV & FCV, 2023-), EV bZ4X (March 2022-)/Subaru EV Solterra (March 2022-), HV Century (Sedan) (2021-), GR Yaris (2020-), GR Corolla, FCV Mirai (2014-), Voxy, Voxy HV, Noah; Lexus EV RZ (2023-), LC (2017-, Production to end in August 2026), LC HV (2017-, Production to end in August 2026), LBX MORIZO RR (2024-), Battery packs for BEV (2022-...

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in H1 2017. The Y400 is an FR vehicle. It adopts an ultra-high rigidity, 4-tier Quad Frame jointly developed with Posco. The Quad Frame made from a maximum of 63% ultra high-tensile steel to increase safety and reduce weight. Moreover, the frame absorbs vibrations and noise in the space between the cross-section and cabin to ensure superior quietness even when driving on rough roads. On March 27, SsangYong Motor has named its new large SUV G4 Rex...

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tor) announced that it will begin the first exports of its new subcompact electric SUV, the Inster, at the end of October. Production of the Inster for Europe is scheduled to begin on October 16 and 17 at the Gwangju Global Motors Co., Ltd. (GGM) Gwangju Plant. In addition, production of the Inster Cross, a derivative model with off-road specifications, is expected at the end of 2024. According to Korean media reports dated October 23, Gwangju Gl...

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hat are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. It offers an improved combined fuel efficiency of 16.2 km/liter. Kia has received 1,317 bookings during 13 workdays from November 10 through 28, making a good start. On March 9, Kia Motors launched a gasoline engine variant of the Sorento midsize crossover SUV in Korea. It has a ThetaⅡ2.0 T-GDi engine (120 ps) that achieves powerful vehicle performance while maintaining the advantageous quiet...

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t venture brands, GAC Honda launched the ZR-V e:HEV compact SUV and the Integra hatchback in February 2023. GAC Toyota is expected to launch and upgrade 12 dual-engine products to realize the electric hybridization of all TNGA models. The first batch of two models, which are the Frontlander compact crossover SUV and the Levin GT compact sedan, will feature the new 5th-generation intelligent electric hybrid dual-engine technology. For battery elec...

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for Kentucky plant Toyota Kentucky adds solar panel field as it prepares to produce EVs Toyota prepares for December launch of 2026 RAV4 in U.S. Toyota starts production at North Carolina battery plant, commits additional USD 10 billion Toyota boosts hybrid production with USD 912 million invested across 5 U.S. plants Toyota to consider introducing U.S.-produced Toyota models to Japan Toyota reveals all-new next-gen 2027 Highlander BEV in U.S. Le...

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and Tiberina, Melfi, to ensure that component manufacturing remains in the area. On January 29, multiple sources reported that Stellantis Atessa plant will partially restart the third production shift (Shift C) from February 2, 2026. The return of the third shift comes with a new production setup across body shop, assembly, painting, quality, and finishing areas. This will raise output to about 840 vans per day. Stellantis Melfi plant, Italy, w...

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be extended from expressways and highways to urban roads. Apart from NGP, XPILOT 3.5 will also provide functions such as NGP-L (an upgraded version of NGP which can be helpful on highways) and VPA-L (Valet Parking Assist which enables the vehicle to memorize parking spaces and safely park itself in cross-storey parking situations). On April 21, XPENG revealed more specifications about its premium, fully electric XPENG P5, in addition to the expe...

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range of 653km and is equipped with 5G technologies, autonomous driving assistance functions. On July 14, a ceremony to celebrate the completion of production of the first ARCFOX N61 pilot production vehicle was held at the BAIC Magna high-end intelligent manufacturing base. Positioned as a compact crossover fastback sedan, the roll-off ceremony signals the official start of production of this model. On October 24, BJEV launched the αT, the firs...

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ufacturer, completes Series Pre-A financing Geely reaches strategic cooperation with Alibaba Geely Tech reaches strategic cooperation with GTA Semi Geely opens Xingrui Intelligent Computing Center in Huzhou, Zhejiang, increasing overall R&D efficiency by 20% Geely Holding targets carbon neutrality across entire value chain by 2045 Zeekr completes Series A financing worth USD 750 million Geely to release NEV brand RADAR Geely’s new mid- to high-...

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nufacture high-voltage batteries and modules. On January 22, Audi México announced technical stoppages for some production areas at its San José Chiapa plant in Puebla, scheduled for January 23 and 24. Press, body, paint, assembly, assembly finish, and logistics departments will operate normally across all shifts, while other areas will face mandatory downtime, resulting in reduced weekly wages for affected employees. The company stated that so...

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