s JV company with GoAuto, namely Nexv Manufacturing Sdn Bhd (NMSB), are scheduled to be submitted by the end of 2023, and start the construction of the assembly line building (Phase 1) in Q1/2024 with Phase 2 being the construction of the administrative block, body, and paint production building in Q3/2024. Phase 3 of the NEV manufacturing hub is currently in the planning stages. Situated on the 73.34-acre land in Chembong, around MYR 120 million...

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the cars to the highest standards. The facility will also be equipped with other complementary state-of-the-art tools. The total investment for this is MYR 200 million and goes on top of the MYR 1.2 billion that was spent in the previous expansion phase. The facility is expected to be completed by Q3/2022. Reported on May 27, Malaysia Proton will soon start manufacturing the GEP3 (Global Engine Petrol 3) 1.5-liter turbocharged engines used in th...

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ver, its wholly-owned subsidiary in Malaysia is said to be established in Q2/2023. On May 3, Chery Automobile Co., Ltd and Sime Darby Berhad officially announced a partnership for Chery vehicles to be assembled in Malaysia at Sime Darby’s facility, Inokom, in Kulim, Kedah, whichis set to begin in Q3/2023. Chery Corporate Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (CCMSB), a local subsidiary fully-owned by Wuhu Purui Automobile Investment Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Che...

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on in H1 2022, 3rd EV truck plant coming GM Subsystems avoids strike, reaches tentative agreement with UAW Chevrolet Bolt EV to remain in lineup for “some time” as Ultium EVs ramp up GM Subsystems LLC subsidiary workers ratify contract with pay increase GM reports 24% jump in U.S. sales for Q3 2022 GMC introduces all-new 2024 Sierra EV, begins taking orders GM reports record revenue in Q3 2022, profits up 36.6% to USD 3.3 billion ...

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t funding, and launch a temporary battery cell repack project at the plant. At St. Catharines, GM agreed to "significant new investments" to support electric drive unit production pending government funding., with drive unit facility retooling planned to start in Q1 2024 with production starting in Q3 2025. On December 11, General Motors confirmed it is extending the holiday shutdown period at Fort Wayne Assembly and Oshawa Assembly for maintenan...

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the coming days and European deliveries are expected to pick up shortly after. A significant focus has been preparing for high-quality vehicle assembly, with inline commissioning and automated end-of-line testing, so Fisker can achieve a maximum monthly run rate of 6,000 vehicles towards the end of Q3, 2023. Fisker adjusts its annual production forecast to 32,000-36,000 units in 2023 and expects to produce 1,400-1,700 customer vehicles in Q2, 202...

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Volkswagen do Brasil, Sao Jose dos Pinhais Plant VW Golf (-2019), Fox (-2021), CrossFox (-2021), Fox GP (-2021), SpaceFox GP (-2021), T-Cross (2019-), Virtus (2025 -), Tarok (2026 - planning); Audi A3 Sedan (2015-2020), Q3 (2016-2019, 2022-), Q3 Sportback (2022-); Rear axle, Front end assembly Stampings Passenger car assembly and stamping plant - Number of Employees: 1,984 (as of Dec., 2024) - Investments:   2024-2028: BRL 3 billion (around USD...

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the factory began the export of rear axles to the Pacheco plant in Argentina.In 2016, 21,000 pieces were exported to Pacheco for the SpaceFox, known as Suran, and Space Cross. The São José dos Pinhais plant currently produces the Volkswagen Fox, CrossFox and Golf, as well as the Audi A3 Sedan and Q3 models. On June 14, Volkswagen do Brasil reported a 63% increase in exports in the first five months of 2017 compared with the same period in 2016....

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nology, and will launch over 25 new hybrid models in succession. New hybrid models equipped with this system for the first time, including Exeed’s Stellar, Chery’s Tiggo 9 and TJ-1, and Jetour’s T-1, were debuted. The TJ-1, Chery’s first crossover SUV tailored will be officially launched in Q3 2023. Equipped with a class-leading all-scene intelligent 4WD system jointly built by ZF and Bosch, the TJ-1. The ICE models of the vehicle are equ...

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sedan and Kaveya sports car, it will continue to offer an updated Revero series plug-in hybrid sedan. The Revero, launched in 2017, was updated and renamed the GS-6 for 2021, but current management plans to return to the Revero name for the latest version, which is scheduled to start production in Q3 at Karma's plant in Moreno Valley, California. Karma's first EV to launch will be the Gyesera, which is due to enter production in late 2024, while...

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nounced on June 25, GAC Motor Malaysia has officially started mass production of its second CKD model, the GAC EMKOO, at the Segambut plant in Kuala Lumpur. This development follows the successful local launch of the CKD GS3 Emzoom in April 2024. The EMKOO is slated for local market introduction in Q3 2025. Announced on May 11, Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) and WTC Automotif (WTCA), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Warisan TC Holdings (a Tan Chong...

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dreds of job cuts after staffing surge Amazon begins deliveries with Rivian-built electric vans across the U.S. Rivian confirms plans to cut 6% of workforce, simplify product roadmap Rivian reports USD 1.71 billion loss for Q2 Rivian plans R&D center in Serbia Rivian produced 7,363 vehicles in Q3 2022 Rivian recalls nearly all vehicles it has produced over loose fastener Rivian loses USD 1.72 billion in Q3 with 7,363 units produced and 6,5...

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Both models will be showcased at the GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS 2025), taking place from July 24 to August 3. This follows the opening of pre-orders for the G3 and G3+ in May. Reported on September 29, Geely officially began local vehicle production in Indonesia, starting in Q3 at PT Handal Indonesia Motor’s (HIM) Purwakarta facility in West Java using the knock-down (KD) assembly system. The Starray EM-I PHEV is the fir...

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or battery electric vehicles (BEVs). On May 15, CHERY and OMODA & JAECOO announced progress on the construction of their new facility in Thailand. Located in Nikhom Phatthana, Rayong, the plant represents a THB 5 billion investment and covers an area of 104 rai. Operations are scheduled to start in Q3/2025, with a targeted annual production capacity of 80,000 units by 2028. The first model to be produced will be the JAECOO 6 EV. The facility will...

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engine to be released and joins the DD13, DD15 and DD16 engine family. On September 13, Freightliner introduced the new Plus series – enhanced versions of its medium-duty M2 and SD models, including the M2 106 Plus, M2 112 Plus, 108SD Plus, and 114SD Plus. Production of the Plus series will begin Q3 2023 at the DTNA Mount Holly and Santiago Tianguistenco Truck Manufacturing Plants. Daimler Truck must reach a new labor contract with over 7,300 h...

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s on technology innovation, product value, and market development. Product value: In 2025, Lynk & Co and Zeekr will introduce 2 and 3 new models. The Lynk & Co 900 will be launched in Q2 as the world’s first production model with an Nvidia Thor chip. Zeekr will launch: the three new models in Q2, Q3, and Q4, respectively; the Zeekr 007 GT luxury shooting brake wagon in Q2; and a full-size flagship SUV and a large luxury SUV in Q3 and Q4, respec...

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rms, covering micro, mid-to-large-size, and full-size models, plus battery electric and hybrid powertrains. As for the D platform, two new featured models, the first featured 5-seater intelligent SUV, and the first featured large 6-seater intelligent SUV will be launched in the second half of 2024, Q3 2024, and Q4 2024, respectively. It has a front-engine FWD layout and is powered by a 41.9kWh Shenlian lithium-iron phosphate battery and a 75kW/18...

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rms, covering micro, mid-to-large-size, and full-size models, plus battery electric and hybrid powertrains. As for the D platform, two new featured models, the first featured 5-seater intelligent SUV, and the first featured large 6-seater intelligent SUV will be launched in the second half of 2024, Q3 2024, and Q4 2024, respectively. It has a front-engine FWD layout and is powered by a 41.9kWh Shenlian lithium-iron phosphate battery and a 75kW/18...

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rms, covering micro, mid-to-large-size, and full-size models, plus battery electric and hybrid powertrains. As for the D platform, two new featured models, the first featured 5-seater intelligent SUV, and the first featured large 6-seater intelligent SUV will be launched in the second half of 2024, Q3 2024, and Q4 2024, respectively. It has a front-engine FWD layout and is powered by a 41.9kWh Shenlian lithium-iron phosphate battery and a 75kW/18...

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ehicle by officially launching extended-range version of C11 IAA 2023: Leapmotor releases global strategy, unveils C10 global model Leapmotor officially launches range-extended C01 mid-to-large-size sedan Auto Guangzhou 2023: Leapmotor unveils C10 SUV Leapmotor to start EV deliveries in Europe from Q3, 2024 Stellantis plans to invest EUR 1.5 billion in Leapmotor, China for global EV business partnership Leapmotor starts accepting pre-orders for C...

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