ted to be the delay of components supply due to the spread of COVID-19 in Southeast Asia. On June 23, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) announced the Saitama Factory Automobile Plant and the Suzuka Factory are expected to operate normally in early July. The Saitama Factory Automobile Plant produces the Step WGN, Freed, CR-V, Insight, Civic, and Honda e, while the Suzuka Factory produces Vezel, Fit, Shuttle, and N series. On July 14, Honda Motor Co., ...

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Honda Motor, Saitama Factory Automobile Plant Honda HV 6th-gen Prelude (2025-), ZR-V (2023-), ZR-V HV (2023-), Step WGN (2022-), Step WGN HV (2022-), Civic Hatchback (2021-), Civic Hatchback HV (2022-), Civic Type R (2022-), Freed (2019-), Freed HV (2019-) Honda 1st gen Freed (July to August 2013), Shuttle (2015-Production ended), Shuttle HV (2015-Production ended), Fit & Fit HV (2013-2019)/Jazz (2015-Production ended), Vezel (2013-2021), Vezel ...

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h battery pack and turbocharged ICE. On August 30, Karma Automotive announced a new designation for their suite of engineering services and contract manufacturing operations called “Powered by Karma”, which creates modular, commercial-grade electrification systems used for Class 3-6 buses, RVs, step vans, box trucks, and more. The Karma Innovation and Customization Center (KICC) flexible production facility allows for contract manufacturing o...

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ting on Sci-Tech Innovation Board Geely Commercial Vehicles cooperates with GCL Energy Technology on battery replacement stations Geely launches all-new Xing Yue L compact SUV GRI, NXP establish joint innovation lab Geely launches Agent OS next-gen intelligent cockpit system with Qianli Technology, StepFun Geely, NEVC establish joint innovation lab for auto chip assessment Geely to launch five new PHEV models in H2 2025 GRI and TE Connectivity es...

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er voluntary renewable energy program, developed with the supplier DTE Energy. The project provides for the supply of 400 MWp of photovoltaic electricity guaranteed through a Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) starting from 2026 at a latest. The signing of this contract represents an important step towards on the decarbonization of the manufacturing activities based in North America. Stellantis' CO2 emissions will be reduced annually by appr...

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May 15, Lynk & Co, announced the export of Lynk & Co 03 and 03+ models to the Middle East region. These cars have departed from ports in China and have been transported to Kuwait, Oman, and Saudi Arabia. The Lynk & Co 03 and 03+ models are performance family sedans, and their export is an important step for the company to expand its presence in the Middle East market. On November 10, Lynk & Co participated in the 13th China (Macau) International ...

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ply components to the Chicago Assembly or Kentucky Truck plants. On October 26, Ford and the UAW have reached a tentative agreement in labor-management negotiations, six weeks into the strike, which will finally end the strikes at the Michigan, Chicago, Illinois, and Kentucky truck plants. The next step is the approval process by the 57,000 UAW members working at the Ford plants. If approved, the new collective agreement will run for four and a h...

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que of 380Nm. The diesel-powered model is equipped with a new 2.0 CTI engine with a maximum power of 125kW and a peak torque of 410Nm, mated to a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission. The flagship intelligent model of the vehicle is equipped with a Level 2 intelligent driving assistance system. JAC is stepping up the R&D of EV and PHEV models for the new Hantu to form a rich product portfolio consisting of ICE vehicles, BEVs, and hybrid vehicles. By...

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nch of MONA (Made Of New AI), a new sub-brand. On June 9, Raya Auto, a subsidiary of Raya Holding for Financial Investments, announced a partnership with XPENG, to bring the latest XPENG models with European specifications to Egypt. This marks XPENG’s first foray into Africa and signifies a major step forward for Egypt’s electric car industry. The partnership aims to introduce a range of advanced EVs during the first half of 2024. The collabo...

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en and from rechargeable batteries. On November 17, Scania announced that with the rapid expansion of Scania’s electrified range of trucks, buses and engines, the company plans to, over several years, invest well over 1 billion SEK in a battery assembly plant in Södertälje, Sweden. The initial step is a 18,000-square meter facility and the construction will start early 2021 with the aim to be fully operational by 2023. The plant which will b...

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opment cycles by 30%. Over the next three years, Volkswagen plans to launch 40 new models in China, with half being electric. On December 8, Volkswagen announced that Anhui province is to be transformed into a new center of competence and e-mobility hub for the Volkswagen Group in China. As a first step, saw the inauguration of a new Research & Development center at the company’s facilities in Hefei. In Hefei, research and development, quality ...

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ooperation in New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), electric drive and control systems, intelligent connectivity, and manufacturing to promote leapfrog development in technological innovation, product upgrades, and supply chain integration. The signing of the above strategic cooperation agreement marks a new step for GAC Hino and AI DRIVE to jointly explore and innovate in the field of New Energy commercial vehicles, which will enable GAC Hino to achieve a...

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has completed sales of a 14.59 percent stake in GAC Changfeng Motor to Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC Group), the leading shareholder of GAC Changfeng. GAC Group planned to buy shares of GAC Changfeng Motor owned by its major shareholders, Mitsubishi Motor Corp. and Changfeng Group, by cash as a step to merge GAC Changfeng Motor listed on the Shanghai A-share market. Changfeng Group has completed sales of GAC Changfeng's shares earlier and GAC...

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rysville Auto Plant, East Liberty Auto Plant, Indiana Auto Plant, Alabama Auto Plant, Anna Engine Plant, Honda Transmission Plant-Ohio, and Honda Transmission Plant-Georgia. Honda of Canada Mfg. auto and engine plants also earned a second award in 2021. On April 14, Honda announced that as the next step in its electrification strategy in North America, the company will focus on increasing hybrid volume of core models - CR-V, Accord and, in the fu...

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er 12, the 46th Baghdad International Fair was held in Iraq from November 2 to 10 local time. GWM participated in the Fair with its Haval, Tank and Poer sub-brands. At the Fair, Tank officially unveiled the Tank 300 compact SUV and planned to launch it in Iraq in the near future. This is the first step for Tank to enter Iraq, and Tank will further explore the Middle East market later. On April 19, at the Auto Shanghai 2023 event, Poer, a Great W...

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oose from three driving modes: economy, normal and mountain. Its cruising distance reaches to the maximum of 500 km. The Roewe W5 Urban Concept, a SUV concept of SAIC Motor, made its global debut at the Auto China 2014. The car is based on the Roewe W5, features a stylish and dynamic look. It has a step made of aluminum alloy, and uses alcantara synthetic leather for the interior. It is also equipped with advanced technologies such as a new human...

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er voluntary renewable energy program, developed with the supplier DTE Energy. The project provides for the supply of 400 MWp of photovoltaic electricity guaranteed through a Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA) starting from 2026 at a latest. The signing of this contract represents an important step towards on the decarbonization of the manufacturing activities based in North America. Stellantis' CO2 emissions will be reduced annually by appr...

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off. Lima Engine Plant has1,493 employees on strike or laid off. On October 26, Ford and the UAW have reached a tentative agreement in labor-management negotiations, six weeks into the strike, which will finally end the strikes at the Michigan, Chicago, Illinois, and Kentucky truck plants. The next step is the approval process by the 57,000 UAW members working at the Ford plants. If approved, the new collective agreement will run for four and a h...

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e of customer needs. On April 19, Iveco Bus announced that it is expanding the CROSSWAY intercity bus range with hybrid technology. The CROSSWAY Hybrid is compatible with XTL (X-To-Liquid) renewable fuels and biomethane. Available in 10.7, 12, and 13-meter lengths. The hybrid system pairs a Euro VI Step E compliant CURSOR 9 engine with a Voith DIWA NXT gearbox and a 35 kW peak electrical recovery motor. The setup significantly reduces fuel consum...

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to establish new 50 GWh battery plant in Gothenburg Gothenburg City approves plan of Northvolt- Volvo battery factory Northvolt and Volvo Cars updates about battery joint venture On February 9, Volvo Cars announced that NOVO Energy, the joint venture (JV) company with Northvolt, will take a crucial step towards developing sustainable battery technology with the start of construction of one of Europe's largest battery cell plants in Gothenburg. Th...

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