ion capacity by 25 percent and also expand local sourcing of components and materials. GM announced on May 31 that Chevrolet introduced the all-new Cruze in Brazil. The new Cruze is produced at the Rosario plant in Argentina. The new Cruze is equipped with the unprecedented engine with turbo Ecotec technology with stop/start and direct fuel injection. GM announced on November 30 that Chevrolet introduced the new generation of the Cruze5, a vehicl...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/06/23

, deputy secretary of SMATA, confirmed that Volkswagen assigned a new model to its Pacheco plant, emphasizing Argentina's strategic role despite production cuts in Germany. Some reports indicate that the pickup will have both hybrid and combustion engine options, aligning with global sustainability trends. However, Volkswagen has yet to confirm technical specifications, and the extent of SAIC’s involvement remains unknown. On April 2, Volkswage...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/06/23

ed in the eMobility Center and with 26 more planned for this year. These prototypes undergo rigorous testing in various conditions i.e. ice, snow, and blazing heat to bring the eTruck closer to series production. On June 26, MAN Truck and Bus announced that by 2024, they aim to provide high-voltage technology training to around 1,000 employees from the Munich plant, while customer service employees are also participating in qualification programs...

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n of the eTGS and eTGX trucks in Munich is set to begin in June 2025. Currently, Nuremberg can produce 50,000 battery packs per year, but the M50 building is designed for up to 100,000 units. On May 13, MAN Truck & Bus launched a fully electric coach, the Lion's Coach E. It uses proven eTruck drive technology and advanced NMC batteries made at MAN’s Nuremberg plant. The coach offers battery options from 356 to 534 kWh, giving it a range of up ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/06/18

ns in February 1992. - Nakanoseki District started operations in December 1981. - Number of employees: 4,250 (As of March 31, 2024) Mazda launched new Axela with GVC Mazda starts CX-3 production at Hofu Plant H1 Mazda to start CX-5 production at Hofu Plant from November Mazda makes advanced safety technology standard in Demio Mazda CX-3 gasoline engine version receives WLTC Mode certification Mazda adds gasoline engine variant for CX-3 small SUV...

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te of São Paulo, Brazil, for the development of flexible hybrid engines, portfolio updates, and the modernization of the state's plants. This investment is part of a BRL 7 billion investment package to be applied between 2024 and 2028. "Brazil will be the first market to offer GM's flexible hybrid technology globally […]" said Rory Harvey, Executive Vice President, and President of GM Global Markets. Santiago Chamorro, President of GM South Am...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/31

' Zaragoza factory begins production of upgraded Opel Corsa after summer break Production halt due to component supply issues in Stellantis Zaragoza plant, Spain Spain approves seven new PERTE VEC II battery projects Opel announces EV plans for 2024 Stellantis unveils Opel Corsa with 48-Volt hybrid technology Stellantis and Spanish Ministry collaborates on 'Antares Project' in Figueruelas, Spain Aragon Government commits funding support to Zarago...

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Mitsubishi Motor R&D Europe GmbH (MRDE) (Trebur) Mitsubishi Motors’ R&D center, responsible for design and model development, incorporating the European design trends. - Number of Employees: 14 (as of 2024). - Capital: EUR 767,000 (as of March 2019). Mitsubishi Motors to unveil all-electric Eclipse Cross SUV in September 2025 On May 13, Mitsubishi Motors announced the launch of a new all-electric C-segment SUV, the 'Eclipse Cross', in Eu...

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Folgore (2025-Q4 2025 planning); Assembly of EV batteries (2023-); Electric drive motors (2020-); Stellantis (FCA), Passenger car assembly plant, the Grugliasco plant is scheduled to be closed and production will be transferred in 2024. SUSTAINera Circular Economy Hub to start in 2023, and Battery Technology Center opened in Sept. 2023, grEEn-campus. From January 2025, it will function as Stellantis Europe HQ and the headquarters of the Group's ...

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eeks. The Hermosillo Plant, producing the Fusion and Lincoln MKZ, and the Cuautitlan plant, producing the Fiesta, will also close for short periods. On January 3, Ford announced that it is cancelling plans for a new USD 1.6 billion plant in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. Changing its plans to meet market trends, Ford has found capacity at its Hermosillo plant in Mexico to build the next-generation Focus. Ford Motor Company took a USD 199 million charge...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/05/19

ts car "S2000" will be terminated at the end of June 2009. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. will start production of mini vehicles at its Suzuka Factory in 2012. It will also start production engineering research activities aimed at reducing both vehicle weight and cost. The company is looking to leverage the technology to the compact vehicle segment in the future as well. The Group, on the other hand, has decided to cancel the new plant project at Yachigyo...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/18

brid SH-AWD"system will be added. Its maximum output is 370 hp and EPA-estimated fuel economy will be 30/30/30 mpg. On December 17th, American Honda announced a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of the 2013MY Acura TSX Sport Wagon. The price of the base model is USD31,860. The price of a technology package that is equipped with Acura-version audio system and navigation system is USD35,510 (which does not include a delivery and other fe...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/04

tering the final stages of completion to be ready for operation. The plant has a strategic location, on the shore of Cua Luc Bay, convenient for both domestic and international trade. The PM also encouraged Skoda Auto to focus on R&D of electric vehicles, increase the localization rate, and promote technology transfer in Vietnam.  Announced on March 22, Thanh Cong Group (TC Group) will hold the inauguration ceremony of Thanh Cong Viet Hung Autom...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/03/28

and ICVs GAC Energy forms partnership with Goldenport Enterprises to jointly promote development of NEV industry GAC Group contributes CNY 40 million to establish partnership enterprise for exploration of high-precision map industry GAC Group debuts AI large model platform GAC Component establishes technology company with another company GAC Group releases latest “1551” internationalization strategy GAC Group forms partnerships with Bosch Chi...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/03/26

Haval Motor Manufacturing Rus has become the second-largest automobile plant in Russia in terms of production volume. Last year, it produced 130 thousand cars.  On March 17, Haval launched a new five-seater crossover HAVAL H7 in Russia. The production of the new Haval H7 crossover using full-cycle technology has been established at the Haval plant in the Tula region. The first batch of serial cars has already rolled off the assembly line. Sales ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/03/20

he domestic market as well for the export market. Turkish carmaker Anadolu Isuzu to suspend production amid weak demand Anadolu Isuzu successfully completes first phase of Smart Factory project Anadolu Isuzu made delivers NovoCITI VOLT to France Anadolu Isuzu to incorporate Proterra’s battery technology Isuzu presents electric and alternative fuel models at Busworld Turkey 2022 Isuzu, Turkey to obtain 55% of electricity needs from solar ene...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/03/05

m (including functions such as emergency rescue and roadside assistance) and a Toyota Safety Sense system (Toyota’s collision avoidance assist package) are available on some versions of the vehicle. On April 21, according to multiple media sources, the Guangzhou Municipal Industry and Information Technology Bureau stated that affected by the scattered COVID cases in Hong Kong and some cities in mainland China, along with the tightened epidemic ...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/02/14

etrol Opens for Booking with Sport Hybrid i-DCD Variant Introduced Honda Malaysia launched the New Jazz and with Sporty Hybrid i-DCD Honda Malaysia introduces all-new CR-V with advanced technologies Honda City Hybrid officially launched in Malaysia All-New CR-V returns with next generation advanced technology Honda City surpasses 300,000-unit sales in Malaysia Honda's locally produced hybrid models reach milestone of 10,000 units sold Honda Malay...

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Mercedes-Benz do Brasil Ltda. CDT (São Bernardo do Campo) Mercedes-Benz's R&D location, in charge or development of commercial vehicles. - CDT: Centro de Desenvolvimento Tecnológico (Technologic Development Center) - Number of employees: 563 (as of Jan., 2022) - Establishment: 1991 Mercedes-Benz do Brasil's Technology Center Celebrates 30 Years On September 1, Mercedes-Benz do Brasil announced that alongside celebrating 65 years of operations...

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ith 1.5L direct injection VTEC TURBO engines. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. said on June 29, 2017, that the automaker would release a redesigned version of the Fit compact sedan on June 30, 2017. The improvements include an adoption of all eight functions of the Honda Sensing advanced safety driver assists technology suite for both gasoline and hybrid models. The features include autonomous braking, false start prevention function and other functions for...

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