cles annually and generate up to 20,000 direct and indirect jobs. So far, 500 workers have been trained, and 1,000 are expected to be hired in 2025. The full-scale local manufacturing will progress gradually, with nationalization of popular models. Ford announced it will launch 15 new models in the European market within the next five years. A compact "EcoSport" SUV will be launched in Europe within 18 months. The "EcoSport" is now built in Brazi...

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SAIC-GM-Wuling debuts Baojun 310 subcompact hatchback SGMW launched its new medal BaoJun RS-3 which started production SGMW launches all-new SUV New Baojun RS-3 SAIC-GM-Wuling announces 2020 market plan The factory operation status in China as a result of the effects of the coronavirus (European, U.S. and Korean) SAIC GM’s Wuling brand releases new energy logistics vehicle and plans launch in mid-to-late April SAIC GM’s Wuling bra...

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in issues Ford idles Louisville, Oakville assembly plants due to severe weather Ford building F-150s, Edge without electronic modules, halting Louisville, Cologne production Ford idles multiple North American plants, cancels overtime due to chip shortage Ford extends downtime at North American, European plants amid chip shortage Ford confirms new round of North American production cutbacks Ford again idles multiple North American plants ami...

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u Branch sign a 5G strategic cooperation agreement Land Rover starts preorders for face-lifted Discovery Sport in China on January 1, 2020 Chery JLR completes production of first all-new Land Rover Discovery Sport The factory operation status in China as a result of the effects of the coronavirus (European, U.S. and Korean) Chery JLR launches all-new Discovery Sport The factory operation of Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) China as a result of the effect...

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Hangzhou. Geely Holding Group exhibits Geely Xing Yue L, LYNK&CO 02 Hatchback, and ZEEKR 001 Auto Shanghai 2023: Geely to debut Galaxy L7 plug-in hybrid SUV and Livan 7 battery electric SUV Auto Shanghai 2023: Geely debuts intelligent cabin for Galaxy L7 as well as Livan 7, and Zeekr launches its European strategy Zeekr unveils five core NEV technologies, starts accepting pre-orders for 001 FR luxury battery electric supercar Auto Guangzhou 20...

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eases Chinese model name of its mid-to-large-sized SUV Blazer SAIC GM’s Chevrolet brand disclosed its first pure-electric Menlo SAIC GM’s Buick brand launches mid-to-large-sized SUV Enclave and Enclave Avenir The factory operation status in China as a result of the effects of the coronavirus (European, U.S. and Korean) SAIC GM launches preorders of Blazer, Chevrolet’s 7-seat mid-sized SUV Cadillac launches CT4 mid-sized sedan in China on ...

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charged diesel engine. The start of sales is scheduled for autumn 2024. On August 30, at the Chengdu Motor Show 2024 (CDMS 2024), Tank, a Great Wall Motor (GWM) sub-brand, unveiled the gasoline edition of the Tank 400 mid-to-large-size urban off-road SUV. The model will be launched in the Chinese, European, and Asian markets simultaneously. The Tank 400 gasoline edition, a global model after the Tank 400 Hi4-T. Equipped with a new 2.0T Miller-cy...

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ered by a 160kW/380Nm 2.0T engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission. On August 30, at the Chengdu Motor Show 2024 (CDMS 2024), Tank, a Great Wall Motor (GWM) sub-brand, unveiled the gasoline edition of the Tank 400 mid-to-large-size urban off-road SUV. The model will be launched in the Chinese, European, and Asian markets simultaneously. The Tank 400 gasoline edition, a global model after the Tank 400 Hi4-T. Equipped with a new 2.0T Miller-cy...

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icane) producing 272 hp and 40.8 kgfm, with 4x4 traction and a nine-speed automatic transmission. On March 28, it was reported that Stellantis is in advanced talks to locally produce Leapmotor EVs in Brazil, following the recent decision to manufacture the brand’s EVs in Zaragoza, Spain. With the European setup finalized, Stellantis is now focusing on Latin America, with Brazil as a key market for expanding Leapmotor’s presence. While initial...

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he factory operation status in China as a result of the effects of the coronavirus (Chinese) BYD launches all-new Seal battery electric coupe BYD launches two new energy passenger vehicles in Brazil and commences local production BYD acquires 100% equity in Silver Bus Geneva MS 2024: BYD announces European debut of SEAL U DM-I SUV Auto China 2024: Yangwang presents full lineup and debuts Yangwang U7 BYD launches new Sea Lion 07 electric SUV BYD ...

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world premiere at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show, the new Peugeot Rifter starts its international marketing in September and is produced in the factories of Vigo (Spain) and Mangualde (Portugal). On June 26, Groupe PSA informed it intends to consolidate its leading market share of more than 30% on the European B-LCV market, by launching a new generation of the Peugeot Partner, Citroen Berlingo and Opel/Vauxhall Combo. These vehicles, resulting from ...

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mbined more than 1,250 workers at plants in Brazil and Argentina in response to growing demand for commercial vehicles in South America. In Argentina the Gonzales Catan plant will add 300 employees, bringing its total number of workers to 1,800. On March 9 Daimler announced production launch of the European Sprinter model. The Sprinter is a flagship model for Mercedes-Benz Vans and is currently introduced to Latin America for passenger transporta...

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the fourth model after the two EQS and EQE Saloons as well as the EQS SUV, the EQE SUV uses the new all-electric platform. The modular drive concept enables the EQE SUV to offer a wide range of maximum total drive outputs from 215 to 300 kW. Depending on the vehicle equipment and configuration, European vehicles can achieve WLTP ranges of up to 590 kilometers. Production of the EQE SUV will start at the Mercedes‑Benz plant in Tuscaloosa, Al...

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Automotive opens USD 9 million powertrain lab at Irvine, California headquarters Karma showcases new Revero GTS in Los Angeles Karma reveals AWD extended range e-flex platform for pickup truck applications Karma Automotive announces high-range Revero GTE sedan to launch in spring 2021 Karma grows European retail network by adding motorsports manufacturer in Valencia, Spain Karma expands European retail network to include Germany, Switzerland, ...

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the battery for free, if the battery cannot retain a capacity of at least 9 out of the 12 bars as displayed on the gauge even after a full charge, for 5 years or 100,000 kms, whichever comes first. This covers all original LEAFs since its launch in late 2010. This service is offered to the U.S. and European LEAF owners as well. Renault-Nissan Alliance announced the new generation platform CMF, Common Module Family on June 19. Nicknamed "Big Modul...

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dition to the Fairfax, Kansas plant where the current model is assembled. It is planned to be launched as the 2013 model. GM announced it will display its mid-size sedan "Chevrolet Malibu" at the Frankfurt Motor Show and put the model on market in Europe next year, following the U.S. and China. The European model comes with two types of engines: a 2.0-liter 164 hp gasoline and a 2.4-liter 169 hp diesel engine. Both are 4-cylinder engines mated to...

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global entry. The Alaskan is powered by Renault’s four-cylinder, twin-turbo diesel 2.3-liter dCi engine.  On October 25, Mercedes-Benz Vans revealed the mid-size one-ton five-seat Concept X-CLASS pickup truck in Stockholm. It will be launched in late 2017 under the name Mercedes-Benz X-Class in European markets, Argentina, Brazil, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. In cooperation with the Renault-Nissan Alliance, production for the Euro...

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sales for Q3 2022 GM pushes back 400,000-unit EV production target by 6 months to early 2024 Cadillac ramps up Lyriq production, builds 1,000 units in September alone Cadillac Lyriq EV again qualifies for USD 7,500 federal tax credit GM announces start of EV sales in France as it returns to European markets GM Factory Zero works to mitigate fire risk problem Cadillac to start 2025 XT5 first-gen production in Spring Hill as China gets seco...

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iding a maximum range of over 400 km. The vehicle will be built at Ampere ElectriCity plant in Douai, France, with sales starting before the end of 2025. The second new vehicle to be launched in Europe in 2025 will be the third generation LEAF. It has been developed on Nissan's CMF-EV platform. The European version of the new LEAF will be manufactured at Sunderland plant, in England. Beyond 2025, Nissan is also developing the third-generation JUK...

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Detroit Auto Show in January, Toyota launched a voting campaign to decide the plural form of Prius, inviting the general public to participate in the voting, which attracted more than 1.8 million voters. "Prii" won a 25 percent vote. Toyota is launching its new "Prius α" in Japan on May 13. In the European market the "Prius +" based on a 3-row version of the "Prius α" will be released in the middle of 2012. Toyota reported a recall of 47,704 "P...

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