dismissal agreement with labor unions (CCOO, UGT, and BuB), affecting 420 employees at its Basauri (Bizkaia) and Puente San Miguel (Cantabria) plants (232 in Basauri and 188 in Cantabria). This represents 126 fewer layoffs than the originally proposed 546. The layoffs are expected to begin by June 2025. The deal is supported by 69.4% of workers in a vote held on May 16, 2025. It includes (i) an increase annual production at the Basauri plant by ...

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nt dual-band Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4 for secure over-the-air software updates. Moreover, it supports smart car access solutions based on NXP’s Bluetooth Low Energy and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology, as well as an automotive secure element. This OrangeBox 2.0 is expected to be available in H2/2025 and will be showcased at Computex 2025 in Taipei, Taiwan, from May 20-23. (From a press release dated May 20, 2025)...

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s exhibited at recent motor shows being held around the world to investigate the trends in automotive HMI. This report first gives an overview of the features of new HMI technology, then describes individual HMI equipment.   Related Reports:Los Angeles Auto Show 2024: HMI in the U.S. Market (Jan. 2025)Paris Motor Show 2024: BEV HMIs (Dec. 2024)Car.HMI Europe 2024: Enriching User Experiences (Sep. 2024)Fusion of HMI and Interiors (Jul. 2024)HMI ...

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ns on first contract at Chattanooga plant VW offers 14% wage hike over four years to Chattanooga plant workers VW ID.4 to go back on sale, restart U.S. production with new door handles Audi and Porsche consider U.S. production to counter tariffs VW restarts ID.4 production in Chattanooga, announces 2025 pricing VW to cut one shift of production at Chattanooga plant, UAW files charges VW workers rally in Chattanooga after UAW files federal labor c...

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HPE Automotores do Brasil Ltda., Catalao Plant RVR/ASX (2013-2022), Lancer (2014-2020), Triton (L200 Triton, 2007-); Pajero TR4/Pajero iO (2002-2014), Outlander (-2017), Pajero (-2018), Outlander Sport (2020-2022); Eclipse Cross SUV (2019-), Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (2025-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 and Suzuki m...

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General Motors, Factory ZERO (Detroit-Hamtramck Plant) EV GMC Hummer (2021-), EV Hummer SUV (2023-), EV Cruise Origin shuttle (2023-, halted through 2024), Chevrolet Silverado EV (2024-), GMC Sierra EV (2024-), Cadillac Escalade IQ (2024-), Cadillac Escalade IQL (2025-); EV battery pack modules (2023-); Chevrolet PHV Volt (2010-2019) / Opel PHV Ampera (2011-2014); Chevrolet Malibu (2012-2016), Impala (2013-2020); Cadillac ELR (2013-2016), CT6 ...

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F) (China) Civic Hatchback (FF) (China) LIFE (FF) (China) M-NV (China) Qashqai (UK) ASX Outlander Sport eK X Dayz Highway Star eK Custom Dargo (FF) (China) Movano (Poland) Nivus (Brazil) DS 4 (Germany) DS 4 E-Tense (Germany) Model X (USA) Model 3 (USA) Note Aura ONE (China) 2023 2022 2024 2021 2020 2025 2017 2015 2016 2018 2019 2012 2013 2014 2010 2011 2008 2009 Bumper Rear bumper bracket Front bumper bracket Front bumper Front bumper hole cover ...

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ch Republic) Q3 Sportback (Hungary) Corolla Altis (Thailand) el-Born (Germany) T-Roc (Portugal) Cooper SE (UK) Puma (Romania) 208 (Slovakia) Defender (Slovakia) Kamiq (Czech Republic) ID.3 (Germany) Golf (Germany) Civic (USA) eK Wagon Dayz Dayz Roox 2017 2014 2016 2015 2012 2011 2013 2008 2009 2024 2025 2023 2022 2021 2019 2020 2026 2010 2018 Rear frame Rear tunnel top Chassis frame Front side frame Front frame Front floor frame Rear side member ...

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(RR) (China) Patrol Safari Innova Crysta (India) Baleno (India) CR-V e:HEV Freed Hybrid Freed + Freed + Hybrid Celerio (India) GLA (China) CX-3 CX-30 Mazda3 Sedan Q3 Sportback (Hungary) Outlander PHEV (Thailand) iX1 (4WD) (China) 2013 2015 2017 2016 2010 2008 2009 2011 2012 2014 2024 2023 2022 2021 2025 2018 2019 2020 Rear diffusor Spoiler Rear roof spoiler Back door spoiler Rear spoiler Front spoiler (option) Kick sensor Spoiler system Spoiler (...

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yah starts accepting pre-orders for Courage electric SUV Voyah launches Courage electric SUV Voyah simultaneously launches global version of Courage SUV in three European countries DFMC breaks ground on industrialized project on integrated die casting Nissan to end production in Wuhan, China, in FY 2025 Nissan to unveil next-generation X-Trail and e-POWER technology On April 18, at the Auto Shanghai 2023 event, Dongfeng Nissan announced that it w...

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n posted prior to the update. Japan, Philippines, Brazil, Argentine, Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, UK, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovenia, Slovakia, Turkey, Morocco, South Africa, Iran Maker/Brand Dates of changes Remarks March 7, 2025 The "Renault-Nissan" group has been changed and is now listed separately as "Renault" and "Nissan."As a result, the maker/brand group has also be...

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Global carmakers back hybrids as key step toward full EV adoption in Thailand Reported on May 15, 2025, leading automakers from Japan, China, and Europe called on the Thai government to support a gradual transition to electrified vehicles (xEVs) alongside traditional petrol and diesel models, highlighting hybrids as a key step toward full electrification. At the recent BOI seminar, “Shaping the Future of xEV in Thailand,” 6 major brands (Merc...

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CAMPI-TMA: April 2025 vehicle sales in Philippines reach 33,580 units, down 10.0% YoY Reported on May 20, 2025, in a report released by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. (CAMPI) and the Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA), vehicle sales in April fell 10.0% YoY to 33,580 units, marking the first YoY drop in monthly sales since February 2022. Compared to March 2025, sales were also down by 16.7%. Passenger car sales ...

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Stellantis, Fiat Auto Argentina S.A., Cordoba (Ferreyra) Plant Fiat Palio Fire (-2017), Siena EL (178 family, 2008-2015), Cronos (2017-), Landtrek (2025 - planning), Titano (2025 - ), Ram 1200 (2025 planning - ); New Palio (326 family, 2012-2017); Gear boxes C513 Fiat, MA5 Peugeot Citroen (production idling); Engine (planning); Engine: Multijet 2.2 (2025-) Suspensions Stellantis (FCA)'s passenger car assembly plant, transmission production is i...

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Mercedes-Benz Argentina S.A., Juan Manuel Fangio Plant Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (1996-), Vito (2015-2019), Accelo 815 (2019-2025 planning), Atron 1735 (2016-2019), Atego 1721/1726 (-2025 planning); Bus chassis OF 1621, OF 1721, OH 1621, OH 1721 (all of them -2026 planning) Accelo 815 (2019-2025) Atego 1721/1726 (-2025);-->> Accelo 815 (2019-2025 planning) Atego 1721/1726 (-2025 planning); Commercial vehicle assembly plant - Investment:    202...

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9 is equipped with a PowerShift automated transmission, while both models include ABS, ASR, and hill-start assist. The Actros lineup was also updated with the models 2045 LS/36 and 2545 LS/33 ClassicSpace. The OEM continues with the construction of the Zárate manufacturing center that, in november 2025, is expected to start receiving the tooling and most of the 250 workers who currently work on the Accelo and Atego manufacturing lines at the Vir...

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Ford Motor Argentina, Pacheco Plant Ford Focus (4&5 door) (-2019), Ranger (Cab, Crew Cab, Super Cab) (1996-); Ford Everest SUV (planning); Engines: 2.2 L & 3.2 L Puma TDCi diesel engine (2012-), Lion 3.0L V6 (2024-), 2.0L Panther (2025-), Stamping Parts Stamping, engine and vehicle assembly plant, Ford Argentina S.A. - Investment:    2023: USD 660 million (USD 580 million for Ranger 2024, and USD 80 million for engines)    since 2010: USD...

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Lexus 2026 RZ debuts in North America with more electric performance On May 19, Lexus debuted the enhanced 2026 RZ made in North American debut today. The battery electric luxury SUV features comprehensive revisions for more power and  greater range. The 2026 RZ is assembled at the Motomachi plant in Japan and is expected to go on sale later in 2025. The 2026 RZ features a redesigned battery electric system, delivering increased motor output, an...

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ented less than 0.1% of the volume it sells in China, according to a company spokesperson. The Durant Guild was established in 2022 and named after GM founder Billy Durant to import premium models such as the GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Tahoe into China. (Detroit Free Press and other sources on May 19, 2025)...

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will increase between USD 1,075 and USD 1,600•    Impreza is slated to get a USD 750 increase•    Solterra EV will not increase in price  The dealer notice suggested the increases may be “insufficient to cover the costs of the tariffs, so we expect additional increases before the end of 2025.” Subaru imports about 45% of its U.S.-sold vehicles from Japan. (multiple sources on May 19, 2025)...

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