e the new rules of origin with Mexico and then present them to Canada ‌as ⁠a take-it-or-leave-it proposition. Greer has declined to clarify whether the USMCA would be maintained as a trilateral pact or broken into separate bilateral agreements. (Detroit News article and other sources on May 29, 2026)...

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Mitsubishi to partner with Nissan for new pickup built at Canton Plant On May 29, Mitsubishi announced its new mid- to long-term vision, beginning in fiscal year 2026, that includes plans to launch 13 new models over the next six years, focusing on both electrification and off-road-ready vehicles. Mitsubishi plans to enter the U.S. midsize pickup segment with a new truck developed and assembled alongside the next generation Nissan Frontier. The t...

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hipped from the Normal Plant in Illinois, customers will take personalized delivery of their vehicles at the nearest Rivian Service + Demo Center. The first vehicle available to order is R2 Performance with Launch Package, which comes with Autonomy+ included. The R2 Premium trim will arrive in late 2026, and Standard trim will follow in 2027. Starting June 9, prioritized invitations will be going out to customers on a rolling basis in batches as ...

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the HUMMER EV pickup at 130.7 inches long, while the HUMMER X SUV has a 8.5 inch shorter wheelbase  than the HUMMER EV SUV at 116.0 inches long.    •  At 80 inches wide they're almost 7 inches narrower, and both the truck and SUV are also about 7 inches lower in height. (GM release on May 28, 2026)...

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10 or 20 years into the future, exploring new designs, technology and experiences for GM customers", said Bryan Nesbitt, VP of Global Design, GM. The Pasadena campus is part of GM's global Advanced Design network, which also includes studios in Detroit, the UK, and Shanghai. (GM release on May 28, 2026)...

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n facility to hand-build the ultra-luxury Cadillac CELESTIQ, which are presented to individual customers at the renovated the Vanderbilt House on the complex.  To commemorate the 70-year anniversary, GM announced a USD 50 million commitment to support Michigan communities.  (GM release on May 26, 2026) (Detroit News article on May 26, 2026)...

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ic Marshalling Yard (DMY), previously separated by U.S. Highway 11 and active Norfolk Southern rail tracks.  The two facilities are now linked by a newly constructed land bridge offering approximately one mile of two‑lane roadway. Construction on the project began in 2025 and is completed now in 2026. The new connection will result in an estimated 70% reduction in vehicle shuttling costs, simplifies vehicle movement, and creates a more predict...

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Ashok Leyland, India to set up Indonesia subsidiary On May 28, Ashok Leyland's board approved the incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary in Indonesia, subject to applicable laws and regulatory approvals. Further details will be disclosed after the entity is incorporated. The move follows an MoU signed in February 2026 with PT Pindad, Indonesia's state-owned defence and industrial equipment manufacturer, covering joint development and manufac...

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Varroc Engineering, India updates about new business wins in Q4 FY 2026 On May 27, Varroc Engineering announced that in Q4 FY 2026 (ending March), its notable wins included a wall-charger order for its Romanian business from a global EV player, and gears and crankpin orders from its ICE powertrain solutions vertical. Management said these wins are intended to fill existing capacity and improve asset utilisation. The overseas electronics and ligh...

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BMW announces model updates for Summer 2026 On May 28, BMW announced several updates for summer 2026. BMW stated that a new AI-powered BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant will debut in the BMW iX3. The company added that older compatible vehicles will receive the feature through a software update starting from the end of May 2026, while additional models equipped with Operating System 9 and X will gain the technology from late 2026 in more global ...

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cle data, helping develop smarter and more efficient engineering processes. It will be based at the university’s Institute of Engineering Design and work closely with the Automotive Research Centre Niedersachsen, a major European mobility research hub. The position is expected to start by October 2026 and may become permanent after five years. The initiative also aims to grow the regional innovation network in Lower Saxony, Germany by involving...

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Mitsubishi Motors announces new mid- to long-term vision On May 29, 2026, Mitsubishi Motors announced its new mid- to long-term vision, beginning in FY2026 and looking ahead to 2030s. Amid increasingly uncertain business environment, including geopolitical risks and evolving environmental regulations, the company’s long-term direction is to enhance customer satisfaction and corporate value by strengthening distinctive products and the brand. By...

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s' role in cockpit electronics and next-generation mobility solutions. They cover multiple display technologies, including a large-format cockpit display for immersive user experiences, an e-Mirror display program, and two additional innovative display applications. Development is scheduled from Q2/2026 to Q4/2027. Delivery will leverage FORVIA Clarion Electronics’ regional footprint, supporting a local-for-local production approach while impro...

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tailed design with virtual copilots supporting engineers in real time; and (iv) auto-placement and routing leveraging Zuken’s Design Force engine which offers AI Place and Route (AI-PR) algorithms to address the stringent constraints of the automotive industry. (From a press release dated May 28, 2026)...

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ZF presents latest innovations at Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) showcased its latest technologies at the Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 in Yokohama, Japan, under the theme of “Intelligence in Control, Innovation in Driving”. The company highlighted its system-level approach to future mobility and its "Local for Local" strategy for the Japanese market. ZF presented its Chassis 2.0 concept for softwar...

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Passat Pro MQB evo PF A mid-size sedan. It was unveiled at the Chengdu Motor Show in Aug. 2024, and was launched in Sep. of the same year. It has a 1.5L or 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo engine. The Passat ePro, a PHEV version, was unveiled at the Auto Guangzhou in Nov. 2025, and was launched in May 2026. It has a 1.5L 4-cylinder turbo engine. The EV driving range is 157km, and the total driving range is 1468km (CLTC mode)....

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Tiguan L Pro MQB evo PF A mid-size crossover SUV. It is built at SAIC-VW's Anting plant. It was launched in May 2024. It has a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo engine. The Tiguan L ePro, a PHEV version, was exhibited at Auto China in Apr. 2026, and was launched in May of the same year. It has a 1.5L 4-cylinder turbo engine. The EV driving range is 143km, and the total driving range is 1423km (CLTC mode)....

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n, and South Korea, which face lower tariffs.  The official stressed that eliminating these tariffs is key to maintaining competitiveness, as exports to the U.S. have already shown signs of decline, while shipments to Canada and Europe have partially offset the impact. (Multiple sources on May 27, 2026)...

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V-Green signs agreement with VNPT to expand e-mobility infrastructure network across Vietnam Announced on May 26, 2026, V-Green and Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT) signed an agreement to deploy e-mobility infrastructure across VNPT’s nationwide network of transaction points and facilities. Under the plan, around 6,000 battery swapping cabinets and 100 EV charging stations will be installed at approximately 2,500 VNPT locations...

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Mitsubishi Motors to debut all-new Pajero cross-country SUV in autumn 2026 On May 29, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (Mitsubishi Motors) announced that its all-new cross-country SUV will be named Pajero and will be unveiled at a world premiere scheduled for autumn 2026. The Japanese version ceased production in 2019, making its first appearance in Japan in seven years. The model was discontinued in overseas markets in 2021, returning to the global...

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