Rimac powers Bugatti Tourbillon with advanced 800V hybrid system and custom e-axles On June 12, Rimac Technology developed and integrated the advanced battery, e-axles, and control systems for the Bugatti Tourbillon hypercar with Bugatti Rimac’s engineers. The hypercar features a high-tech 800 V hybrid system that pairs a naturally aspirated 8.3-liter V16 engine with electric motors for instant performance. At its core are three electric motors...

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Ford unveils first Ranger PHEV in Europe with 43 km EV range On June 12, Ford Europe unveiled the new Ranger Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) — the first Ranger with a gasoline-electric hybrid system that works on-road and off-road. It comes in three versions: Stormtrak launch edition, the rugged Wildtrak, and the high-spec XLT.  The model comes with a five-seat Double Cab and a tough, practical load bed that fits a Euro pallet between the wheel arches. ...

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Renault’s Software République launches “vision 4rescue” to transform emergency services On June 11, Renault announced that in Viva Technology 2025, Software République which is a partnership of seven European companies (i.e., Atos, Dassault Systèmes, JCDecaux, Orange, Renault Group, STMicroelectronics, and Thales)—teamed up with three fire departments to launch “vision 4rescue,” a smart, connected system to increase the speed and c...

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IVECO unveils new electric lineup with S-eWay Artic, eJolly, and eSuperJolly at 50xBeyond event On June 12, IVECO unveiled several models at the 50xBeyond event in Turin (from June 12 to 15, 2025), expanding its eco-friendly lineup. These include the new IVECO S-eWay Artic heavy-duty electric truck, the eJolly and eSuperJolly electric light commercial vehicles, and a special S-Way Limited Edition Anniversario. The IVECO S-eWay Artic makes its fir...

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Toyota Motor East Japan, Miyagi Ohira Plant Toyota HV JPN Taxi (January 2021-), Yaris Cross (August 2020-), Yaris Cross HV (August 2020-), Sienta (June 2015-), Sienta HV (June 2015-), Corolla Axio (May 2011-Production to end in October 2025), Corolla Axio HV (August 2013-Production to end in October 2025), Corolla Fielder (May 2012-Production to end in October 2025), Corolla Fielder HV (August 2013-Production to end in October 2025) Toyota East ...

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Zeekr Power’s charging map available in Hong Kong On June 9, Zeekr announced the Hong Kong launch of Zeekr Power’s charging map. This makes Hong Kong the first location outside of the Chinese mainland to activate the service. Zeekr Power forged a strategic partnership with E-Charge (HK), Hong Kong’s largest public charging network platform, to gain access to over 170 charging stations and over 2,300 terminal charging devices, covering all l...

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NXP and Rimac Technology to advance centralized architecture for SDVs NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NXP) has collaborated with Rimac Technology to develop a centralized vehicle architecture for advanced domain and zonal control in SDVs, leveraging NXP’s S32E2 real-time processors, designed to address current and future automotive connectivity, security, and safety. The solution consolidates more than 20 ECUs into just 3 centralized units, providing ...

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Proton e.MAS 7 EV launched in Trinidad and Tobago Announced on June 9, 2025, Malaysia’s Proton officially launched the e.MAS 7 in Trinidad and Tobago, the second international market for its first EV model after Nepal. The launch event in Port of Spain was hosted by local distributor ANSA Motors, which also opened a new EV showroom at The City of Grand Bazaar to support the growing EV market. The e.MAS 7, available in Premium specification, off...

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Indonesia: BYD, GAC Aion and VinFast set up EV plants Government provides tax incentives for EVs and HVs, EV battery production grows Summary Electrification policy: In 2025, value added tax, import duties, and luxury goods sales tax reduction for EVs; luxury goods sales tax reduction for HVs Electrified vehicle sales in Indonesia: 2024 BEV sales increase 2.5 times to 43,000 units VinFast, BYD and GAC Aion to build EV plants Increasing production...

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Audi AG, Audi Sport GmbH, Neckarsulm Plant A4 Sedan (2007-), EV A4 e-tron (2026-planning), A5 Cabriolet, S5 Cabriolet, RS5 Cabriolet (-2014), A5 Sedan (PPC platform) (2024-), A5 Avant (PPC platform) (2024-), S5 Sedan (PPC platform) (2024-), S5 Avant (PPC platform) (2024-), A6 Sedan, A6 Avant, A6 allroad quattro (2006-), A6 Mild Hybrid(2018-), A6 PHV (2019-), S6 Sedan, S6 Avant, RS6 Avant (2008-), A7 Sportback (2010-), A7 Sportback Mild hybrid (20...

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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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bZ5 e-TNGA/e-SUBARU GLOBAL PF Mid-size electric crossover SUV coupe designed for Generation Z and developed jointly with BYD. Its concept model, bZ Sport Crossover, was displayed at Auto Shanghai 2023, and its production model at Auto China 2024. Its model name was renamed from bZ3C to bZ5, and its orders were started at Auto Shanghai in Apr. 2025. The cruising range (CLTC mode) will be 550 km and 630 km....

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bZ7 e-TNGA/e-SUBARU GLOBAL PF Mid- to large-size electric sedan. Its concept model was displayed at Auto Guangzhou in Nov. 2024, and its production model at Auto Shanghai in Apr. 2025. It will be built at GAC Toyota's plant....

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MAN Truck & Bus (S.A.) (Pty) Ltd., Pinetown Plant Trucks: MAN TGS WW, MAN TGL/TGM, MAN CLA (Cargo Line), VW Constellation; Bus Chassis Rear Engine, TG Bus Chassis Front Engine, VW Volksbus Front Engine Plant of MAN Truck & Bus (S.A.), part of TRATON SE - Number of Employees: 125 (as of 2021) - Production started in 1962. VWCO strengthens presence in South Africa with assembly of new Volksbuses MAN Truck & Bus delivers first all-electric Lion's ...

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MAN Bus & Coach (Pty) Ltd, Olifantsfontein Plant Buses: MAN Lion Explorer, MAN Lion City, MAN Lion Intercity (2013-), EV Lion's Explorer E (2025-), VW Volksbus Plant of Buses of MAN Truck & Bus (S.A.), part of TRATON SE - Number of Employees: 160 (as of 2021) - Production started in 1999. MAN Truck & Bus SA invests ZAR 48.8 million in eMobility programmes VWCO strengthens presence in South Africa with assembly of new Volksbuses MAN Truck & Bus ...

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R.E.T. GmbH Germany -Shareholder(s): Reiff GmbH, Reutlingen Gasket Seal Foaming Plastic injection molding Various rubber processing Gaskets for Electronics Elastomeric Absorber System Silicone-metal Compound and Silicon Foamed Seal ISO14001 IATF16949 (Formerly ISO/TS16949)...

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Q5/SQ5 MQB PF MLB evo PF PPC PF A 5-seater mid-size crossover SUV/SUV coupe. The SQ5 is a high-performance version. The new model was unveiled in Sep. 2024, and was launched in Mar. 2025. The Q5 and SQ5 adopt the 48V mild hybrid system as standard. The Q5 has a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo gasoline engine or a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine. The SQ5 has a 3.0L V6 turbo gasoline engine. The Q5 e-hybrid, a PHEV version, was revealed in Jun. 2025. It ...

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General Motors, Fairfax Assembly & Stamping Plant Chevrolet Malibu (2015-2024), Malibu HV (-2020); Buick LaCrosse(-2016); Cadillac XT4 (2018-2025 planning); EV Chevrolet Bolt (2025 planning-), Chevrolet Equinox (2027-planning); Affordable EV (planning) Passenger car assembly plant near Kansas City - Year opened: 1987 - Announced investment since 2014: USD 439 million - Employees as of Feb 2025: 2,229 GM restarts some production, keeps other plan...

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