Audi unveils RS 5 with plug-in hybrid powertrain On May 29, Audi announced that the new Audi RS 5 will be available in the European market from the end of June 2026. The new model was developed through close collaboration between its engine development team in Neckarsulm, Germany, and Audi Hungaria in Győr, Hungary. The new RS 5 features a plug-in hybrid powertrain that combines a twin-turbocharged V6 engine with an electric motor, making it the...

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updated. - Established in June 2021. DFM sub-brands to export EVs to Spain, Portugal Auto China 2024: DFMC to exhibit over 20 NEVs, multiple technology innovations Voyah, InGeek to jointly promote auto intelligentization Voyah to strive for annual sales volume of 200,000 units, introduce over 4 new models or facelifts in 2025 Dongfeng Motor Group promotes green packaging procurement Voyah, Volcano Engine to co-build high-end NEV technology ecosys...

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f vulnerable road users, and smoother, safer handovers in Level 2 and Level 3 environments.   In closing, Magna emphasized that the next level of ADAS safety requires reducing annoying warnings that lead to system disuse, adapting assistance to situational context, and moving beyond average driver models toward individual baselines. According to the company, fusing interior and exterior sensing is essential to improve reliability, reduce false p...

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NIO launches all-new ES9 flagship electric SUV On May 27, NIO launched the all-new ES9 flagship battery electric SUV. The model is available in three versions (each offering two six-seat layouts: center-console or aisle configurations), totaling six variants. Prices range from CNY 498,000 to CNY 628,000 with battery included, or from CNY 390,000 to CNY 520,000 under the Battery as a Service (BaaS) scheme. The ES9 measures 5,365mm long, 2,029mm wi...

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d. It will work in global coordination with Chery’s Global Technology Innovation Center, Shanghai R&D Center, and the UK Gaydon Global Design Center. Once fully operational, the Suzhou Research Institute will be able to accommodate an R&D team of up to 300 employees. It is reported that the first model under the Freelander brand, the Freelander 8, has entered the final stage before launch. Positioned as a luxury, high-tech, all-terrain SUV, it ...

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was aimed to be released from 2026. The company will maintain the development of new technologies such as battery and platform technologies planned to be introduced in the next-generation EV. Toyota will abandon the development of the Lexus LF-ZC, which it revealed as its next-generation EV concept model at the “Japan Mobility Show 2023”. Toyota stated at the time that the EV would adopt its new “gigacast” module structure consisting of t...

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MPV GL8 ENCASA EV (2026-), PHV SUV Electra E7 (2026-); Chevrolet: Malibu XL, Blazer MHV (2021-), HV SUV TRAVERSE (2026-planning); Cadillac: CT5 (2019-), CT4 (2020-), XT4 (2022-), EV SUV VISTIQ (2026-); Engines; Buick: Park Avenue (-2013), Velite 5 EV (April 2017-production ended), Sail (export models, 2003-2023), Excelle (-August 2016, 2018-production ended), Enclave (2019-production ended), Regal GS (-2023), EV SUV Velite 7 (2020-2022), GL8...

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eely Automobile releases 2020 financial results and establishes joint venture with Geely Holding Group ZEEKR brand of Geely Holding Group to introduce first product on April 15 Geely Holding Group exhibits Geely Xing Yue L, LYNK&CO 02 Hatchback, and ZEEKR 001 Geely-Baidu joint venture expects first model release in 3 years Geely Holding incorporates wholly-owned NEV technology subsidiary in Sichuan Province Geely Holding sets up sub-subsidiary in...

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2025, according to multiple media reports, SAIC-GM (Shenyang) Norsom Motors Co., Ltd. plans to close its plant. - SAIC-GM (Shenyang) Norsom Motors Co., Ltd. was established on Dec 10, 1991. SAIC GM releases new generation Chevrolet Cruze SAIC GM ends production of GMT201 based GL8 models SAIC GM launches custom version of new Chevrolet Cruze SAIC GM to showcase 44 models under three brands Buick’s Envision Plus Avenir, Verano ...

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tor begins global presales of its all-new 5G intelligent electric MARVEL R SUV under R brand SAIC Motor, Shanghai’s Pudong New Area and Alibaba Group launches high-end intelligent battery electric vehicle project FAW and Audi to enhance their partnership by upgrading their sales network for Audi models in China SAIC Motor, ZJ Hi-Tech and Alibaba joint venture Zhiji Motor officially registered SAIC Motor’s subsidiary SDEC to hold 100% shares...

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ts exterior is designed to demonstrate both global trend and Chinese beauty. The car also comes with air quality sensors (AQSs), a PM2.5 air cleaner and an in-vehicle infotainment system jointly developed by Harman of the U.S. On April 9, 2015, Geely launched the new Borui in China. The new B-class model is available in seven variants, priced from CNY 119,800 to CNY 229,800. The new Borui is built at Geely's Chunxiao plant in Ningbo City, Zhejian...

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n investment in a research and development center Pininfarina is going to set up in Pune. The company also indicated its intention of taking over an additional investment Pininfarina is planning. the Company will start taking orders for the Nano super low-cost vehicles. The 4-door, 4-seater compact model measures about 3 meters in length. Powered by a 623cc, 2-cylinder engine mated to a 4-speed manual transmission system, it offers maximum speed ...

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EV (FF) (China) MG ZS (FF) (China) MG3 (FF) (China) MG5 (FF) (China) MG6 PHEV (FF) (China) Micra (France) Micra (Mexico) Mii (Slovakia) MINI (UK) MINI ONE (UK) Minicab Truck Mira e:S Mira Tocot Mirage (Thailand) MiTo (Italy) MKS (USA) MKT (Canada) MKZ (Mexico) Mocca (4WD) (China) Mocca (FF) (China) Model 3 (USA) Model S (USA) Model X (USA) Model Y (USA) Modus (Spain) Mokka (Spain) Mokka X (Spain) Mondeo (Belgium) Move Move Canbus Mulsanne (UK) Mu...

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Irizar unveils second generation of i6S Efficient Hydrogen coach in Europe On May 29, Irizar unveiled the second generation of its hydrogen coach (FCEV), positioning it as Europe’s first zero-emission H2 coach for long-distance transport. The new model has already completed homologation and is set to begin real-world operations with Alsa in Madrid during the summer. It introduces improvements over the previous version, including increased passe...

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Hilux IMV PF New IMV PF This pickup truck is produced in Thailand. The new model, released in May 2026, is called the "Hilux Travo" in Thailand. For the Japanese market, only the double cab part-time 4WD version is available. It is equipped with a 2.8L inline 4-cylinder diesel turbo engine (1GD-FTV). The maximum payload is 500kg....

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llfire, Vellfire HV, Toyota Land Cruiser "70" series pickup (for export only) Toyota Esquire (2014-December 2021), Esquire HV (2014-December 2021), Estima (January 1990-October 2019), Estima HV (June 2002-October 2019), Prius (October 2004-2015); Toyota Auto Body's vehicle plant, producing Suzuki model as well - Production started in January 1964. - Site area: 436,700 square meters Toyota Auto Body will restart production at Fuj...

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Japan - New car sales in 2026 by OEM, model, vehicle type Flash report, Automotive sales volume, 2026 Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec. Flash report, May 2026 Jun 1, 2026 *The preliminary data include the sales volume of tractors and cranes made in Japan. The definite data to be released later do not include the sales volume of tractors and cranes made in Japan. Therefore, the figures on the data are different.[Bulletin]...

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duction of Vitz small car at Iwate Plant Toyota Industries starts production of all-new RAV4 compact SUV Toyota launches all-new RAV4 Toyota adjusts production at all domestic plants, continuing influence of coronavirus Toyota extends suspension of some domestic production lines Toyota launches new model RAV4 PHV Toyota plans holiday work for four production lines at three plants in July Toyota schedules no domestic plant production suspensions i...

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GT 4-door Coupe AMG.EA PF MRA PF Luxury F-segment sports car. The next-generation production model was announced in May 2026. The next-generation model will be a BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) and will be the first to use the AMG.EA platform. The powertrain will be an AWD system with one axial flux motor at the front and two at the rear. The model lineup will consist of the "GT 63" with a maximum output of 1,153 hp and the "GT 55" with a maximum ...

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Megane Estate (Spain) Megane R.S. (Spain) Menglong Hi4 (4WD) (China) Meridian (India) MG ONE-α (FF) (China) MG ONE-β (FF) (China) MG5 (FF) (China) MG7 (China) Micra (France) Midi (China) MINI (UK) Minicab Truck Minicab Van Mira e:S Mira Tocot Mirage (Thailand) MIRAI MIX (FF) (China) MKX (Canada) Model 3 (4WD) (China) Model 3 (RR) (China) Model 3 (USA) Model S (USA) Model X (USA) Model Y (4WD) (China) Model Y (RR) (China) Model Y (USA) Model Y ...

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