Maruti Suzuki, India balances small car and SUV strategy, plans 8 New SUVs by FY31 In an investor update, Maruti Suzuki management reported a notable increase in first-time buyers and a broad-based sales recovery, especially outside India’s top 100 cities. This uptick is attributed to renewed customer interest and improved affordability in the small car segment, aided by recent GST reductions. The growth rate was even higher at 65% in these are...

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DFSK announces expansion in South Africa, Plans to launch SUV and Double cab in 2026 On November 4, DFSK, the global automotive brand, announced its growth plans for the South African region. In 2026, DFSK plans to enter new market segments with the launch of its first passenger models, including an SUV and a double-cab bakkie. The upcoming DFSK E5 Plus SUV will feature a bold design and hybrid technology, while the C35 four-seater and C32 doubl...

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km China Combined (CLTC mode): 16.5kWh/100km China EV range (CLTC mode): 215km (133.6miles) China Cruising range (CLTC mode): 1,215km (755.0miles) Its base price is CNY 113,800. Its top speed is 180km/h (111.8mph). 0 - 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration time is 6.5 sec. D (Upper Medium) BJEV, Zhenjiang SUV...

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OYAK-Renault Otomobil Fabrikalari A.S., Bursa Plant Renault Clio V (2019-), Clio E-Tech Hybrid (2020-), Duster (2024-), Duster HV (2025-), Boreal (2026-Planning), B/C segment SUV (planning); Mitsubishi Colt (2023- ), Colt HV (2023- ); Battery Assembly (2021-); Chassis; Renault Fluence Z.E.(2011-2014), Fluence (2009-2016), Thalia/Symbol (2008-2021), Taliant (2021-EOP), Clio Sport Tourer (2007-EOP), Clio (Thalia/Symbol, -2008), Clio Ⅳ(2012-EOP...

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promote auto weight reduction, intelligentization, and carbon reduction DFMC announces strategic goals for 2024 Dongfeng Motor establishes commercial vehicle division to promote integrated operations of commercial vehicle business DFMC unveils Mach PHREV technology, debuts Aeolus L7 plug-in hybrid SUV Auto China 2024: DFMC to exhibit over 20 NEVs, multiple technology innovations DFMC signs agreements with 21 strategic partners DFMPSP locates int...

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latform and new model in 2023 Seres establishes Landian Auto in Chongqing Seres forms partnership with CATARC to promote industrial integration and technological innovation Seres Group forms partnership with Qi An Xin for ICV cyber, data security IAA 2023: Seres officially unveils three New Energy SUVs Seres Group, CQU to establish four joint labs Seres Group, HIT to establish joint innovation research institute for intelligent vehicles Seres Gr...

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Jaecoo J5 EV officially goes on sale in Indonesia On November 4, 2025, the Jaecoo J5 EV was officially launched in Indonesia, following its showcase at the 2025 Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS). The SUV is available in two trims: the Standard, priced at IDR 249.9 million, and the Premium at IDR 299.9 million, with these introductory prices offered to the first 1,000 buyers. Both trims are powered by a 60.9-kWh battery paired with a front...

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ame month last year.Kia sales increased 13.6% to 9,431 units, while Hyundai sales decreased 7.5% to 4,594 units.MG sold 4,024 units, a 25.6% decrease, Changan sold 2,067 units and JAC sold 2,145 vehicles, a 7.3% increase from last October. Sales of New Passenger Cars and Light Trucks (Pickup Truck, SUV) Maker/Brand 2025 2024 Y-o-Y 2025 2024 Y-o-Y Oct. Share Oct. Share Jan.-Oct. Share Jan.-Oct. Share Nissan 22,701 17.5% 21,002 17.2% 8.1% ...

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, Inspire e:PHEV (2024-), HR-V (2023-), HR-V e:HEV (2023-), Civic (2024-), Civic e:HEV (2024-); Engines; Honda: Spirior (-2018), Ciimo (-2016), EV Ciimo X-NV (2019-2021), Elysion (2012-production ended), EV M-NV (2020-2024); Third Plant: Honda: CR-V, CR-V e:HEV (2019-), Elysion e:HEV (2019-), SUV CR-V e:PHEV (2021-), EV SUV e:NS1/e:Ny1 (2022-); EV plant: Honda: EV SUV e:NS1 (2023-), EV SUV e:NS2 (2024-), EV SUV S7 (2025-); Lingxi: EV Lin...

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e in Q1 2023). Increased battery cell production at the Ultium Cell LLC plant in Warren, Ohio will help push more Lyriqs off the line with the battery plant expected to make more than 10 million cells in the first half of 2023. Those cells will to go to the Lyriq as well as GMC Hummer EV pickup and SUV being made at Factory Zero, and other new EVs. Later this year, Ultium Cells will open its second battery plant in Spring Hill, which will directl...

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roupe Renault sets new strategy for China DFG’s h Business Unit publicizes future development plan and will unveil h brand in 2020 Dongfeng Motor showcases Yixuan MAX, Voyah FREE and fuel cell system VOYAH Automobile completes production of first VOYAH FREE, all-new mid-sized intelligent electric SUV Dongfeng Motor Group’s net profit in 2016 1st half down 1.8% to 6.6 billion yuan Dongfeng Motor ki...

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SERES Automobile (Hubei) Co., Ltd. (formerly DFSK Motor Co., Ltd. ) Dongfeng Sokon (DFSK): K Series (K07S, K01, K02), C Series (C37, C36, C31, C32), EC36 (2017-); Fengon: S560 (2017-), MINI EV (2022-), MPV 380 (2022-), MPV 380 EV/E380 (2022-); Landian: PHV SUV Landian E5 (2022-), EV SUV Landian E3/Seres 3 (2023-), PHV SUV Landian E5 Plus (2025-); Dongfeng Sokon (DFSK): K07 (production ended); Fengon: ix7 (2019-2023); a wholly-owned subsidiary of...

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GAC Aion starts accepting pre-orders for Aion i60 SUV On November 3, GAC Aion started accepting pre-orders for the Aion i60 large 5-seater SUV. The model is available in EV (battery electric vehicle) and REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) variants, with pre-order prices starting from CNY 119,800 and CNY 126,800, respectively. Designed with golden body ratios, the Aion i60 is offered in six exterior and three interior color options. The REEV v...

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Landian Auto starts accepting pre-orders for 3rd-gen E5 Plus plug-in hybrid electric SUV On November 1, Landian Auto, a Seres Group subsidiary, started accepting pre-orders for the 3rd-generation E5 Plus plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The model is available in 230km-range FWD and standard-range 4WD variants, with a pre-order price of CNY 119,800 for both. The 3rd-generation E5 Plus measures 4,760mm long, 1,865mm wide, and 1,710mm high, with a wheel...

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jointly develop next-generation battery with China Nissan to unveil next-generation X-Trail and e-POWER technology Nissan sells 110,200 new vehicles in China in March Nissan China starts export business of electric parts and components Auto Guangzhou 2023: Dongfeng Nissan debuts Pathfinder flagship SUV Nissan, Tsinghua University to establish joint research center Nissan sells 109,100 vehicles in June in China, up 17.0% year-over-year Nissan's c...

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Full-size SUV STLA Frame PF A full-size SUV to be launched in 2028. Produced at the Warren Truck plant in Michigan, it will be available with two powertrains: a gasoline-powered vehicle and a range-extender electric vehicle (EREV)....

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3.2 billion -Year opened: 2009 SK Innovation starts construction of USD 1.67 billion battery plant in Commerce, Georgia Kia begins production of all-new 2023 Sportage in West Point, Georgia Kia seeks more suppliers in Mexico for its North American plants NYIAS 2022: Kia introduces 2023 Telluride SUV flagship Hyundai Motor Group negotiating second plant in Georgia to build EVs Kia announces U.S. pricing for Sportage PHEV Kia launches revised ...

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ellantis to adjust production at North American plants Stellantis announces staggered summer shutdowns for North American plants Stellantis to invest USD 13 billion to increase U.S. production by 50% Ram's midsize pickup to be body-on-frame and built at Toledo North Ram to launch new full-size SUV in 2028 Negotiations between UAW and Detroit 3 break down, simultaneous strikes start UAW strike affects other GM, Ford operations beyond targeted...

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Japan Toyota to temporarily suspend operations at Takaoka Plant Production Line #1 in August Toyota temporarily suspends Takaoka plant due to parts supply shortage Toyota adds production suspension days in September at Takaoka Plant's Production Line #1 Toyota launches all-new Corolla Cross compact SUV in Japan Toyota to temporarily suspend production at Takaoka Plant in October Toyota to operate normally at all Japan domestic vehicle plants in D...

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D2XX PF Equinox EV BEV3 PF Escalade [Tahoe] [Yukon] T1XX PF Escalade ESV [Suburban] [Yukon XL] T1XX PF Escalade IQ BT1 PF Express [Savana] GMT610 PF GL8 U PF GL8 ES Luzun U PF GL8 LS Lushan VSS-F D/E PF GT4 E2XX PF H Hummer EV SUV BT1 PF Hummer EV Pickup BT1 PF L LaCrosse VSS-F D/E PF Lyriq Lyriq BEV3 PF M Malibu XL E2XX PF Monza D2X...

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