are based on the figures released on the company's official website or media coverage. They may be revised as appropriate when the data is updated. GM announces BRL 5.5 billion investment in Sao Paulo, Brazil GM incorporates GNV-powered trucks to transport new vehicles between plants GM launches new Chevrolet Cobalt in Argentina GM to invest BRL 1.5 billion for upgrades, new model at Gravatai plant in Brazil GM announces BRL 4.5 bill...

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vataí, São José dos Campos; all Brazilian plants now open GM employees in São José dos Campos approve voluntary dismissal, layoff extension plan GM proposes buyouts and extending layoffs to employees at São José dos Campos GM renews voluntary dismissal program at plants in Brazil Chevrolet launches refreshed 2021TrailBlazer SUV in Argentina GM production at most Brazilian plants continues amid increase in COVID cases GM relents, curtai...

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General Motors Brazil, Gravatai Plant Chevrolet Celta (2000-2015), Prisma (2006-2019), Onix (2012-2019), Onix hatch (2019-), Onix Plus sedan (2019-) Passenger car assembly plant - Number of employees: approx. 5,000 (as of Jun., 2023) - Investment:   2024-2028: BRL 1.2 billion (USD 220 million), for the the expansion of Chevrolet's compact line and launching of a new vehicle in 2026   2017-2019: BRL 1.4 billion (USD 270 million) - Establish...

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a VW to end Taos production in Argentina in July 2025 VW Brasil reaches one million suspension module, front end assembly milestone VW to invest USD 650 million to build MQB-A0 platform vehicles in Argentina VW reveals South American strategy with EUR 560 million investment in Argentina VW begins launch of Amarok V6 Highline built at General Pacheco plant in Argentina VW Amarok second most exported vehicle from Argentina in 2017 VW Argentina e...

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andard Automotive in automobile rubber sealing business Cooper acquires U.S.-based coating supplier Cooper to establish joint venture in France Cooper to open new plant in Romania Cooper acquires sealing business of Italy-based Sigit Cooper-Standard acquires U.S.-based EDC Automotive Honda launches world's first hybrid sports car "CR-Z" Cooper to close hose facility in Ohio, U.S. Cooper launches new product line of injection molded c...

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one of ITOCHU’s portfolios, BELLSYSTEM24, a customer experience and business process outsourcing solution provider, May Mobility will be able to deploy thousands of driverless vehicles and support millions of riders with the AV company’s Tele-assist and Rider Support platforms. As May Mobility launches additional driverless operations, its Tele-assist platform will continue to rely on the Multi-Policy Decision Making (MPDM) driving technolog...

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EXEED to launch EXEED EXLANTIX ES in Russia On May 27, EXEED announced that EXEED EXLANTIX ES vehicles will be available in Russia in the summer of 2025. It measures 4,945 mm in length, 1,978 mm in width, and 1,485 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,000 mm. The all-wheel drive version of the EXEED EXLANTIX ES is equipped with two electric motors with a total output of 469 hp with a peak torque of 634 Nm, providing acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h...

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ollaborations, Volteras provides stable and secure energy data in real-time via authorized integrations. With the new funding, it will expand partnerships with automakers and energy device manufacturers worldwide and support new partners like Octopus Electric Vehicles and Hitachi ZeroCarbon as they launch innovative EV services.  Based on Volteras press release ...

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assistant learns your habits over time. For example, if you turn on seat heating every morning, it might suggest doing it automatically in the future. It can also learn preferences for climate, phone calls, and music—with driver’s permission. Volkswagen’s upcoming ID. AURA sedan in China will launch a new AI-based driver assistance system. Developed by CARIAD and Horizon Robotics at their CARIZON joint venture, it’s built for busy Chinese...

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egotiates incentives BYD to establish R&D center in Salvador, Brazil BYD to inaugurate cornerstone of plant in Camaçari, Brazil on October 9 Ford and government of Bahia complete process reversing ownership of Camaçari plant Ford introduces Ka Trail urban adventure model for Brazilian market Ford launches 2018 Ka and Ka + in Brazil Ford to import its new 1.5-liter three-cylinder flex engine into Brazil Ford Brazil promotes local production of p...

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nies: Kanto Auto Works, Ltd., Central Motor Co., Ltd., and Toyota Motor Tohoku Corporation. - Kanto Auto Works, Ltd.'s Iwate Plant No.2 line was completed in November 2005. - Kanto Auto Works, Ltd.'s Iwate Plant No.1 line was completed in November 1993. World premiere of new Toyota Yaris Toyota to launch all-new Yaris in Japan on February 10, 2020 Toyota adjusts production at all domestic plants, continuing influence of coronavirus Toyota East J...

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l Indonesia Motor - Hyundai established a joint venture, PT. Bimantara Hyundai Indonesia (Hyundai 50%) in Jun. 1997. It planned to set up a new plant and produce Hyundai models with 100,000 units per year. But the plan discontinued at the end of 1997 due to the currency crisis. Chery Tiggo 5X SUV launched in Indonesia; locally assembled NETA confirms commencement of CKD EV assembly in Indonesia at PT HIM’s plant from May 2024 Gotion Indonesia...

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HV (2016-), C-HR PHV (2023-); PHV battery (2023-); Toyota's plant in Turkiye - Number of Employees: 5,000 (as of December 2024). - Total Investment: EUR 2.5 billion (as of December 2024). - Production started in Sep. 1994. - Established in 1990. Toyota C-HR interior revealed prior to launch Toyota C-HR production begins in Turkey Toyota Turkey halts production for maintenance, repair and revision works Toyota to produce fif...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: Geely, Chery Geely unveils AI-equipped flagship MPV; Chery premieres new QQ and Tiggo 9L concepts Summary Geely: AI-equipped four-wheel drive "Galaxy Battleship"; battery business integration Chery: New QQ and Tiggo 9L concepts, luxury SUV Exeed brand “Sterra Tianji” Zeekr launch event   Auto Shanghai 2025, officially known as the 21st Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition, was held at the Nationa...

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logy First battery swappable model jointly developed by DPCA and CATL rolls off the line DFM’s plants in Wuhan adopt closed-loop production due to COVID-19 outbreak Dongfeng Motor displays products under nine passenger vehicle sub-brands at Auto Guangzhou 2019 Dongfeng Motor’s Peugeot brand to launch 508L PHV in first half of 2020 Dongfeng Motor’s Peugeot brand announces 2020 launch plan The factory operation status in China as a result of...

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introduces all-new 2020 CT4 sedan being built at Lansing Grand River plant in U.S. GM to add more than 1,200 jobs at Lansing area assembly plants General Motors opens 18 North American plants on May 18, others follow later Cadillac opens 2022 CT4-V, CT5-V-Series Blackwing presales before summer launch GM to idle Wentzville plant, extend Lansing plant shutdown due to chip shortage GM idling Lansing Grand River plant for at least 2 weeks over...

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is approved FCA CEO updates product plans for North America delayed by COVID-19 Jeep introduces Grand Wagoneer Concept marking rebirth of famous American nameplate Jeep to reveal the all-new 2022 Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer on March 11 Jeep presents all-new 2022 Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer ahead of Q2 launch Stellantis builds, holds Ram 1500 Classic in Warren, Saltillo awaiting microchip parts Stellantis halts 5 North American plants until mid-Apr...

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’s plant in the Fuji area, which has been renovated, started as an E-Axle plant in April 2025. Jatco plans to start operations of an E-Axle plant in the U.K. in 2026 with an annual production of 340,000 units. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (Nissan), which is hastening to revamp its performance, plans to launch a hybrid vehicle (HV) equipped with its third-generation e-Power system from the second half of the fiscal year that starts in April 2025, and ...

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Aisan Industry’s Mirai Plant equipped with carbon-neutral facilities to launch operation in FY2026 The Aisan Mirai Plant, which was under construction in Anjo City, Aichi Prefecture, by Aisan Industry Co., Ltd. (Aisan Industry), was completed on May 29, 2025. It is scheduled to start operation within FY2026 as a state-of-the-art carbon-neutral (virtually zero greenhouse gas emissions) factory. The new plant is the first factory in the Chubu cen...

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BYD confirms date for start of operations of Camaçari plant in Brazil On May 28, BYD confirmed that operations at its new plant in Camaçari, Bahia, will begin on June 26 at 9 a.m., with the Dolphin Mini as the first model to be assembled. Vice President Alexandre Baldy stated the launch is ahead of the contractual deadline of July 20, 2025, despite prior delays and union concerns. BYD has invested BRL 5.5 billion in the project and already hire...

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