otive said the buyers of its cars will be covered by the "San Bao" rules ahead of the initial schedule, starting on the day. The "San Bao" stipulates responsibilities for repair, replacement and refund of vehicles for domestic use. Users of its vehicles will be covered by a three-year or 100,000 km warranty, whichever comes first. The "San Bao" rules announced by the government in January will officially come into force on October 1, 2013. By mov...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/04/03

e18Lx models, unveiled at the 2024 ACT Expo in Las Vegas. These models enhance payload capacities for urban deliveries. The e18Mx and e18Lx offer increased payload capacity of 18,850 pounds, streamlining local deliveries with fewer trips. Orders for the 2025 models open soon, featuring an upgraded warranty covering powertrain and high-voltage equipment for 120,000 miles, and batteries for 185,000 miles. Designed for urban deliveries, RIZON's ele...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/04/01

Corsa-e, followed by the diesel and petrol versions. Corsa-e is equipped with 50 kWh battery which can be fast-charged to 80 per cent of its capacity in 30 minutes. The Corsa-e is prepared for all charging options via cable, wallbox or high-speed charging and the battery is covered by an eight-year warranty....

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Hankook Tire receives 2025 QR Zero Award from Ford Hankook Tire & Technology Co., Ltd. (Hankook Tire) announced that it has earned a 2025 QR Zero Award from Ford Motor Company. The award is given to global partners who have marked zero quality issues during parts delivery and zero warranty claims over the past year. The award-winning Geumsan plant in South Korea supplies original equipment (OE) tires for the Ford F-150 pickup truck. It became the...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

aid the buyers of its private cars will be covered by the "San Bao" rules ahead of the initial schedule, starting on August 31. The "San Bao" stipulates responsibilities for repair, replacement and refund of vehicles for domestic use. Users of its models will be covered by a four-year or 100,000 km warranty for repair, whichever comes first. The "San Bao" rules announced by the government in January will officially come into force on October 1, 2...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/31

ring Intermediate Shafts (IMS).The new Sliding Shaft technology is equipped to reduce the noise of Power Steering and facilitates a smooth sliding movement. This is a patented technology developed by KMI Japan.The new technology, IMS, is used to exert higher torque during vehicle running and reduce warranty issues.It has established the ‘System Durability Testing Machine’ and ECU Software Re-flashing capabilities and enhanced its capabilities...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2026/03/30

Skoda to withdraw from Chinese market by mid-2026 According to multiple press releases dated March 26, VW China announced Skoda’s plan for withdrawal from the Chinese market. Local sales activities will last until mid-2026, after which all warranty and post-sales services will remain available to Skoda users. The reason for Skoda’s withdrawal is the failure to keep up with the electrification pace of Chinese automakers. In 2024, Skoda achieve...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/30

otive said the buyers of its cars will be covered by the "San Bao" rules ahead of the initial schedule, starting on the day. The "San Bao" stipulates responsibilities for repair, replacement and refund of vehicles for domestic use. Users of its vehicles will be covered by a three-year or 100,000 km warranty, whichever comes first. The "San Bao" rules announced by the government in January will officially come into force on October 1, 2013. By mov...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/30

with the standard 3.5L V6 260ps. Fuel economy is estimated at 25/27/26mpg (city/highway/combined), an increase of 24 percent over the standard Pathfinder. Its driving range is estimated at more than 526 miles. On June 7, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced that it started to offer the battery capacity warranty for the owners of the LEAF electric vehicle, starting May 31. The carmaker will repair or replace the battery for free, if the battery cannot...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/30

ht of 1,625mm. The maximum torque is 320Nm, the battery capacity is 79.97kWh, providing a driving range of 560km. With fast charging, it is possible to charge from 30% to 80% in 35 minutes.   The body comes in five colors, and the interior comes in two colors (Eclipse Black and Sunset Orange). The warranty covers up to 8 years or 240,000km for the battery, up to 6 years or 120,000km for the vehicle, and a free service package is included for up ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/27

Thailand Action 2.0” strategy. The plan positions Thailand not just as a sales market, but as a future regional export hub, supported by continued model rollouts from 2026 and deeper localization. GAC also launched GAC CARE, its first service brand outside China, offering a lifetime EV powertrain warranty, 24/7 assistance, and a comprehensive ownership program. Its highlight at the show was the AION V 500 km variant, a Thailand-focused model ta...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

wertrains. The new-generation battery packs powering the new e-Soul are up to 30% more energy efficient than Europe’s current best-selling electric vehicle. Like all Kia models, the new e-Soul will be sold as standard in Europe with Kia’s quality promise: an unrivalled 7-Year, 150,000-kilometre warranty, which also covers the car’s electric motor and battery pack. The new e-Soul goes on-sale across Europe towards the end of the first quarte...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/25

.35 million won (seven-seater) and 20.85 million won (five-seater); and that for 2.0L LIP starts at 19.65 million won. On May 7, Kia Motors announced that it will offer a 2 million won to the buyers of the K5 Hybrid as an annual fuel cost (1,500 km per month, 1,900 won per a liter) and battery life warranty, for those who buy this model in May. This is to celebrate the the second anniversary of the launch of the K5 Hybrid. On June 3, Kia Motors s...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/25

purchasers some special services, including a car-replacement program for a buyer who is unsatisfied with the hybrid and wishes to switch it with another model within 30 days after purchase, as well as a new car replacement program to in case an accident occurs within a year after purchase. A full warranty system for hybrid components is also provided. Hyundai Motor was reported to be planning to launch a new "Genesis" luxury sedan at the end of...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/25

ltage lithium-ion battery has resulted in the Ioniq having greater cargo space, and resolves the difficulty of replacing the auxiliary battery. Moreover, the charger connector for the Ioniq Electric has been changed to be compatible with fast chargers as well as slower charging apparatuses, and the warranty for the battery has been changed from being for 10 years and 200,000 km to being unlimited. On March 6, Hyundai Motor launched a 2.0L gasolin...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/25

ide the luggage compartment, charging the battery with a regenerating brake system during deceleration or driving downhill. Charging takes six to nine hours with a 220V power outlet (3-7 kW) or 30 minutes with a high-speed charger (43kW). Its battery has 5 year or 100,000km (whichever occurs first) warranty for up to 75% capacity. On July 17, Renault Samsung resumed overtime work at its Pusan plant, which was temporarily suspended starting in Jan...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/25

and AvtoTOR are partnering to produce Dongfeng Sokon crossovers in Kaliningrad. They will assemble two Dongfeng Sokon models - the DFSK ix5 coupe crossover and the seven-seat all-wheel drive DFSK ix7 crossover. Motorinvest LLC undertakes to distribute, sell, and provide after-sales, technical, and warranty service for manufactured vehicles. On February 2, multiple sources reported that AvtoTOR will present its first electric car in 2024. The ser...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/23

nt and uniform heat dissipation while suppressing heat generation through the "Lithium-Ion High-Speed Channel" structure and "Full-Spectrum Intelligent Thermal Management System," effectively minimizing the impact of fast charging on battery life. Furthermore, the capacity retention rate within the warranty period increased by approximately 2.5% overall. By adopting refrigerant direct cooling and direct heating technologies for the drive battery,...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/19

effective September 1. The "San Bao" stipulates responsibilities for repair, replacement and refund of vehicles for domestic use. The "San Bao" rules announced by the government in January will officially come into force on October 1, 2013. Shanghai GM has moved the schedule ahead and extended the warranty period set by government rules. Buick and Chevrolet brand vehicles are covered by a warranty of three years or 100,000 km, whichever comes fi...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2026/03/19

he Blue Bird Vision Propane 72-passenger school buses comes equipped with an IMMI 4Front driver airbag, a 7.3L V8 Ford engine and ROUSH CleanTech propane fuel system. Ford’s 335 hp 7.3-liter engine is compact and easy to maintain. The school propane buses retain equivalent horsepower, torque, and warranty coverage as its gas and diesel counterparts. Near-zero emission propane vehicles eliminate particulate matter and lower nitrogen oxides by 95...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19