ybertruck page on its website. The original release date was said to be early 2025, was later changed to mid-2025, and now cancelled. The range extender concept was originally meant to bridge the gap between the Cybertruck’s actual range on a single charge, about 320 to 325 miles depending on the model, and its promised range of 500-plus miles. Initial company estimates said the range would be extended to a total of 470 miles, but was soon trim...

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Cadillac to begin first deliveries of Celestiq EV flagship in mid-2025 Cadillac’s highly exclusive all-electric flagship sedan, the Celestiq, is soon to begin deliveries. Originally slated for launch for the 2024 model year, after a series of delays, the first customer-bound units of the Cadillac Celestiq are now scheduled to arrive in mid-2025. In addition, GM has confirmed that only 25 units of the ultra-luxury EV will be produced for the 202...

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GM to increase production of V8 engines at Tonawanda Engine Plant Production is ramping up at the GM Tonawanda Engine Plant in Buffalo, New York as GM deals with its recall of the 6.2-liter V8 L87 engine that powers hundreds of thousands of trucks and SUVs. Employees at the Tonawanda plant will be working overtime to build more of these engines. The recall pertains to the 2021-2024 model years of GM full-size trucks and SUVs powered by the V8, in...

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s with full production, some weeks with shift smoothing, and other weeks will see the plant totally down through this period”.  Stellantis said the shift adjustments planned for the next 12 weeks are needed because the OEM is in the midst of changing production to the 2026 Pacifica from the 2025 model. “These modifications are necessary as we complete the 2025 model year, build and prepare for the launch of the 2026 model year Chrysler Pacif...

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supposed to be delivered in beginning of 2024, but first deliveries are now being pushed back to the end of 2024, according to Cadillac’s John Roth said after revealing the brand’s striking Sollei concept car in the same building. Cadillac recently announced the first Celestiqs will now be 2025 models. On General Motors Investor Day on October 8, the company announced it will start building a battery cell development center at its Global Tech...

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olume for October to be about 800,000 units Toyota announces global production volume for November to be approximately 800,000 units Toyota releases upgraded Corolla series Toyota suspends operations of 11 lines at seven plants in Japan due to snowfall Toyota's improper certification expanded to 14 models Toyota temporarily suspends 14 domestic plants as Typhoon No. 10 approaches Toyota extends suspension of operations at 14 domestic plants due t...

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wn (Incl. HV, 2018-2022), Mark X (November 2004-December 2019), Estima (May 2006-2016), Estima HV (May 2001-May 2002, 2006-2016); Lexus LFA (December 2010-December 2012), GS (August 2014-August 2020), GS HV (August 2014-August 2020), GS F (2015-August 2020) Toyota's vehicle plant, producing Subaru model as well - Production started in August 1959. - Number of employees: 7,908 (As of March 31, 2024) Toyota to start Mirai FCV demonstration t...

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Kia Middle East and Africa launches K4 sedan in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia On May 7, Kia Middle East and Africa unveiled the Kia K4 sedan in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking the official regional launch of the model. The Kia K4 measures 4,710 mm in length, making it 70 mm longer than the Kia Cerato. The vehicle is available with a range of powertrain options to suit different driving preferences. These include the Gamma 1.6 MPI engine paired with a six-sp...

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Projects on manufacturing of SAIC models, supporting batteries settled in Lin-gang Special Area, Shanghai On April 29, Shanghai’s Lin-gang Special Area Administration (LSAA) held an agreement signing ceremony for SAIC (Shangjie in Chinese pinyin) projects with Lingang Group and SAIC Motor. This marks the settlement of projects on the manufacturing of SAIC models and supporting batteries in the Lin-gang Special Area. The LSAA signed an investmen...

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for 60% of bus production at Volvo’s plant in Curitiba, Brazil. On June 30, Volvo announced that its factory in Curitiba, Brazil reached the production of 100,000 units of I-Shift, the advanced gearbox that equips trucks and buses of the brand. Currently, 100% of the F-line trucks, the heavy-duty models of the VM line and the rear-engine road buses of the brand leave the production line with I-Shift. On September 21, Volvo workers in Curitiba a...

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ating intelligent systems with traditional vehicles, despite the inherent slower mechanical response times. Successful Integration Huawei provides algorithms and computing platforms while Audi optimizes powertrains, combining German handling with Chinese smart driving technology. This collaboration model offers replicable solutions for legacy automakers. Perception Change The consumer perception of “smart cars” is typically associated with ...

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odules-Package trays-Trunk trims-Acoustic insulation-Glove boxes-Voice control systems-Integrated radiant panels-COF'Heat combined heating and lighting surface-Thermal Cocoon ultrathin heated surfaces-Ecorium sustainable trim materials-Morphing Instrument Panel which shifts based on vehicle driving modeLighting-Headlamps Halogen headlamps Xenon headlamps LED headlamps Adaptive front lighting systems (AFS) Adaptive cut-off line lighting Vertical ...

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on MG6 SAIC Motor’s passenger vehicle subsidiary to exhibit 25 vehicles under Roewe, MG and R brands The factory operation status in China as a result of the effects of the coronavirus (Chinese) SAIC Roewe launches 3rd-generation RX5/eRX5 compact SUV MG Motor obtains OTTS certificate for MG5 model in Russia Auto China 2024: SAIC Roewe opens reservations for new D5X DMH hybrid SUV SAIC Roewe launches DMH technology brand SAIC MG aims to ach...

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million)   2023 - 2025: BRL 2.5 billion (approx. USD 500 million)   2021: BRL 220 million (approx. USD 42 million)   2013 onwards: EUR 447.4 million - Number of employees: approx. 1,800 (as of Jan., 2025) - Production started in 2001 PSA investing BRL 220 million for CMP-based models in Porto Real Brazil PSA to produce new Peugeot 208 in Argentina in 2020 PSA Group extends shutdown at plant in Porto Real, Brazil to undeter...

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to begin serial production of the new Peugeot 208 PSA starts exporting new Peugeot 208 manufactured at El Palomar plant Peugeot launches new-gen 208 in Brazil PSA Argentina begins serial production of new Peugeot 208 at El Palomar plant Stellantis to end production of three Peugeot and Citroën models in Argentina PSA Peugeot Citroen revealed its models at the Buenos Aires International Motor Show, which opened to the media on June 19. Peuge...

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,250 workers at plants in Brazil and Argentina in response to growing demand for commercial vehicles in South America. In Argentina the Gonzales Catan plant will add 300 employees, bringing its total number of workers to 1,800. On March 9 Daimler announced production launch of the European Sprinter model. The Sprinter is a flagship model for Mercedes-Benz Vans and is currently introduced to Latin America for passenger transportation. Manufacturin...

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azil Geely postpones approval for vehicle production at Renault’s plant in Brazil Renault to produce Kwid compact car in Brazil Renault to idle production in São José dos Pinhais, Brazil until April 14 as COVID-19 spreads Renault, Nissan plan for two plants to build 7 models on single CMF-B platform in Brazil Renault resumes production in São José dos Pinhais, Brazil on May 4 Renault dismisses 747 workers prompt...

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blind spot sensors, traffic sign recognition, and Volvo Dynamic Steering for precision and reduced driver fatigue.  The BZRT also supports GPS-based "Safety Zones" to automatically limit speed near sensitive areas like terminals and schools. Developed under a BRL 1.5 billion investment plan, this model reinforces Volvo’s commitment to decarbonization and high-capacity electric transport. (Volvo Brazil on May 8, 2025)...

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idst transition concerns for Mirafiori and Melfi plants Fiat 500e units destined for U.S. begin rolling off the line Union declares strike and demands for urgent intervention sought for auto sector in Italy Stellantis Mirafiori extends redundancy fund amid production delays and urgent calls for new model Union calls for 8 hours strike in Turin factory amid concerns over incentives, production growth and competition FIOM-CGIL takes stand against S...

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May 15, 2019. BYD launches new Sea Lion 07 electric SUV BYD launches 2025 Seal coupe, Seal 07 DM-i sedan BYD unveils official images of Han L sedan, Tang L SUV BYD launches Tang L SUV Fang Cheng Bao launches Titanium 3 electric SUV Auto Shanghai 2025: BYD makes global debut of five new Ocean-series models BYD officially puts ATTO 3 battery electric SUV on sale in UK Auto Shanghai 2023: BYD starts accepting pre-orders for new Haiou small BEV BYD ...

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