rand, Renault was up 2.7% to 808,413 units, Dacia slightly declined by 0.7% to 356,084 units, and Alpine was up 85% to 5,015 registrations in H1 2025. Renault Group's sales in Europe increased by 5.4%, reaching 708,106 vehicles in the first half of 2025, as the Sandero and Clio were the top-selling models.Electrified vehicles made up nearly 44% of total sales (up by more than 15% points), including 12.3% fully electric in H1 2025. In electric veh...

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s LFP batteries and a central motor, ideal for school, shuttle, and short intercity travel. Two lengths will be available: 12.18 m and 13.09 m (eIntouro M). It’s also the first European bus to allow over-the-air software updates. Next-Gen NMC4 Batteries: from 2026, the new NMC4 battery will power models such as the eCitaro, eCitaro G, and eCitaro fuel cell. These batteries offer higher energy density for longer range and a longer lifespan, even...

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Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India unveils CB125 Hornet and Shine 100 DX motorcycles On July 23, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) introduced two new motorcycles, the CB125 Hornet and the Shine 100 DX. Bookings for both models will begin on August 1, 2025. The CB125 Hornet is powered by a 123.94cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected engine that complies with OBD2B norms. It produces 8.2 kW of power at 7,500 RPM and 11.2 Nm of torque at 6,000 RPM...

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ery variants, offering a range between 80 km to 130 km and priced from INR 54,000 to INR 69,500. The new Gracy+ is powered by a high-performance 60/72V BLDC motor and offers a top speed of 25 km/h. Its energy efficiency allows it to consume just 1.8 units of electricity per full charge. Lithium-ion models take 4 hours to charge, while gel variants require 8–12 hours. The scooter now features increased ground clearance (180mm), a gross weight of...

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Polestar 7 is expected to launch in 2028. If final agreements are reached, it will be the second model produced at the Kosice plant, following a new-generation Volvo model. The Polestar 7 will feature the similar design and performance and will share its technology platform with two upcoming Volvo models, including the Volvo EX60. The vehicle will also use shared group components, including mega casting, cell-to-body technology with advanced bat...

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o., Ltd., marking Chery’s official entry into the Czech Republic market. The company will start sales with the Chery Tiggo 7 and Chery Tiggo 8 crossovers, offered in both gasoline and hybrid (PHEV) versions. Additionally, as previously announced, the company will begin production of several Chery models at its domestic multi-brand plant, Astana Motors Manufacturing Kazakhstan, in Almaty. Based on Astana Motors press release...

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ll assemble Cenntro’s electric vehicles in Morocco for distribution across local and Northern African markets. Electricove has been a distribution partner of Cenntro for several years. Cenntro will supply vehicle assembly kits to Electricove, which will set up a local plant to assemble Cenntro EV models like the Teemak and LS450. Cenntro will also provide technical documents, training, and engineering support to help Electricove build its assem...

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ter. The 1GD engine is used in the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado (discontinued model), Hiace, Gran Ace, Dyna, Hilux, and Fortuner; the Mazda Bongo Brawny Van (supplied on an OEM basis based on the Hiace); and the Hino Dutro and Hino 200 Series. The 2GD engine is installed in the Toyota Hilux and Innova models, and the F33A engine in the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 and Lexus LX500d models. Toyota Industries announced the suspension of shipments of the eng...

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with a six-speed (manual and automatic) transmission. General Motors announced on February 27, 2015 that it will discontinue production of the Chevrolet Sonic at its Rayong plant in Thailand in June 2015. The Chevrolet Sonic and the Spin will disappear from the Thai market when sales of the current models end. This decision is part of its efforts to restructure its struggling Asian operations. GM Thailand will also withdraw its participation in t...

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tomer deliveries toward the end of 2024. Designed for heavy-duty applications, this module delivers up to 400 kW and features high efficiency, reduced hydrogen consumption, operation at elevated temperatures, and an extended service life, with power density improved by over 50% compared to previous models. It has an integrated media module, which provides all the necessary interfaces and makes the integration into customer systems and vehicles ea...

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ermal energy for Mulhouse plant Stellantis unveils new generation Peugeot E-3008 SUV Stellantis plans for 1 million EV production capacity by 2024 in France Stellantis to eliminate night shift, impacting 600 jobs at Mulhouse plant in France Stellantis unveils hybrid variants for Peugeot 308 and 408 models Vay, Germany partners with Peugeot to showcase Teledriving Technology for B2B applications in Vivatech, France Stellantis partners with Prosoli...

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o 8 Pro, Tiggo 7 Pro, and Tiggo 4 Pro. - From November 2, 2020, the name was changed from PT Hyundai Indonesia Motor to PT Handal 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...

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an Automobile establishes an environmentally friendly manufacturing system Changan Auto actively explores overseas markets where it aims to sell 220,000 vehicles in 2023 Auto Shanghai 2023: Changan Auto launches overseas strategy Auto Shanghai 2023: Deepal attends for first time with two strategic models Changan Auto to strengthen cooperation with Tencent in multiple fields such as autonomous driving Battery cell JV between Changan Auto and CATL...

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Changan Oshan: SUV Oshan X5 (2020-), SUV Oshan X5 PLUS (2022-); Changan Deepal: Deepal SL03 EV (2022-), Deepal SL03 REV (2022-), S7/S07 EV (2023-), S7/S07 REV (2023-), S7/S07 FCV (2023-), REV SUV Deepal G318 (2024-), Deepal L07 EV (2024-), Deepal L07 REV (2024-); Avatr: EV Avatr 11 (2022-, Some models are for export), EV Avatr 12 (2023-, Some models are for export), Avatr 11 REV (2024-), SUV Avatr 12 REV (2024-); Battery pack; Changan Kai...

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e or media coverage. They may be revised as appropriate when the data is updated. - Dissolved the joint venture between Changan and Suzuki in September 2018. Changan Suzuki will be continued as 100% subsidiary of Changan Automobile. Suzuki will continue licensing of production and sales of Suzuki models to Changan Suzuki. - The company was established on May 25, 1993. Chongqing Lingyao takes environmental protection measures Changan Suzuki...

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(SUV) concept model, the iV-4, for the first time in China, at the auto show in Beijing. The iV-4 concept was also exhibited at the Frankfurt International Motor Show. The iV-4 will be Suzuki's new strategic SUV, following the S-Cross crossover SUV. Suzuki plans to produce and distribute production models based on Concept ALIVIO within 2014 and iV-4 within 2015 at its joint venture in China, Chongqing Changan Suzuki Automobile Co., Ltd. By introd...

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s for Han DM-i and DM-p mid-to-large plug-in hybrid sedans Denza brand opens reservations for D9 MPV that applies DM-i super hybrid technology The factory operation status in China as a result of the effects of the coronavirus (Chinese) BYD opens reservations for Tang DM-p Denza to launch 2 new SUV models in 2022 Denza launches D9 mid-to-large MPV First unit of Denza’s all-new mid-to-large-sized MPV Denza D9 goes offline Auto Tianjin 2022: Denz...

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undertakes innovation in a variety of areas, including new materials development, new product design, improvement of industrial technologies and industrial incubation. 2) Auto Engineering Research Institute: The Auto Engineering Research Institute engages in design and R&D for all passenger vehicle models and platforms within two major market segments: conventional fossil fuel-powered vehicles and new energy vehicles. 3) Auto Intelligent Ecology ...

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eston, South Carolina. On May 16, Volvo Cars informed that the new Volvo S60 sedan - to be launched later this spring - will be the first Volvo to be produced without a diesel engine, highlighting Volvo Cars’ commitment to a long-term future beyond the traditional combustion engine. All new Volvo models launched from 2019 will be available as either a mild petrol hybrid, plug-in petrol hybrid or battery electric vehicle. The new S60 is based on...

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management, and a high-capacity lithium iron phosphate battery enable a combined driving range of up to 1,200 km. The launch event also showcased the TIGGO 7 PHEV CSH and TIGGO 8 PHEV CSH, signaling Chery’s upcoming entry into Malaysia’s PHEV market. Full launch details are expected soon. These models follow the July 9 debut of the TIGGO Cross Hybrid CSH. (From Chery Malaysia press release on July 22, 2025)...

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