temporarily suspend production at Hamura Plant Production Line #2 in February Toyota suspends operations at 14 plants in Japan on March 1 Hino to temporarily suspend production at Hamura Plant due to earthquakes Hino to temporarily suspend production at Hamura Plant Production Line #2 in April Hino launches light-duty BEV truck - Hino Dutro Z EV Yamato Transport to introduce 500 Hino Dutro Z EV Japanese light-duty commercial BEV trucks Hino to te...

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Appning by FORVIA partners with Radioplayer to bring branded radio apps into cars Appning by FORVIA announced at Radiodays Europe 2026 in Riga (Latvia) its official partnership with Radioplayer to enhance in-car audio access. The collaboration enables broadcasters to launch branded radio apps directly inside cars without needing to create or maintain automotive software. This simplifies in-car app deployment and reduces costs for broadcasters. Ra...

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Toyota launches US-produced Tundra and Highlander in Japan On April 2nd, Toyota announced that it will introduce the Tundra, a full-size pickup truck produced at its San Antonio, Texas plant, and the Highlander, a mid-size SUV produced at its Princeton, Indiana plant, to the Japanese market, utilizing the new regulations implemented on February 16. Initially, the vehicles were launched on April 2 through Toyota Mobility Tokyo Inc. A nationwide la...

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ss of its business restructuring.Among Japanese automakers, all posted y/y declines in March. Toyota fell 8.5%, its first decline in 13 months. According to Toyota Motor North America, sales of its RAV4 core compact SUV dropped 47.7% due to preparations for the rollout of a redesigned model (phased launch). Meanwhile, the Corolla Cross (+7.6%), Grand Highlander (+26.8%) and 4Runner (+77.4%) posted strong gains. Gasoline models of the Corolla Cros...

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s of its business restructuring. Among Japanese automakers, all posted y/y declines in March. Toyota fell 8.5%, its first decline in 13 months. According to Toyota Motor North America, sales of its RAV4 core compact SUV dropped 47.7% due to preparations for the rollout of a redesigned model (phased launch). Meanwhile, the Corolla Cross (+7.6%), Grand Highlander (+26.8%) and 4Runner (+77.4%) posted strong gains. Gasoline models of the Corolla Cros...

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AUMOVIO officially launches in Thailand, showcases autonomous and advanced mobility solutions On April 1, 2026, AUMOVIO (Thailand) Co., Ltd. officially announced its launch as an independent automotive technology company. Founded in September 2025 as a spin-off from Continental’s automotive division, the European company focuses on developing intelligent, connected, and software-driven vehicle technologies. Its Thailand operations aim to streng...

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in Hefei NIO plans establishment of battery assets management company China approves first national battery swap safety standard NIO and CATL build battery asset company NIO introduces 100kWh battery with flexible upgrading plan Maruti Suzuki commences production and export of Jimny from India NIO launches first autonomous ET7 electric car NIO to establish its China headquarters in Hefei NIO showcases face-lifted ES8 and all-new EC6 at brand ev...

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o create approximately 60,000 new R&D positions after completion. - The company was established on February 10, 1995. Hyundai Transys to strengthen partnership with BYD BYD establishes 3 subsidiaries for development of automotive part services BYD increases the number of Fudi subsidiaries to 5 BYD launches “Blade Battery” BYD Microelectronics may become independently-listed company in the future after internal reorganization BYD and Hino wil...

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hinese name XPeng incorporates new Wuhan subsidiary focusing on battery manufacturing and automotive parts development and production XPeng delivered 7,214 vehicles in August, and the Guangzhou plant is expected to start production in third quarter of 2022 XPeng hosts its 3rd annual Tech Day XPeng launches construction of Wuhan manufacturing site XPeng Motors to build manufacturing site in Wuhan with annual capacity of 100,000 units XPeng unveil...

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y's official website or media coverage. They may be revised as appropriate when the data is updated. - The company was established on Nov 18, 2011. Great Wall’s WEY brand releases Collie All-Round Intelligent Safety System and 2020 VV6 Auto Guangzhou 2022: GWM unveils new Lanshan DHT-PHEV SUV and launches Shanhaipao luxury pickup truck Haval names new “H-Dog” mid-sized plug-in hybrid SUV “2nd-generation Haval Dagou” GWM’s Haval sub-br...

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ounced that it will introduce Datsun brand, designed for high-growth markets, in South Africa. Datsun is planned for sale in India, Indonesia and Russia as a fuel-efficient, reasonable price brand in 2014. The first model to be introduced in South Africa will be a new passenger vehicle that will be launched by the end of 2014, priced at 1 million yen or less. On February 26, the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) of South Africa launched a...

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than 1,000 mu(about 667,000 square meters), with a total investment of CNY 10 billion. - On November 24, 2015, the commencement ceremony of the Geely's Guiyang NEV Project was held in Guanshanhu District, Guiyang City. Guizhou Geely New Energy Auto starts test operation of the production line Geely launches all-new Hao Yue mid-sized SUV Geely to launch five new PHEV models in H2 2025 Geely launches Galaxy A7 plug-in hybrid electric sedan The fact...

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Demand in Non-Production Stage FAW-VW East China Base starts trial production VW Group China to open 3 new factories to strengthen SUV offensive and e-Mobility FAW-VW starts production at East China Plant (Qingdao Plant) FAW-VW starts preorders for EV versions of its Bora and Golf models FAW-VW to launch four new energy models in late 2019 as it plans to build new energy center FAW-VW launches e-Golf and e-Bora FAW-VW completes first model of ne...

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Honda Models by Market Home Model Launch Schedules By OEM/Market/Model Honda Models by Market Honda Models by Market Current Models [ ]:Sibling Japan USA Europe China Thailand* Indonesia* India* Platform (PF) A Accord Accord Accord / [Inspire] Accord New Compact Global PF Acura Integra New Compact Global PF Acura ADX New Compact Global PF Acura MDX New Light Truck PF Acura RDX New Compact Global ...

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Nissan Models by Market Home Model Launch Schedules By OEM/Market/Model Nissan Models by Market Nissan Models by Market Current Models [ ]:Sibling Japan USA Europe China Thailand* Indonesia* India* Platform (PF) A AD Renault/Nissan B PF Almera CMF-B PF Altima Altima D PF Armada Patrol PF Atlas 1.5 t class Elf PF Atlas 2t class New Elf PF Ariya Ariya AmpR Medium/ CMF-EV PF C Car...

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roduction capacity would be increased from 86,000 units per year to more than 100,000 units. The extension of a recent tax benefit would make Caoa's investment in the Anápolis plant feasible, as well as another BRL 500 million in the HPE / Mitsubishi plant in Catalão. FFV Pajero TR4 Flex will be launched in Brazil. It is a full-scale FFV in its 4WD lineup and features a 2.0-liter, 16 valve engine. It is also equipped with sensors to measure th...

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on-board battery preconditioning system ensures charging performance in cold-weather conditions. Coming in 2027, Subaru will offer a standard-range Getaway model with a 77.0-kWh lithium-ion battery and Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Details on that trim level will be available closer to market launch. The Getaway features Subaru’s unique lighting signature up front, including a six-star illuminated logo on all trim levels, dynamic daytime ...

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NYIAS 2026: Subaru debuts 2027 Forester Wilderness Hybrid SUV On April 1, Subaru of America debuted the first-ever 2027 Forester Wilderness Hybrid as the newest addition to, and the most fuel efficient model of, the Subaru Wilderness lineup ahead of its U.S. market launch in late 2026. The Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid retains the same 9.3-inch ground clearance, X-MODE Dual Mode System, Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, upgraded suspension,...

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ts North American debut at the New York International Auto Show as an affordable, entry level EV SUV within a compact footprint. The EV3 will be available in five trim levels: Light, Wind, Land, GT-Line, and GT when it goes on sale in in the U.S. in late 2026, with pricing to be announced closer to launch. Based on the company’s 400V Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) and using a native NACS charging port, the Kia EV3 is powered by a stan...

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NYIAS 2026: Genesis to launch 22 new, enhanced vehicles in North America by 2030 On April 1, at the New York International Auto Show, Genesis president and CEO Jose Munoz announced a multi‑year product and manufacturing strategy that underscores the brand's commitment to North America. "Today we are committing to 22 new or significantly enhanced vehicles in North America by 2030,” said Munoz. From 2026 through 2030, Genesis plans to introduce...

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