BMW prepares for U.S. launch of 2027 BMW iX3 50 xDrive U.S. in September On May 7, BMW announced pricing for the 2027 BMW iX3 50 xDrive, the first series-production Neue Klasse model, will start at USD 61,500 (plus USD 1,350 destination fee) when it launches in the U.S. market on September 25.  As the first series-production Neue Klasse model, the BMW iX3 50 xDrive, with sixth-generation BMW eDrive technology and new high-voltage batteries with ...

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BMW introduces preferred pricing at IONNA charging stations in U.S. On May 14, BMW of North America announced the launch of a preferred pricing program at IONNA charging locations across the U.S., further enhancing the public charging experience for BMW and MINI electric vehicle drivers. BMW and MINI drivers who initiate charging with Plug & Charge or the My BMW App will receive 20% off charging sessions through September 30, 2026.  The offer is...

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TVS Motor, India launches King EV MAX three-wheeler in Nepal On May 15, TVS Motor Company launched the TVS King EV MAX, a connected passenger electric three-wheeler, in Nepal. The vehicle is powered by an 11-kW motor and a 51.2V, 9.2 kWh lithium-ion LFP battery, delivering a certified range of 179 km per charge. Fast charging supports 0–80% in 2 hours and 15 minutes and a full charge in 3.5 hours. It comes with a top speed of 60 km/h across thr...

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Borouge, Austria, introduces recycled polypropylene compound for automotive applications On May 5, Borouge International announced the global launch of Borcycle GE2331SY, a new high-performance, recycled polypropylene (PP) compound designed for demanding structural automotive components. The glass-fiber reinforced compound combines 40% post-consumer recycled material with 20% glass fibers to deliver the strength required for interior structural p...

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KD, Spain, secures investment to launch its packaging and testing facility On May 14, KD secured a new strategic financing round with the participation of AXIS, the venture capital arm of the ICO Group. It will invest EUR 3.6 million in KD to support its growth and strengthen its industrial capabilities. The technology developed by KD enables the reliable and efficient transmission of large volumes of data in harsh environments, such as the autom...

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nt Plan (Ending in FY2026) Basic Policies and Monetary Targets Sales: JPY 2 trillion (same level as in FY2023) Profit margin: 3.9% (currently). Target: 5-6% ROE: 5.5% (currently). Target: 7-8% Automotive Business Initiatives Improve profitability: 3.3% (currently). Target 5.5% Product Strategy: Launch next-generation steer-by-wire (SBW) products by the 2026 fiscal year. Migrate to high, value-added products such as electric power steering (EP...

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Mozambique to launch National Vehicle Gas Massification program On May 11, multiple sources reported that the President of Mozambique announced that the country will launch a National Vehicle Gas Massification Program this year. The Government had already anticipated a possible rise in fuel prices. Mozambique is already a leading reference point for liquefied natural gas production in Africa. The gas will reduce mobility costs and boost the natio...

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i’s Swift celebrates two million sales Maruti Suzuki Baleno clocks fastest 500,000 sales milestones Suzuki’s Gujarat second plant in India starts operation Maruti Suzuki announces hybrid technology in Baleno in India Maruti Suzuki plans to phase out diesel cars from 2020 Toyota Kirloskar Motor launches Glanza Maruti Suzuki introduces BS -VI compliant models of Swift and WagonR Suzuki Motor Gujarat halts production operations Suzuki Motor Guj...

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Maruti Suzuki temporarily suspends production due to fire at supplier Maruti Suzuki to resume production at Gurgaon plant Maruti Suzuki advances maintenance closure to arrange for components Maruti Suzuki exports Indian-made Super Carry FCV to South Africa and Tanzania Maruti Suzuki launches refreshed Alto 800 in India Maruti Suzuki resumes production after maintenance closure Subros restores supply system to Maruti Suzuki Maruti...

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uction due to fire at supplier Maruti Suzuki to resume production at Gurgaon plant Maruti Suzuki advances maintenance closure to arrange for components Maruti Suzuki resumes production after maintenance closure Subros restores supply system to Maruti Suzuki Maruti Suzuki Swift Deca limited edition launched Suzuki Gujarat plant to be operational by February 2017 Maruti Suzuki launches All-New Dzire Suzuki achieves accumulated automobile productio...

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hes 2 million vehicles through Indian Railways Maruti Suzuki to amalgamate subsidiary SMG Maruti Suzuki has plans to develop three to four models of electric and CNG vehicles for the domestic market. It is likely to take more than 5 years until they are ready for the market. Suzuki may consider the launch of vehicles running on compressed natural gas (CNG) in early 2010. The company plans to add CNG types for all models, possibly starting from th...

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y growth after a 5-month gap. GAC Toyota accounted for 63,648 units, achieving positive y/y growth. The sales volumes of the Camry and Sienna models grew by 17% y/y and 35% y/y, respectively. The bZ7, GAC Toyota’s first battery electric sedan with Huawei’s HarmonySpace cockpit, is scheduled for launch in March.On February 9, Honda announced that its January sales volume was 57,489 units, down 16.5% y/y and declining for 24 consecutive months....

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xpand engine production capacity Changan Automobile changes its commercial vehicle division to Changan Oushang Division Changan Automobile stops operations at Jiangbei Engine Plant for equipment transfer Changan Automobile agrees to strategic partnership with Tencent Chongqing Changan Automobile to launch new Changan CS55 in Hangzhou Changan Automobile officially launches Oushang A800 MPV Changan Automobile releases Linmax large seven-seater MPV ...

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March 2024 Nissan plans to retrench 25% of its employees at its Rosslyn plant in South Africa Nissan agrees to sell South Africa’s Rosslyn plant to Chery Chery announces new South Africa plant, Production expected by 2027 Jetour plans local production in South Africa starting 2027 the "NP200" was launched with a 1,600 cc engine, developing a maximum power of 87HP and a torque of 13.1kgm and with a maximum payload of 800kg. Other grades will als...

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– including motorcycle and financial services businesses - of more than JPY 1.4 trillion in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2029. Honda will reallocate more development and production resources into hybrid vehicles (HEVs) which are currently in high demand. Starting in 2027, the company will begin launching its next-generation hybrid models. The company plans to launch 15 next-generation HEVs globally by the end of the fiscal year ending March...

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d started operations in 2025 (planned production capacity: 100,000 to 250,000) -Company name changed from Kia Motors Corporation to Kia Corporation in January of 2021 -Established in 1989. Kia cerebrates first Niro delivery in Korea Kia launches K5 PHEV Kia launches new K7 Hybrid in South Korea Kia add gasoline turbo variant of Sorento SUV in Korea Kia’s all-new Niro EV makes North ...

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scal year 2027 (ending in March 2028). Regarding maintaining its listing, President Akema said, “We will work to avoid the worst-case scenario (delisting) through measures such as factory transfers and profit and loss improvements.” For automotive displays, the company has begun preparations to launch back-end processes at its manufacturing subsidiary in the Philippines. This move is in response to strong demand for procurement from sources o...

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NTN’s U.S. plant to shift from EV products to ICE vehicles products On May 14, NTN Corporation (NTN) announced that its U.S. plant will shift from products relating to electric vehicles (EVs) for Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) to products for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. This comes after Honda canceled the development and market launch of three electric vehicle (EV) models that it had planned to produce in North America. NTN had be...

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er of employees: 5,300 (as of Feb., 2024) - In Jul., 2023, the Engine plant became a subsidiary of HORSE Holding - LCV production: 1999 - Production started in 1998 Renault to produce Kwid compact car in Brazil Renault announces new range of SUVs for Brazil Renault launches SUV Captur in Brazil Renault launches Kwid for Latin American markets in Buenos Aires Renault invests BRL 750 million for engines in São Jos...

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ance equivalent to IP67, it is suitable for outdoor use and adaptable to a wide range of applications. ■500W Output DC-DC Converter 【Under Development】 1. Key Points Proprietary product targeting the 48V domain, backed by Shindengen's automotive track record -Currently under development for launch in 2027 -Samples available -Small-lot orders welcome 2. Features -High efficiency and high reliability -Dust and water resistance equivalent t...

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