Events

GAC Toyota recalls over 120,000 bZ vehicles due to safety risk

GAC Toyota has launched a recall of more than 120,000 vehicles from the bZ lineup in China due to a safety risk linked to several production batches.

Nio: William Li defends value of autonomous driving at Wuzhen

Nio executive William Li presented autonomous driving at Wuzhen as a way to free up time for drivers rather than a threat to employment.

Automobile seat manufacturer patents bending machine for frames

Zhongde Auto Seat Manufacturing has obtained a patent for a bending machine intended for the manufacture of automobile seat frames, improving productivity.

Japan: second-generation Porsche Panamera on the used market

As new car prices rise, the second-generation Porsche Panamera is becoming accessible on the used market in Japan, according to a local buying guide.

Citric acid and vitamin C process recovers 97% of lithium from batteries

Research shows that a mixture of citric acid and vitamin C can recover up to 97% of the lithium contained in electric car batteries.

Analysis of the impact of ultra-fast charging on the electric vehicle industry

An article examines the effects of ultra-fast charging technology on the development of the new energy vehicle sector.

BYD homologates large 5.16 m, 300 kW electric sedan

China's Ministry of Industry has published the specifications of a new BYD electric sedan measuring 5,156 mm long, with a 3,030 mm wheelbase and 300 kW, positioned in the premium segment.

Chinese supplier patents quick-installation tool for rivet nuts

Kunhou Auto Parts obtains a patent for a quick-installation tool for rivet nuts intended to improve equipment adaptability and production continuity.

Study: double-sided adhesive tape market driven by automotive through 2035

A market study forecasts growth in the double-sided adhesive tape market through 2035, driven notably by demand from electronics and automotive.

BMW prepares an i4 Coupé to succeed the current i4

The future BMW i3 will replace the i4 in the lineup, but BMW would retain a two-door variant of the i4 for its sporty image. The manufacturer provides details on this i4 Coupé.

Nissan revives the Pixo in a 100% electric version

Nissan is bringing back the Pixo name on a small, fully electric, compact city car positioned at an attractive price.

Chery carries out a major adjustment of its organizational chart

Chinese automaker Chery announces an important reorganization of its management, without details of the appointments being specified.

KGM exceeds 3 trillion won in revenue in third quarter

KGM crosses the threshold of 3 trillion won in revenue in the third quarter despite the decline in its new vehicle sales. The Korean automaker improves its revenue.

Ferrari patents taillights transformable into active wings

Ferrari has filed in the United States a patent for mobile rear light clusters serving as active aerodynamic appendages, with certification challenges to come.

Toyota buys back 45.2 million shares worth 135 billion yen in October

As part of its buyback program covering 500 million shares and 1,000 billion yen until August 2027, Toyota repurchased 45.2 million titles in October 2026.

China drift championship stops in Wuhan

The Wuhan round of the 2026 China drift championship was held, bringing together drivers and spectators around a motorsport competition.

Electric car priced at 165 million dong claims title of Vietnam's cheapest

An article examines a five-door electric car sold for 165 million dong in Vietnam and compares it to the cheapest models on the market.

Export competitiveness of South Korean EVs declines against China

A South Korean study estimates that the country's export competitiveness of electric vehicles has been halved against China and calls for increased public support.

Peugeot offers official modular camper conversion for the Rifter

Peugeot launches a modular camper conversion solution for the Rifter, with two double beds, a pop-up roof and a shower, in collaboration with a converter.

Poste Italiane installs two charging stations in Pisa province

Poste Italiane continues its sustainable mobility program with the installation of two electric vehicle charging stations in Pisa province.

Jeep Avenger produced in Porto Real begins exports

Stellantis has launched exports of the Jeep Avenger manufactured in Porto Real, Brazil, to South American markets, opening a new frontier for the hybrid SUV.

Togg plans third model, the T6X, for June 2027

Turkish automaker Togg plans to expand its lineup in June 2027 with the T6X, an electric model more affordable than the T10X and T10F.

Great Wall Motor reportedly considering entry into NASCAR in the US

Reports suggest Great Wall Motor is planning to participate in the American NASCAR championship, with the manufacturer already initiating recruitment related to this program.

Ferrari offers Handling Speciale pack on the Purosangue

Ferrari adds a Handling Speciale pack to the Purosangue, improving sound quality and body control, which has been tested by British press.

China: second wave of L3 autonomous driving admission tests

China launches the second phase of its Level 3 autonomous vehicle homologation trials, while experts call for an appropriate legal framework.