Events

Rafale II inaugurates Renault's new engineering structure in France

Renault highlighted its new engineering organization in France at the launch of the Rafale II.

Toyota plans six new models for 2026

Toyota is preparing six new models for 2026, with details covered by specialized press.

Chinese model voted most beautiful car of the year by Germans

According to a Dutch media outlet, a Chinese model was named the most beautiful car of the year by a German jury, an article that ironically reflects on the evolution of automotive design.

China: Over one million heavy trucks sold in ten months, new energy vehicles surge

Heavy truck sales in China exceeded one million units in the first ten months, with nearly 70% growth in new energy models and rising exports.

Motphys bets on 'physical AI' simulation for autonomous driving development

Company Motphys presents its simulation platform as the foundation for developing intelligent driving systems in China. It positions itself in the niche of 'physical AI' applied to vehicles.

China: Highlighting a 20,000 yuan trade-in subsidy

An article promotes a 20,000 yuan scrappage and trade-in subsidy for purchasing a new vehicle in China.

New sensor to reduce electric car energy consumption

A new sensor is presented as a way to reduce energy consumption in electric cars.

Honda relies on a partner for solid-state batteries

Honda announces it is working with an ally on solid electrolyte batteries, a key technology for its future electric vehicles.

Global electric vehicle penetration deemed irreversible

An analysis by the South Korean steel sector estimates that the global transition to electric vehicles is irreversible and that the current slowdown does not call into question the penetration trajectory.

In South Korea, one out of five national cars sold is electric

Domestic sales of Korean brand electric vehicles have reached a level where one in five models sold on the national market is electric, signaling the end of the slowdown period.

Tesla Model S damages crash-test machine

During a crash test, a Tesla Model S caused damage to the crash-test equipment used, an incident reported without information on possible vehicle defects.

GAC wins four top awards from the China Society of Automotive Engineers

The GAC Group received four first prizes at the 2026 distinctions of the China Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE China).

BYD Sealion 5 DM-i reliability: Failure rates scrutinized

A Czech article details the reliability and failure rates of the BYD Sealion 5 DM-i plug-in hybrid SUV.

Changan in the red in third quarter, Tesla launches 5-year 0% credit

Several automakers are publishing their third-quarter results, including Changan with a net loss, while Tesla is launching a five-year interest-free financing offer.

Comparison of multimedia systems for four electric SUVs in China

A comparison evaluates the smart cockpits of four popular electric SUVs on the Chinese market, focusing on interaction quality and voice assistance.

Nissan promises cheap solid-state batteries by 2028

Nissan announces its aim for reduced-cost solid electrolyte batteries by 2028, a key step in electrifying its lineup.

Beijing's new energy vehicle fleet exceeds 1.53 million units

The number of new energy vehicles in circulation in Beijing has surpassed the threshold of 1.53 million units, according to data relayed by Chinese automotive press.

Ford recalls 5,700 pickup trucks over tailgate failure risk

Ford is recalling approximately 5,700 F-150 and Super Duty pickup trucks in the United States due to a tailgate cable that may break.

Honda significantly lowers prices for CR-V and ZR-V

Honda has lowered the prices of its CR-V and ZR-V, with a particularly marked discount on the ZR-V.

Range Rover Sport recall for cracked rear cradles

Land Rover recalls Range Rover Sports in the United States due to rear cradles that may crack.

Ford confirms affordable pickup under Ranger for 2027

Ford has confirmed that a new affordable pickup, positioned below the Ranger, will be launched on global markets in 2027.

Magna records revenue decline and revises strategy

Supplier Magna announces a drop in its turnover and reevaluates its strategic directions.

Tencent highlights AI solutions for connected cars

Tencent Smart Mobility is showcasing its offerings combining artificial intelligence and automotive, with a group executive speaking on the subject.

Luxembourg: Pre-financing for electric cars planned for 2027

Luxembourg plans to implement a pre-financing mechanism for the purchase of electric cars in 2027.

ECARX and Arm jointly develop an AI computing platform for automobiles

Chinese company ECARX announces a partnership with Arm to co-develop a next-generation physical AI computing platform intended for vehicles.

Renault extends its renative circular economy offer to electric vehicles

Renault's renative brand, which includes over 2,000 references of refurbished parts and reconditioned batteries, expands its range to electric vehicles and trains its advisors on this offer.

POSCO Future M: profit rises but cathode contract with GM delayed

POSCO Future M tripled its operating profit in the third quarter, but its 13 trillion won contract with GM has only been fulfilled to the extent of 2 trillion won. Delays at the joint plant in Canada and heavy investments are weighing on the financial situation.

Rosenberg opens new smart factory in Changzhou

Supplier Rosenberg inaugurates a new smart factory in Changzhou, China, to boost production capacity for connectors intended notably for the automotive sector.

Power equipment supplier Xinlian Power closes Series C round of nearly 2 billion yuan

Chinese power component supplier Xinlian Power announces a Series C fundraising of approximately 2 billion yuan to develop its activities in electric vehicles.