Events

Tata adds special CAMO Edition series to Nexon in India

Tata Motors introduced a special CAMO Edition version of its compact SUV Nexon on the Indian market in August 2026, featuring a 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine and a 7-speed gearbox.

Leapmotor D99 electric with 700 km range at the center of comparisons in China

A Chinese article details the range performance of the 2026 model year Leapmotor D99 with a 700 km range and its appeal compared to competitors.

Lincoln recalls 11,623 Nautilus and Corsair hybrids for neutral gear shifts

Lincoln is recalling 11,623 hybrid Nautilus and Corsair vehicles due to a parking module defect that could cut power without warning.

Test Drive of the Volvo EX90 Twin Motor Performance in South Korea

The Korean press has tested the high-end electric SUV Volvo EX90 in its 680 hp Twin Motor Performance version, highlighting its comfort and one-pedal driving capabilities.

Chevrolet prepares hybrid coupe SUV in Brazil based on Hyundai Bayon

Chevrolet will develop a coupe SUV in Brazil based on the Hyundai Bayon platform, with hybrid powertrains. It could replace the Onix starting in 2030.

Stellantis reintroduces diesel to meet customer demand

Stellantis announces the return of diesel powertrains to its range, justified by customer demand.

Mahindra offers factory-built dump truck version of its Roxor

The Mahindra Roxor is now available from the factory with a tilting dump bed, paired with a turbo-diesel engine and a five-speed manual transmission.

Volkswagen relaunches an ethanol-only Saveiro version in Brazil

After 22 years, Volkswagen is once again offering a Saveiro equipped with an engine running solely on ethanol in Brazil, at a lower price thanks to a tax advantage.

Brazil: contaminated fuel exempts dealer and manufacturer from liability

The Brazilian courts ruled that a dealer and a manufacturer were not responsible for an engine failure caused by contaminated fuel.

Standard Motor Products reports expanded growth at the 50th Automotive Symposium

Parts supplier Standard Motor Products presented its expanded growth during the 50th Automotive Symposium.

Large price gap for the Toyota GR Yaris between Mexico and France

The Toyota GR Yaris is sold at approximately three times the price in France compared to Mexico, a difference largely due to engine specifications and taxation in each market.

Kia Syros: a thermal compact SUV envisaged in Europe around €20,000

Kia could introduce its small Syros SUV with internal combustion engines in Europe, priced around €20,000, while the brand is mainly focusing on electric vehicles.

Hyderabad puts 15 Tata Punch.ev into service for its police force

The capital of Telangana has put 15 electric police cars into service, all Tata Motors Punch.ev models, for its municipal fleet.

Also, spin-off of Rivian, abandons an electric two-wheeler project in Kenya

Also, a company spun off from Rivian focused on autonomous vehicles, has abandoned an electric motorcycle project in Kenya to concentrate on autonomous driving.

Tata Motors considers localizing Iveco products in India

Following the acquisition of Iveco, Tata Motors is exploring the localization of Iveco products in India and the application of FPT engines to boost volumes and revenue.

Norway: Electric cars accounted for 98.8% of registrations in October

In October, electric cars represented 98.8% of new registrations in Norway. They are now the primary propulsion type in the country's driving fleet.

Aston Martin unveils the Valhalla Spider, 1,079 hp plug-in hybrid

Aston Martin presents the Spider version of its Valhalla, powered by a 1,079 hp plug-in hybrid powertrain inherited from Formula 1 technology. The model is rechargeable from the mains.

General Motors unveils OnStar AI and the Horizon concept

GM presented an AI-enhanced version of its connected service OnStar as well as a new mobile app in New York during the GM Forward event. The manufacturer also unveiled the Horizon concept, which transforms the cabin into a workspace and relaxation area for autonomous vehicles.

China: ranking of internal combustion SUV sales from January to August

Ranking of internal combustion SUV sales in China over the first eight months of the year.

Kawasaki aims for hydrogen motorcycles but faces infrastructure hurdles

Kawasaki is working on hydrogen-powered motorcycles, but deployment depends on resolving issues related to hydrogen distribution and refueling infrastructure.

Great Wall Motor releases September sales: Haval at 66,558 units

Great Wall Motor announced its September sales, with 66,558 Haval units and 6,976 units for the Wey brand.

Brembo markets new braking solutions derived from MotoGP

Lombard supplier Brembo is bringing to market a new brake caliper derived from its MotoGP experience.

Repairable Electric Car Motors Instead of Replacements

A technical solution now allows for repairing a failed electric car motor instead of replacing it, reducing usage costs and waste.

German reaches 3 million km with his 2013 Tesla Model S

Hansjörg von Gemmingen-Hornberg has surpassed 3,000,000 km behind the wheel of his 2013 Tesla Model S. The record comes with the replacement of several batteries and motors, rekindling the debate on the real longevity of electric vehicles.

The Chevrolet Trax 2027 would gain power in its facelift

According to US press, the Chevrolet Trax 2027 will receive a more powerful version of the same engine as part of its mid-cycle update, among other changes.

Norton unveils new 450 cc urban motorcycle

Norton presents a new 454 cm3 urban model producing 45 Nm, featuring an aluminum frame and an 8-inch TFT screen, to be marketed from 2027.

Dacia Striker arrives in Spain with 155 hp engine

Dacia is marketing the Striker in Spain, presented as particularly competitive in price/size ratio, with a 155 hp version.

Test drive of the Volkswagen T-Cross with base engine and manual gearbox

AUTO BILD tests the Volkswagen T-Cross in its entry-level version, with a 116 hp engine and manual gearbox.