Events

Test drive of the Nissan Fairlady Z NISMO in Japan

Japanese press tests the Nissan Fairlady Z NISMO, now approaching 10 million yen, and questions the model's future.

A KITT replica goes up for auction

A replica of the KITT car from the 1980s TV series is being offered at auction.

VinFast rebounds in registrations in the Netherlands

Longtime ignored in the Netherlands, VinFast sees its electric models suddenly rank well in registrations, ahead of the Peugeot 2008 and just behind the Cupra Raval.

Solera Expands Its Global Circularity Consortium to Latin America

Solera is expanding its Global Circularity Consortium to Latin America, aiming to develop recycling and the circular economy within the automotive sector.

Chinese EV manufacturers contribute to the green transition in Europe

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers are playing an increasingly significant role in Europe's energy transition, beyond simply selling cars.

Honda launches strong end-of-year promotions in Vietnam

Honda Vietnam is offering discounts of up to 142 million dong to boost sales at the end of the year.

Chinese Electric Vehicle Market Faces Domestic Demand Ceiling

The Chinese electric vehicle market is experiencing a slowdown in domestic demand that even affects BYD, according to South Korean press. Manufacturers are facing a deceleration in their home market.

Malaysia: BYD owners book workshop appointments via the OneGo app

BYD now allows its Malaysian customers to book maintenance appointments via the OneGo app.

L&F secures around 1 trillion won LFP cathode contract with LG Energy Solution

L&F announces an LFP cathode supply contract worth around 1,034.9 billion won with LG Energy Solution and its subsidiary, for the period 2028-2031. The Korean supplier is thus expanding its offering beyond NCM cathodes and counts the three major Korean battery manufacturers among its customers.

Blitz launches a strut bar for the Mazda Roadster RF

Japanese tuner Blitz is marketing a strut bar designed for the Mazda Roadster RF, intended to fully exploit the model's suspension capabilities.

Li Auto: electric Li i6 SUV tops 200,000 units produced

Li Auto's electric Li i6 SUV has crossed the 200,000-unit production mark, about thirteen months after its launch.

Manufacturers that have already sold one million electric cars

A review lists automotive manufacturers that have surpassed one million electric vehicle sales worldwide.

China: best-selling models ranking for January-September 2026

A ranking of the best-selling car models in China for the first nine months of 2026 has been published, reflecting the hierarchy of the Chinese market during this period.

Rolls-Royce unveils unique "Spirit of Marassi" Cullinan

Rolls-Royce presents a unique bespoke commission, the Cullinan Spirit of Marassi, inspired by Egypt's north coast and its craftsmanship.

Geely issues 200,000 shares after option exercise

Geely Automobile issued 200,000 new shares following the exercise of option rights by beneficiaries.

MG breaks sales records and wins over dealerships

Driven by record sales, the MG brand sees dealerships switching affiliations to distribute it, a sign of its commercial appeal in China.

Changan claims 35,000 orders in 24 hours for a new model

Changan announces it has recorded more than 35,000 orders in 24 hours for one of its new models, a level presented as unprecedented for the brand.

Aito publishes profile of long-wheelbase M9 Ultimate customers

Aito reveals user profile data for the long-wheelbase Ultimate version of its M9 SUV in China.

Electric vehicle registrations fall 41% in January in the United States

EV registrations dropped by 41% in January in the United States, bringing their market share down to 5.1% from 8.3%, despite growth in some brands.

Touchscreens singled out for causing driver distraction

A German article revisits the risks of distraction associated with touchscreens in cabins and the return of physical controls.

Volkswagen Group plans for 20 new models by 2026

The Volkswagen Group is preparing around twenty launches in 2026, ranging from affordable small cars to large SUVs, across its various brands.

The Denza Z selected among TIME's best inventions

The Denza Z features in TIME magazine's selection of the best inventions, highlighted for its magnetorheological suspension provided by Jingxi Zhixing.

Intel adds automotive audio bus support to its Raptor Lake platform

Intel completes its automotive-oriented Raptor Lake platform with support for an embedded audio bus, reducing its reliance on third-party components.

FCC considers updating its UWB rules, including for automotive digital keys

The FCC is preparing an update to its ultra-wideband (UWB) rules, which cover connected locks and vehicle digital keys. This regulatory development concerns automotive equipment incorporating this technology.

Chinese cells capture growth of South Korean EVs

The rise in electric vehicle sales in South Korea benefits primarily Chinese battery cell manufacturers.

Tank launches wave of OTA updates on several models, including the Tank 300

Great Wall Motor's Tank brand is deploying a month of over-the-air software updates covering several models, including the Tank 300.

Sunwoda abandons Hong Kong stock market listing plan

Chinese battery manufacturer Sunwoda has failed to complete its Hong Kong IPO, according to Chinese specialized press.

KPMG: nearly one in two executives sees Chinese manufacturers in the global top 6

A KPMG survey indicates that nearly half of sector executives anticipate the arrival of Chinese manufacturers among the world's top six groups. The study reflects growing confidence in the competitiveness of Chinese players.