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Changan Automobile signs strategic agreement with China Mobile

Changan Automobile and telecom operator China Mobile have concluded a strategic cooperation agreement.

Test drive of the Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale and its automated gearbox

The Manuale version of the Ferrari 12Cilindri reproduces the feel of a six-speed manual gearbox via highly refined control of the eight-speed DCT.

L'équipementier chinois Xiangyi obtient un brevet de butoir en EPDM renforcé

La société chinoise Xiangyi Auto a obtenu un brevet portant sur un butoir en EPDM renforcé au méthacrylate de zinc et sur son équipement de fabrication.

Daihatsu demonstrates powering household appliances from the e-Hijet Cargo

Daihatsu will present a demonstration of powering household appliances from its electric e-Hijet Cargo light commercial vehicle at a national event in Japan.

Turkey: sharp rise in LPG prices early November 2026

Fuel prices in Turkey are marked by a sharp increase in LPG on 6 November 2026.

Significant price disparities for used Civic Type R FL5s in Japan

The Japanese used car market shows price differences of more than 100,000 yen between Honda Civic Type R FL5s depending on their condition and configuration.

Comparatif entre le BYD Bao 8 et le Toyota Land Cruiser 300

Un comparatif met en regard les performances du BYD Bao 8 et du Toyota Land Cruiser 300, soulignant des compromis de performance pour le modèle chinois.

Electric Fiat Grande Panda gains range without price increase

Fiat is updating its electric Grande Panda, which benefits from increased range while maintaining its pricing positioning.

A Chevrolet dealer lists a Corvette ZR1X at nearly 700,000 dollars

A dealer listing offers a Corvette ZR1X with a markup of around 400,000 dollars, bringing the price to nearly 700,000 dollars, due to limited allocation and strong demand.

Used car dealer Nathan Hunt Cars liquidated with £350,000 in debts

Used car distributor Nathan Hunt Cars Ltd, operator of Apex Cars Direct in Swindon, has been placed in judicial liquidation with more than £350,000 in debts.

Electric vehicle sales in Japan exceed 100,000 units for the first time

New electric car registrations in Japan cross the 100,000-unit threshold for the first time in 2026, supported by public subsidies.

Germany: Bundestag adopts a brake on driving license costs

The Bundestag initiates a reduction in driver training costs, with more digital content and a reduced learning volume for students.

Kia: a Jeonnam-Gwangju dealer exceeds 4,000 cumulative sales

A Kia distributor in the Jeonnam-Gwangju region crosses the 4,000 vehicles sold threshold and obtains "Grandmaster" status.

Hyundai and Kia obtain international certification for their automotive semiconductor development process

Hyundai and Kia have received from TÜV Rheinland an ISO certification related to the functional safety of their in-house automotive chip development process. The goal is to master in-house the brain of software-defined vehicles.

Hankook becomes title sponsor of Rally US, WRC returns to the United States

Hankook Tire signs title sponsorship of the American round of the 2027 WRC, named Hankook Rally US, the championship's first return to the United States in 39 years. The deal was announced at SEMA 2026 in Las Vegas.

Tata Motors finalizes acquisition of Iveco for 3.4 billion euros

Indian group Tata Motors has validated its 3.4 billion euro public tender offer for Italian truck and bus manufacturer Iveco.

Lee Kyu-ho competes in GB3 finale in Barcelona

South Korean driver Lee Kyu-ho, who is aiming to become the first Korean F1 driver, is taking part in the final round of the 2026 GB3 Championship on November 7 and 8 at the Barcelona-Catalunya circuit.

KGM Rexton PHEV (SE10), developed with Chery, receives homologation in South Korea

The SE10 SUV co-developed by KG Mobility and Chery has been homologated in South Korea under the name Rexton PHEV, with two battery capacities (18.4 and 32.4 kWh), in 2WD or e-4WD and 5- or 7-seat configurations. Launch is expected in early 2027, replacing the diesel Rexton.

Autonomous bus trial begins in Fuji, Japan

Advanced Mobility is taking part in an autonomous bus demonstration launched in the city of Fuji, in Shizuoka Prefecture.

Dongfeng subsidiary Yuechuang raises capital to 5.38 billion yuan

Dongfeng announces a capital increase for its subsidiary Yuechuang Technology to approximately 5.38 billion yuan.

The ten finalists for Japan Car of the Year 2026-2027 unveiled

The top ten cars of the year were selected in Japan on November 2, 2026; the winner of the Japan Car of the Year will be chosen from among them.

Maharashtra targets 30% electric registrations by 2030

The Indian state of Maharashtra sets a target of 30% electric vehicles in its registrations by 2030.

In Paraguay, calls to exempt electric vehicles from taxes

Paraguayan stakeholders are calling for tax exemptions on electric cars to support their adoption in the country.

Test of the Jeep Avenger 4xe, small hybrid 4x4 produced in Poland

The Jeep Avenger 4xe, on a French platform and assembled in Poland, is tested: versatile and comfortable on trails, it remains penalized by a high price.

BYD named Brand of the Year at the World Branding Awards 2026-2027

BYD is among the winners of the Brand of the Year title at the World Branding Awards 2026-2027, alongside Costa Coffee and Marriott.