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Study: battery busbar market driven by electric vehicle demand until 2035

A market study forecasts growth in the battery busbar segment, driven by electric vehicle demand through 2035.

Nissan recognized by Element Fleet Management in Mexico

Nissan has been recognized by Element Fleet Management as the best manufacturer for fleet operations in Mexico.

Study: The market for extension cables driven by electric vehicle charging by 2035

A market study forecasts an acceleration in demand for extension cables until 2035, driven by the smart home and electric vehicle charging.

Test drive of Volkswagen's compact sport SUV

German press publishes a test drive of Volkswagen's compact sport SUV, deemed convincing in terms of driving dynamics and interior space, with some remaining areas for improvement.

Proliferation of models at BMW and German manufacturers criticized

A financial column deems a BMW lineup of 85 models absurd and believes German manufacturers have become too dispersed. The criticism focuses on the complexity and cost of their lineups.

BMW Motorrad invests in startup Venna

BMW Motorrad announces an investment in the young company Venna, specializing in high-performance electric motorcycles, to position itself on the emerging off-road electric two-wheeler market.

Used Ford Grand Tourneo Connect diesel under 19,000 euros in Germany

A German listing offers a family Ford Grand Tourneo Connect diesel for under 19,000 euros on the used market.

Wave of insolvencies in German automotive trade

After the bankruptcies of the Wahl and Autohaus König groups, an expert estimates that a third of German car dealerships are threatened with insolvency.

Bugatti reportedly studying V16 paired with manual gearbox

According to rumors, Bugatti is considering combining its V16 engine with a manual gearbox, or even abandoning the electrification of its powertrain.

Pato O'Ward urges Mexico to host an IndyCar round

Following confirmation of an IndyCar race in Barcelona in 2027, Mexican driver Pato O'Ward believes Mexico must make a collective effort to secure a round.

MINGA project's autonomous MAN electric bus opens public tests in Munich

The MINGA project will allow test users to board an autonomous MAN electric bus in Munich starting November 17, after more than 2,000 preregistrations.

Mansour Group aims for electric vehicle plant in 6th of October City by early 2027

The Egyptian Mansour Group plans to complete its electric vehicle plant located in 6th of October City in the first quarter of 2027.

JAC files patent for AI-driven intelligent HIL test bench

Chinese automaker JAC has filed a patent application for a method of building HIL test benches based on AI to reduce manual configuration errors.

Blue Electric files patent for high-tolerance identification method

Chinese automaker Blue Electric (蓝电汽车) has filed a patent application for a high-tolerance vehicle identification method.

Nexteer files patent for automatic rotor assembly equipment for power steering

Nexteer's Liuzhou subsidiary has filed a patent application for automatic rotor assembly equipment intended for electric power steering systems.

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.

Japanese automakers entrust their management to forty-somethings

Nissan and Honda are changing their governance by appointing forty-something executives, including technical profiles, at their head.

Registration open for event on connected cars and exports on November 13

Registrations are now open for an event dedicated to smart and connected vehicles and the export of Chinese automakers, scheduled for November 13.

Study: potassium titanate market driven by lightweight friction materials through 2035

A market study forecasts growth in potassium titanate through 2035, supported by demand for lighter friction materials for automobiles.

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.

Dongfeng files patent for body structure with tubular beams and integrated casting nodes

Dongfeng Motor Group has filed a patent application for a body frame structure combining tubular beams and integrated casting nodes, aimed at reducing machining equipment investment.

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.

Well-equipped used Volkswagen Up for sale in Germany

The German used car market offers a recent and well-equipped Volkswagen Up, a model that is no longer sold new.

Two-year-old Skoda Karoq listed under 25,000 euros in Germany

A Skoda Karoq under two years old is offered at under 25,000 euros on the German used-car market, about one-third less than the new price.