Events

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.

Royal Enfield's Manaus plant must start production in May 2027

Royal Enfield's global CEO confirms that the brand's own plant in Manaus, Brazil, should begin motorcycle assembly in May 2027.

US dealers face technician shortage

US distributors highlighted by Automotive News detail their solutions to the technician shortage: career paths, bonuses and benefits.

Citroën adds Prime trim to C5 Aircross

Citroën is enriching its C5 Aircross SUV range with a new high-end Prime trim, available to order on all powertrains.

TVS unveils the Apache RTR 125 LC, its sporty 125 motorcycle for Europe

TVS Motor presents the Apache RTR 125 LC, powered by a liquid-cooled 125 cm3 engine of 15 hp, a six-speed gearbox and TFT instrumentation, targeting the European A1 category.

China prepares for ban on petrol and diesel cars

Chinese authorities are working on a draft ban on new petrol and diesel vehicles, a measure that would accelerate the shift of the world's largest market towards electric vehicles.

Stellantis plant in Douvrin closes permanently after more than 50 years of operation

Stellantis has permanently halted production at its Douvrin plant (Pas-de-Calais) this Friday, after more than 50 years of operation. The last internal combustion engines had been assembled there this summer.

Struans Motors opens a second Mazda dealership in Dundee

The Scottish family group Struans Motors opens a second Mazda franchise in Dundee, after 45 years of partnership with the brand.

The Dacia Sandero, the cheapest model, aims for top sales in Spain

The Dacia Sandero, available from 16,770 euros with a petrol engine and manual gearbox, is presented as a candidate for the best-selling car title in Spain in 2026, driven by the Spanish market's price sensitivity.

New electric drivetrain system achieves record efficiency

A new electric vehicle powertrain system is presented as particularly efficient, with significant efficiency gains.

Manufacturers divided between all-electric and a return to hybrids

The automotive sector is split between manufacturers sticking to an all-electric strategy and those reinvesting in hybrid powertrains.

NHTSA grants GM a deadline extension in braking module investigation

The US road safety agency has granted General Motors additional time in its investigation concerning a braking module.

Arnold Clark opens a Motorstore in Telford and creates 30 jobs

Distribution group Arnold Clark has opened a new Motorstore in Telford, creating nearly 30 jobs and offering more than 250 vehicles.

China: internal combustion luxury model maintains over 10,000 monthly sales

Despite the rise of new energy vehicles, a luxury internal combustion model maintains monthly sales of over 10,000 units in China.

Range comparison between the electric BMW iX3 and the thermal X3

A comparison measures the distance without refueling achievable by the electric BMW iX3 compared to the petrol-powered X3.

MotorK launches AI platform for dealership operations

MotorK presents SparK Ultra, an artificial intelligence platform designed to integrate sales, inventory management, and after-sales services for automotive dealerships.

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.

Porsche reportedly developing a flat twin-cylinder engine

According to specialized press, Porsche is working on a surprising flat twin-cylinder engine, an unprecedented architecture for the brand.

Numerous car and motorcycle recalls in Vietnam

Several car and motorcycle models are subject to recall campaigns in Vietnam.

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.