Events

New charging stations for electric vehicles at corso Regio Parco in Turin

Charging columns for electric cars have been installed at corso Regio Parco in Turin.

Manufacturers reintroduce physical buttons in cabins

According to a Spanish daily, physical controls are returning to cars at the expense of touchscreens, a trend adopted by several manufacturers.

Mazda lease return in poor condition baffles US dealer

In the United States, a Mazda vehicle returned at the end of a lease in surprising condition has puzzled a dealer, who was filmed in a viral video.

Stochastic algorithms to anticipate energy prices and manage batteries

Stochastic algorithms evaluate multiple price scenarios to optimize the charging and discharging of accumulators.

Zhuoyu expands into autonomous commercial vehicles

Chinese autonomous driving systems supplier Zhuoyu is broadening its offerings to the commercial vehicle segment and entering the driverless logistics vehicle market.

48V architecture moves from concept to mass production

The shift to 48V electrical architecture, driven by zonal control and computing needs for AI, is transforming automotive chips; MPS presents a system approach.

Rising sales of new energy vehicles boost demand for parts in China

Strong growth in the sales of new energy vehicles in China is driving up forecasts for component demand, while analysts are following the scaling up of humanoid robots.

China applies more than 500 new standards from November, including on electric vehicles

China is implementing more than 500 new national standards from November, notably for electric vehicles and the adaptation of applications for the elderly.

Australian electric conversion specialist goes bankrupt with over $1 million in debt

An Australian company specializing in electric vehicle conversions has collapsed, leaving more than $1 million in debt.

North American EV sales slow down, China sees strong growth

Electric vehicle sales are slowing in North America, while the Chinese market continues its strong growth.

Toyota and Nissan acknowledge quality discrepancies on vehicles manufactured in the United States

Toyota and Nissan admit that certain models produced in the United States and sold in Japan present finish defects (thin paint, bodywork adjustments) compared to Japanese standards.

Ladakh reviews its framework for adopting electric vehicles

The Chief Secretary of the Ladakh territory reviewed the framework for adopting electric vehicles, emphasizing charging infrastructure and green mobility.

AI presented as the digital nervous system of electric mobility

An analysis describes the integration of artificial intelligence into electric mobility, where it would play the role of a digital nervous system.

Global ranking of electric vehicle sales from January to July 2026

The global ranking of electric vehicle sales from January to July 2026 places 17 Chinese models in the top 20, with the Model Y at the top.

In the US, the shift to electric is progressing despite hesitations

Analysis of the evolution of electric vehicle adoption in the United States, where a portion of motorists are abandoning internal combustion engines.

Novosense launches the Mini SBC NCA1169V-Q1 series of circuits for automotive use

Chinese supplier Novosense presents a new family of Mini SBC integrated circuits intended for vehicle electronic control units.

The Russian automotive industry undergoing profound change

The Russian automotive industry is transforming with new models, the development of electric vehicles, and trucks.

The Chinese automotive industry accelerates technological upgrading

The Chinese automotive sector highlights the development of new productive and technological capabilities, to which manufacturers are responding.

Basquevolt accelerates sales after more than €11 million in losses

Battery manufacturer Basquevolt is looking to accelerate its sales to generate revenue after losing more than €11 million in a year.

New Zealand: EV rental project at around $170 per week

A plan for electric car rentals led by Mike Casey (Rewiring Aotearoa) offers vehicles at approximately $170 per week, particularly for nurses.

In Argentina, an executive claims only one company can manufacture cars

Manuel Antelo believes that only one company in Argentina is currently capable of producing automobiles in the country.

Automotive news review for November 2, 2026

Daily selection of information from the Chinese automotive sector published on November 2, 2026.