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Iranian threats target Formula 1 teams' hotels

An Iranian news agency has published a list of potential targets including Formula 1 teams' hotels, raising concerns about the security of a race weekend.

NXP plans to adjust prices of certain chips, automotive sector rebounds

NXP is considering modifying the prices of certain components while its automotive business returns to growth.

Test drive of the electric BMW iX5

The press publishes a test drive of the BMW iX5, appreciated for its versatility in use.

BMW believes its electric vehicles allow it to maintain its V8s

The German manufacturer believes it can sell both electric cars and high-performance V8s without sacrificing one for the other.

1,000 km test drive in electric Renault 5 between Nice and Paris

The Renault 5 E-Tech was tested on a 1,000 km journey between Nice and Paris. The test evaluates range, consumption and behavior on long journeys.

Seven new electric vehicle charging stations in Poggibonsi

The Italian town of Poggibonsi will host seven new electric car charging stations as part of its sustainable mobility policy.

Japan considers revising safety standards to approve Level 4 and Level 5 autonomous vehicles

Japan is preparing a revision of its automotive safety certification standards to enable mass production of Level 4 and Level 5 autonomous driving vehicles.

Tesla removes its bonus in Sweden, Model Y rises by 50,000 kronor

Tesla has removed the 50,000-krona bonus applied since April on the Model Y in Sweden, bringing the model's entry price back to 499,900 kronor.

Stellantis choisit Amperity pour unifier ses données clients

Stellantis sélectionne l'américain Amperity pour son programme de transformation des données clients, couvrant l'ensemble de ses marques et points de contact.

Un constructeur chinois affiche une forte croissance portée par deux marques

Un constructeur automobile chinois met en avant une croissance soutenue grâce au lancement de nouveaux modèles sous deux marques.

Volkswagen, Toyota and Stellantis back Trump

Several major automakers, including Volkswagen, Toyota and Stellantis, have voiced their support for Donald Trump's policies.

Peugeot launches the 308 SW GT Hybrid in Japan, limited to 80 units

Peugeot has been marketing the 308 SW GT Hybrid in Japan since June 2026, a low-consumption hybrid estate produced in a limited series of 80 units.

A student from Ceuta stands out in university Formula 1 with FSVitoria's electric car

Iván Jiménez, from Ceuta, is making a name for himself in a university electric single-seater competition at the wheel of FSVitoria's car.

Le fournisseur de gestion thermique Xinfu Technology vise une IPO à Pékin

Xinfu Technology, spécialiste de la gestion thermique pour véhicules à énergies nouvelles, prépare son introduction au Beijing Stock Exchange et prévoit 400 millions de yuans d'investissement pour augmenter sa capacité.

Hyundai Steel deploys its generative AI platform Steel-X

Hyundai Steel has launched an internal generative AI platform, Steel-X, developed with Hyundai Autoever, for document research and data analysis.

Voyah lance sa politique d'achat de novembre avec jusqu'à 50 000 yuans de prime

Voyah annonce des offres commerciales de novembre incluant jusqu'à 50 000 yuans de prime à la reprise.

Honda markets the Stepwagon e:HEV in Thailand

Honda Automobile Thailand has offered the Stepwagon e:HEV minivan since February 2026, equipped with high-end features such as ottomans and power sliding doors.

The 20 best-selling electric cars in Spain in October 2026

Ranking of the most registered electric models in Spain during October 2026.

China: strategic partnership to develop the automotive aftermarket cluster

Chinese automotive aftermarket players sign a cooperation agreement on resource pooling and export expansion.

BMW campaign mocking competitors backfires

BMW launched an advertising campaign mocking its competitors, which provoked a strong negative reaction online.

EMTA to unveil its first electric kei car at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2027

The EMTA brand, intended for the Japanese market, announces the world premiere of its first model, an electric kei car, at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2027.

Jaguar boss defends controversial design of the Type 01

Jaguar's managing director says the polarizing design of the Type 01 is attracting customers, figures to back it up.

Report highlights hidden deforestation linked to electric vehicle batteries

An investigation sheds light on the impact of raw material extraction for electric vehicle batteries on deforestation.

Mahindra prepares its UK launch in 2027 with three electric SUVs

Indian manufacturer Mahindra plans to enter the British market in 2027 with a range of electric SUVs designed in Oxfordshire, according to Autocar.

120 km/h range test of the Xpeng P7+

The Chinese electric sedan Xpeng P7+ undergoes a 120 km/h range test from 100% to 5% charge, with an examination of design, equipment and trunk.

Why the Toyota RAV4, a U.S. best-seller, is suddenly hard to find

Toyota extended production of the 2025 RAV4 into the fourth quarter before launching the new 2026 model year, disrupting the SUV's availability in the U.S. market.

In China, hybrids presented as the new trend against internal combustion

A Chinese article analyzes the future of internal combustion engine vehicles and highlights the development of hybrid powertrains as a new market trend.

Yamaha presents the 2027 model year NMAX 125 Tech MAX for Europe

Yamaha Europe unveiled in October 2026 the 2027 version of its NMAX 125 Tech MAX scooter, with integrated navigation and new upholstery.