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General Motors wants to shorten development times using AI

General Motors aims to reduce its vehicle development time by leveraging artificial intelligence.

Automotive chip stocks lead gains on Shanghai Stock Exchange

The STAR 50 index rises and the semiconductor and automotive chip sectors are among the strongest gainers of the session in China.

Hyundai Motor Group president meets Erdoğan to discuss electric vehicles

Euisun Chung met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to discuss cooperation in the electric vehicle sector.

Europe: new car sales up 10% in September

New car registrations in Europe rise 10% in September, with most of the growth attributed to Chinese brands, according to Chinese media.

Spanish automotive sector wants United Kingdom included in "Made in Europe"

The Spanish automotive sector is calling for the United Kingdom to be integrated into the "Made in Europe" rules to better withstand Chinese competition.

Mazda: global sales up 1.2% in the first half of fiscal year 2026-2027

Mazda reports a 1.2% increase in its global sales for the first half of the 2026-2027 fiscal year, driven notably by domestic CX-5 sales in Japan, which surged by 101%.

Asia: auto sales rebound by 13% in the third quarter

Auto sales in Asia grew by 13% in the third quarter, surpassing 800,000 units, supported by electric and hybrid models.

A 1983 car found in a barn, once owned by an engineer on the Thrust 2 project

A 1983 vehicle with 76,000 km was found abandoned in a barn; it belonged to an engineer who participated in the Thrust 2 land speed record project.

Spain: electric cars gain ground despite doubts about range

An article reviews the progress of electric cars in Spain, between public subsidies, charging networks and concerns about range.

2027 Renault Trafic diesel receives technical update

The 2027 model-year Renault Trafic diesel gets a 10-inch screen, new steering and larger brakes.

Japan: launch of a flat-rate leasing program for the Cadillac Escalade

A flat-rate leasing program exclusively for the Cadillac Escalade has been launched in Japan, with no residual value adjustment expected upon return after three years.

Stellantis appoints Pablo Di Si as Director of North American Operations

Stellantis announced the appointment of Pablo Di Si as Director of Operations for North America and US brands, effective immediately. He joins the leadership team and reports to CEO Antonio Filosa.

Honda opens a 50-year museum with 37 classic motorcycles in Manaus

Honda inaugurates a free space at its Manaus factory featuring 37 classic motorcycles, including CG 125, CB 450, and CBX 750F models, to mark half a century of activity in Brazil.

Lexus launches its first electric sedan in Brazil, the ES 500e

The Lexus ES 500e, the brand's first 100% electric sedan in Brazil, arrives with all-wheel drive producing 343 hp at a price of 549,990 reais.

Hyundai Motor Group presents its mobility technology roadmap at FISITA 2026 summit

Hyundai Motor Group co-hosts the FISITA World Mobility Summit 2026 in Hwaseong, where it outlines its technology roadmap for future mobility.

Free parking for electric vehicles removed from UK municipal car parks

A UK local council ends free parking reserved for electric vehicle drivers in its car parks.

Fiat prepares the return of the Punto to compete with the Renault Clio

Fiat boss Arnaud Belloni presents the new Punto as a key element of the range alongside the Grande Panda, to rival the Renault Clio.

Hanley Motorsports Takes Over Paul Miller Racing's BMW M4 GT3 Program in GTD Pro

Hanley Motorsports, in association with DXDT Racing, has acquired the assets of Paul Miller Racing, including the contract for the BMW M4 GT3 Evo, and becomes the new representative for BMW in GTD Pro.

Chevrolet Details the 2027 Corvette Lineup and Pricing

Chevrolet presents the full range of 2027 Corvette versions, with prices starting at $80,895 for the Stingray Coupe 2LT. The electric hardtop convertible is available across the entire lineup.

Mercedes to wear purple suits at the São Paulo GP with Nubank

Mercedes and Nubank have unveiled the purple racing suits for George Russell and Kimi Antonelli for the São Paulo Grand Prix, inspired by Brazil's golden age in Formula 1.

US report highlights the contribution of EV batteries to the power grid

The Frontier Group publishes an analysis on the contribution of electric vehicle batteries to maintaining the power grid and air quality, based on bidirectional charging.

Renault Group and John Cockerill unveil Forefront Concept

Renault Group and John Cockerill unveil the Forefront Concept, an unmanned ground drone designed for the most demanding missions.

School electric car challenge integrates 3D printing

A school electric car challenge now integrates 3D printing into vehicle design.

A Mercedes Sprinter V6 converted into a luxury all-terrain camper van

A high-end conversion of a Mercedes Sprinter with a V6 engine and all-wheel drive into an all-terrain camper van, featuring a winch and unprecedented sanitary equipment.

Piracicaba: automotive and metallurgy sectors as top employers in 2026

In the Piracicaba region of Brazil, the automotive and metallurgy sectors are projected to be the largest providers of jobs in 2026.

JSW Greentech chooses Siemens software to develop its electric commercial vehicles

Indian company JSW Greentech has selected Siemens software for the development of its electric commercial vehicles.

Volkswagen authorized to test Level 3 autonomous driving in China, Stellantis targets Paris in 2028

Volkswagen obtains authorization to test Level 3 autonomous driving in China, while Stellantis plans driverless vehicle trials in Greater Paris starting in 2028.

In France, a village offers free charging for electric cars

A French village is providing its residents with completely free charging for electric cars, an initiative described as unprecedented in the country.

Texas police integrate a 710 hp Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat

The Texas Department of Public Safety adds a 710 hp Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat to the fleet of its North region.

bp pulse opens Australia's largest electric charging hub at Melbourne Airport

bp pulse has commissioned a 24-space charging hub with power outputs of 150 to 300 kW at Melbourne Airport, including spaces for trucks.

The market for electric commercial vehicles struggles to take off in Europe

Despite the rise in registrations of electric commercial vehicles, their adoption remains hindered by cost, range, and limited availability, according to an analysis by Les Echos.