Qingdao automotive industry growth plan targets 1 million vehicles and 45% NEV share by 2026
Apr 10, 2026
Qingdao aims for 1 million vehicle production with over 45% NEV share by 2026. M...
American Security Robotics Act targets foreign humanoid robots in US operations
Apr 09, 2026
US lawmakers propose restricting foreign-made robots in federal use over securit...
Thailand EV and Sustainable Manufacturing Push Gains Momentum Amid Global Disruptions
Apr 09, 2026
Thailand is prioritizing EVs and green manufacturing under the BCG model to stay...
Toyota Motor Thailand flags fuel costs and EV incentives impact on vehicle demand
Apr 09, 2026
Rising fuel and electricity prices are weakening vehicle demand and reducing EV ...
Zimbabwe lithium export ban easing framework 2026 with beneficiation tax rules
Apr 08, 2026
Zimbabwe will allow lithium exports only if companies commit to local processing...
ACEA HDV CO2 regulation amendment supports transition to zero-emission trucks
Apr 08, 2026
The amendment allows flexible emission crediting beyond 2025–2029 targets with...
China NEV power battery tracing platform rollout strengthens lifecycle transparency
Apr 08, 2026
China introduces unified battery tracking system covering full lifecycle Platfor...
Malaysia CKD Policy support strengthens EV localization strategy
Apr 08, 2026
Malaysia CKD policy reinforces long-term EV localization and supply chain growth...
Tesla Actually Smart Summon probe closed by NHTSA after low-speed incident review
Apr 08, 2026
NHTSA closed the probe after confirming only minor low-speed incidents with no i...
Mexico heavy vehicle fleet renewal program boosts domestic manufacturing and incentives
Apr 08, 2026
Mexico introduces tax and financing incentives to accelerate heavy vehicle fleet...
Trump steel aluminum copper tariffs 2026 strengthen Section 232 policy
Apr 07, 2026
Tariff structure simplified with clear rates based on metal content and product ...
Isuzu Thailand investment boosts automotive production and Euro 6 upgrade
Apr 07, 2026
Isuzu commits THB 15 billion to upgrade production and meet Euro 6 emission stan...
US Senators push to block Chinese automakers from US and North American markets
Apr 07, 2026
US lawmakers seek stricter barriers against Chinese automakers entering North Am...
Nissan USMCA tariff impact on entry-level car pricing in 2026
Apr 07, 2026
USMCA tariff changes could raise prices of Nissan’s entry-level cars in the U....
Japan Automotive Plastics Supply Faces Pressure from Rising Naphtha Prices
Apr 07, 2026
Rising naphtha prices are driving sharp cost increases in automotive plastics an...
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines HEV production plan under EVIS targets 2028 launch
Apr 07, 2026
Mitsubishi Motors Philippines targets HEV production start by mid-2028 under EVI...
Indian Government SEZ customs duty concessions boost domestic sales flexibility
Apr 06, 2026
SEZ units can sell up to 30% of export value domestically at concessional duty P...
Ola Electric Roadster X+ 4.5 kWh earns PLI certification under PLI-Auto Scheme
Apr 06, 2026
Ola Electric secures first PLI-certified motorcycle in its Roadster lineup Certi...
Tunisia Smart Automotive City project drives EV investment and manufacturing growth
Apr 06, 2026
Tunisia plans major EV and automotive investments through Smart Automotive City ...
Germany funds Nolans Project rare earth supply for EV and wind sectors
Apr 06, 2026
Germany allocates EUR 50 million to secure rare earth supply for EV and wind sec...
India ethanol blending programme pushes beyond E20 toward flex-fuel expansion
Apr 06, 2026
India’s ethanol production capacity is nearly double current consumption, push...
Japan oil reserves supply chain review highlights fuel stability concerns in 2026
Apr 03, 2026
Japan holds over 230 days of oil reserves but localized shortages persist Govern...
Manila International Auto Show 2026 electrification mobility showcase expands
Apr 03, 2026
MIAS 2026 focuses on electrification and sustainable mobility solutions Global O...
2026 Beijing Auto Show media registration opens ahead of record-breaking event
Apr 02, 2026
Media registration for 2026 Beijing Auto Show is strictly online with no on-site...
Japan abolishes environmental performance tax and diesel provisional tax 2026
Apr 02, 2026
Japan eliminates two major vehicle-related taxes ahead of fiscal 2026 Policy avo...
Range Rover Sport SV price cut India UK trade deal impact
Apr 02, 2026
Range Rover Sport SV price cut driven by India-UK tariff reduction benefits Jagu...
char.gy EV charging infrastructure expansion Isle of Wight reaches 1500 chargepoints under LEVI program
Apr 01, 2026
char.gy will deploy over 1500 public EV chargepoints in Isle of Wight under LEVI...
Japan naphtha supply diversification doubles imports outside Middle East
Apr 01, 2026
Japan doubles non-Middle East naphtha sourcing to enhance supply resilience Four...
CATARC R&D Center Expansion in China Strengthens Automotive Innovation Ecosystem
Apr 01, 2026
CATARC is investing CNY 416 million to expand its R&D capabilities in Tianjin Th...
Cambodia EV tax cuts slash import duties on hybrids and electric vehicles
Apr 01, 2026
Cambodia sharply reduces EV import duties to accelerate green mobility adoption ...
Mexico US auto tariffs renegotiation gains momentum with new working group
Apr 01, 2026
Mexico and the US move closer to revising tariffs through a structured working g...
Argentina vehicle procurement law reform opens market to imports
Apr 01, 2026
Argentina proposes ending domestic vehicle preference in public procurement Impo...
Japan supply chain cybersecurity evaluation system rollout by 2026
Mar 31, 2026
Japan introduces a structured cybersecurity rating system for supply chain compa...
ZF CVCS India ADAS suite nomination for bus platforms targets 2027 production
Mar 31, 2026
ZF CVCS India will supply an integrated ADAS suite for new bus platforms startin...
EU CO2 emissions flexibility for heavy-duty vehicles compliance targets update
Mar 31, 2026
EU introduces temporary flexibility allowing manufacturers to earn emission cred...
PM E-DRIVE electric two-wheelers subsidy cut to INR 2,500 per kWh until July 2026
Mar 30, 2026
Electric two-wheeler subsidy reduced by 50% with revised caps and deadlines Sche...
Nigeria expands PiCNG to include electric vehicles and charging infrastructure
Mar 30, 2026
Nigeria expands PiCNG to include EVs and charging ecosystem nationwide Policy no...
PM E-DRIVE Scheme extends electric two-wheeler subsidies till July 2026
Mar 30, 2026
Electric two-wheeler subsidies extended till July 2026 with reduced incentive ra...
Japan CEV Subsidy Revision Boosts Domestic Battery Supply and Economic Security
Mar 30, 2026
Japan shifts EV subsidy focus toward domestic battery supply stability Economic ...
Japan CEV subsidy revision impacts automakers based on battery supply stability
Mar 30, 2026
Japan strengthens EV subsidies by prioritizing battery supply chain security Aut...
Hino Motors Restart Day compliance culture reform after engine certification fraud
Mar 30, 2026
Hino Motors reinforces compliance culture through structured internal initiative...
India fuel excise duty cut impact on petrol diesel prices and OMC losses 2026
Mar 27, 2026
India cuts excise duty sharply to reduce losses for oil companies Fuel prices re...
Germany climate protection program 25 million tons CO2 reduction by 2030
Mar 27, 2026
Germany allocates EUR 3 billion to support up to 800000 electric vehicles for lo...
Keysight Technologies India manufacturing expansion to boost test and measurement ecosystem
Mar 27, 2026
Keysight is localizing production in India to improve supply chain resilience an...
Japan EV subsidy revision boosts domestic battery supply focus from April 2026
Mar 27, 2026
Japan increases EV subsidy weight on battery and rare earth supply security Poli...
Japan CEV Subsidy Revision 2026 Shifts Focus to Supply Stability
Mar 27, 2026
Japan shifts EV subsidies toward supply chain security and battery sourcing stab...
Tesla Robotaxi Reality: Why California Classifies It as a Limo Service
Mar 26, 2026
Tesla’s robotaxi service is officially classified as a limousine operation in ...
AutoLOOP digital platform expansion drives EV battery recycling compliance in Europe
Mar 26, 2026
AutoLOOP now supports EV battery collection and recycling Platform helps automak...
Scottish Zero Emission Bus Challenge Fund boosts 330 buses with £45M investment
Mar 26, 2026
£45 million funding supports over 330 zero-emission buses in Scotland Policy fr...
India rare earth magnet production 5000 tonnes plan: EV supply chain boost by 2030
Mar 26, 2026
India plans to scale rare earth magnet output tenfold by 2030 to meet EV demand ...
UK zero-emission truck and van grants 2026: GBP 1 billion boost for fleet electrification
Mar 26, 2026
UK allocates GBP 1 billion to accelerate zero-emission commercial vehicles Busin...
Slovakia diesel fuel restriction 2026: 3 emergency measures to stabilize supply
Mar 26, 2026
Slovakia imposes temporary diesel sales and export restrictions €400 cap and 1...
IIHS Top Safety Picks 2026: 63 Vehicles Meet Tougher Crash Safety Standards
Mar 26, 2026
63 vehicles qualified despite stricter IIHS safety criteria SUVs dominated both ...
Maruti Suzuki Manesar railway siding dispatches 100,000 vehicles in 2026 milestone
Mar 25, 2026
Manesar facility dispatches 100,000 vehicles within 9 months of launch Rail shar...
India automobile retail demand 2026: 10%+ growth holds despite West Asia tensions
Mar 25, 2026
Strong March registrations indicate resilient consumer demand despite global ten...
Japan oil reserves release 2026: 30-day stockpile move amid Middle East crisis
Mar 25, 2026
Japan plans phased release of 30 days’ oil reserves starting March 26 8.5 mill...
GM EV spending slump 2026: Sales drop 26.8% amid tariffs and competition
Mar 25, 2026
EV sales in the U.S. dropped sharply due to inflation and tariffs GM continues r...
BYD Canada EV Dealership Expansion 2026: 20 Stores Plan Amid Tariff Shift
Mar 25, 2026
BYD plans 20 dealerships in Canada within its first year of entry Tariff reducti...
Faraday Future Nasdaq Compliance Deadline and SEC Investigation Closure
Mar 24, 2026
Faraday Future has until September 16, 2026 to meet Nasdaq minimum bid price req...
Japan MLIT ETC 2.0 upgrade intelligent transport system roadmap
Mar 24, 2026
Japan plans ETC 2.0 enhancements with smartphone integration and real-time data ...
EKA Mobility Hyderabad electric bus order 915 units under PM E-DRIVE 2026 rollout
Mar 24, 2026
EKA Mobility and GreenCell Mobility secure 915 electric bus deployment in Hydera...
EU Mercosur interim Trade Agreement provisional application timeline 2026 benefits and impact
Mar 24, 2026
Provisional application starts May 1, 2026 enabling immediate tariff reductions ...
VDA EU Australia Free Trade Agreement Automotive Industry Impact 2025 Trade Boost
Mar 24, 2026
EU-Australia trade deal expected to boost German automotive exports through tari...
China MIIT New Energy Vehicle Tax Break Catalog March 2026
Mar 23, 2026
China expands NEV tax benefit list with 300+ vehicle models across segments BEVs...
China MIIT NEV Tax Incentive List March 2026 Update
Mar 23, 2026
MIIT released 308 vehicle models eligible for energy-saving incentives. List inc...
China MIIT vehicle announcement 404 list includes major OEM approvals
Mar 23, 2026
China MIIT released its 404th vehicle approval list covering major OEMs Both dom...
India Ethanol Blending Expansion AIDA Proposal for Flex-Fuel Vehicles
Mar 23, 2026
AIDA proposes increasing ethanol blending beyond 20% to reduce crude oil depende...
Tesla FSD Supervised Approval Process Netherlands RDW Testing Update
Mar 23, 2026
Tesla has completed final FSD Supervised testing with RDW in the Netherlands and...
India record mineral block auctions 2025-26 mining lease composite licence
Mar 21, 2026
India auctioned a record 200 mineral blocks in FY 2025-26, the highest ever in a...
Toyota US-built vehicles export Japan RHD LHD strategy expands trade alignment
Mar 21, 2026
Japanese OEMs are exporting U.S.-built vehicles to Japan with both RHD conversio...
India NdFeB Magnet Manufacturing Scheme RFP Targets 6,000 MTPA Capacity
Mar 21, 2026
India launches RFP to establish domestic NdFeB magnet production capacity Govern...
Tesla NHTSA Recall Decision on One-Pedal Driving Safety Review
Mar 21, 2026
NHTSA rejected a petition seeking recall of 2.26 million Tesla vehicles, citing ...
United States EV Highway Funding Policy Gains Momentum in Transport Bill Debate
Mar 19, 2026
US lawmakers are considering new EV fees to fund highway repairs. Proposals rang...
ACEA Heavy-Duty Vehicle CO2 Regulation Amendment Analysis 2025–2029
Mar 19, 2026
Flexible emission credit rules introduced for heavy-duty vehicles until 2029 Inf...
AvtoVAZ LADA Azimut Euro-6 Compliance Achieved After Engine Testing
Mar 19, 2026
LADA Azimut engines successfully passed Euro-6 emission testing under extreme co...
ThyssenKrupp Mexico Labor Rights Case Closure Under USMCA Mechanism
Mar 19, 2026
USMCA labor case closed after ThyssenKrupp implemented corrective actions and re...
US EV Charger Domestic Content Rule Sparks State Opposition
Mar 19, 2026
State attorneys general warn the proposal could halt EV infrastructure expansion...
Automotive Industry Development Program Flexibility Review and Localization Strategy
Mar 18, 2026
Government ministries are aligning policies to increase local automotive manufac...
BYD Rayong Plant Tariff Allegations Response to U.S. Claims
Mar 18, 2026
BYD denies using Thailand facility to bypass U.S. tariffs No vehicles from Rayon...
India CAFE III norms delay discussion amid industry pushback
Mar 17, 2026
Government may defer CAFE-III rollout due to lack of industry consensus Stricter...
US lawsuit challenges California zero emission vehicle mandate 2035
Mar 17, 2026
Federal lawsuit challenges California’s authority to enforce zero-emission veh...
Japan METI Naphtha Supply Outlook and Automotive Material Impact
Mar 17, 2026
Japan can secure roughly two months of naphtha supply using diversified imports ...
MRF Limited excise duty case ruling clears ₹221 crore demand
Mar 17, 2026
CESTAT Chennai ruled fully in favour of MRF, cancelling ₹221.31 crore duty dem...
Japan Strategic Technology R&D Tax Support for AI Robots and Semiconductors
Mar 16, 2026
Japan plans tax incentives to accelerate R&D in six strategic technology sectors...
China Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle Policy Targets 100,000 Units by 2030
Mar 16, 2026
China plans to expand its fuel cell vehicle fleet to 100,000 units by 2030 under...
China Introduces ISO 4009:2026 Standard for Commercial Vehicle Trailer Connections
Mar 16, 2026
China released ISO 4009:2026 defining standardized electrical and pneumatic conn...
India localisation rules for N2 N3 electric trucks strengthened under PM E-DRIVE scheme
Mar 16, 2026
India mandates phased domestic assembly and manufacturing of key electric truck ...
Mercedes-Benz Egypt Automotive Localization Program Discussed with Trade Ministry
Mar 16, 2026
Egypt is encouraging global automakers to localize production through its Automo...
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Commercial Vehicle Safety Ratings to Launch in the U.S.
Mar 14, 2026
IIHS will introduce new safety ratings for cargo vans and Class 3 pickups in the...
Honda ENERGY STAR Manufacturing Plants Earn 2025 EPA Efficiency Certification
Mar 13, 2026
Seven Honda manufacturing plants in North America achieved the 2025 EPA ENERGY S...
ANPACT USMCA Review Participation Targets Stronger North American Production Integration
Mar 13, 2026
ANPACT joins the USMCA review to strengthen regional manufacturing integration a...
U.S. Section 301 Investigation Into Thailand Automotive Exports and Manufacturing Capacity
Mar 13, 2026
The United States has opened a Section 301 investigation examining Thailand’s ...
Setco Automotive Kalol Plant Closure Ordered by Gujarat Pollution Control Board
Mar 13, 2026
Gujarat Pollution Control Board ordered shutdown of a Setco Auto Systems manufac...
India Press Note 3 FDI Policy Clarification Maintains Restrictions on Chinese Investments
Mar 12, 2026
India confirms that Press Note 3 FDI rules still require government approval for...
Hero Electric Liquidation Process Triggered After Creditor Deadlock at NCLT
Mar 12, 2026
Creditors failed to reach the required 66 percent majority, forcing liquidation ...
BYD IATF Membership Expands Role in Global Automotive Standards
Mar 12, 2026
BYD has officially joined the International Automotive Task Force to contribute ...
India PM E-DRIVE EV Incentives Progress Faces Rajya Sabha Scrutiny
Mar 12, 2026
Rajya Sabha panel reports EV deployment under PM E-DRIVE reaching only about 58....
US Oil Sanctions Waiver Signals Supply Boost Amid Middle East Tensions
Mar 11, 2026
The US government plans to temporarily waive certain oil sanctions to stabilize ...
Japan Fair Trade Commission Supply Chain Regulations Target Bargaining Abuse
Mar 11, 2026
Japan plans stricter antitrust enforcement to prevent abuse of superior bargaini...
Japanese Government Semiconductor Strategy Targets JPY 40 Trillion by 2040
Mar 11, 2026
Japan aims to reach JPY 40 trillion in semiconductor sales by 2040. Policy prior...
India FDI Policy Electronics Manufacturing Threshold Revised to Accelerate Investment
Mar 11, 2026
India introduces a 10 percent beneficial ownership threshold for investments fro...
India foreign investment guidelines land-border countries updated with faster approvals and relaxed small stakes
Mar 11, 2026
India now allows up to 10% non-controlling investment from land-bordering countr...
India Electric Vehicle Market February 2026 Shows Stable Penetration Amid Falling Registrations
Mar 10, 2026
EV penetration remained stable across key vehicle segments despite lower Februar...
Mercedes-Benz EV Battery Supplier Disclosure Fine by South Korea Regulator
Mar 10, 2026
South Korea’s regulator fined Mercedes-Benz 11.2 billion won for misleading EV...
Samarth E-Mobility Electric Motorcycle Platform Developed Fully In India
Mar 10, 2026
Samarth E-Mobility has developed a complete in-house EV technology stack coverin...
Natural Gas Supply Regulation Order 2026 Invoked to Protect Energy Supply
Mar 10, 2026
Government invoked emergency gas regulation to stabilize supply during LNG disru...
Stargate Atlantis Minerals Côte d’Ivoire lithium exploration permits granted for new surveys
Mar 10, 2026
Côte d’Ivoire approved two lithium exploration permits for geological studies...
NHTSA Autonomous Vehicle Safety Forum to Convene Waymo, Zoox and Aurora Leaders
Mar 10, 2026
NHTSA will host a national forum with leading autonomous vehicle companies to ev...
Japan METI Green Innovation Fund Expansion to Boost Solid-State Batteries
Mar 10, 2026
Japan plans to increase Green Innovation Fund support for next-generation batter...
Ford Engineering Operation Australia Faces Closure Risk Amid Regulatory Pressure
Mar 10, 2026
Ford warns Australia’s engineering hub may close if cost and regulatory pressu...
USMCA Joint Review Discussions Begin Between United States and Mexico
Mar 10, 2026
United States and Mexico initiate formal preparations for the USMCA joint review...
Thailand BOI automotive policy proposals target xEV incentives and supply chain localization
Mar 10, 2026
Thailand’s investment authority is reviewing new automotive policy measures wi...
Thailand automotive design patent fast-track program
Mar 10, 2026
Thailand is accelerating automotive innovation protection through a dedicated de...
Japan Automotive Multi-Pathway Strategy Gains Government Support to Strengthen Global Competitiveness
Mar 10, 2026
Japan plans to accelerate multiple vehicle technologies including EVs, FCVs, and...
Trump tariff refunds ruling forces USD 130 billion payout to U.S. businesses
Mar 09, 2026
A federal court ordered the U.S. government to begin refunding over USD 130 bill...
Tesla level 2 self-driving system Japan expands testing with Model Y
Mar 09, 2026
Tesla expanded autonomous testing in Japan by adding Model Y to its validation p...
Ford BlueOval Battery Park Michigan Cleared for Battery Production After Court Ruling
Mar 09, 2026
Michigan Court of Appeals ruling allows construction and production to proceed a...
India Passenger Vehicle Market February 2026 Sales Hit Record as SUV Demand Drives Growth
Mar 09, 2026
India’s passenger vehicle industry is approaching the historic 5 million annua...
Federation of Thai Industries Thailand vehicle export outlook signals slower growth amid Middle East tensions
Mar 09, 2026
Thailand’s vehicle exports may remain below one million units in 2026 due to g...
thyssenkrupp Automotive Systems Test Center partnership expands vehicle testing support
Mar 09, 2026
thyssenkrupp collaborates with ALEE to enhance vehicle component durability test...
Saipa Automotive Company production restart resumes operations after closure period
Mar 09, 2026
Saipa resumed production after the official government closure period ended. Ope...
Cornish Lithium Copper House Lithium Project Receives Planning Permission in Cornwall
Mar 09, 2026
Cornwall Council grants planning approval for lithium brine exploration near Red...
KADIF Zenzic automated driving cooperation strengthens Korea–UK mobility collaboration
Mar 09, 2026
Korea and the United Kingdom expand collaboration in automated driving innovatio...
Trelleborg AB climate targets validated by Science Based Targets initiative
Mar 09, 2026
Trelleborg receives SBTi validation for its corporate climate targets. The compa...
Tesla autonomous driving approval in California stalls as DMV records show no testing miles in 2025
Mar 06, 2026
DMV records indicate Tesla logged no autonomous testing miles in California duri...
Haval Jolion update introduces new engine and dashboard for Russia
Mar 06, 2026
Updated crossover gains higher torque and improved performance. Sales of the upg...
Industrial Accelerator Act: EU Pushes Low-Carbon Manufacturing and Local Supply Chains
Mar 06, 2026
EU proposes new policy to increase demand for low-carbon and locally produced in...
FADA February 2026 Vehicle Sales Hit Record High Across Segments
Mar 06, 2026
India recorded its highest-ever February vehicle retail sales across all major s...
India vehicle retail registrations February 2026 show strong state gains and regulatory distortions
Mar 06, 2026
Vehicle retail in India grew 25.6% year-on-year in February 2026 with strong gai...
Keto Motors Urbanova KE9 electric bus receives CMVR type approval for India
Mar 06, 2026
Keto Motors secures CMVR type approval for its Urbanova KE9 electric city bus. S...
Spanish EV Manufacturing Capacity Aid Approved by European Commission
Mar 06, 2026
European Commission approves EUR 200 million support scheme to expand EV supply ...
European Climate Law Sets 2040 Emissions Reduction Target
Mar 06, 2026
EU adopts legally binding 2040 target for 90% greenhouse gas emissions reduction...
Made in Europe Proposals Raise Concerns Over UK Automotive Trade Access
Mar 06, 2026
EU incentive rules tied to local assembly may disadvantage UK-built vehicles. In...
Egypt National Automotive Industry Development Program Gains Government Coordination
Mar 06, 2026
Egyptian ministries formed a joint working group to review progress of the natio...
CLEPA Industrial Accelerator Act Backs European Automotive Manufacturing Safeguards
Mar 06, 2026
CLEPA supports the Industrial Accelerator Act to strengthen Europe’s automotiv...
Electric Commercial Vehicle Retail India Sees 156% YoY Growth in February 2026
Mar 06, 2026
Electric commercial vehicle sales in India grew 156% year-on-year in February 20...
Canada Chinese EV import permits: New quota system and reduced tariffs announced
Mar 04, 2026
Canada introduces quotas allowing up to 24,500 Chinese-built EV imports in the f...
Japan recycled plastic market roadmap targets auto supply chain transformation
Mar 04, 2026
Japan plans a recycled-plastic consolidation center to strengthen automotive mat...
India oil supply disruption preparedness as Middle East tensions raise global energy concerns
Mar 04, 2026
India maintains crude inventories capable of covering several weeks of supply di...
India TREM V tractor emission norms propose phased rollout for agricultural tractors
Mar 04, 2026
India plans a phased rollout of stricter Stage V emission standards for agricult...
Japan vehicle production growth 2025 rebounds 2.1% to 8.41 million units
Mar 03, 2026
Japan vehicle production growth 2025 reached 8.41 million units, marking the fir...
Japan EV Charging Equipment Subsidies Revised by METI to Boost High-Output Infrastructure
Mar 03, 2026
Japan EV charging equipment subsidies will prioritize over 150 kW fast chargers ...
UK Vehicle Production January Decline 13.6% Amid Export Weakness
Mar 03, 2026
UK vehicle production declined 13.6% year over year in January, with sharp contr...
Tesla Gigafactory Berlin Expansion Faces Uncertainty Amid Union and Regulatory Pressures
Mar 03, 2026
Tesla Gigafactory Berlin expansion could be affected by union influence and regu...
Tata Motors Hydrogen Trucks Deployment at VOCPA Port
Mar 03, 2026
Tata Motors hydrogen trucks will be deployed in phases at VOCPA with government-...
Well-Made Investments in Spain Boost Industrial Investment Strategy 2026
Mar 03, 2026
Spain will introduce the Well-Made Investments in Spain protocol in 2026 to stre...
Spain Passenger Car Registrations Increase 7.5% in February 2026 Amid Hybrid Surge
Mar 03, 2026
Spain passenger car registrations climbed 7.5% year-on-year in February 2026, re...
IEEPA Tariff Refund Litigation Advances After Federal Circuit Rejects Delay Request
Mar 03, 2026
Federal Circuit rejects request to delay IEEPA tariff refund litigation and resu...
US Iran attack impact on automotive companies and supply chain response
Mar 03, 2026
Japanese OEMs prioritize employee safety and restrict Middle East travel amid ri...
GM Silao Wage Negotiations Reach Critical Stage as SINTTIA Demands 20% Increase
Mar 03, 2026
GM Silao wage negotiations were suspended after both sides failed to reach an ag...
Subaru Brazil Exit Following Proconve L8 Emissions Impact
Mar 03, 2026
Subaru Brazil exit ends new vehicle sales due to Proconve L8 emissions complianc...
Strait of Hormuz Oil Disruption Threatens India’s Fuel Economy and Automotive Sector
Mar 03, 2026
Strait of Hormuz oil disruption risks pushing Brent crude toward $90, sharply in...
Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors Clarify Indonesian Commercial Vehicle Order Status
Mar 03, 2026
Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors confirm no disruption to the Indonesian comm...
Import-Substituting Radial Bearings Production Begins at Kursk Bearing Plant APZ-20
Mar 03, 2026
Import-substituting radial bearings have entered serial production with full loc...
Hino Mitsubishi Fuso Business Integration Approved by JFTC with Competition Conditions
Feb 27, 2026
JFTC approved the Hino Mitsubishi Fuso business integration subject to strict co...
Stellantis Leapmotor Joint Venture Expansion to Accelerate European EV Powertrain Strategy
Feb 27, 2026
Stellantis is evaluating deeper technology integration with Leapmotor for Europe...
Mexico Automotive Exports Benefit from US Tariffs Shift
Feb 27, 2026
Mexico automotive exports see reduced tariff exposure compared to previous 25% d...
RezyPart Project Advances Recycled Plastics in Vehicle Manufacturing with AI
Feb 27, 2026
The RezyPart project develops AI tools to assess recycled plastics for safer veh...
Hong Kong 2026-27 Budget Accelerates Autonomous Driving Commercialization
Feb 27, 2026
The Hong Kong 2026-27 Budget prioritizes scaling autonomous driving toward full ...
Tesla Advanced Self-Driving Road Trials in Abu Dhabi Begin Under Regulatory Oversight
Feb 27, 2026
Tesla Advanced Self-Driving road trials are being conducted in Abu Dhabi under s...
ACEA Calls for Increased EU Transport Funding Under Future EU Budget
Feb 26, 2026
ACEA and 45 transport organisations are urging stronger EU transport funding in ...
Nigeria Automotive Policy Law Push to Secure Industry Investments
Feb 26, 2026
NADDC is urging lawmakers to formalize Nigeria automotive policy law to protect ...
Iveco 2026 Industrial Plan Boosts Commercial Vehicles Investment Ahead of Tata Acquisition
Feb 26, 2026
Iveco 2026 industrial plan increases commercial vehicles investment to nearly EU...
Canada Germany Automotive Cooperation to Strengthen Zero-Emission Mobility and Supply Chains
Feb 26, 2026
Canada Germany Automotive Cooperation strengthens industrial ties and stabilizes...
Germany Electric Bus Funding Program Allocates EUR 417 Million for 1,887 Buses
Feb 26, 2026
Germany electric bus funding program will distribute EUR 417 million to 151 tran...
Zimbabwe Lithium Export Ban Suspends Raw Mineral Shipments Immediately
Feb 26, 2026
Zimbabwe lithium export ban immediately suspends all raw mineral and lithium con...
Beijing 2026 License Plate Quotas for New Energy Vehicles and Passenger Cars Announced
Feb 26, 2026
Beijing 2026 license plate quotas allocate 100,000 regular and 80,000 additional...
US Tariff Rate Increase to 15% Impacts Section 232 Automotive Imports
Feb 26, 2026
The US tariff rate could increase from 10% to 15% or higher for certain countrie...
China Export Control Watch List Targets Japanese Entities Over Dual-Use Items
Feb 26, 2026
China export control watch list now includes 40 Japanese entities with stricter ...
CAFE-3 Norms Proposal Sent to PMO to Tighten Fuel Efficiency for Passenger Cars
Feb 26, 2026
The CAFE-3 norms proposal has been forwarded to the PMO after stakeholder consul...
RAJMARG PRAVESH Portal Upgrade Streamlines National Highway NOC Approvals
Feb 26, 2026
RAJMARG PRAVESH portal centralises National Highway NOC approvals and utility pe...
Tesla China Car Loan Program Extended Amid Intensifying EV Market Competition
Feb 26, 2026
Tesla China car loan program has been extended again to counter declining sales ...
Toyota Cross-Shareholding Unwind Signals Major Corporate Governance Reform Shift
Feb 26, 2026
Toyota cross-shareholding unwind may involve up to ¥3 trillion in share sales b...
Chery Thailand EV Manufacturing Plant Opening Postponed Amid Schedule Confirmation
Feb 26, 2026
The Chery Thailand EV Manufacturing Plant opening in Rayong was postponed at sho...
Beijing New Energy Vehicle License Plate Quotas 2026 Allocation Details
Feb 26, 2026
Beijing will allocate 80,000 new energy vehicle license plate quotas in 2026, in...
European Commission Approves HBPO Shanghai Joint Acquisition Under EU Merger Regulation
Feb 26, 2026
European Commission clears HBPO Shanghai joint acquisition under simplified merg...
Mercedes-Benz Egypt IoT Services License to Boost Connected Vehicles in Egypt
Feb 26, 2026
Mercedes-Benz Egypt IoT Services license strengthens connected vehicles and road...
Polish Armed Forces Ban Chinese Vehicles Over Military Data Security Concerns
Feb 26, 2026
Polish Armed Forces ban Chinese vehicles from entering protected military facili...
Ireland Electric Small Public Sector Vehicles Grant Scheme 2026 Announced with EUR 7 Million Funding
Feb 26, 2026
Ireland allocates EUR 7 million under the Ireland Electric Small Public Sector V...
Tata Motors Green Hydrogen Trucks Deployment at VOCPA Port
Feb 26, 2026
Tata Motors green hydrogen trucks will be deployed in phases with 40 H2 ICE prim...
US 10% Tariff Under Section 122 Law Reshapes Trade Policy Landscape
Feb 26, 2026
The US 10% tariff under Section 122 law replaces earlier IEEPA-based tariffs and...
China Automotive Industry Pricing Compliance Guidelines by SAMR Strengthen Market Order
Feb 26, 2026
China Automotive Industry Pricing Compliance Guidelines establish unified standa...
China Automated Driving Systems Safety Requirements for Intelligent Connected Vehicles
Feb 26, 2026
China Automated Driving Systems Safety Requirements introduce mandatory national...
Thailand Electric Vehicle Registrations Surge 210% YoY Under EV 3.0 and EV 3.5 Schemes
Feb 26, 2026
Thailand electric vehicle registrations rose 210.4% YoY to 45,668 units in Janua...
UK chargepoint grant increase boosts electric vehicle charger support by 40%
Feb 26, 2026
The UK chargepoint grant increase raises funding support by 40% for charger inst...
Thailand vehicle production January 2026 rises 10.5% YoY amid EV policy boost
Feb 24, 2026
Thailand vehicle production January 2026 increased 10.5% YoY, supported by stron...
Trump Worldwide Tariffs 2026: 15% Import Surcharge Under Trade Act Section 122
Feb 24, 2026
Trump Worldwide Tariffs 2026 impose a temporary 15% import surcharge under Secti...
IEEPA Tariffs Revoked: Executive Order Ends Additional Ad Valorem Duties
Feb 24, 2026
IEEPA tariffs revoked through a February 20 Executive Order eliminating addition...
Detroit Gen 6 Heavy-Duty Engine Portfolio Debuts with EPA 2027 Compliance
Feb 24, 2026
Detroit Gen 6 heavy-duty engine portfolio meets EPA 2027 standard for next-gener...
Japan Environmental Performance Tax Abolition Set for FY2025 Approval
Feb 24, 2026
Japan environmental performance tax abolition aims to remove vehicle purchase an...
Li Auto European Expansion Strengthens CCCEU Presence and EU Strategy
Feb 24, 2026
Li Auto European expansion accelerates with CCCEU membership and a Munich R&D ce...
Thailand PHEV Excise Tax Impact on Imported Luxury Vehicle Market
Feb 23, 2026
Thailand PHEV excise tax impact has increased vehicle prices by around 10 percen...
Thailand CME Platform for EV Carbon Emissions Tracking Advances Net Zero Goals
Feb 23, 2026
Thailand CME Platform advances EV carbon emissions tracking through digital MRV ...
Thailand Energy Security and EV Electricity Demand Strategy at IEA 2026
Feb 23, 2026
Thailand energy security strategy prioritizes grid modernization to manage risin...
SIAM AMCS Conference 2026 Highlights Automotive Material Compliance and ELV Rules 2025
Feb 23, 2026
SIAM’s AMCS 2026 positioned Automotive Material Compliance at the centre of In...
Telangana Electric Bus Contract: EVEY Secures 1,085-Bus GCC Order
Feb 23, 2026
EVEY secured a 1,085-vehicle Telangana electric bus contract under a 12-year GCC...
European Commission Approves Lithium Hydroxide Joint Venture Under EU Merger Regulation
Feb 23, 2026
European Commission grants approval for lithium hydroxide joint venture under EU...
E-Rickshaw Lithium-Ion Battery Mandate Drives PPAP Automotive Limited Expansion Plans
Feb 23, 2026
The e-rickshaw lithium-ion battery mandate from April 2027 is accelerating lithi...
US Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Limits Presidential Tariff Authority Under IEEPA
Feb 21, 2026
The US Supreme Court tariff ruling invalidated major tariffs imposed under IEEPA...
USMCA Automotive Rules of Origin Review Intensifies Ahead of Renegotiation
Feb 21, 2026
The U.S. International Trade Commission has launched a formal review of USMCA au...
Tesla Robotaxi Crash Incidents in Austin Raise Safety Questions
Feb 21, 2026
Tesla robotaxi crash incidents in Austin reached 14 cases within eight months, m...
Trump Tariff Strategy Shift Following Supreme Court Ruling on IEEPA
Feb 21, 2026
Trump announced a tariff realignment after the Supreme Court invalidated IEEPA t...
Canada Chinese EV Import Tariff Reduction Reshapes OEM Strategy
Feb 21, 2026
Canada Chinese EV import tariff reduction lowers duties to 6.1% for limited annu...
U.S. Department of Energy Rescinds Fuel Content Factor Rule Impacting EV Fuel Economy Calculations
Feb 20, 2026
The U.S. Department of Energy is removing the fuel content factor from EV fuel e...
Canada Automotive Strategy Accelerates EV Sales and Industry Investment
Feb 20, 2026
Canada automotive strategy commits billions to EV incentives, infrastructure, an...
Toyota U.S.-Built Camry Sales Target in Japan Under Revised Safety Standards
Feb 20, 2026
Toyota targets 10,000 annual sales of the U.S.-built Camry in Japan starting 202...
Argentina Automotive Production Halt After Nationwide Strike
Feb 20, 2026
Argentina automotive production stopped nationwide due to a CGT-led strike oppos...
Thailand EU Free Trade Agreement Boosts EV Manufacturing Alignment
Feb 20, 2026
Thailand advances Thailand EU Free Trade Agreement talks to align EV manufacturi...
Global Automotive Industry Shifts: Renault Profit Drop, Toyota CEO Change, REACH Reform and 2026 Production Forecast
Feb 20, 2026
Renault, Toyota and European regulators signal structural shifts shaping the glo...
Algeria Establishes National Framework to Boost Automotive Manufacturing Integration
Feb 20, 2026
Algeria forms a multi-sectoral working group to advance automotive manufacturing...
Spain Allocates EUR 134.7 Million Under PERTE VEC for Electric and Connected Vehicle Projects
Feb 20, 2026
Spain provisionally allocates EUR 134.7 million to 34 projects under the PERTE E...
CLEPA Urges 75% Local Content Rule in Industrial Accelerator Act to Protect European Automotive Suppliers
Feb 20, 2026
CLEPA urges the EU to include a 75% local content threshold in the Industrial Ac...
Thailand Electrified Vehicle Industry Pushes Structural Reforms to Accelerate BEV and PHEV Adoption
Feb 19, 2026
Thailand electrified vehicle industry is calling for structural reforms to compl...
Ford CEO Discusses Chinese OEM Joint Venture Framework in the U.S. Auto Industry
Feb 19, 2026
Ford CEO Jim Farley explored a Chinese OEM joint venture structure with senior U...
International Vienna Motor Symposium 2026 Highlights Global Powertrain Strategy
Feb 19, 2026
International Vienna Motor Symposium 2026 will gather global OEMs and suppliers ...
Delhi ELV Enforcement: Immediate Scrappage for End-of-Life Vehicles in Capital
Feb 19, 2026
Delhi ELV enforcement mandates immediate seizure and scrappage of diesel vehicle...
SIAM Sustainable Circularity Conference Pushes Automotive Circular Economy in India
Feb 19, 2026
SIAM calls for coordinated policy and industry collaboration to scale the automo...
AfCFTA Rules of Origin Boost Automotive Trade with 40% African Content Requirement
Feb 19, 2026
AfCFTA Rules of Origin mandate 40% African content for automotive products to qu...
Tesla Autopilot Marketing Dispute Resolved After California DMV Review
Feb 19, 2026
Tesla avoided a 30-day suspension in California after revising Tesla Autopilot m...
Fate Tire Plant Closure in Argentina Signals Major Manufacturing Shift
Feb 19, 2026
Fate tire plant closure ends over 80 years of production in Argentina and impact...
Japan Revises Safety Standards to Allow US-Made Passenger Vehicles Without Additional Testing
Feb 18, 2026
Japan safety standards now recognize US compliance for passenger vehicles. New M...
EU Road Safety Progress Report: European Commission Warns 2030 Target at Risk
Feb 18, 2026
EU Road Safety Progress Report shows fatalities declining but pace remains insuf...
Toyota Expands Thailand Production with 3 Iconics 2 Plants 1 Launch Strategy
Feb 18, 2026
Toyota strengthens Thailand?s position as a regional automotive production hub. ...
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Scores Two Stars in Global NCAP Africa Crash Test
Feb 18, 2026
Global NCAP awarded the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro two stars for adult occupant safety un...
Thailand EV Charging Regulations 2026 Strengthen Safety and Hydrogen Oversight
Feb 18, 2026
Thailand EV charging regulations will enforce stricter safety and licensing stan...
Japan METI Advances Perovskite Solar Cells Through Overseas Demonstration Support
Feb 18, 2026
Japan METI will support overseas demonstrations of perovskite solar cells starti...
Toyoda Gosei Waste Reduction Initiative Achieves 97% Cut at Nishimizoguchi Plant
Feb 18, 2026
Toyoda Gosei waste reduction efforts led to a 97% decrease in water-bearing oil ...
ISO Standardization of Open System Protocol (OSP) for Software-Defined Vehicles
Feb 18, 2026
ISO has initiated ISO 26341-1 to standardize Open System Protocol (OSP) for auto...
Japan Simplifies Safety Screening for U.S.-Made Cars to Boost Reverse Imports
Feb 18, 2026
Japan introduces a simplified approval process for U.S.-made cars by eliminating...
ACC Cancels Battery Factories Amid EV Market Slowdown in Europe
Feb 18, 2026
ACC cancels battery factories in Germany and Italy due to slower EV growth and f...
EU ICT Supply Chain Security Toolbox Launched to Strengthen Cybersecurity Across Critical Sectors
Feb 17, 2026
The ICT supply chain security toolbox provides a unified EU mechanism to assess ...
Zeekr Malaysia CKD Assembly: 7X SUV to Lead Local EV Production from 2027
Feb 17, 2026
Zeekr Malaysia CKD assembly marks the brand?s first complete knock-down producti...
Brazil Truck Market Reports 30% Drop in January 2026 as Credit Tightening Hits Demand
Feb 17, 2026
Brazil truck market fell 30.1% year-on-year in January 2026 amid weak credit con...
EPA Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards Repealed in Largest Deregulatory Action in U.S. History
Feb 17, 2026
EPA Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards repealed, ending federal GHG rules for ve...
US Taiwan Trade Agreement Confirms 15% Tariff and $250 Billion Investment Push
Feb 17, 2026
US Taiwan trade agreement locks in a 15% tariff rate while expanding US exports ...
US Tariffs Impact: 90% of Costs Borne by American Consumers, Says New York Fed Report
Feb 17, 2026
US tariffs impact shows over 90% of new import taxes were paid by American consu...
Mexico Heavy Vehicle Industry Slumps in 2026 as Sales, Production and Exports Collapse
Feb 17, 2026
Mexico heavy vehicle industry recorded double-digit declines across sales, produ...
EMILI Project: French Government Invests EUR 50 Million in Imerys Lithium Venture
Feb 15, 2026
EMILI Project receives EUR 50 million backing to strengthen France’s lithium s...
Volkswagen EV Price Undertaking Accepted by European Commission, CCCEU Urges Fair EV Trade Rules
Feb 15, 2026
Volkswagen EV price undertaking secures conditional exemption from EU countervai...
Commercial Vehicle Safety Regulations India: ADAS, AEB & ESC Mandatory from 2027
Feb 15, 2026
Commercial Vehicle Safety Regulations India mandate ADAS, AEB and ESC for trucks...
China New Energy Vehicle Tax Break List Expands with 51 BEVs and 32 PHEVs in 27th MIIT Catalog
Feb 14, 2026
China New Energy Vehicle tax break list now includes 51 BEVs, 32 PHEVs, and fuel...
China NEV Tax Exemption List Expands with 412 Models Approved by MIIT
Feb 14, 2026
China NEV Tax Exemption List adds 412 models under latest MIIT approval 364 new...
China On-road Motor Vehicle Manufacturers and Products List 403 Released by MIIT
Feb 14, 2026
China On-road Motor Vehicle Manufacturers and Products List 403 includes new mod...
US Tariffs on Canada Face House Rebuff as Lawmakers Challenge Trump’s Emergency Powers
Feb 14, 2026
US tariffs on Canada face rare bipartisan resistance in the House. Resolution c...
NTT Group to Commercialize Remote Monitoring Service for Autonomous Driving by FY2027
Feb 14, 2026
Remote Monitoring Service for Autonomous Driving to be commercialized by NTT Gro...
US EV Charging Stations Policy: DOT Proposes 100% Domestic Content Rule for NEVI Program
Feb 14, 2026
US EV charging stations could soon require 100% domestic content under a new DOT...
SAFE Exit Act Advances in U.S. House to Mandate Manual Door Releases in New Vehicles
Feb 14, 2026
SAFE Exit Act advances to mandate manual door release systems in vehicles with e...
Mazda Earnings Report FY2026: Sales Fall 5.1% as US Tariffs Impact Profits
Feb 12, 2026
Mazda earnings report shows revenue down 5.1% amid US tariff pressure Mazda ret...
ETAS GmbH to Showcase AI-Driven Automotive Software at embedded world 2026
Feb 12, 2026
ETAS GmbH will highlight next-generation automotive software innovations at embe...
EU Climate Law 2040 Target Approved: 90% Emissions Cut Backed by European Parliament
Feb 11, 2026
EU Climate Law amended with binding 2040 climate target to cut greenhouse gas em...
CLEPA Urges Stronger EU Industrial Policy to Protect European Automotive Manufacturing
Feb 11, 2026
European automotive manufacturing faces urgent competitiveness risks as CLEPA pu...
China NEV Sales January 2026: Exports Hit Record 302,000 Units Despite Domestic Slump
Feb 11, 2026
China NEV sales reached 945,000 units in January 2026 with exports hitting a rec...
Volkswagen Anhui Price Undertaking Accepted as EU Exempts Cupra Tavascan from EV Tariffs
Feb 11, 2026
Volkswagen Anhui price undertaking secures EU tariff exemption for Cupra Tavasca...
PM E-DRIVE Scheme Disburses ₹1,182 Crore for 14.39 Lakh Electric Two-Wheelers in India
Feb 11, 2026
PM E-DRIVE Scheme reimburses ₹1,182.32 crore to boost electric two-wheelers In...
Stellantis Recall 456,287 Vehicles Over Faulty Trailer Tow Module in Jeep and Ram Models
Feb 11, 2026
Stellantis recall covers 456,287 Jeep and Ram vehicles due to a faulty trailer t...
Gordie Howe International Bridge Opening Threatened by Trump Over US-Canada Economic Deal
Feb 11, 2026
Gordie Howe International Bridge opening faces uncertainty amid US-Canada trade ...