Einride Safety Governance Model Under Independent Review by TUV SUD
May 29, 2026
Einride has initiated an independent assessment of its Safety Governance Model w...
USMCA Tariff Renegotiation Signals Continued Trade Pressure on Mexico and Canada
May 29, 2026
The U.S. plans to keep tariffs in place while renegotiating the USMCA trade agre...
USMCA Joint Review Negotiations Advance as U.S. and Mexico Schedule Three Bilateral Rounds
May 29, 2026
The U.S. and Mexico will conduct three negotiation rounds before the first USMCA...
Japan Hydrogen Industry Growth Strategy Gains Momentum with New Government Proposal
May 29, 2026
JH2A proposed stronger government backing to accelerate hydrogen adoption and in...
Thailand and Huawei Discuss AI and Clean Energy for Industrial Development
May 28, 2026
Thailand and Huawei explored AI and clean energy cooperation for industrial mode...
China Expands Automotive Standards Framework for EVs, AI Vehicles and Semiconductor Chips
May 28, 2026
China expands automotive standards covering EVs, AI driving systems and semicond...
Japan MLIT Accelerates Autonomous Vehicle Safety Certification Toward Zero Fatal Accidents by 2035
May 28, 2026
Japan’s MLIT plans new certification systems for autonomous and unmanned vehic...
Japan Pushes AI-Based Autonomous Driving Framework with New Level 2++ Certification Plan
May 28, 2026
Japan plans a new Level 2++ certification system for AI-driven autonomous vehicl...
Thailand EV Registrations Surge 55.8% in April 2026 Amid Strong Passenger Vehicle Demand
May 26, 2026
Thailand’s EV registrations rose 55.8% YoY in April 2026 driven by passenger v...
Mexico-EU EV Tariff Elimination to Boost Electric Vehicle and Battery Trade
May 25, 2026
Mexico and the European Union plan to remove EV and battery tariffs under a new ...
Bosch Prepares for CAFE Phase 3 and ADAS Mandates Amid FY2027 Risks
May 25, 2026
Bosch is collaborating with OEMs to support CAFE Phase 3 compliance from April 2...
Japan Automobile Exports to Middle East Collapse After Strait of Hormuz Disruptions
May 22, 2026
Japan’s vehicle exports to the Middle East recorded the lowest monthly level s...
ACEA Warns EU Truck Rules Could Slow Zero-Emission Vehicle Adoption
May 22, 2026
ACEA says current EU truck rules may reduce the practicality of zero-emission co...
Electric Bus and Truck Financing Discussions Gain Momentum in India
May 22, 2026
India explores credit guarantee support to accelerate electric commercial vehicl...
Germany Expands Electric Bus Funding Program With Support for 1,500 Additional Buses
May 22, 2026
Germany plans to support procurement of at least 1,500 additional electric buses...
EU-US Trade Agreement Eliminates Tariffs on Industrial Goods and Expands Market Access
May 22, 2026
EU and US agreed to remove tariffs on all industrial goods. The agreement expand...
India Introduces E22 to E30 Fuel Standards for Higher Ethanol Blending
May 22, 2026
India notifies BIS standards for E22, E25, E27, and E30 ethanol-blended fuels. T...
BYD Hungary Factory Investigation Intensifies Over Suspected Soil Contamination
May 22, 2026
Hungary launched an urgent probe into suspected contamination near the BYD facto...
Iran Opens Vehicle Import Registrations After Arrival of Over 9,000 Cars
May 22, 2026
Iran recorded the entry of more than 9,000 imported vehicles since the Persian y...
Lithuania Allows Partial Self-Driving Cars Under EU Approval Framework
May 22, 2026
Lithuania now permits SAE Level 2 self-driving systems under provisional EU appr...
Bosch India Bets on CAFE III and ADAS Regulations to Drive Automotive Growth
May 22, 2026
Bosch India is aligning early with CAFE III and ADAS mandates to expand vehicle ...
India Passenger Vehicle Sales Grow 25% in April 2026 Amid GST Rate Cuts
May 22, 2026
India’s passenger vehicle wholesale volumes rose 25% year-on-year in April 202...
UK Opens Self-Driving Vehicle Pilot Applications for Taxi and Bus Operators
May 22, 2026
UK opens applications for autonomous taxi and bus pilot operations. Wayve-backed...
Thailand Confirms B20 Diesel Compatibility Across 1,135 Vehicle Models
May 22, 2026
Thailand confirms B20 diesel compatibility across 1,135 vehicle models. Governme...
Goodyear to Shut Down Fayetteville Plant Amid Rising Costs and Tariff Pressure
May 21, 2026
Goodyear will close its Fayetteville plant by the end of 2027 amid mounting fina...
US House Proposes New EV Registration Fee to Support Federal Road Maintenance
May 21, 2026
The U.S. House proposed a USD 130 annual EV registration fee for federal road ma...
Thailand Rejects U.S. Excess Capacity Claims in Automotive Sector Discussions
May 21, 2026
Thailand says automotive production decisions are driven by market demand and pr...
India Two-Wheeler Industry Sees Strong Growth in April 2026 Amid GST 2.0 Reforms
May 20, 2026
India’s two-wheeler wholesale volumes surged 29.2% year-on-year in April 2026....
India Notifies E30 Ethanol Fuel Standards to Expand Flex-Fuel Vehicle Ecosystem
May 20, 2026
India introduces BIS standards for E22, E25, E27 and E30 fuel blends from May 15...
Malaysia Opens Public Consultation for Autonomous Vehicle Roadmap Development
May 20, 2026
Malaysia has opened public consultation for its upcoming autonomous vehicle road...
Thailand Industrial Confidence Index Drops in April 2026 Amid Rising Manufacturing Costs
May 20, 2026
Thailand’s Industrial Confidence Index declined to 85.3 in April 2026 amid ris...
Cambodia Accelerates EV Assembly Industry Support Through New Investment Measures
May 20, 2026
Cambodia is strengthening EV assembly investment policies to attract automakers ...
Reading Expands Public EV Charging Network Through char.gy Partnership
May 20, 2026
Reading plans to deploy around 2,600 public EV charging points across residentia...
Volvo Settles California Emissions Case With CARB Over Truck Engine Controls
May 19, 2026
Volvo agreed to a major settlement with CARB over emissions control descriptions...
Trump-Xi China Visit Advances Rare Earth Supply Chain and Trade Cooperation
May 19, 2026
China agreed to address U.S. rare earth and critical mineral supply chain concer...
EPA Proposes Delay for U.S. Vehicle Emission Standards Until 2029
May 19, 2026
EPA proposes delaying Tier 4 vehicle emission standards implementation until MY2...
Toyota Tundra Orders Rise in Japan After Simplified US Vehicle Certification Process
May 19, 2026
Toyota recorded 20 to 25 monthly orders for the Tundra shortly after its Japan l...
India Advances Ethanol Mobility Push with BIS Standards for E22 to E30 Fuels
May 19, 2026
BIS introduces E22 to E30 fuel standards to support India’s higher ethanol ble...
Germany Automotive Industry Warns of 125,000 Job Losses by 2035 Under EU CO2 Rules
May 19, 2026
Germany’s automotive industry warns EU regulations could threaten 125,000 jobs...
Thailand Automotive Industry Groups Seek Urgent EV Policy Reforms to Protect Local Manufacturing
May 18, 2026
Thai automotive groups urged stronger measures to support local EV manufacturing...
BYD Wins Major Defamation Lawsuit Against EV Blogger in China
May 18, 2026
BYD secured a final court ruling against an EV blogger over false defect allegat...
India Extends REPM Scheme Tender Deadline to Boost Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing
May 18, 2026
India extended the REPM Scheme tender bid deadline to June 29, 2026. The INR 72....
ACEA Pushes for Low-Carbon Aluminium Inclusion in EU CO2 Vehicle Regulation
May 18, 2026
ACEA and European Aluminium seek inclusion of low-carbon aluminium in EU vehicle...
California Clean Fuel Reward Program to Boost Electric Truck Sales Through 2030
May 16, 2026
California will provide up to USD 120,000 rebates for electric commercial vehicl...
ARAI Expands Vehicle Safety Testing With Euro NCAP 2026 Far-Side Sled Capability
May 16, 2026
ARAI completed its first far-side sled test aligned with the Euro NCAP 2026 safe...
India Extends REPM Tender Deadline to Boost Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing
May 16, 2026
India extended the REPM tender submission deadline to June 29, 2026. The Rs 7,28...
Mozambique Launches National Vehicle Gas Program to Reduce Mobility Costs
May 15, 2026
Mozambique plans to launch a national vehicle gas program to lower fuel-related ...
Connected Vehicle Security Act Targets Chinese Automotive Software and Hardware Imports
May 15, 2026
The U.S. House introduced legislation targeting connected vehicle imports linked...
Tata Motors Flex-Fuel Vehicle Launch Plans Gain Momentum Amid India’s Ethanol Push
May 15, 2026
Tata Motors plans to introduce its first flex-fuel passenger vehicle by early 20...
GM Agrees USD 12.5 Million Settlement Over California Driver Data Privacy Claims
May 15, 2026
GM agreed to pay USD 12.5 million over California driver data privacy violations...
China MIIT Approves New Vehicle Products From BYD, Geely, FAW and Dongfeng
May 15, 2026
China’s MIIT released the 406th approved vehicle product announcement list. BY...
China Expands New Energy Vehicle Tax Break List With BYD, Chery and Great Wall Models
May 15, 2026
China added new BEV, PHEV, and fuel cell models to its latest vehicle tax break ...
China Expands NEV Tax Exemption List With 240 Qualified Vehicle Models
May 15, 2026
China’s MIIT added 240 vehicle models to the latest NEV tax exemption eligibil...
India Oil Price Pressure May Push Fuel Cost Hike Amid Middle East Crisis
May 14, 2026
India may pass rising crude oil costs to consumers if global tensions continue. ...
Thailand Reviews Old Cars for New Cars Scheme to Support EV Transition
May 14, 2026
Thailand is reviewing trade-in valuation methods before finalizing its EV suppor...
Thailand EV Import Duty Proposal Targets Gap Between Chinese Imports and Local Production
May 14, 2026
Thailand industry groups seek higher taxes on imported EVs to support domestic m...
ACEA Supports Balanced CO2 Regulation Review for European Cars and Vans
May 13, 2026
ACEA welcomed a more balanced and technology-neutral CO2 regulation framework fo...
Wayve and UK Government Partner to Accelerate Self-Driving Technology Development
May 13, 2026
Wayve and the UK Government will collaborate to scale commercially viable self-d...
India Fuel Price Increase Concerns Rise Amid Crude Oil Surge and OMC Losses
May 13, 2026
India may review fuel prices if crude oil prices remain elevated for a prolonged...
Malaysia Launches EV Charging System Guidelines to Improve Infrastructure Planning
May 13, 2026
Malaysia launches its first unified EV charging deployment framework. New guidel...
European Union and Mexico Approve Modernized Trade Agreement to Boost Investment and Market Access
May 12, 2026
European Union and Mexico approved a modernized trade agreement to reduce tariff...
MRF Tax Litigation Relief Clears Outstanding Demands for FY2015-16 and FY2016-17
May 12, 2026
MRF secured favorable ITAT rulings that reduced tax demands for FY2015-16 and FY...
Japan Opens Subsidy Applications for Autonomous Truck Deployment Projects in 2026
May 12, 2026
Japan launches subsidy applications to accelerate autonomous truck deployment ac...
ACEA Urges Stronger Industrial Strategy for EU Industrial Accelerator Act
May 11, 2026
ACEA says the EU Industrial Accelerator Act requires stronger industrial backing...
Uganda Plans Vehicle Component Import Restrictions to Support Local Automotive Industry
May 11, 2026
Uganda plans to restrict imports of vehicle components produced locally by Kiira...
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Becomes First Automaker in India to Receive WLTP Compliance Certificate
May 11, 2026
Toyota Kirloskar Motor secured India’s first WLTP compliance certificate under...
China EV OTA Battery Locking Debate Raises Concerns Over Range and Charging Performance
May 11, 2026
Chinese EV owners reported reduced driving range after OTA battery management up...
Subaru Revises FY2025 Financial Forecast Amid Lower U.S. Vehicle Demand
May 11, 2026
Subaru reduced its FY2025 operating profit forecast following weaker vehicle sal...
Chinese EV Makers Deny Battery Locking Allegations Amid Regulatory Speculation
May 10, 2026
Chinese EV makers rejected allegations related to OTA battery locking investigat...
Tesla Model Y Becomes First Vehicle to Pass New NHTSA ADAS Safety Tests
May 09, 2026
Tesla Model Y is the first vehicle to pass NHTSA’s new ADAS benchmark safety t...
U.S. Trade Court Blocks Trump’s 10% Global Tariffs Under 1974 Trade Law
May 09, 2026
U.S. trade judges ruled Trump’s 10% global tariffs were not justified under th...
Trump Warns EU of Higher Tariffs if Trade Agreement Ratification Misses July Deadline
May 09, 2026
Trump warned the EU of higher tariffs if trade agreement ratification is delayed...
France Passenger Car Sales Slip Slightly in April 2026 as EV Registrations Surge
May 08, 2026
France passenger car registrations declined marginally in April 2026 despite str...
Indian Construction Equipment Industry Sees Export Growth Despite FY2026 Sales Dip
May 08, 2026
Indian construction equipment exports reached record levels with 32 per cent ann...
India Construction Equipment Industry Eyes Recovery Growth in FY2027 Amid Infrastructure Push
May 08, 2026
India’s construction equipment sector expects domestic demand recovery with ar...
Mobileye Level 4 Autonomous Driving Safety System Receives TÜV SÜD Recommendation
May 07, 2026
Mobileye received a formal recommendation from TÜV SÜD for its Safety Manageme...
EU-Mercosur Interim Trade Agreement Begins Provisional Application From May 2026
May 07, 2026
The EU-Mercosur Interim Trade Agreement will provisionally apply from May 1, 202...
India EU EV Battery Recycling Initiative Launches EUR 15.2 Million Funding Programme
May 07, 2026
India and the European Union launched a EUR 15.2 million programme to accelerate...
Malaysia Revises CBU EV Import Rules With New CIF Value And Motor Output Threshold
May 07, 2026
Malaysia will enforce a RM200,000 minimum CIF value and a revised 180 kW motor o...
Japan New Vehicle Sales Rise 9.1% in April 2026 Led by Toyota Growth
May 07, 2026
Japan’s new vehicle market recorded a 9.1% year-over-year increase in April 20...
EU-US Trade Deal Dispute Raises Concerns Over Tariffs And Export Limits
May 07, 2026
The European Union is seeking safeguards and a sunset clause in its trade agreem...
Thyssenkrupp Steel Stake Talks Paused as Strategy Shifts in Europe
May 05, 2026
thyssenkrupp AG has halted stake sale discussions with Jindal Steel Internationa...
Delhi No PUC No Fuel Rule Enforcement Turns Away 15000 Vehicles
May 04, 2026
Delhi has intensified enforcement of the no PUC no fuel rule, leading to over 15...
US Tariffs on EU Cars Increased to 25% Amid Trade Dispute
May 02, 2026
The United States plans to increase tariffs on EU car imports to 25% citing non-...
Egypt Expands Export Incentives to Boost Automotive Industry Growth
May 01, 2026
Egypt has expanded its export refund program to include automotive exports, stre...
India CMVR Amendment Proposal Expands Emission Norms to E100 and B100
May 01, 2026
India’s proposed CMVR amendments expand emission testing scope and fuel defini...
India V2X Communication Framework TRAI Spectrum Allocation C-V2X Policy
May 01, 2026
India is moving toward standardized C-V2X deployment with defined spectrum alloc...
Haryana EV Charging Building Code Update Mandates EV Ready Parking
May 01, 2026
Haryana proposes mandatory EV-ready parking infrastructure across all new buildi...
India Tightens PMP Rules for E-Truck Components Under PM E-DRIVE Scheme
Apr 30, 2026
India mandates deeper localization for critical e-truck electronics including BM...
India Electric Truck Localisation Rules Under PM E-Drive Scheme 2026
Apr 30, 2026
India mandates domestic manufacturing of key electric truck components from Sept...
India Higher Ethanol Blend Policy E85 E100 B100 Emission Norms Update
Apr 30, 2026
India is preparing to expand its ethanol policy framework by including E85, E100...
Malaysia Diesel Road Tax Reduction Proposal Amid Rising Fuel Costs
Apr 30, 2026
Malaysia is evaluating diesel road tax cuts as an alternative to costly fuel sub...
India Tyre Industry Seeks Expanded Duty Relief Amid Supply Chain Pressure
Apr 29, 2026
India’s tyre industry is pushing for broader customs duty relief to manage ris...
India Proposes E85 and E100 Ethanol Fuel Norms Under CMVR Amendment
Apr 29, 2026
India plans to expand ethanol fuel regulations by introducing E85 and E100 under...
Canada US Tariff Dispute Resolution Talks Steel Aluminum Automotive Parts
Apr 29, 2026
Canada is open to resolving tariff disputes with the US but insists on a compreh...
India Bus Body Certification Charges Cut to Boost Safety Compliance
Apr 28, 2026
India has reduced bus body certification costs and timelines to accelerate compl...
Nitin Gadkari Declares No Future for Petrol and Diesel Vehicles in India
Apr 28, 2026
Petrol and diesel vehicles are expected to decline as India accelerates transiti...
Canada USMCA Trade Negotiations Delay Over Tariff Dispute
Apr 27, 2026
Canada refuses to accept U.S.-imposed terms and demands tariff relief before con...
US Urges Thailand to Recognize FMVSS to Unlock Automotive Trade
Apr 27, 2026
The United States is urging Thailand to recognize FMVSS to eliminate costly re-c...
Germany Greenhouse Gas Reduction Quota Update Drives E-Fuel Investments
Apr 27, 2026
Germany increases renewable fuel quotas to accelerate e-fuel investments. Overal...
Canada US Trade Talks Strategy Shift Under Mark Carney Leadership
Apr 27, 2026
Canada is redefining its trade strategy with the United States to reduce depende...
Iran Car Imports Continue in 2026 Without Restrictions
Apr 27, 2026
Iran has confirmed that car imports will continue without restrictions in 2026. ...
USMCA Tariffs to Remain as U.S. Signals Tough Auto Trade Policy
Apr 22, 2026
US confirms tariffs will continue under USMCA renegotiation impacting auto and s...
Vietnam EV Consumption Tax Reduction Extended Until 2030
Apr 22, 2026
Vietnam plans to extend EV tax benefits until 2030 to accelerate adoption. Polic...
Tesla Lithium Refinery Wastewater Findings Raise Environmental Concerns in Texas
Apr 22, 2026
Independent testing detected trace carcinogens and elevated salts in Tesla refin...
France Charging Infrastructure Strategy Targets 30,000 EV Charging Points by 2035
Apr 22, 2026
France plans 30,000 EV charging points by 2035 across highways. Includes fast an...
Japan Approves Subsidy for Image Sensor Production to Boost Autonomous Driving Growth
Apr 21, 2026
Japan allocates major subsidy to strengthen domestic semiconductor supply for au...
Japan Lubricant Supply Stabilization Measures Amid Rising Demand
Apr 21, 2026
Japan is managing lubricant supply imbalance despite sufficient total availabili...
Malaysia Fuel Subsidy Impact: Diesel Surge Driving Inflation Pressures
Apr 21, 2026
Diesel price surge is driving inflation across supply chains despite RON 95 subs...
Malaysia EV Policy Review Amid BYD Investment Concerns
Apr 21, 2026
Malaysia is reassessing EV investment regulations to improve investor confidence...
Delhi Environment Compensation Charge Increased for Commercial Vehicles
Apr 21, 2026
Delhi has significantly increased ECC rates for commercial vehicles to curb poll...
USMCA Negotiations Set to Resume in May Following Initial Talks
Apr 21, 2026
Formal USMCA negotiations are expected to begin in late May following preliminar...
USMCA Trade Talks Resume as US and Mexico Address Tariffs and Rules
Apr 21, 2026
US and Mexico will conduct a full-day sector-wise USMCA review focusing on tarif...
GSRTC QR Code Passenger Feedback System Improves Public Transport Efficiency
Apr 21, 2026
GSRTC achieved a 4.5 out of 5 passenger satisfaction rating using its new QR-bas...
Japan EV Tax Reform Focus Emerges in LDP Automotive Industry Meeting
Apr 17, 2026
Japan’s LDP is prioritizing EV taxation reforms for FY2027 to strengthen autom...
Philippines Automotive Incentive Program Completion by 2027
Apr 17, 2026
Philippines aims to clear all automotive incentive obligations by 2027. EV incen...
Ashok Leyland Sees Stable Demand Despite Delhi EV Policy Shift
Apr 17, 2026
Ashok Leyland sees no immediate demand disruption from Delhi EV policy Customers...
US Tariffs May Return by July Under Section 301 Review
Apr 17, 2026
US may restore tariffs by early July using Section 301 authority after court set...
Indonesia Auto Market Growth Driven by Electrification Push in 2026
Apr 17, 2026
Indonesia’s auto market growth in Q1 2026 is largely driven by rising EV deman...
Egypt Automotive Industry Localization Plan Boosts EV and Hybrid Growth
Apr 16, 2026
Egypt is offering strong incentives to attract global automakers and localize pr...
UK Automotive Industry Seeks Clarity on Made in EU Status Under IAA Policy
Apr 16, 2026
Uncertainty around Made in EU classification is delaying UK automotive investmen...
US IEEPA Tariff Refund System CAPE Rollout for Importers
Apr 16, 2026
The CAPE system enables consolidated electronic refunds for billions in unlawful...
China MIIT Releases New Energy Vehicle Tax Break Catalog (29th List)
Apr 16, 2026
China expands NEV tax incentives across multiple vehicle categories including BE...
China MIIT Vehicle Announcement: Major Automakers Pass New Approval List
Apr 16, 2026
China’s MIIT has released its 405th vehicle approval list featuring multiple d...
Hitachi Solutions AI Agent Enhances Trade Compliance Operations
Apr 16, 2026
AI agent simplifies export control review processes for industries. Hitachi Solu...
Proton Energy Efficiency Strategy Targets 2% Annual Improvement
Apr 16, 2026
Proton targets a steady 2 percent yearly improvement in manufacturing energy eff...
BYD Hungary EV Plant Labor Conditions Investigation Raises Compliance Concerns
Apr 15, 2026
Labor violations at BYD Hungary site highlight subcontracting risks Authorities ...
EU Steel Import Safeguard Measures 2026: Tariffs, Quotas, and Traceability Rules
Apr 15, 2026
EU sets strict quotas and 50% tariffs to control steel imports and counter globa...
Nigeria Cuts Import Duty on Passenger Vehicles and Electric Vehicles to Boost Economy
Apr 15, 2026
Nigeria sharply reduces vehicle import duties to improve affordability and contr...
Japan Coating Thinner Supply Stabilization Update Amid Supply Chain Disruptions
Apr 15, 2026
Japan intervenes to restore coating thinner supply levels across disrupted suppl...
Japan Level 2++ Autonomous Driving Certification for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
Apr 15, 2026
Japan is introducing Level 2++ certification to improve trust in advanced driver...
USMCA Trade Talks Face Delay as US Signals Incomplete Resolution by July Deadline
Apr 15, 2026
USMCA negotiations are unlikely to conclude before the July 1 notification deadl...
Germany Energy Relief Measures 2026 and Hybrid CO2 Policy Shift
Apr 14, 2026
Germany cuts fuel taxes temporarily to ease energy costs for citizens and busine...
Noida Labour Unrest Driven by Wage Gap Across NCR Industrial Belt
Apr 14, 2026
Wage disparity between Haryana and Uttar Pradesh triggered large-scale unrest in...
Egypt Automotive Sector Investment Boost 2026-2027
Apr 14, 2026
Egypt is allocating significant funding to accelerate environmentally friendly a...
India Overloading Fee Rules 2026 Strengthen Highway Enforcement
Apr 14, 2026
Tiered penalties introduced based on overload percentage. FASTag-only payments a...
CAFE Norms India Revision Under Review by SIAM Ahead of Next Phase
Apr 14, 2026
India’s auto industry is reviewing revised CAFE norms before submitting its po...
Canada EV Charging Infrastructure Investment Accelerates Adoption Nationwide
Apr 14, 2026
Canada is expanding EV infrastructure with over 1,600 new chargers nationwide. G...
India CAFE III Fuel Efficiency Norms 2027: Impact on Automakers and Market
Apr 14, 2026
India will enforce stricter fuel efficiency norms from April 2027 without deadli...
EU Measuring Instruments Directive Boosts EV Charging and Hydrogen Refilling Accuracy
Apr 13, 2026
The directive standardizes measurement accuracy for EV charging and hydrogen sta...
Fiat 500 Electric Stellantis Mirafiori Italy Launch Plan 2027
Apr 13, 2026
Stellantis plans Fiat 500 electric launch in 2027 at Mirafiori with next-gen mod...
Ford Trucks Euro 7 Expansion Investment Türkiye Zero Emission Plan
Apr 13, 2026
Ford Trucks secures major Türkiye incentive for Euro 7 and zero-emission expans...
Delhi EV Policy 2026 Mandates Electric Two Wheelers and Three Wheelers
Apr 13, 2026
Delhi plans to mandate electric two and three wheelers for new registrations wit...
Malaysia Fuel Smuggling Crackdown: Border Petrol Stations Face Mandatory Audits
Apr 13, 2026
Malaysia plans mandatory audits for petrol stations within 50 km of borders to c...
Japan Fuel Supply Strategy Amid Middle East Crisis Disruptions
Apr 13, 2026
Japan is bypassing traditional fuel distribution channels to ensure supply to cr...
BYD Pickup China Launch Nears with Road Testing and MIIT Approval
Apr 13, 2026
BYD has entered late-stage development for its domestic pickup with testing and ...
EU IVA Rules May Restrict Large SUVs and Pickups from US Automakers
Apr 11, 2026
EU is tightening IVA rules which may block US large SUVs and pickups by 2027. US...
US data rules block Chinese vehicles from entering market amid security concerns
Apr 11, 2026
US regulations restrict Chinese automotive software and hardware over data secur...
US EPA DEF Sensor Rule Change Reduces Diesel Compliance Burden for OEMs
Apr 11, 2026
EPA removes DEF sensor requirement to improve diesel system reliability. Shift e...
India CAFE Stage 3 norms revised with relaxed emission curve for passenger cars
Apr 11, 2026
India’s revised CAFE Stage 3 norms ease emission limits by adjusting the effic...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
Manila International Auto Show 2026 electrification mobility showcase expands
Apr 03, 2026
MIAS 2026 focuses on electrification and sustainable mobility solutions Global O...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
EU CO2 emissions flexibility for heavy-duty vehicles compliance targets update
Mar 31, 2026
EU introduces temporary flexibility allowing manufacturers to earn emission cred...
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...
PM E-DRIVE electric two-wheelers subsidy cut to INR 2,500 per kWh until July 2026
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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...
Hino Motors Restart Day compliance culture reform after engine certification fraud
Mar 30, 2026
Hino Motors reinforces compliance culture through structured internal initiative...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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 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 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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
US EV Charger Domestic Content Rule Sparks State Opposition
Mar 19, 2026
State attorneys general warn the proposal could halt EV infrastructure expansion...
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...
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...
Japan METI Naphtha Supply Outlook and Automotive Material Impact
Mar 17, 2026
Japan can secure roughly two months of naphtha supply using diversified imports ...
US lawsuit challenges California zero emission vehicle mandate 2035
Mar 17, 2026
Federal lawsuit challenges California’s authority to enforce zero-emission veh...
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...
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...
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...
Mercedes-Benz Egypt Automotive Localization Program Discussed with Trade Ministry
Mar 16, 2026
Egypt is encouraging global automakers to localize production through its Automo...
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 ...
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...
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...
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 ...
BYD IATF Membership Expands Role in Global Automotive Standards
Mar 12, 2026
BYD has officially joined the International Automotive Task Force to contribute ...
Hero Electric Liquidation Process Triggered After Creditor Deadlock at NCLT
Mar 12, 2026
Creditors failed to reach the required 66 percent majority, forcing liquidation ...
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....
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Thailand automotive design patent fast-track program
Mar 10, 2026
Thailand is accelerating automotive innovation protection through a dedicated de...
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...
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...
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...
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...
thyssenkrupp Automotive Systems Test Center partnership expands vehicle testing support
Mar 09, 2026
thyssenkrupp collaborates with ALEE to enhance vehicle component durability test...
Trelleborg AB climate targets validated by Science Based Targets initiative
Mar 09, 2026
Trelleborg receives SBTi validation for its corporate climate targets. The compa...
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...
KADIF Zenzic automated driving cooperation strengthens Korea–UK mobility collaboration
Mar 09, 2026
Korea and the United Kingdom expand collaboration in automated driving innovatio...
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...
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...
Saipa Automotive Company production restart resumes operations after closure period
Mar 09, 2026
Saipa resumed production after the official government closure period ended. Ope...
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...