Toyota global sales fall again as Middle East demand weakens

Toyota Motor reported a second consecutive monthly decline in global vehicle sales in March 2026, reflecting weaker demand in key regions and disruptions linked to both supply chains and model transitions. The downturn comes despite record production levels, highlighting a widening gap between output......

Smart unveils concept #2 previewing next generation electric city car

Smart has revealed the first images of its Concept #2, a prototype that signals a new direction for its compact two-seater electric vehicle. The concept draws directly from the legacy of the Smart Fortwo while introducing a more assertive design language aligned with the brand’s evolving identity. The......

Hyundai targets electric vehicle exports from China to global markets

Hyundai Motor plans to export electric vehicles manufactured in China to markets across Asia Pacific and the Middle East, marking a strategic shift as the company seeks to rebuild its position in the world’s largest auto market. Chief executive José Muñoz said the company had grown......

Byd unveils electric hypercar and ultra fast charging at Beijing auto show

The 2026 Beijing international auto show opened with a strong display from BYD, which occupied an entire exhibition hall to present new electric vehicles and charging technologies. The Chinese automaker placed its new Denza Z hypercar at the center of its showcase while confirming a wider rollout of......

Xiaomi opens European R&D hub with former BMW and Porsche engineers

Xiaomi has unveiled a European research and development center as part of its push into the high performance electric vehicle market, recruiting senior engineers and designers from leading German automotive brands. The announcement was made during the opening of Auto China 2026, where the company outlined......

China’s SAIC Motor plans electric vehicle factory in Spain, report says

China’s SAIC Motor is reportedly planning to establish a new electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing plant in Spain through its MG brand, according to industry sources cited by Bloomberg News. The project reflects the company’s strategy to expand its presence in the European automotive market,......

New EV battery and 600 kW charger signal faster charging era

Two major developments across the electric vehicle supply chain suggest that long charging times may soon decline. China based CATL unveiled a battery capable of recharging in minutes, while ChargePoint introduced a high power charging system designed to deliver faster energy transfer at scale. At its......

Volkswagen unveils China developed electric cars ahead of Beijing auto show

Volkswagen has introduced two new electric vehicles developed in China as global automakers prepare for Auto China 2026, where domestic brands are expected to intensify competition in the premium segment. The move reflects a broader shift in the world’s largest auto market, where Chinese manufacturers......

Volkswagen unveils agentic ai roadmap to accelerate china strategy

Volkswagen Group has outlined a new technology roadmap centered on “Agentic AI for All,” aiming to integrate advanced artificial intelligence agents into vehicles built for the Chinese market starting in the second half of 2026. The announcement was made at a press event in Beijing ahead......

Changan sets ambitious goal to join world’s top 10 automakers by 2030

Changan Automobile has announced plans to become one of the world’s top 10 automakers by 2030, highlighting the growing ambitions of Chinese manufacturers in the global automotive market. The company aims to significantly increase its international presence, targeting global sales of up to 5 million......

Seres joins BMW and Mercedes-Benz as equal shareholder in Chinese joint venture

Chinese automaker Seres has announced that it will become an equal shareholder in a fast-charging joint venture in China involving German carmakers BMW and Mercedes-Benz. The move marks a new stage of cooperation in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle sector. According to an official statement released......

Audi and SAIC expand partnership to develop new generation models in China

German automaker Audi has announced an expansion of its collaboration with Chinese partner SAIC Motor, aiming to develop a new generation of vehicles tailored specifically for the Chinese market. The strengthened partnership will focus on producing future models under a jointly developed brand, with......

BYD avoids price war in South Africa to strengthen its electric vehicle brand

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD is deliberately avoiding a price war in South Africa as competition intensifies in Africa’s second-largest automotive market. The South African automotive sector is experiencing a rapid influx of electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids, range-extender models,......

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