Chery Auto Malaysia has launched a nationwide recall of 8,878 Omoda 5 SUVs after a rear axle detachment led to the suspension of the model's type approval by the road transport department.
After Sepang hosted a one-off Bahrain Grand Prix, Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz publicly questioned if Malaysia can profitably bring Formula 1 back permanently, citing Singapore's costly but lucrative tourism-driven model as a benchmark.
Peugeot reveals the E-T16 concept at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, a tri-motor electric tribute to the 205 T16 rally car with 600 kW power and a 2.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
Stellantis and Tata Motors have signed a definitive agreement to co-develop and manufacture vehicles in India for export to over 50 global markets, expanding their two-decade partnership into advanced vehicle technology.
Forvia and Anand Group have launched a 50/50 automotive seating joint venture in India, with Forvia holding a controlling 50% plus one share stake.
The EU is considering temporary safeguard quotas on Chinese hybrid vehicle imports after China rejected a voluntary export curb request, risking broader trade tensions.
BMW has unveiled the 2027 iX4, a coupé-style electric SUV with a lower roofline and improved aerodynamics over the iX3. It launches with two dual-motor variants offering up to 828 km of WLTP range, with a high-performance M60 xDrive model to follow.
Nissan Australia will launch the Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid in 2027, its first global electrified ute, featuring a 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine and eight-speed automatic for the Oceania market.
Valeo has been chosen by Nissan as the system Tier-1 partner for its next-generation ProPILOT automated driving program.
Suzuki Motor will begin commercial sales of the e SKY mini EV in Japan on 16 November 2026, introducing its first mini passenger EV with a 310km range and 97Wh/km efficiency.
LG Electronics will provide an integrated cockpit solution for the Renault Group's New Trafic E-Tech Electric.
Toyota and Isuzu have launched an updated Sora hydrogen fuel cell bus with a cruising range exceeding 300 km, a 100 km improvement over the previous model.
JAC Motors has partnered with local distributor Evolvelectric Motors and assembler FT Assembly to produce its T9 pickup truck in Malaysia.
Aston Martin has postponed its first electric vehicle launch to a window between 2033 and 2035, abandoning a 2030 target.
Domestic auto sales in South Korea dropped 20% in September 2024, with Hyundai, Kia, and Renault Korea all reporting significant declines.
The fifth-generation Hyundai Tucson has been revealed with new hybrid powertrains, an Android Automotive OS-based infotainment system.
Volvo Cars has withdrawn its full-year 2026 financial guidance, citing deteriorating market conditions in China and a slower-than-expected recovery.
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