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Lexus future models: 2026-2036

As Lexus draws closer to the magic million sales per annum mark, many though not all electric models have been put on hold.

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Western European car sales prove resilient as competitive pricing gains ground

Sales being sustained by supportive policy frameworks and the arrival of competitively priced international OEMs.

US light vehicle sales grow for the first time this year as market proves robust

A welcome result, but May sales were flattered by weak market volumes in May 2025.

Škoda starts Epiq production at Spain’s Navarra plant

All four models of VW Group’s Electric Urban Car Family (from Cupra, Volkswagen and Škoda) will be produced at plants in Spain.

Factorial Energy goes public at $1.3bn valuation after SPAC merger

Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, Hyundai, and Kia are among the company’s backers, along with In-Q-Tel, which was set up by the CIA in 1999 as an independent, not-for-profit investment firm.

China overtakes Japan as the largest vehicle exporter to Australia

Rising fuel prices have increased demand for battery-electric and hybrid-electric vehicles.

VinFast sales revenue rises 42% in Q1

Revenues impacted by the company’s free charging programmes.

Mexican state backed EV start-up reveals first prototype

Olinia Uno is aimed at the low-speed urban mobility and intended to offer an affordable, zero-emissions transport option.

Toyota to begin selling US-made Camry in Japan

Right-hand drive models to be shipped to Japan from this autumn.

Mazda advances development of onboard CO2 capture system

CO2 capture system successfully demonstrated in Super Taikyu race series testing.

Vietnam-Philippines partnership puts VinFast in Philippine ecozone frame

The Philippines' PEZA said a recent visit by Vietnamese President Tô Lâm, which raised bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, is expected to open fresh avenues for trade, investment and industrial collaboration.