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Why L2++ might be the bridge between hype and reality for Autonomous Vehicles

At Messe Stuttgart, the 2026 Autonomous Vehicle Tech Expo brought together OEMs, suppliers, and regulators for three days of tech showcases, talks, and debate.

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Chery challenges the competition: Selling under four brands in the UK

Chery International is hoping to further its success story in the UK with the introduction of the Lepas brand – its fourth.

High fuel prices beginning to affect auto markets in Asia

Apparent cessation of Middle East hostilities welcomed in the region.

BYD nears decision on European plant takeover – report

If completed, the acquisition would provide BYD with a second European assembly location after Hungary, where production is scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter.

Mitsubishi’s global vehicle output falls 13% in May

Both domestic and overseas production fell sharply.

General Motors signs chip supply agreement with Micron

The arrangement also extends beyond current supply commitments, with GM and Micron continuing joint work on the memory and storage technologies.

Toyota to compensate suppliers over axed Lexus EV project – report

According to a report from Nikkei Asia, the decision has been widely attributed to Kenta Kon, who took over as Toyota's president in April.

Amaneos completes acquisition of Magna’s lighting business

The acquired unit will become part of Amaneos' subsidiary Light Mobility Solutions (LMS).

Valeo secures radar contract from North American EV maker

The French automotive supplier said the agreement covers hardware and embedded software.

JBIC loans $169m to Isuzu in the US

JBIC says it is supporting Japanese companies in expanding their overseas business to the US market in the commercial vehicle sector.

Inchcape completes acquisition of Silver Star in Bulgaria

Silver Star is the official Distributor of Mercedes-Benz passenger vehicles and Daimler Trucks and Buses in Bulgaria.