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US light vehicle market down 14% in March

However, the drop was against a high base last year and the daily selling rate was up on February.

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JLR Jaguar Land Rover future models 2026-2036

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GlobalData revises forecasts down on Middle East conflict

GlobalData has just lowered its global light vehicle sales forecast for 2026.

Hyundai warns Middle East conflict disrupting export supply chains

The situation is constraining space on major maritime routes, raising freight costs and slowing delivery times, which is adding strain for Hyundai and companies in its supply chain.

UK car market enjoys bumper March

The Jaecoo 7 outsold the Ford Puma to take top spot for model sales in March.

Toyota to launch US-made Tundra, Highlander in Japan in April

The Japanese automaker is also preparing to sell the US-made Camry sedan in Japan later this year.

Mazda pauses Japan output for Middle East exports until May – report

Shipments to the region had already been suspended in March, with the company now shifting production capacity towards vehicles headed for the US and Europe.

Rivian spinout EV start-up raises $200m in Series C round

The funding round was led by Greenoaks, with participation from DoorDash as a strategic investor alongside Prysm Capital.

SPR Auto extends FUJI OOZX valve technology collaboration by five years

Under the revised arrangement, the supply of technical know-how and related manufacturing assistance for engine valves has been prolonged by another five years, as customer needs change.