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US light vehicle market robust in August despite YoY decline

According to preliminary estimates, US Light Vehicle (LV) sales fell by 5.6% year-on-year (YoY) in August, to 1.39 mn units.

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Stellantis future models 2026-2036: Part 3

In this third of three reports, the final five of Stellantis' fifteen brands are examined.

Thailand: Impacts of restructuring excise taxes on imported BEVs

The influx of Chinese automakers is not just reshuffling market share but is also putting real pressure on domestic manufacturing.

Mitsubishi unveils all-new Pajero flagship SUV

The fifth-generation model will be produced in Thailand and exported to over 100 markets worldwide.

Wayve and Uber launch autonomous rides in London

The autonomous Wayve rides, available through the Uber app, are supervised – for now.

VinFast pauses three India EV models over cost concerns – report

VinFast had asked suppliers to “hold all activities” on three programmes: the VF 3, a two-door SUV regarded as its most affordably priced offering for the Indian market, alongside the VF 6 and VF 7 SUVs.

Nexperia, Aurobay in EV chip talks; China freezes assets

The proposed collaboration would combine Nexperia's expertise in gallium nitride (GaN) and silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductors with Aurobay's experience in designing and integrating powertrain systems.

Ford to compete for UK military vehicle contract

Other OEMs – such as INEOS Automotive – are also in the running for a significant UK military vehicle contract and there is more military business potential in Europe.

LGES signs 10-year deal with US-based Smackover Lithium

The deal strengthens LGES’s local battery supply chain in the US.

Taiwan vehicle sales down slightly in August

The market remains sluggish despite strong economic growth.

Uber plans 10% workforce reduction as revenue and profit rise

Based on Uber’s disclosed global headcount of about 34,000 employees as of 31 December 2025, the reduction would affect around 3,400 roles.