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India’s vehicle market forecast upgraded on strong first half

GlobalData forecasts India's light vehicle market at 5.7 million units in 2026 - a 10% gain on last year.

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Why the Robotaxi rulebook will shape the future of private-car autonomy

Key insights from The SAE Automated Transportation Symposium 2026

Automotive’s sustainable future: colour and material strategies

Addressing the sustainability challenges in automotive materials and colour strategies.

Ford plans US production shift for some Lincoln models from 2030 – report

The decision reflects mounting tariff costs and regulatory constraints tied to vehicles made in China and sold in the American market.

Japan’s vehicle sales rise by 7% in July

The market remains supported by vehicle tax cuts, order backlogs.

EU end-of-life vehicle regulation takes effect

Carmakers must use at least 15% recycled plastic in new vehicles from 2032, rising to 25% from 2036.

BMW turns end-of-life vehicle materials into new car parts

The initiative, carried out with a consortium of industry and academic partners, examined whether expanded processing and sorting methods could improve material recovery rates across five key material categories.

Octillion opens third EV battery plant in India

At full capacity, the Gujarat plant is expected to produce more than 48,000 battery systems a year.

Vietnam vehicle market falls 5% in July – VAMA

The data do not include strong sales by local BEV maker VinFast.

South Korean import sales rise 14% in July

The segment continues to be driven by strong demand for BEVs.

Malaysia’s Inokom completes new paint-shop

The new automated facility increases the company’s capacity to 100,000 vehicles per year.