Industry

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  Škoda reported 1 million cars produced in 2025

  In 2025, Škoda Auto produced 1,065,000 cars worldwide. This is 15% more than the previous year and the best result for the brand in the last six years.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Feb. 4, 2026, 7:08 p.m.
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  BMW secures the future of the ZF 8HP transmission

  BMW and ZF Friedrichshafen have signed a multi-billion euro contract for the supply of 8-speed automatic ZF 8HP transmissions.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Feb. 4, 2026, 6:15 p.m.
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  Electric vehicles surpassed gasoline cars in sales in the EU for the first time

  In December, electric vehicles surpassed gasoline cars in sales in the European Union for the first time in history. According to ACEA, the share of EVs in the EU reached 22.6%, which is 0.1 percentage points more than cars with gasoline engines.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 28, 2026, 8:32 p.m.
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  Honda closes US fuel cell plant and revises hydrogen strategy

  Honda and General Motors' ambitious project to develop hydrogen fuel cell vehicles lasted only two years.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 22, 2026, 9:07 p.m.
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  Euro NCAP named the safest cars of 2025

  The Euro NCAP organization announced the results of car safety tests in 2025. The highest rating was received by the Mercedes-Benz CLA, along with victories in their classes for Tesla, MINI, smart, and Polestar models.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 15, 2026, 8:43 a.m.
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  BMW M will start producing fully electric models from 2027

  BMW M electric vehicles will be built on the Neue Klasse platform and receive a new four-motor BMW M eDrive powertrain — one electric motor for each wheel.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 14, 2026, 9:19 p.m.
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  These cars were the most popular in Germany in 2025

  The Federal Motor Transport Authority of Germany (KBA) published statistics on new car registrations last year.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 9, 2026, 9:36 a.m.
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  Volvo brings back the designer who made the brand popular

  Volvo announced the return of Thomas Ingenlath to the position of chief designer. He will start work in February.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 8, 2026, 9:47 a.m.
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  Every tenth new car in the UK is of Chinese origin

  Chinese car manufacturers have taken a significant position in the UK new car market. By the end of 2025, cars produced in China are expected to account for about 10% of all new passenger car sales in the country.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Jan. 2, 2026, 12:03 p.m.
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  China bans electric door handles in new cars

  Chinese authorities have required automakers to equip all new passenger cars with mechanical door handles. The new requirements will take effect in 2027 and will apply to vehicles weighing up to 3.5 tons.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 30, 2025, 8:31 a.m.
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  Hyundai recalls more than 51,000 Tucsons in the US due to fire risk

  Hyundai has announced a recall in the US of 51,587 Tucson crossovers from the 2022–2024 model years equipped with optional trailer towing equipment. The reason is a risk of short circuit and possible fire.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 29, 2025, 8:29 p.m.
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  Volkswagen returns to the old model of selling EVs in Europe

  Volkswagen will once again sell electric vehicles to private customers through a traditional dealer network in all European markets, reports Handelsblatt. In Germany, Volkswagen abandoned direct sales last year.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 29, 2025, 8:26 a.m.
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  Toyota will begin selling three U.S.-made models in Japan

  The Camry sedan, Highlander SUV, and Tundra pickup truck will be imported into Japan from the USA. Sales are expected to start as early as 2026, although the exact delivery schedule is not yet available.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 22, 2025, 10:08 a.m.
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  Volkswagen Group launches its own gigafactory for battery production in Germany

  Volkswagen Group's PowerCo company has commissioned a gigafactory in Salzgitter, Germany, and produced the first unified cells labeled "Made in Europe."

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 18, 2025, 9:49 a.m.
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  EU decides not to ban ICE cars after 2035

  The European Commission has presented a new draft of legislative initiatives to regulate the automotive industry. It no longer includes a complete ban on ICE cars, but the environmental restrictions are still very strict.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 17, 2025, 9:43 a.m.
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  Subaru Forester was awarded "Car of the Year in Japan"

  The Subaru Forester crossover received the title of Car of the Year in Japan 2025-2026 (JCOTY) – an award given to the most outstanding car, according to the award selection committee.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 8, 2025, 9:32 a.m.
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  Mercedes-Benz opens the first charging station near Starbucks

  Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging and Starbucks officially opened their first joint DC fast-charging station on Interstate 5 in Red Bluff, California.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 27, 2025, 8:47 a.m.
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  Plug-in hybrids surpass diesel cars in sales across Europe

  In the first 10 months of 2025, Europeans purchased more plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) than diesel cars. Diesel models are now ranked fifth in popularity, also falling behind gasoline, hybrid, and electric vehicles.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 26, 2025, 9:48 a.m.
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  Xpeng surpasses one million vehicles milestone

  Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xpeng announced the achievement of a significant milestone — the company’s one-millionth car has rolled off the production line.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 24, 2025, 9:47 p.m.
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  Toyota to increase model refresh cycle to nine years

  Toyota is reviewing its vehicle update strategy. According to Nikkei Asia, the life cycles of key models will increase from seven to nine years.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 19, 2025, 8:18 a.m.