On November 1, the Chinese government announced that it will exempt certain orders from chip manufacturer Nexperia from the export ban to Europe. “We will conduct a comprehensive investigation into the actual situation of companies and will allow exceptions for deliveries that meet the criteria,” stated the Chinese M

Samsung SDI is reported by Korean media to be in talks to supply Tesla (TSLA) with more than KRW 3 trillion won (USD 2.1 billion) worth of ESS (Energy Storage System) batteries over three years.
As Tesla scales its Megapack and Megablock energy business, Samsung SDI would supply the cells.
Production of the batteries

NextStar Energy, the joint venture between Stellantis and LG Energy Solution, says it will produce energy storage system (ESS) batteries at its new plant in Windsor, Ontario when production starts in coming weeks, rather than batteries for EVs as originally planned.
“Initially, we planned to start production for EVs,

General Motors and Samsung SDI have pulled back on construction of its EV battery joint venture plant near New Carlisle, Indiana, with a number of workers on the site laid off earlier in October.
Contractor Barton Malow confirmed the recent layoffs at the USD 3.5 billion project but declined to provide specifics. GM

Nissan told its suppliers on October 30 that parts shortages had reduced October production at its plant in Smyrna, Tennessee, by about 7,400 vehicles as is scale back U.S. production of its bestselling model, the Rogue crossover.
Nissan halted output on both production lines at the 6.4-million-square-foot Smyrna pla

On November 3, Waymo said that its self-driving fleet is headed to Detroit, San Diego and Las Vegas. Detroit is significant because it is Waymo's first northern market, and the service is also notable because it uses Zeekr minivans, the first Chinese electric auto brand on U.S. streets. Waymo said the service is targ

On October 31, Norway-based Vianode,  a producer of advanced battery materials, announced that its first large-scale production facility for low-emission synthetic anode graphite will be developed in Ontario, Canada. 
Vianode’s production facility was featured as part of Canada’s leadership in the G7 Critical Mineral

In an investor update, Sona Comstar announced that it has secured its first major order from its Mexico driveline plant to supply differential assemblies to a recreational vehicle OEM in the US. In addition, Sona has been nominated for two new programs for its predictive active suspension systems: one by an existing

In an investor update for FY 2026 Q2, TVS Motor Company highlighted a persistent supply chain challenge in its electric vehicle business, stressing that global shortages of EV motor magnets are limiting growth for models like the iQube and new product launches. It addressed the industry-wide bottleneck, stating that

On October 30, CLEPA, the European Association of Automotive Suppliers, announced that it is concerned about the EU Data Act which might be weakened by the upcoming Digital Omnibus initiative expected in mid-November 2025.
One month after its introduction, CLEPA highlights that the Data Act is key to helping consumer

On November 1, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. (formerly known as Tata Motors Limited) reported that it sold 61,295 vehicles in domestic and international markets in October 2025, marking a 27% year-on-year increase over the 48,423 units sold in October 2024. Of these, total domestic sales (including electric veh

On November 1, 2025, Mahindra announced its next all-electric SUV, the XEV 9S, a 7-seater model based on the brand’s advanced INGLO skateboard platform. The XEV 9S, designed as a purpose-built electric SUV and not a converted ICE vehicle, offers a flat floor for a spacious cabin, flexible seating like sliding second-

On November 3, Mercedes Benz Trucks announced that its accident research team conducted real-world crash tests of eActos 600.
In a recent side-impact test in Neumünster, the eActros 600’s high-voltage battery and electrical systems remained intact despite heavy impact. The cab’s reinforced structure and energy absorp

On November 3, Renault Group announced that Geely Holding, and Geely Automobile Holdings have signed agreements to acquire a 26.4% stake in Renault do Brasil.
The deal expands cooperation to produce and sell zero- and low-emission vehicles for both Renault and Geely brands in Brazil. Renault will stay the majority sh

On October 30, Electreon announced the successful launch of the world's first highway that wirelessly charges vehicles in motion. The shared system enables passenger vehicles, vans, buses, and heavy- and medium-duty trucks to charge simultaneously. 
 In partnership with Electreon, VINCI Construction, Gustave Eiffel U

On October 29, the UK Government announced new proposed planning reforms to cut red tape and give renters and motorists without driveways better access to affordable home charging. The plans include requiring EV chargepoints in new covered car parks and considering the removal of planning permission for discreet cros

On October 30, multiple sources reported that Taiwan-based Hydrogen Valley Power presented its hydrogen-powered bus. It will be presented at the Hyvolution Paris event in January 2026. It will also be reviewed by TÜV Rheinland in Germany for hydrogen fuel cell system certification. The 12-meter-long hydrogen bus is e

On October 29, the Ministry of Economy (MoE) of the Slovak Republic announced that the Slovak government approved the investment aid for Hyundai Mobis Slovakia sro. The approval will contribute to the diversification of the production of the existing facility in Gbeľany with new products such as airbags, electronic b

On October 23, Viritech Ltd. ceased all trading with immediate effect. The board is now taking steps to place the company into Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation (CVL), i.e. insolvent liquidation, and a licensed insolvency practitioner will be appointed to assist with the process and communicate with creditors in due c

On October 28, Mutares SE & Co. KGaA entered into final negotiations with a Korean listed company, Hwaseung Corporation, to acquire 67% of the shares in Hwaseung Special Rubber (Taicang) Co., Ltd. (“HSR”) and Hwaseung Auto Parts (Taicang) Co., Ltd. (“HST”). Signing of the transaction is planned in the fourth quarter