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BYD Maintains Leading Position in Singapore’s Car Market In the first half of this year, China’s BYD has continued to dominate Singapore’s car market, securing nearly 20% of new vehicle registrations. This represents a significant increase of 5.6 percentage points in its market share compared to previous periods. According to data from the Land Transport Authority, the city-state saw a …

Strategic Shift in Production for Global Expansion Japanese truck manufacturer Isuzu Motors Ltd. is exploring the possibility of relocating the production of its light-duty trucks from its facility near Tokyo to the United States by 2028. This decision is driven by the need to mitigate the impact of tariffs imposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, according to Shinsuke Minami, …

BYD Expands into Pakistan with New Assembly Plant Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD is set to make a significant move in the South Asian market by launching its first locally assembled car in Pakistan by July or August 2026. This initiative aims to meet the rising demand for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles in the region, according to a …

Hyundai Rotem Expands Its Global Ambitions Hyundai Rotem Co., a leading train manufacturing subsidiary of South Korea’s Hyundai Motor Group, is making significant strides in the global defense market. While finalizing a second K2 tank export deal with the Polish government worth 9 trillion won ($6.7 billion), the company is now eyeing Romania as its next potential market. This move …

Introduction to the FIAT TRIS: A New Era in Urban Mobility Stellantis, a leading global automotive manufacturer, has announced that the fully electric FIAT TRIS will be produced in Morocco. This initiative is a significant step forward in the development of sustainable and accessible transportation solutions for urban and peri-urban areas. The project, which has received support from the Moroccan …

Stellantis Faces Significant Financial Challenges Stellantis, one of the leading automakers in Detroit and the parent company of well-known brands like Jeep and Chrysler, announced on July 21 that it anticipates a net loss of €2.3 billion for the first half of 2025. The company attributed this financial setback primarily to the resurgence of U.S. import tariffs. These tariffs are …

Stellantis Expands Automotive Production in Kenitra, Morocco The expansion of the Stellantis factory in Kenitra, Morocco, was officially inaugurated on Wednesday by the Head of Government, Aziz Akhannouch. This event marks a significant step forward in the industrial collaboration between Morocco and the multinational automotive group, which began in 2016. The project involves the extension of the Kenitra plant and …

Stellantis and Morocco Strengthen Industrial Partnership Stellantis and the Moroccan government have celebrated the expansion of the Kénitra plant, marking a significant milestone in their industrial collaboration that began in 2016. This development underscores Morocco’s growing role as a strategic hub in the global automotive industry, with ambitious goals to exceed one million vehicles in annual production. The inauguration of …

Morocco’s Automotive Industry Surges 36% in First Half of 2025, Marking a Major Economic Shift Morocco’s automotive industry has experienced a significant 36% increase in production during the first half of 2025, showcasing the country’s growing influence as a key player in regional and global manufacturing. This impressive growth highlights Morocco’s transformation into a major industrial hub, with the production …

China’s Aircraft Industry and the Resumption of US Jet Engine Exports China is expected to maintain its production of domestically developed aircraft and expand access to international airspace, following the United States’ decision to lift a ban on selling American jet engine parts and technology to Chinese buyers. This move comes after a bilateral agreement was confirmed, allowing Shanghai-based Commercial …